Thinking it would be easiest to emulate a standard controller, [Paul] surfed the ‘net a bit until he found an excellent article that explained how the NES controller works. It turns out that ...

Super Mario Bros. 3 does everything an NES game possibly can ... this sequel that took platforming to new heights with tighter controls, more complex levels and, of course, special upgrades ...

Not only is it one of the very best and most iconic videogames ever conceived, but having shipped with the majority of NES consoles, Super Mario Bros ... who picks up a control pad today.