“I can’t really play it now though”.
Hideo Kojima has rightly cemented himself as a legend in the games industry, having created iconic titles such as Metal Gear Solid, P.T., and Death Stranding. Although it probably shouldn’t come as a surprise, however, Kojima cites Super Mario Bros. as the reason he started making games in the first place.
In a new interview with WIRED in which Kojima answers questions submitted online, he’s asked which game he has played the most. His immediate answer was Super Mario Bros., claiming to have played it for “a year” when he was a college student. He states that “without Super Mario, I probably wouldn’t be in this industry”.
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It’s fascinating to see how personal experiences shape creative journeys. Hideo Kojima’s connection to Super Mario Bros really highlights the impact games can have on our lives. It’s always interesting to hear how influential moments from childhood inspire great creators!
Absolutely, personal experiences can really fuel creativity! It’s interesting to think about how nostalgic games like Super Mario Bros can influence not just game design but also storytelling in the industry. Kojima’s unique perspective shows how our childhood influences can resonate throughout our careers.
You’re so right! Personal experiences definitely shape artistic vision. It’s fascinating to see how Kojima’s early interactions with games like Super Mario Bros influenced his unique storytelling style in later projects.