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Player Beats Impossible Level Before Wii U Shutdown

Apr 07, 2024 3:09 PM

As the curtain closes on Nintendo's Wii U and 3DS online services, a remarkable feat was achieved within the Super Mario Maker community. A level deemed impossible, "Trimming the Herbs," which required superhuman reflexes to complete, was finally conquered by player sanyx91smm2, just days before server shutdown. With upwards of 280,000 attempts, the level had been a notorious challenge, especially since it was revealed that the creator used tool-assisted speedrun techniques to create it, and had not actually completed it themselves—effectively questioning its feasibility for human players. Nevertheless, the persistence and dedication of players underscore the vibrant and committed Super Mario Maker community as they bid farewell to the game's online era.

Is Super Mario Maker still playable after the Wii U and 3DS server shutdown?

Super Mario Maker will still be playable offline, but any features that require online connectivity, including uploading and downloading new levels, will no longer be available after the server shutdown.

Super Mario Maker, launched for the Wii U in 2015, allowed players to create and share their own Mario levels, combining elements from various games in the long-running series. Its innovative gameplay and community-driven content led to a sequel, Super Mario Maker 2, for the Nintendo Switch. Despite the end of online services for the original, its legacy continues through its community and the sequel, which expands on the creative possibilities introduced in the first game.



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Stimpy Stimpy commented on: 2024-04-07 15:36:03
Wow, the dedication of the Super Mario Maker community is truly impressive. It's amazing to see a player conquer a seemingly impossible level just before the server shutdown. It really speaks to the passion and determination of gamers.
Rolling R!ck Rolling R!ck commented on: 2024-04-07 15:18:02
Wow, the Super Mario Maker community's determination to conquer Trimming the Herbs just before the server shutdown is a testament to their dedication. It's a bittersweet farewell to the game's online era, but the legacy lives on through the sequel and the creativity of its passionate community.
Sephiroth Sephiroth commented on: 2024-04-07 15:12:03
It's amazing to see the Super Mario Maker community's determination showcased in overcoming Trimming the Herbs just before the server shutdown. It's a testament to the enduring passion and skill of players, keeping the game's legacy alive even as online features come to an end.
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