So, when looking at many runs on emulator the loading times when you first press start seem to be about instant, however on console, it takes a couple of seconds (my estimate is around 2 but I haven't timed it for sure) for it to load the game. So, for this reason, both are different subcategories. Mainly because if I didn't make this change, some runs (example: 3:32 for 9 phases) would be completely impossible on console (nevermind, thank you N1 lmao). Thanks to N1 for telling me it's faster on emulation, I have tested Wii U virtual console, DS, and the Gameboy Player, they seem to be the same loading time as an original GBA. I haven't tested 3DS virtual console because I didn't get a 3DS that early, but if anyone can tell me if it's the same please do so in the replies. Thanks for reading, and happy speedrunning!

EDIT: I have found out the loading time between phases might be around .1 seconds slower on console, this could be human artifact so if anyone would like to retime anything please do so, thanks! :D

EDIT 2: noticed I typed remind I hate autocorrect

EDIT 3: ILs have emulator and console subcategories disabled considering the timing method used for that. Enjoy running!

EDIT 4: I typed edit 4 instead of 3 above lol brah

Reason why emulator and console are different subcategories

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Mario Bros. (Arcade)

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