What is Tiny Mario?
Tiny Mario reimagines the classic Super Mario Bros as a side-scroller with a low-fi, text-rendered style in your URL bar using Braille characters.
Problem
Users want to play nostalgic games like Super Mario Bros but face high barriers to accessing classic games due to the need for specific hardware/software, downloads, or complex setups.
Solution
A browser-based text-rendered side-scroller playable directly in the URL bar using Braille characters, allowing users to instantly play a simplified Mario-inspired game without installations.
Customers
Gamers and retro gaming enthusiasts aged 18-35, tech-savvy individuals who enjoy quick, accessible nostalgia-driven experiences.
Unique Features
Uses Braille characters for rendering gameplay, operates entirely within the browser’s URL bar, and offers a minimalist reimagining of a classic IP.
User Comments
Nostalgic and fun experience
Creative use of text/Braille
Quick time-killer with no setup
Innovative browser integration
Appeals to retro fans
Traction
Launched on ProductHunt as a 'Day’s #1 Product' with 1k+ upvotes. No disclosed revenue/user metrics; viral appeal driven by novelty and Mario IP nostalgia.
Market Size
The global browser games market is projected to reach $20.7 billion by 2027 (Allied Market Research), driven by casual and nostalgia-focused gaming demand.
