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Hey, everyone! J.R. from West Virginia Common Place here, and today, we're diving into my number one pick for the greatest video game of all time - Super Mario Bros. 3. The Surprise Number One: Super Mario Bros. 3 J.R. acknowledges the surprise factor of choosing Super Mario Bros. 3 as his top game despite being a devoted fan of various other iconic franchises like Street Fighter, Mega Man, and Castlevania. Why Super Mario Bros. 3? Reflecting on the Mario series, J.R. explains how the first game laid the foundation while the second title, often regarded as an anomaly, didn't capture the true essence. However, Super Mario Bros. 3 stood out for its secrets, game mechanics, and innovation. Early Gaming Memories: Bringing back childhood memories, J.R. recalls the game's release, receiving it along with a Game Boy, and the competitive atmosphere among siblings. Learning tips and tricks from magazines and cousins formed the early gaming community, akin to today's Twitch or YouTube gaming culture. The Twitch Game of