The Problem with the Grass in Mario 64
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▬ Contents of this video ▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬▬
0:00 - Intro
10:32 - GRASS Issues
12:50 UV Mapping
16:10 Texture Rendering Techniques
20:41 Texture Types
25:53 Lighting
28:53 Hue transitions
30:36 Final Look
31:07 Grass Performance
32:03 Outro - เกม
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Before you comment on this:
This was an April 1st upload.
The video is painfully verbose on purpose. I am parodying youtube video essays. They are often incredibly unfocussed and long winded and I have decided to make the most long winded and unfocussed one. There will NOT be more content like this.
Fantastic video so far!!! Are you planning on releasing chapters?
You did great!
Please don't make another one like this ever again...
Mario 64 never held up and never will
I love the HD OG Style
Awesome video and really interesting as always. Though I highly advise you to ask for some other person you trust to review the script before record the VO.
Countless times during the video I thought you could've easily removed a lot of redundant phrases or merge them into a single idea. (For example in the introduction you repeated like 3 times with different wording that you didn't want to judge the original game but to see room
for improvement).
Just some constructive criticism. Awesome work as always
kaze really nailed the feeling of a high school essay that barely reached the word count
when you have a 5500 word essay about grass due tomorrow and sell your soul to chatgpt
One of the most challenging aspects of this video was hearing Kaze say "one of the most challenging aspects 3 million times. This made the videos challenging, and in the early days of 3d graphics this turned to be one of the most challenging aspects, which made things difficult for programmers, since they found these aspects challenging
which is also the feeling of a professional article on the internet
@@KazeN64ooooooh so that's how you did it
Barely? Maybe for university levels. In high school a 30 plus minute essay would be more that enough.
The fact that I didn't even consider this video was a joke about video essays speaks volumes about the kinds of videos I end up watching.
Same, honestly I love incredibly unfocused and long winded video essays
@@bronze1557 me too lol it's a problem
@@leviwillrich2637 I guess I like them because they are just as unfocused as I am 🤣 It's just like when I go research something and end up reading on something that's barely even related on Wikipedia.
@@bronze1557 average Quinton Reviews enjoyer lmao
@@theophiled Exactly!
I really enjoy how the gameplay is either clueless casual, or insane TAS freeruns and no in-between
Thats what I'm saying 😂
i really enjoyed the 10th time you mentioned the creativity and ingenuity of the SM64 developers. really makes me appreciate their work even more.
i appreciate you appreciating the creativity and ingenuity of the developers of sm64.
@@KazeN64 I appreciate that you appreciate the appreciation of your viewers for the creativity and ingenuity of the developers of sm64.
Awesome work BTW. I think the original is absolutely charming, but if you proposed these changes at development time I suspect the developers would be taking heaping doses of your suggestions.
He did it. He finally touched grass.
In 64-bit!
A grass tecture but grass nonetheless
He didn't just touch it. He harnessed its power.
The madman actually did it.
But at what cost?
When you have an essay prompt that can take 3 sentences to explain, but it needs to be 12 pages.
yes
I know this is 3 week old comment but as someone that likes to be concise I feel this on a deep level. School was always a pain and bachelors and masters papers... oh boy. In my opinion if you can use less words to express the same idea you should. This is the exact reason why Wikipedia got so popular, no one wants to read 2 pages to try and figure out something that can be explained in one sentence.
@@ares395 YES.
In Highschool, I became a master of Fluff. Cause I am good at tmaking a point succinctly.
They always loved my work but I always hated it. Constantly staring at a Thesaurus bored me.
I know what day it is but nonethless I think a SLIGHTLY cut-down version of this would make an incredibly fascinating video
as opposed to a really fascinating video?
You cut grass??? weirdo.
I didn't even notice.. lol!!!
I prefer longer videos 🤷♂️
@@TheRandomGuyTheFarNoGameCat Even when he repeats his introduction three times as part of the joke?
