The trailer for The Super Mario Bros. Movie is truly impressive and definitely brings the hype for Mario fans everywhere. Nintendo and Illumination have outdone themselves with the graphics and overall fun tone, but what else could make the movie great for gamers? Here are some ideas!
1. “Let’s a-go!”
After popping out of nowhere amidst several mushrooms, Toad invites Mario to follow him to Mushroom Kingdom. We get to hear Chris Pratt’s Mario say “Mushroom Kingdom: here we come!” This isn’t too far from saying “Let’s a-go,” but it’s not quite the same. Hopefully, this will evolve into the iconic line that we all know and love by the end of the movie.
2. Yoshi
Let’s face it: the crowd would go wild if Yoshi popped up in the movie. Mario’s green, dinosaur companion has been carrying Mario around and gobbling up enemies since 1990’s Super Mario World. Yoshi’s even been the main hero in his own games, so why not surprise devoted fans with this adorable character?
3. Luigi’s Mansion
At the tail end of the trailer, Luigi, the man in green himself, makes a short appearance! He’s running away from several Dry Bones chasing him out of a creepy forest at night. Luigi hops along stones over lava and into a disheveled castle, closing the door just before the Dry Bones make it inside. This definitely looks like it could be straight from a level in Luigi’s Mansion. All we need are some Boo’s and the Poltergust 300!
4. Mario Kart
Who wouldn’t love a reference to the iconic Mario Kart franchise? Seeing Mario and Luigi driving around and throwing items at enemies Double Dash style would just bring so much joy to the hearts of gamers everywhere.
5. Sonic Crossover
It’s a long shot, but it’s an epic one. The Sonic movies have garnered a lot of success and praise from fans, as the third movie already has teased Shadow as a villain. We’ve had some Mario and Sonic crossover games, mostly in Olympic Games, but how cool would it be to see these two characters really team up to save the day?
It’s been a long time coming for an animated Mario movie to be made. By the looks of it, it’s going to be a blast! Mama mia! The Super Mario Bros. Movie comes out on April 7th, 2023.
Have you ever rage-quit during a game before? If you said “no,” you’re lying. We’ve all been there, but how much rage is too much? Here are some tips for when your gamer rage starts to overflow.
Try Positive Self-Talk
What are you telling yourself when you lose a game? What does it mean to you? Most of the time, our opinions of ourselves can drive us crazy. You may be telling yourself: “I’m a loser.” “I suck.” “I can’t do this.” These are negative thoughts that can really take a toll on your gaming skills, as well as your daily life. Try practicing some positive affirmations or perspective to “I can do difficult things” or “Just because I lose doesn’t mean I’m a loser.” You have to be your own cheerleader in life, especially when you game!
Play a More Relaxing Game
Maybe it’s just not the day to play Cuphead or Elden Ring. Some games are more challenging than others and it’s okay to not really have the head for it sometimes. If you’re raging too much, go for a relaxing game. Animal Crossing is a great stress reducer. Tetris always does it for me, too. Find what will get you in a better mood and try that harder game tomorrow.
Take a Break from Gaming
It’s okay unplug from time to time. If you’re having a bad day, then maybe you need some time away from the controller. Too much gaming can lead to overstimulation, which can result in irritability, headaches, and anxiety. Try going for a walk or doing a craft to give your brain something new to do. It’s important to recharge your controllers, but it’s important to recharge yourself, too.
Seek Professional Help
At the end of the day, video games are supposed to be fun. If you find yourself taking it all too seriously, then maybe it’s not the video game. There could be something else going on in your life that needs to be addressed. Too much anger can be a sign of emotional or psychological problems that can be treated. Search for a therapist to talk to about your concerns. Take care of yourself and focus on what you need. It’s easy to get angry during a game, but don’t take it out on your controllers.
You’re in the middle of a Smash Bros. Ultimate online battle. Your opposition has been tea-bagging the entire time, gimping, and meteor smashing you. You finally get the upper hand with only one more stock. You’re off the side of the stage, and they’re ready to Meteor Smash you again. You press to dodge and clutch the side of the stage to the right, but you dodge to the left and start free falling. And there they are, tea-bagging again, as you’ve just thrown the match because of one controller error.
Dust is a Real Problem
If your characters move when you’re not pressing anything, then your controller might be suffering from a terrible phenomenon known as controller drift. Controller drift is a malfunction of the control stick that leads to undetectable pressure being put on it. The drift can be continuous or quick, but it is a problem deep within the controller. Essentially, the most common culprit is dust. There’s space around the base of the stick that can collect microscopic intruders, like dust flakes or even food. Leaving your controller out in the open can lead to dust developing deep within the controller. As a result, you get control drift.
