Fantastic read! I disagree with the point that Mario 64 was not fun though. The novelty of the 3D platformer experience combined with the open world concept made that game something truly amazing.<p>I've always dreamed of working with experts of such caliber in a startup. It seems luck (being in the right place at the right time) is important as is a prepared mind (jumping at the right opportunity from the sea that life presents you with).<p>I have three great book suggestions for people interested in the history behind video games:<p>1) Masters of Doom
2) Game Over
3) Opening the Xbox: Inside Microsoft's Plan to Unleash an Entertainment Revolution