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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 aforementionedly 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 Martinet was available ~~for~~.<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 aforementionedly 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 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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 '''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 aforementionedly 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 Martinet was available for.<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 aforementionedly 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 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.