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 '''Mario in Real Time''' (more commonly known as '''MIRT''') is an interactive system developed by SimGraphics and introduced in 1991,<ref>https://twitter.com/CharlesMartinet/status/1493266234644779012?s=09</ref><ref name=Coyle>{{media link|Coyleinfo1.png}}</ref> and it has since been used by [[Nintendo]] across various promotional events. Conceived by SimGraphics CTO Mike Fusco,<ref name="SIMG"> [https://simg.com/about/ SimGraphics homepage.]</ref><ref name="GWR"> Guinness World Records (December 13, 2018). [https://youtu.be/jGego2-o3u4?t=184 Charles interviewed on GWR podcast]. ''YouTube''. Retrieved February 7, 2023.</ref> the system allows for passersby at conventions, tradeshows, and other promotional events to interact with [[Mario]], and on occasion other characters as well.
-MIRT is notable for being [[Charles Martinet]]'s first role as Mario (prior to his video game debut in ''[[Mario Teaches Typing]]''), first appearing at conventions and tradeshows, and later during events at [[Nintendo New York]] following the installation of multiple kiosks, and later a massive 23-foot-wide display.<ref name=Inpark>https://www.inparkmagazine.com/whats-in-a-mirt-mario-in-real-time-simgraphics-ushers-in-well-behaved-ai-characters-for-lbe-and-themed-attractions/</ref> In the lead-up to Martinet's retirement, the system was overhauled to be fully automated with the use of directable AI, or "AI-VActor" technology, becoming available six days a week rather than being locked to events for which Martinet was available.<ref name="AI"> [https://simg.com/case-study AI-VActor press release]</ref>
+MIRT is notable for being [[Charles Martinet]]'s first role as Mario (prior to his video game debut in ''[[Mario Teaches Typing]]''), first appearing at conventions and tradeshows, and later during events at [[Nintendo New York]] following the installation of multiple kiosks, and later a massive 23-foot-wide display.<ref name=Inpark>https://www.inparkmagazine.com/whats-in-a-mirt-mario-in-real-time-simgraphics-ushers-in-well-behaved-ai-characters-for-lbe-and-themed-attractions/</ref> In the lead-up to Martinet's retirement, the system was overhauled to be fully automated with the use of directable AI, or "AI-VActor" technology, becoming available six days a week rather than being locked to events for which Martinet was available.<ref name="AI"> [https://simg.com/case-study AI-VActor press release]</ref>{{dead link}}
 MIRT has been repeatedly used by Nintendo for promotional events throughout the years, examples including {{wp|San Diego Comic-Con}} 2012<ref>Patrick Scott Patterson (July 16, 2012). [https://youtu.be/AAjhjLuWbC8 Mario reveals his last name & other tales - San Diego Comic Con 2012]. ''YouTube''. Retrieved May 8, 2016.</ref> and the Nintendo New York ''[[Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon]]'' launch event in 2013.<ref>CubedLink (March 27, 2013). [https://youtu.be/bZnKdCtex6I Luigi's welcome at the 'Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon' Nintendo World launch]. ''YouTube''. Retrieved May 8, 2016.</ref> Despite this, following MIRT's establishment as permanent fixture of Nintendo New York and the introduction of AI-VActor technology, it has since been retired from event appearances.
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 In 1998, Coyle left to focus on other endeavors.<ref name="CoyleInterview">AndratVO (November 16, 2023). [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Tpvp8wYPc1k Stevie Coyle - Interview 2023, Mario (Mostly Unedited)]. ''YouTube''. Retrieved November 18, 2023.</ref> Soon after, Donkey Kong was removed from the system, with the Mario and Wario heads being updated to their current designs.<ref>Chris (March 18, 2019). [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FrsXkCIZsq4 Super Mario Sunshine Tour Australia Announcement 2002]. ''YouTube''. Retrieved November 18, 2023.</ref><ref>Digital Foundry (April 1, 2023). [https://youtu.be/dPB0TjR3UaY?si=GvGW5Qb3wryA0Sn-&t=4094 DF Retro - E3 2002 Time Capsule - Never-Seen-Before Showfloor Footage]. ''YouTube''. Retrieved November 18, 2023.</ref> In 2003, however, the system was overhauled, giving Mario and Wario full bodies for the first time.<ref>Replay the past (November 7, 2007). [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ihWsOcbS_E mario diss to sony at e3 and also does impressions]. ''YouTube''. Retrieved February 7, 2023.</ref><ref>TimeRazor (December 27, 2009). [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rA4u6BkHBgc Mario & Wario at Nintendo World in New York City]. ''YouTube''. Retrieved February 7, 2023.</ref><ref>Agent DoubleOOP (July 1, 2019). [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iXzTFIL6tPU Mario At The Nintendo World Store Part 2 (re-upload)]. ''YouTube''. Retrieved February 7, 2023.</ref> In addition, expressions and mouth movement became automatized, which meant face tracking equipment was no longer needed, allowing Martinet to perform from anywhere in the world.<ref>LOVE声優 (December 6, 2017). [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9ABOLF2htwE 【チャールズ・マーティネー】マリオとワリオの声優さんが一緒って知ってましたか？？]. ''YouTube''. Retrieved February 7, 2023.</ref> Mario and Wario remained as the sole characters until 2012, when Wario was removed but [[Luigi]] was added (first appearing at the aforementioned San Diego Comic-Con 2012), alongside another overhaul of the system.
