Blowin' in the wind (Video game version)

How many pipes can a plumber go down
Before he can save his princess?
How many rings must a blue hedgehog collect
Before he frees critters from distress?
Yes, and how many treasures must the Hyrule hero find?
Before his quest is a success?

The answer, my friend, is how the play the game
The answer is how you play the game

Yes, and how many bullets fly from Lara Croft's guns
Before she proves women are strong too?
Yes, and how many sims can hang out and have fun
Before sweet romance becomes true?
Yes, and how many platforms must Megaman hop on to
Since he is so awesome in blue?

The answer, my friend, is how the play the game
The answer is how you play the game

Yes, and how many fruits can Pacman swallow
Before he's hungry again?
Yes, and how many times can Rayman throw his fists
Before the lum count reaches 10?
Yes, and how many battles will your Pokémon win?
Will you know where and when?

The answer, my friend, is how the play the game
The answer is how you play the game