I really enjoyed this video about the grass in Super Mario 64. By explaining how the grass worked in Super Mario 64 and how it could've been better, you gave me a much better understanding of the grass in Super Mario 64, the flaws with the grass in Super Mario 64, and how the grass in Super Mario 64 could've theoretically been made even better than the grass in Super Mario 64 currently is. I especially liked how clear and concise you were about breaking down each element of grass, such as that found in Super Mario 64, and the numerous techniques that developers, such as Nintendo, the developers of Super Mario 64 for the Nintendo 64, utilize to make their grass look as good, or better than, the grass in Super Mario 64. With this understanding of the grass from Super Mario 64 and the ways in which it could be improved, we can better know how to make games with grass that looks better than that found in Nintendo's 1996 classic, Super Mario 64, a game developed by and published by Nintendo that was the first game in the series to feature 3D gameplay and pioneered the 3D platforming genre, in which you control Mario and traverse a variety of stages, many of which feature grass, in order to save Princess Peach from the evil Bowser. Grass is a plant with narrow leaves growing from the base. A common kind of grass is used to cover the ground in places such as lawns and parks. Grass is usually the color ‘green’. Grasses are monocotyledon herbaceous plants.The grasses include the "grass" of the family Poaceae. This family is also called Gramineae. The family also include some of the sedges (Cyperaceae) and the rushes (Juncaceae).[1] These three families are not closely related but all of them belong to clades in the order Poales. They are similar adaptations to a common life-style.The true grasses include cereals, bamboo and the grasses of lawns (turf) and grassland. Uses for graminoids include food (as grain, sprouted grain, shoots or rhizomes), drink (beer, whisky), pasture for livestock, thatching thatch, paper, fuel, clothing, insulation, construction, sports turf, basket weaving and many others.Many grasses are short, but some grasses can grow very tall, such as Bamboo. Plants from the grass family can grow in many places and make grasslands, including areas which are very arid or cold. There are several other plants that look similar to grass and are referred to as such, but are not members of the grass family. These plants include rushes, reeds, papyrus and water chestnut. Seagrass is a monocot in the order Alismatales.Grasses are an important food for many animals, such as deer, buffalo, cattle, mice, grasshoppers, caterpillars and many other grazers. Unlike other plants, grasses grow from the bottom, so when animals eat grass they usually do not destroy the part that grows.[2] This is a part of why the plants are successful. Without grass, soil may wash away into rivers (erosion)
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@@KazeN64 I can't tell if you've been spending lots of time with chatgpt or you used to work at a soul extraction factory masquerading as a call center and can code switch on command now 😂
Cursed.
Dear @@KazeN64,
Did you know that there are over 10,000 different species of grass in the world? Some types of grass, like bamboo, can grow up to 91 cm (3 feet) in just one day, making them some of the fastest-growing plants on the planet.
Grass is also a crucial component of many ecosystems, providing food and shelter for a wide range of animals. Did you know that some species of grasshoppers and locusts can jump up to 20 times their body length thanks to their powerful legs? And that many herbivores, like cows and horses, rely on grass as their primary source of nutrition?
Did you know that grass is not only an essential part of many ecosystems, but it also plays a critical role in the global carbon cycle? Through the process of photosynthesis, grasses absorb carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and convert it into organic compounds, which are then stored in their tissues. This helps to mitigate the effects of climate change by reducing the amount of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.
There are many fascinating facts about grass that are worth mentioning. For example, did you know that some species of grass can be used to make paper, baskets, and even musical instruments? In Africa, the stems of the giant reed (Arundo donax) are commonly used to make the kora, a traditional West African instrument that is similar to a harp.
Grasses also come in a wide range of shapes and sizes, from towering bamboo forests to tiny tufts of grass that grow in desert environments. Some species of grass can survive in extreme conditions, such as the Antarctic hair grass (Deschampsia antarctica), which can withstand temperatures as low as -30°C (-22°F) and high levels of UV radiation.
