Mario was almost decapitated by bees but Nintendo tragically cut that level from Super Mario Bros Wonder
Wonder's director also reveals how Wonder effects were created
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Prototype level cut from Mario Wonder: pic.twitter.com/MfxTs70HQEMarch 20, 2024
Prototype level cut from Mario Wonder: pic.twitter.com/MfxTs70HQEMarch 20, 2024
“Although we did prototype it, this was ultimately not adopted as a Wonder effect,” assistant director Mouri can be heard saying at the end of the clip just above, via an interpreter. The game already has a variety of whacky Wonder effects, including Mario and company turning into a gigantic elephant, which was understandably one of Super Mario Bros. Wonder’s headline features.
Mouri further delved into the conceptualization of the Wonder effects elsewhere in the presentation. “We asked everyone to write down any and all ideas on a sticky note, without any conditions,” Mouri said, adding “As we looked at the various ideas that came up, we were able to gradually narrow …
