All articles tagged with #mario
Originally Published 19 days ago — by Kotaku
A viral fan video humorously parodies modern AAA Mario games by showcasing a gritty, dark version with over-the-top voiceovers that mock the typical hand-holding and dialogue in big-budget titles, highlighting frustrations with contemporary gaming design choices.
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Nintendo
Nintendo and Macy's announced a new Mario balloon will debut in the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, celebrating the 40th anniversary of Super Mario Bros., featuring a 51-foot-tall balloon of Mario in a flying pose, marking a historic milestone for the beloved character.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by The Verge
Nintendo revealed a new trailer for the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie, a sequel to The Super Mario Bros Movie, featuring Mario in space-themed adventures, set to release in April as part of Mario’s 40th anniversary celebration, with returning voice actors including Chris Pratt and Jack Black.
Originally Published 4 months ago — by Nintendo Life
Nintendo has released a series of stop motion shorts featuring Mario and friends as part of the 'My Mario' product line, available on YouTube, alongside new toys and an interactive app, in celebration of Mario's 40th anniversary.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by My Nintendo News
A Reddit user suspects they've found the official X (Twitter) account for Mario's 40th anniversary, registered in July 2020, similar to the 35th anniversary account. The Gamer suggests it could be legitimate, but confirmation is awaited as the anniversary approaches in September.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by IGN
Nintendo announced a new kid-friendly claymation Mario show on YouTube and launched the 'My Mario' product line, including toys, books, and interactive apps, with plans for an international release in 2026, coinciding with the 40th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. and the upcoming Super Mario Movie in 2026.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by AV Club
Nintendo publicly reaffirmed that Mario and Princess Peach are just friends, despite widespread fan speculation and fan-fiction suggesting a romantic relationship, highlighting the company's cautious approach to character backstories and relationships.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by GameSpot
Nintendo has publicly emphasized that Mario and Princess Peach are just 'good friends,' despite longstanding hints and moments suggesting a romantic connection, leading to social media speculation about their relationship status.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by E! Online
Nintendo clarified that Princess Peach and Mario are just good friends, not romantically involved, despite longstanding fan speculation. The article also shares surprising facts about various animated characters, including Hello Kitty being a girl, Goofy being a canine, Squidward being an octopus, and others, highlighting the interesting backstories and misconceptions behind popular characters.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by GAMINGbible
Nintendo officially confirmed that Mario and Princess Peach are just 'good friends,' ending decades of speculation about their romantic relationship, which has sparked online reactions and discussions about character dynamics.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by GoNintendo
Nintendo maintains that Mario and Princess Peach are just 'good friends' and not romantically involved, despite fan speculation and their close interactions in games.
Originally Published 5 months ago — by Nintendo Life
Nintendo officially states that Mario and Peach are just 'good friends,' despite fan speculation and their interactions in games, highlighting the ongoing ambiguity and playful nature of their relationship in popular culture.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by IGN
Nintendo is offering rare discounts on popular Mario games like Super Mario Odyssey and Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury during their summer sale, providing a great opportunity for new and returning players to enjoy these titles on the Switch. Additionally, Steam's summer sale is also live, offering discounts on PC games.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Eurogamer
Samantha Kelly, who voiced Princess Peach and Toad for 18 years, has been replaced without prior notice by Nintendo, similar to the recent recasting of Mario's voice actor Charles Martinet. Kelly expressed her sadness at the sudden change, which was only communicated after the release of Mario Kart World, and her future in the role remains unclear.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Video Games Chronicle
Acquire, the developer of Mario & Luigi: Brothership, initially proposed a more rugged, edgier design for Mario, but Nintendo advised against it to maintain the recognizable art style of the Mario & Luigi series. After discussions, Acquire aligned with Nintendo's vision, focusing on a unique 3D visual style that combines solid outlines and pixel animations, ultimately leading to a successful game that retains the series' spirit.