Grass is also a vital source of food for many animals, including humans. Did you know that wheat, corn, and rice are all types of grasses? These crops provide a significant portion of the world's food supply, and without them, many people would struggle to survive.
Another interesting fact about grass is that it has been used for medicinal purposes for thousands of years. In traditional Chinese medicine, reed rhizomes (Phragmites australis) are used to treat coughs, asthma, and other respiratory conditions. And in Ayurvedic medicine, the roots of the vetiver grass (Chrysopogon zizanioides) are used to treat a range of ailments, including anxiety, insomnia, and skin disorders.
Grass is a fascinating and essential part of our planet's ecosystem. From its role in the carbon cycle to its use in medicine and music, there are many interesting facts about grass that are worth exploring.
Best regards,
Grass enthusiast
Indeed
Wow Kaze, your videos are usually way too concise and straight to the point so it's a real breather to see you elaborate a little more, this video pairs really nicely with a family guy compilation and subway surfers gameplay
don't forget the soap cutting video, Colin would be sad if you didn't watch it.
This is almost like viva pinata on ds
🎉666th like👹😈🎉
@@dolphin2.0. so true.
*Wow, Kaze. Your
*point, so
*more. This (to fix your comma splice run-on)
*Family Guy
*Subway Surfers
*gameplay.
"A time where technology was still relatively new" 💀
technology was invented in 1983 by john nintendo
1 word: wheel
I think you mean electronics but technology has been a thing since fire was discovered
@@breadmusic1wooooosh
@@johnandrews9433you are john reddit and you invented cringe id rather 8 of the clueless guy than your generic foam head
@@breadmusic1in words that Don't sound like slenderman slop rap: you missed the joke. (The whole video is an aprils fools joke about documentary channels repeating themselves 50 times but thats not even what you missed) john nintendo 1 isn't real: it was a joke, and 2: technology was invented by space aliens in 2048 who used time travel. To 1024. By uncombining boxes.🤑🤑🤑
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@@KazeN64 bro talked like chatgpt
@@leihau battle of the bots
@@onlypuppy7 battle of mid
@@onlypuppy7 you can almost always tell because it's so goddamn wordy unless you tell it to make a TH-cam comment lol
The random switching between the basic bilinear texture filtering and horrific HQNX texture filtering in the gameplay footage was infuriating, excellent work here Kaze
i personally loved how none of the background music was from sm64
@@jummy0 isn't bob-omb battlefields playing?
I prefer the pixelated textures tbh! If you're referring to the nearest neighbour filtering technique
@@exterminator9676 it's defenitrly an interesting comparison, now that we have the original source photos it's interesting how.... Off they can look.
I noticed that also
Wow. It's simply amazing. I sure do wish Kaze reminded us every video about the fact that Mario 64 was the first 3D platformer released and revolutionized gaming, I often forget that little-known factoid.
what if i just copypasted this script into every future video from now on and just updated the background footage
@@KazeN64 The peak of content.
*gaming. I (to fix your comma splice run-on)
Finally got around to watching a Kaze Emanuar video... essay and he spent the next 40 minutes talking about grass. Great entertainer that he is.
I love the extensive use of redundant writing that makes the delivery of this 30 minute video about grass feel concise, as if it was the most efficient use of time possible.
This comment is Excellent, Interesting, Shows appreciation to video creator, Informative, Relatable, Funny and Other.
(Yes I had to rate your comment)
Now I’m curious how long a normal Kaze video would be about this topic lmao
i'd say probably around 7 minutes? I usually am very concise though. a "normal" video essay like this would probably be about 15-18 minutes.
