The level design in modern 3D Mario games can seem kind of crazy at times. You’ve got Goombas chasing you as you try to dodge fireballs while learning how to use a new power-up, and that doesn’t even scratch the surface. However, it turns out that modern 3D Mario games happen to follow a rather simplistic formula, and YouTuber Mark Brown has recently posted a video explaining it.

The four-step formula is very intriguing. It explains how so many different mechanics can be stuffed into modern

Mario games. It also allows for an organic learning curve instead of the massive amounts of hand-holding that other Nintendo franchises are notorious for.

In my opinion, the four-step level design is rather brilliant as I feel the simplicity of it keeps the game from getting too bogged down and complicated. What do you think about this formula? Do you think it works, or would you rather see Nintendo try something else? Feel free to leave us your thoughts in the comment section below!

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