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PC Gamer
I want to punt Meta's Muse AI mascot back into the cursed void from whence it came
The author expresses strong dislike for Meta's new AI mascot, 'Jolly,' for its Muse AI assistant, comparing it unfavorably to creatures from Doctor Who and finding its design overly cutesy and mass-market targeted. Despite the negative reaction, the mascot's design is seen as an intentional effort by Meta to make AI more accessible and humanized.
Retro Gamer
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto thinks it's "rude" when fans question why "a mustachioed old dude like Mario" sells so well, but to be honest, "I've had the same thought"
Nintendo veteran Shigeru Miyamoto expressed surprise at the enduring popularity of Mario, questioning why the character continues to sell so well despite not being a traditional hero. He attributes Mario's success primarily to the incredibly fun games he is featured in. Miyamoto also hopes that players will eventually own multiple Nintendo consoles.