@@KazeN64 ChatGPT really is good at securing that extra credit! Great at repeating the same sentence in different words three hundred times
@@KazeN64 I was thinking more along the lines of 3 minutes for a video about grass textures lmao
5 minutes
"In this video... *deep inhale* essay *dies inside* I will talk about... " gets me every time 😂
The bedtime story bit at 10:05 was super adorable. The story being read made me sleepy too :)
Love that bit haha
Time stamps:
1:41 The Eye Blocks in Mario 64 Beta Rom
4:10 Wireframe Mario’s anatomy
7:40 The “Hidden Astronauts” models found in Mario 64 source code
9:55 Dire Dire Docks submarine ledge glitch (HYPE!)
10:05 Yoshi room discovered in Mario 64 DS
13:29 Projection mapping ad break (skip this)
15:18 The difference between Mario 64 and Mario 64 DS (side by side)
22:02 Mario 64 jump scares
25:42 Conker discovered in Mario 64 source code!
27:38 Kaze’s matrix theory
31:57 What’s underneath Mario’s pants (3D Model extracted)
Kaze knows all about matrix theory - otherwise known as linear algebra.
Every 3D game developer has to.
🤣🤣🤣
I love how this timestamp list as wrong as correct :D
when someone says "I could talk about something silly like the GRASS in super mario 64 for HOURS" Kaze actually means it
I found this
video
*breathe in*
*breathe out*
essay
to be really enjoyable! Awesome work!
Good stuff. It's amazing how instantly "Rare" the optimised texturing looks. Rare were absolute masters at working with the N64s texture limitations.
Yeah, it's giving me Banjo Kazooie vibes.
At about 4 minutes in I thought I'd been duped. I was convinced Kaze was never actually going to get to talking about the grass. Then I started to see how widespread levels with grass are and I was convinced this is definitely the most significant aspect of the entire game. No other texture in the game is more important. Well..... done.
I looove the improvements with the OG Style
perfect balance in my opinion
It's the WR holder. Oh wait
@@jtaiv2798 ?
I agree that "most HD" style gives the impression of tiny and super-short grass like on a golfing green, but the "OG" style new grass gives the big and long-bladed impression as it was clearly meant to look by the SM64 developers, just better.
The only other suggestion I have would be to redo the dirt texture blending so the edges are shaped more like intermittent blobs of dirt and less like planks of wood on an old, rotting lakeside dock.
@@clue6775 Weegee
@@jtaiv2798 weegeepie is the wr holder? I doubt that
I love this video... essay... that's half an hour on the math, tools, history, and code behind the rendering of grass in one of our favorite games by one of our favorite youtubers! As an aside, it was precious watching you give bedtime rendering techniques to your Yoshis.
I just wanna say the work and effort you put forth for this April fools day joke is impressive and commendable, especially given how time consuming editing can be
I am jealous of how many Yoshis Kaze has
As a fellow teacher I can feel your life essence drain with every long and drawn out sentence in this essay.
You earned yourself a golden star.
I really loved the approach of "Let's see what M64 could have looked like at the end of the N64's life" rather than just applying more modern technics to improve the textures. I think it gives a lot more credit to the devs that way, 'cause they were really working in uncharted territory. Especially shown with the example where there's evidence they tried to implement larger textures, but it led to the broken smoke glitch.
The random tas footage inbetween the relatively normal gameplay is so funny to me for some reason
Watching Kaze read to his Yoshis and Gible was the highlight of my day.
I simply cannot understand the distaste for video essays. It's perfect.
I think the dislike for video essays probably comes from watching bad ones. because when they are bad. they are really bad
@@-aexc- thankfully those of us who aren't obsessed with mutilating our own genitalia have these things called lives that spare us from the horrors of ever even having to watch one
@@chelonianegghead274 what
@@Booootransphobia
also trans rights 🏳️⚧️
Wow, I just stumbled upon Kaze's video on "The Problem with the Grass in Mario 64" and I'm blown away! Kaze's videos are always a treat, and this one was no exception. I love how Kaze delves into the technical details of how games are created and the limitations that developers faced back in the day.
