Millions of levels created by users have resulted in a chaotic, nearly infinite variation of Mario gameplay—from impossible "Kaizo" levels to creative narrative experiences.

For all its ambition, Multiverse suffers from .

This crossover philosophy extends to power-ups. Seeing Mario utilize the Super Leaf alongside Link’s Bow or a custom Kirby-inspired copy ability completely changes how level designers approach puzzle-solving and platforming challenges. It forces players to think outside the box of traditional Mario physics. Community and the Sharing Ecosystem

This creative drive extends to fan creations:

Nintendo’s own history—2D to 3D transitions, genre experiments like Mario Kart and Paper Mario, and DLC-driven expansions—suggests the franchise is fertile ground for structured experimentation.