Super Mario
Coverage of Super Mario in the Nexus archive.
- Super Mario is mathier than you think
Research by the MIT Hardness Group, led by Erik Demaine, reveals that solving Super Mario's level challenges is computationally as complex as breaking financial encryption or solving the traveling-salesman problem. The study, conducted as part of a class project, used fan-made tools to analyze the game's difficulty.
- Nintendo’s newest WarioWare is a weirdo smartphone app
Nintendo launched Pictonico, a mobile game inspired by WarioWare, marking a surprising return to smartphone gaming after past efforts like a Super Mario platformer directed by Shigeru Miyamoto failed to meet expectations. The article questions how Pictonico aligns with Nintendo's current mobile strategy.
- Pointed News Quiz | AI, Super Mario, Retail
The quiz covers topics including AI advancements, the cultural impact of Super Mario, and retail industry trends. It explores intersections between technology, entertainment, and commerce.