As someone who grew up playing Mario 64, I never really gave much thought to the grass texture in the game. But Kaze's video changed that. The level of research and attention to detail that Kaze put into analyzing the grass texture is truly impressive. Kaze's passion for the topic really shines through in the video and it's contagious!
I found it fascinating how Kaze explained that the Nintendo 64 hardware was actually capable of handling more complex textures, but the modeling tools at the time didn't seem to support it. Kaze's explanation of how the real grass is a complex system of blades with unique shapes and orientations, which creates a natural texture that is inherently noisy and grainy, was really insightful. I also appreciated how Kaze highlighted the clever techniques that can be used to create realistic and natural-looking grass even with limited resources.
Kaze's video is a great example of how much thought and effort goes into even the smallest details of game development. It's clear that Kaze has a deep love and appreciation for the Mario franchise and is committed to sharing his knowledge and expertise with others. I'm definitely going to be checking out more of Kaze's videos in the future!
Overall, I highly recommend this video to anyone who is interested in game development, or who simply wants to learn more about the technical aspects of games. Kaze's friendly and accessible presentation style makes the video both entertaining and informative. Thanks for another great video, Kaze!
did chatGPT write this comment
@@tinoesroho most definitively did.
I wasn't very impressed by the improved grass until you added vertex shading then I was like: "now that's an upgrade!" I'm very curious about SM64's "camera-based" lighting; it's the first time I've heard of any game using such a technique and I'd love a more detailed examination of it, possibly contrasting how SM64 would look using a more common, traditional lighting model.
Problem was that at the time there was no real tool that allowed vertex color editing with full control.
This video... essay is a testament to how far 3D rendering techniques have evolved in the past 27 years.
This video is SO quality. The footage of SM64 is so clean wtf. I’m jealous of your editing/composition skills. Great job!
I love how in seemingly most of the video game footage Mario is performing speedrunning glitches and tricks almost like that's just the normal way to play SM64
Wow, the graphics in Mario 64's grass are truly remarkable! The attention to detail in the design of each individual blade is simply astounding, and the way they sway and move realistically as Mario runs through them really adds to the immersion of the game.
It's amazing to think that this game was released over two decades ago, and yet the graphics still hold up today. It's a testament to the incredible talent of the developers who worked on this game and their commitment to creating a truly unforgettable gaming experience.
I also love the way the grass changes color as the seasons change throughout the game. It's a subtle touch, but it really adds to the overall ambiance and atmosphere of each level.
Overall, the grass graphics in Mario 64 are just one of the many reasons why this game is considered a true classic. It's a timeless masterpiece that will continue to be enjoyed by gamers of all ages for generations to come.
Furthermore, the attention to detail in the grass graphics really speaks to the level of care and dedication that the developers put into every aspect of the game. It's not just about creating a visually stunning game, but also about crafting a world that feels alive and dynamic.
I also appreciate how the grass in Mario 64 serves a functional purpose in gameplay, as it can hide hidden coins and other secrets. This adds an extra layer of challenge and exploration to the game, and encourages players to really interact with the environment.
@@schmatthewneyan87 I couldn't agree more, Schmatthew Neyan! The grass graphics in Mario 64 not only showcase the developers' dedication to creating a visually appealing and immersive world, but also their commitment to enhancing gameplay through clever design choices.
Hiding coins and secrets within the grass encourages players to explore and engage with the environment more deeply, while also rewarding their curiosity. This attention to detail adds depth to the gaming experience, making Mario 64 a truly memorable and enjoyable adventure for players of all ages.
It's no wonder that, even after more than two decades, the game continues to be celebrated and appreciated by gamers worldwide. The grass graphics in Mario 64 are just one example of the many small yet significant elements that contribute to its enduring status as a classic in the world of video games.
My favorite thing about game development is that you start with "hm yes I want grass here" and you end up with a 35 minute video about 3D math, UV unwrapping, and texture formats.
When you showed the dot product of two matrices on screen, I shifted to the edge of my seat. When you said, "linear algebra," I cheered!
