Just my 2 cents, but it seems like having the actual super scope would actually be a disadvantage. Since that's how the game was intended to be played however, I am curious as to why there's only one category. I understand things are different and harder today with aging hardware and CRTs going extinct etc. But still, just curious is all :) thank you!

Partly a lack of runners of the game but with recent WR strats I'm not sure that it makes a difference since you're spamming the fire button, at least on Falcon runs. I do plan on eventually setting up something on real hardware when I have more space for things to compare, but I also just need more info from real hardware to compare with. This can always change in the future but I know I would like to see some sort of good comparison of console vs. emulator before splitting them, personally. Always welcome for info and opinions, too.

I actually remember it being much easier to play with a super scope than with a mouse. I find the biomechanics of aiming the actual object to be faster and more precise than approximating the motion with a cursor. Spamming fire is also easier with a super scope. Easier to hold it in place without losing your aim.