“It’s-a-me!” Celebrating the craft-first approach of Mario, 40 years young

Mario’s longevity comes from design choices that both include and go beyond visual tropes, incorporating the capabilities of both hardware and software, thoughtful UX, and references to other entertainment and storytelling mediums. “The Mario series has endured because Nintendo pioneered a player-centric, craft-first approach to game development,” says Michael Highland, creative director at Buck Games,

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