 For those who are still struggling with the concept of emergent gameplay (which isn't to be confused with a metagame) may find this video of interest.
Some Japanese players invent a new game within Mario 64: Activate a 1up mushroom, then attempt to collect all six red coins before it reaches you.
Whilst we're on the subject, Test Drive Unlimited, being a relatively basic MMO, has seen it's fair share of emergence. Most prominent is the consistent drag race through the city, free from the confines of the game's in-built racing mechanic. |