Wear and Tear can be a Problem, Too
It’s also possible that the stick has can become worn with repeated use. Controllers are built to respond to the most sensitive of movements. If you find yourself aggressively pushing the stick or banging your controller down after a rage quit, then you could be wearing away at the hardware. Companies might need to address this problem with updated, heavy-duty products or some kits to replace worn parts. Until then, it’s up to us to save our money and our controllers.
With Great Power, Comes Great Responsibility
Most importantly, you want to make sure that your controller is clean and stored in a safe place. Preferably, keep it away from exposure to dust in a tightly-sealed drawer. Go a step further and use a controller case, too. This will provide an extra layer of protection. Also, there are plenty of DIYs online that explain how to take your controller apart and clean it. There are even tool kits that are made just for this kind of thing. You’ll want to use a Q-tip or even compressed air to clean and treat your controllers right. Keep gaming, and keep it clean.
Lâm Du Hải was a professional League of Legends player. He is most known for his prolific mid-lane talents with Cloud9 and Golden Guardians. Under the moniker “Hai”, he made a name for himself early in his career as one of the best shot-callers in North America, and a key to Cloud9’s success. Hai won two LCS championships with C9 and attended Worlds three times.
Wrist Injury Causes Uncertainty
Hai managed a painful and persistent wrist injury alongside his success. During his time with Cloud9 in 2015, it became apparent that his injury prevented him from training enough to compete at a high level. He publicly stated:
“My wrist injury is something that I simply cannot ignore. It limits my ability to play as much as I need to and my ability to improve. I cannot keep up with the amount of Solo Queue games my teammates play and it’s not fair to them. At best, my wrist injury would have only allowed me to play for another split and that wasn’t even certain.”
Possible Types of Wrist Injuries
The medical details of Hai’s injury aren’t publicly available, but his time with Cloud9, and later with Golden Guardians, showcase a variety of wrist braces. They suggest a long-standing form of wrist injury. Gamer’s wrist and carpal tunnel are both common and preventable injuries that competitive gamers develop through poor posture and improper wrist alignment when gaming.
It’s impossible to perceive the nature of Hai’s injury in terms of how much it impacted his career. Whether he’d have stuck with a struggling C9 instead of leaving when he did isn’t something anyone can know. What is clear is that the injury was a terrible burden on a career that was as prolific as it was long.
A Compelling Career Story
Hai’s shot-calling was known among his peers as arguably the best in North America. Hai’s final LCS showing – in 2018 with Golden Guardians – made it clear that he was still valued for his leadership qualities and sure decision-making, despite not having the mechanical depth that he once boasted. This loss of mechanical depth is yet another question mark permanently stamped on his injury.
After retirement from professional play, Hai contributed to the 2019 LCS analyst desk in between professional matches. He later moved on to starting his own amateur League team “Radiance.” The team, at least for the time being, has frozen operations. The career of Hai isn’t a sorry one. It’s one with incredible displays of skill, longstanding consistency, and the ability to pull otherwise mediocre teams into positions to challenge for titles and international tournament success. All of that said, his career is marred with an asterisk next to his name. The asterisk tells the LCS faithful they aren’t ever going to be sure they got his full potential due to his wrist injury, despite being one of the best North American players of all time.
This year, CD Project RED has confirmed that they’re working on a sequel in The Witcher franchise. The Witcher 3: The Wild Hunt is a classic and a masterpiece to many, with its impressive graphics, lively gameplay, and extensive story. How could they live up to such high standards? Here are some ideas that could make The Witcher 4 rise to the occasion.
1. Keep Geralt as the Main Focus
Depending on which ending you got in The Witcher 3, there’s a lot of insinuation that Geralt wants to hang up his medallion for good. Kaer Morhen is falling apart and aging, just like The Witchers themselves, making them a somewhat fading breed of heroes. As much as retirement would look good on Geralt, we don’t want another bait and switch like what they did with The Last of Us, where Joel was barely playable. We got to play as Ciri for some key moments of the story, which is cool and all, but Geralt will always be our favorite.
As Geralt says in The Witcher 3: “Damn candles.” We all know the pain of trying to loot a crate, but then lighting up a nearby candle…pointlessly. There is no real function to this little trick. As much as it could impress Yennefer during a candlelit dinner, it doesn’t do anything for the game. Removing this function completely would leave many players grateful that they can freely loot without interruption.
3. Online Gameplay
There are already so many elements to The Witcher games, but online compatibility is not one of them. Including an online mode would be a great way to take a break from Story Mode or contracts. Competitive play in the form of a treasure hunt or monster mash would be an epic challenge. There could even be some rewards, such as items, extra coins, or armor for the best of the best. Getting gamers to challenge each other could really add something new and fresh.
Some people think “if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it” when it comes to franchises, but throwing a curveball and expanding on the realm of possibilities is always exciting for gamers. No matter what the game entails, we all want another chance to roam around the Continent. Until then, we’ll be waiting on the edge of our gaming chairs for more news!
