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If Super Mario Bros. Was Made in 2010

If Mario was first designed in 2010, he’d probably have to adopt some of our modern trends. Using eight images, game designer Zack Hiwiller shows us what Super Mario Bros. might look like, if it was made with modern sensibilities:

If Super Mario Bros. Was Made in 2010


If Super Mario Bros. Was Made in 2010

Thirty minutes later…
If Super Mario Bros. Was Made in 2010
If Super Mario Bros. Was Made in 2010
If Super Mario Bros. Was Made in 2010
If Super Mario Bros. Was Made in 2010

Maybe this warp pipe is safe.
If Super Mario Bros. Was Made in 2010
If Super Mario Bros. Was Made in 2010

Damnit.

Author’s Note: While this post is meant to be humorous, it isn’t meant to be humorous at the expense of my fellow designers. I know we all try to do what is best for our games, so don’t take offense guys! It’s just pining for a simpler time…

Written by: Zack Hiwiller
Posted by: Situated Research

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One Response to “If Super Mario Bros. Was Made in 2010”

  1. Totally true. Good usability and good gameplay should come naturally, not through a bunch of instructions or tutorials.

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