Retrododo Explores Super FX Chip’s Roots Amid Mario 64 SNES Port

Retrododo discusses the Super FX chip's origins, noting it was originally called the MARIO chip (Mathematical Argonaut Rotation I.O.), drawing on a conversation with its creator Jez San. The piece ties this history to the question of whether the chip can support a fan-made SNES port of Super Mario 64.

Retrododo discusses the Super FX chip's origins, noting it was originally called the MARIO chip (Mathematical Argonaut Rotation I.O.), drawing on a conversation with its creator Jez San. The piece ties this history to the question of whether the chip can support a fan-made SNES port of Super Mario 64.

Originally reported 28 September 2026. Read the full story with all the details on retrododo.com

Retrododo Explores Super FX Chip's Roots Amid Mario 64 SNES Port
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