Black Bars vs. Stretched Game Screen: What’s Your Preference?

Someone on Discord, Tempest, raised an interesting question.

As my answer indicates, the Mandela Edition isn’t an official remake or a pure sequel due to limitations like this. It’s essential to remember that the Mandela Edition is more of a fan release than a mainstream endeavor. That kind of limitation is the primary reason I persisted in creating my own engine for years, despite the roller coaster of challenges.

So, guys, what’s your take on the subject? Do you prefer the native screen ratio with sidebars, or do you lean towards stretched mode, filling the entire screen surface? Share your opinions!