-In 2021, an updated version of MIRT was introduced, utilizing AI-VActor technology, which allows for an AI duplicate of Martinet (or, rather, Mario) to fill in when he is not available.<ref name="AI"/> So far, no unique duplicate has been shown off or announced for Luigi. As of the present, MIRT has been retired from event appearances and is used exclusively for promotion at Nintendo New York, originally most commonly during Christmastime.<ref>https://twitter.com/NintendoNYC/status/935641539317063681</ref><ref>https://twitter.com/nintendonyc/status/1073952261833936896</ref> However, with AI-VActor technology, MIRT is now available six days a week.<ref name="AI"/>
+In 2021, an updated version of MIRT was introduced, utilizing AI-VActor technology, which allows for an AI duplicate of Martinet (or, rather, Mario) to fill in when he is not available.<ref name="AI"/>{{dead link}} So far, no unique duplicate has been shown off or announced for Luigi. As of the present, MIRT has been retired from event appearances and is used exclusively for promotion at Nintendo New York, originally most commonly during Christmastime.<ref>https://twitter.com/NintendoNYC/status/935641539317063681</ref><ref>https://twitter.com/nintendonyc/status/1073952261833936896</ref> However, with AI-VActor technology, MIRT is now available six days a week.<ref name="AI"/>{{dead link}}
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 MIRT is engaged through its display, which shows either Mario or Luigi in front of a background. People would interact with them through a hidden camera and microphone, though modern displays place the mic in clear view.<ref name="SIMG"/><ref>{{media link|BNewBooth2.png}}</ref> Formerly, the system required a headset rig, which transposed the actors' expressions using roller balls onto a model of the character. The system also formerly required everything to be connected together, likely caused by the limits of computing power at the time. With the first overhaul of the system around 2000, however, expressions and mouth movements became automatized, which allowed for Martinet to perform remotely.
-Under most circumstances, both characters cannot be seen at the same time. Previously, this was a technical limitation, as each character would need their own display, with a computer and headset rig,<ref name="War"/><ref name="Donk"/> though today it is purely Martinet playing both characters. Despite this, however, certain transitions between the characters do show them both onscreen, which Martinet uses as an opportunity to voice them both, going back and forth between them.<ref>Thinknoodles (December 24, 2015). [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slYuzfVucyE&t=395s Meeting Mario & Luigi LIVE At Nintendo World Store!]. ''YouTube''. Retrieved February 7, 2023.</ref> The AI-VActor model is trained on data from Martinet's more recent MIRT performances<ref name="AI"/> and can perform all the same actions he can.
+Under most circumstances, both characters cannot be seen at the same time. Previously, this was a technical limitation, as each character would need their own display, with a computer and headset rig,<ref name="War"/><ref name="Donk"/> though today it is purely Martinet playing both characters. Despite this, however, certain transitions between the characters do show them both onscreen, which Martinet uses as an opportunity to voice them both, going back and forth between them.<ref>Thinknoodles (December 24, 2015). [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=slYuzfVucyE&t=395s Meeting Mario & Luigi LIVE At Nintendo World Store!]. ''YouTube''. Retrieved February 7, 2023.</ref> The AI-VActor model is trained on data from Martinet's more recent MIRT performances<ref name="AI"/>{{dead link}} and can perform all the same actions he can.
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