Hello y'all. I'm writing an essay highlighting the differences between speedrunning SM64 on a N64 and VC. I'd like to ask yall... how do y'all feel about the differences of the two? Which one do you speedrun on and why? What do the "pros" think about either version? Ultimately, i'd like to know why the community is torn apart into these two preferences. Any opinion, preference, and viewpoint is welcomed! Don't feel restricted to those questions, I just want to know, what do y'all feel about the two versions and why you speedrun on the one you speedrun on?

Thank you!

Hello everyone, I am currently in the process of typing an essay highlighting the differences of the two versions of the game and how each affects speed running it. If you know any differences between the two, please do share, i'd really appreciate the help. Also I do need clarification on something, is the N64 version of the game played with an actual N64 console? also, If it is, is the regular N64 controller the preferred controller to speedrun this version? Is the controller modded to accommodate to speed running? or do professional speedrunners use anther type of controller?

Thank you!