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- Mario Celebrates 40 Years of Design Excellence
It's Nice That · Sep 11, 2025
The article celebrates 40 years of Nintendo’s Super Mario Bros., exploring how Shigeru Miyamoto’s design philosophy and Nintendo’s craft-first, player-centric approach have kept the franchise relevant and beloved. It highlights the creative evolution of Mario’s world, from 2D side-scrollers to open 3D sandboxes, and its influence across gaming and popular culture. Interviews with designers and academics underscore the enduring design principles behind Mario’s success.
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