I burst out laughing at the Rosalina theme and the yoshy plushies being read a good night story about texture mapping
I don't know what it says about me that I didn't even notice this video was deliberately longer on purpose, I was just vibin' in the Kaze Emanuar Grassverse.
The new grass looks incredible, but the dirt path looks blurry to me, so I wish there was a way to preserve the more chunky dirt path personally (if there is idk, I lack any artistic capabilities)
Kaze, don;'t think of it as a "video essay" think of it as "Longform content". You would've probably just made this video a 10 part series. Keep up the good work
It's refreshing to find an "April Fools" video that's actually interesting for once
If only other channels would learn from that philosophy
Sounds like user-error to me. Just use better discretion when choosing your subscriptions n00b!
Now this is the kind of April fools joke I can get behind. No deceitful BS, just a silly readily apparent long joke video that I can play intyt he background while I take care of housework.
I happily watched an hour long video about using pendulums to crash the game, so the fact that this was supposed to be a joke video didn't even register.
My first thought seeing a 30+ minute video essay on improving the grass in a nearly 30 year old game was "wow, Kaze is so cool!"
Really fantastic essays. Reminds me a lot of the three parter feature film "Walls, ceilings and floors" by pannenkoek. A truly artisitic take on one of humanity's biggest achievement.
Before, I admired your skills as a coder at improving this game. Now I also envy you because of your Yoshi plushie collection
I honestly wish I could have the big one. I gotta get me one of those.
Great video! I prefer OG style over Most HD, because Most HD's grass looks a bit too much like moss. Both are a huge improvement from the original though.
agreed
@@WeegeepieYT lmao?
This was a great video
essay
Ceave Gaming will be missed forever
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@@RedStoneMatt Hi matt
@@mariocamspam72 do we know each other?
I do appreciate some good looking grass,
Good to see that you're finally addressing the real problems here.
you know it's a good essay, when the intro is literally the longest chapter in the video
Bro that Ceave Gaming type thumbnail brings me back to when Mario Maker 1 was popular, truly good times
"Why touch grass, when I can just render a better version?"
- Kaze
despite this being an April fools joke it was still very entertaining and interesting, also it would be really cool to know what that wizard game was.
Ever feel like you’re slowly going insane?
I came back to finish this video even after April 1st.
The OG grass has really clear and sharp details that help convey Mario’s movement in relation to it. The smoother, cleaner textures look amazing, but how does Mario look and feel while running around them? I think the balanced approach is the best, it reminds me of CRT interpolation in graphics
Your thumbnail made me think Ceave came back 😭
Mario 64 was built on a very tight deadline. I still recall the stories of how key engineers on the title were so burnt out by this project that they left the industry altogether after this wrapped.
“This video-“
*heavy sigh*
“Essay..”
Made me laugh fr
This, honestly, is one of the best videos i have seen regarding graphics and rendering. Wow.
The final result looked amazing! I'm still waiting for the day when you release the ultimate, optimized version of the original game with all your improvements. You're the best!
Seeing that "retro wave" level's fidelity and frame rate made my jaw drop.
I know this was a april fools video, but man, I really want to see the entirety of the og game be done like this...
Shit... you got me. Congrats - it was the only April Fools thing I fell for this year!
I liked when the artists had to think mathematically because the artistry needed mathematics so that the artist could art mathematically using artist math.
Now I am watching my garden's grass to know if I could improve it
Try some different lighting. A single white LED light mounted to your camera makes it look flat (as shown in this video), but I bet a warmer point light would give it some real depth.
I could listen to you go into this amount of detail about pretty much anything, this was great to watch!
Here's an easy way to describe UV mapping in Lamen's terms:
UV mapping is like origami in reverse. You mark the edges you want to cut, then unfold the model.
