Why Are the Super Mario Kart CPU's So Fast? [video]
The video analyzes the behavior of CPU opponents in Super Mario Kart for the SNES, explaining that the rubber-band AI, combined with the CPUs' unrestricted access to maximum speed and perfect item usage, is what makes them appear unfairly fast to players.
Background
- This is a technical analysis video by gaming YouTuber "Summoning Salt," known for deep dives into retro game mechanics and speedrunning history.