Above all else, the driving force behind Mario's success is exquisite game design – something that is acknowledged by players and game designers alike. "Mario games have a timeless charm and wide ...

Nintendo's level creation suite is back, but this time on a platform people actually own - so here's some tips on how to create the best possible level... Let there be no doubt - Super Mario Maker 2 ...

Nintendo's newly announced Mario Maker is such an obvious idea that it's surprising it's taken so long. As anyone familiar with LittleBigPlanet can attest, or nearly any platformer with even a ...

I’ve had Super Mario Maker for just a few days, so, of course, I already feel qualified to give everyone advice on designing levels. Prepare to get schooled, kids! I’ve made about four-and-a-half ...

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From Mario’s pixel-perfect jumps to modern 3D adventures, platformer level design remains the heart of the genre’s magic.

Forever ensnared in a love-fued between 1800s literature and modern gaming, Eman Fatima tries her best to appease both her hobbies by tapping away at her keyboard and writing about her favorite games ...