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The Besties

Super Mario Bros. Wonder is a Trip and a Half

Oct 27, 2023
01:01:48
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Discover the wild ride of Super Mario Bros. Wonder and its bizarre game mechanics. Hear about upcoming video games like Death Stranding 2 and Ghost of Tsushima 2. Dive into discussions about the unique gameplay of Wizard with a Gun and Sea of Stars. Plus, get excited for game releases and free codes in the newsletter.
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Quick takeaways

  • Games can use anti-fun design to create impactful experiences, like Death Stranding challenging players with unconventional mechanics and deliberate pacing.
  • Jason Rohrer's games, like Quop and Sleep is Death, incorporate anti-fun design as a deliberate part of the experience to provoke thought and engagement.

Deep dives

Unique and Challenging Art in Games

Games are often expected to prioritize fun over other artistic elements, but there are examples of games that use anti-fun design to create impactful experiences. One example is Death Stranding, which challenges players with its unconventional gameplay mechanics and deliberate pacing.

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