I was about to be like 'is this one of those 'it needs better graphics' videos and then realized that's exactly what you were parodying is exceptional
Hello from TH-cam recommends
This reads like you wrote this script in Chat GPT.
would i ever do that? for an april fools joke? no way
Awesome findings, grayscale with hue looks the most promising approach to me because of the memory usage, the new approach looks awesome!
A 35 minute video about nitpicking the grass in a 35 year old game. The internet is a magical place
I actually thought for a second that CeaveGaming uploaded.
Kaze's true April Fool's joke was making me sad by reminding me that Ceave still isn't back :(
If Kaze did a rom hack of “Mario 64 but it was made at the end of the Nintendo 64 life cycle” with stuff like this in it, I’d buy a usb Nintendo 64 controller to play it
I truly appreciate your dedication to adhering to the artists' creative vision with your improvements. It is so tempting to look at something and see what you could change to make it better, but so much more difficult to identify something the original artists could have used to realize their vision, and your progress toward that ideal is impressive to me.
Love both versions of grass that you did. One issue I have with a lot of people who have done texture packs and other such mods are they completely ignore the original art direction. I think you struck a perfect balance, and I also appreciate how you not only made it look better but optimized things as well. Informative and entertaining video Kaze!
actually surprisingly simple looking thumbnail
Imagine if we time traveled kaze to the past to work on super mario 64 for an alternate time line
Lighting:
BAD: I can clearly see everything
GOOD: Parts of the level are so dark that I can't make out what's there.
My favorite part of this video was when he talked about the grass
Where was that? I need a timestamp.
I like the Ceave Gaming inspired thumbnail but it also makes me miss his videos a bit.
They were so bad lol
Do we know what happened to Ceave? Did he just drop off without any warning, or was there some info from someone I missed?
@@cosmicvoidtree Life just caught up to him, giving him less free time to make videos and he also has his own job to manage.
@Cypress Hodgson He got burnt out on doing TH-cam full-time, and has been pursuing other career paths instead.
@@leinad3955 hope you accidentally jump into a fuzzy
after i became a 3d artist turning back to sm64 was a bit hard given how much room for visual improvement there is, just by applying a couple of simple tricks such as
ambient occlusion, smooth shading, pbr textures and beveled edges.
i know this wouldnt have been feasible with the limited hardware of the n64, however this is the reason why even mobile games manage to look pretty good despite its simplistic visuals.
I never thought I'd watch and be fully interested in an essay about grass but here we are.
I got nearly a third into the video before realizing it was a joke...
i was worried that it was gonna be a april fool joke, but it was a good video
I love all pf your videos on SM64 optimisation, i think it's facinating to learn about the capabilities of an old console and push them to reach things that seemed impossible to the developpers at the time. it's really amazing
The joke is that he finally touched grass
This is the greatest moving picture..... essay I have ever had the pleasure of viewing with my eyes on the social networking, moving picture sharing, and moving picture viewing site referred to as TH-cam. I'm so immeasurable excited for "The Problem with the Grass in Mario 64 2"!!!
this was my first video from your channel, it was really good imo. embarrassed to say i didnt realize it was an aprils fools video. this feels like the amount of detail i go into when im making stuff, i love obsessing over everything. im sad there will be no more of this, this is one of my favorites types of videos on youtube. very relaxing and interesting
The problem with grass is that it is the devil's lettuce.
Give him a couple of more years and he will port SM64 1:1 to SNES
You know documentary is good when it's about grass but grass and isn't mention until 10 minutes in...... And You're not even mad about it 😂 Great video!
This whole video is informational edging, it keeps ALMOST starting to be substantiative then steps it back at the last second.
I miss Ceave :(
Got here after Vinny mentioned it
just the intro is 10 minutes
I'm in love
I enjoyed this. I didn't know about the weird lighting model SM64 implemented, but changing to a "better" method makes an enormous difference to the soul of the game in my opinion. If it really was a result of the devs' inexperience then it's a great example of serendipity!
the music was very fitting and really added to the video
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