'Bit and Run: Mario's Ladder' by Cory Godbey Reimagines the Classic Game
Marissa Brassfield — June 5, 2010 — Pop Culture
References: corygodbey & vimeo
This dramatic reinvention of Super Mario Bros. by Cory Godbey is called 'Bit and Run: Mario's Ladder.' The web series is a delightful twist on the classic video game, with intrigue, drama, a piano soundtrack and even a death scene. Best of all, the entire short is done in 8-bit to honor the original.
Check out 'Bit and Run: Mario's Ladder' by Cory Godbey above. I don't know about you, but I like this version of the Super Mario Bros. far better!
Check out 'Bit and Run: Mario's Ladder' by Cory Godbey above. I don't know about you, but I like this version of the Super Mario Bros. far better!
Trend Themes
1. Nostalgia Gaming - The trend for revisiting classic gaming franchises and reimagining them in new ways opens up opportunities for nostalgia-inspired innovation for game developers and animators alike.
2. Interactive Fan Fiction - The rise of interactive media and fan fiction creates new avenues for creative adaptation and innovation. The crossover between game design and storytelling offers exciting potential for user-generated content.
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Industry Implications
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