stackyFACTSIf you've ever wondered why you needed three hands to properly hold this plastic monstrosity, blame the plumber. Nintendo was terrified that consumers wouldn't understand how an analog stick worked in 3D space, so they built a separate grip just for the stick. It was a massive ergonomic compromise just to ensure Mario could backflip smoothly.
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