i am 8-bit

Posted: 08/16/2008

Okay, we get it.  You liked Mario as a kid.  You played the crap out of Super Mario Bros., and even got to second base with Liz Pratt while it was playing in the background.

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But there are other games, people.  Some artists at i am 8-bit even showcased a few gems outside the Nintendo universe.  How about some Elevator Action, Earth Worm Jim, or Rampage?

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It was an excellent show last night with some pretty inspired art, though we suspect the window displays may have added to the two hour line to get in.

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