Pannenkoken Conquers Mario 64 ‘A Button Challenge,’ Moves on to ‘No Input Challenge’

Dunko Xyvir
3 min readJun 5, 2023

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In a groundbreaking display of gaming prowess, acclaimed speedrunner and internet sensation Pannenkoken has accomplished the seemingly impossible by triumphing over the highly coveted “A Button Challenge” in Super Mario 64. But that’s not all, folks. Pannenkoken, clearly not satisfied with mere mortal accomplishments, has already set their sights on an even more absurd feat — the “No Input Challenge.”

For those not in the know, the A Button Challenge is a grueling trial that demands players to employ as few A button presses as humanly possible. The more minimalist, the better. Breaking records and pushing the boundaries of what’s achievable, Pannenkoken has managed to navigate through the vast array of levels in Nintendo’s beloved platformer with the elegance and grace of a swan wearing rocket-powered roller skates.

Witnesses described the moment as nothing short of miraculous. “I’ve seen some impressive feats in gaming, but this takes the cake,” exclaimed one awestruck onlooker. “Pannenkoken was like a ninja on steroids, a phantom of the gaming realm. I can’t even fathom the hours of practice it took to master such precision.”

Nintendo, the renowned creator of Super Mario 64, was left both baffled and flabbergasted by Pannenkoken’s achievements. Shigeru Miyamoto, the iconic game designer, was overheard muttering to himself, “How did they do that? Did they find some sort of secret warp pipe in the fabric of reality?” Reports suggest that Nintendo is now frantically investigating Pannenkoken’s gaming techniques, knowing that they assuredly stumbled upon some hidden code that even the developers themselves were unaware of.

But Pannenkoken is not one to rest on their laurels. Fresh off their success, they have boldly announced their intention to tackle the ultimate gaming challenge — the “No Input Challenge.” Yes, you read that correctly. This audacious endeavor involves completing Super Mario 64 without using any controller inputs whatsoever. No buttons. No joystick. Nothing.

While skeptics argue that this feat is simply impossible, Pannenkoken thrives on defying expectations. They have already started practicing by intensely staring at the game cartridge while silently willing the plumber to walk, run, and collect stars. Pannenkoken’s unwavering determination and otherworldly focus have raised eyebrows across the gaming community, leaving fans and experts alike wondering if they possess some secret connection to the virtual realm.

As the gaming world braces itself for the seemingly insurmountable “No Input Challenge,” Pannenkoken has become the living embodiment of a legend in the making. Will they emerge victorious, shattering the boundaries of gaming physics, or will they ultimately be consumed by the madness of their own ambition? Only time will tell.

In the meantime, we can only marvel at Pannenkoken’s incredible accomplishments, celebrating the human spirit’s unyielding quest for gaming glory. Rest assured, we’ll be keeping a close eye on this gaming prodigy as they continue their extraordinary journey through the annals of gaming history.

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Dunko Xyvir
Dunko Xyvir

Written by Dunko Xyvir

"I don't want to be aginger anymore." ----- Editor-in-Chief of tech e-zine 'Grames Infomer'

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