There is a gamer who has proven that age is just a number. Yang Binglin, a 91-year-old Chinese streamer, recently completed Capcom's new survival horror title, 'Resident Evil 9: Requiem.' He made waves online by finishing the game using an entirely analog approach, relying solely on an old notebook and a pen without ever searching the internet for help.

Yang Binglin was officially recognized by Guinness World Records on December 25, 2024, as the 'Oldest Video Game Bilibili Content Creator.' He has posted over 70 gaming videos on the Chinese platform Bilibili and has 273,000 subscribers. A video of him playing 'Hitman: World of Assassination,' posted on September 19, 2023, has garnered over 2 million views.

Originally from Sichuan, China, Yang began gaming after retiring from a career in oil and gas engineering in 1996. He traveled to game stores across the country to collect over 500 game discs and has since become a veteran gamer.

When faced with the new release, Resident Evil 9: Requiem, which launched on February 27, he did not rely on tutorials or walkthrough videos. He completed the high-difficulty survival horror game using only his cognitive skills and handwritten notes.

His analytical mind, honed over decades as an engineer, proved to be a major asset. He tackled the game by recording key elements in his notebook. First, he drew maps, distinguishing between explored and unexplored areas to navigate the game's loop-style structures. Second, he summarized in-game documents to solve multi-stage puzzles on his own, logically organizing safe combinations and pattern sequences.

Third, he kept meticulous records of combat and resource management. He detailed the spawn locations, attack patterns, and weak points of major monsters like Lickers, and calculated the efficiency and ammunition consumption of specific weapons to develop his survival strategy. Finally, he shared his sentiment: "No matter how difficult a task is, you can overcome it if you have someone by your side."

Despite his immense passion for gaming, he maintains strict self-discipline and a regular routine. He plays table tennis at 7:30 a.m., shops for groceries at 9:30 a.m., plays games for only three hours starting at 3:00 p.m., and goes to bed at 9:30 p.m. He advises young gamers that "it is important to balance gaming with studies or work," emphasizing the importance of setting plans and schedules to avoid becoming overly immersed in games even after retirement.

His grandson noted, "My grandfather maintains self-control by setting daily gaming hours and diligently taking notes on his strategies. He prefers treasure-hunt style games that allow him to virtually experience diverse cultures and historical backgrounds."

He has now begun a second playthrough with even less external assistance, further refining his analog notes. In an era where walkthroughs are just a click away, the fighting spirit of a 91-year-old gamer who succeeded through patience, analytical skill, and rigorous self-discipline is resonating with players everywhere.