Super Mario Blog
Characters, games, kingdoms, power-ups and collectibles: 562 articles to explore every corner of the Mushroom Kingdom.
Dive into the complete Super Mario universe
Whether you have followed Mario since the NES, have a soft spot for Luigi, a fascination with Bowser or unwavering loyalty to Yoshi, you are in the right place. This blog tells the story of the Mushroom Kingdom characters, from the headliners to the most obscure faces, breaks down the Nintendo games from Super Mario Bros. to Super Mario Bros. Wonder, and maps the kingdoms and locations of the saga, from Peach’s Castle to Isle Delfino.
You will also find everything you pick up along the way: the power-ups and items that define the series — Super Mushroom, Fire Flower, Super Star, Ice Flower, Cape Feather — and the great spin-off series: Mario Kart, the RPGs (Paper Mario, Mario & Luigi, Super Mario RPG), Luigi’s Mansion and Donkey Kong.
And because being a fan is also a matter of collecting, every feature links back to the shop: plush toys, figures, LEGO, T-shirts, costumes and home decor, with gift ideas and buying guides to help you choose.
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Yoshi Kid: the baby Yoshi the player names himself
A portrait of Yoshi Kid, the baby Yoshi of The Thousand-Year Door: his hatching, his changing color and the name chosen by the player.
Yoshi Kid: the baby Yoshi the player names himself
A portrait of Yoshi Kid, the baby Yoshi of The Thousand-Year Door: his hatching, his changing color and the name chosen by the player.
Wrinkly Kong: the grandmother who comes back to...
A portrait of Wrinkly Kong, Cranky's wife: her school for the Kongs, her save cave and her return as a ghost.
Wrinkly Kong: the grandmother who comes back to...
A portrait of Wrinkly Kong, Cranky's wife: her school for the Kongs, her save cave and her return as a ghost.
Swanky Kong: the smooth talker in the top hat
A portrait of Swanky Kong, the showman of the Kong Family: his quiz, his barrel-throwing sideshow and his cameo on the big screen.
Swanky Kong: the smooth talker in the top hat
A portrait of Swanky Kong, the showman of the Kong Family: his quiz, his barrel-throwing sideshow and his cameo on the big screen.
Kiddy Kong: the toddler who skips across the water
A portrait of Kiddy Kong, the toddler of the Kong Family: his skips across the water, his duo with Dixie and his surprising build.
Kiddy Kong: the toddler who skips across the water
A portrait of Kiddy Kong, the toddler of the Kong Family: his skips across the water, his duo with Dixie and his surprising build.
Rambi: the rhino who smashes through Donkey Kon...
A portrait of Rambi the rhino, Donkey Kong's iconic mount: his charge, his wall-smashing horn and his staying power.
Rambi: the rhino who smashes through Donkey Kon...
A portrait of Rambi the rhino, Donkey Kong's iconic mount: his charge, his wall-smashing horn and his staying power.
Baby Bowser: the tyrant in diapers of Yoshi's I...
A portrait of Baby Bowser, the final boss of Yoshi's Island: how he differs from Bowser Jr., his giant form and his guardian Kamek.
Baby Bowser: the tyrant in diapers of Yoshi's I...
A portrait of Baby Bowser, the final boss of Yoshi's Island: how he differs from Bowser Jr., his giant form and his guardian Kamek.
FAQ – About the Super Mario blog
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What does the Super Mario blog cover?
Five main families: character profiles, from the headliners to the most obscure faces; features on the games, entry by entry; guides to items and power-ups; a tour of the kingdoms and locations of the saga; and in-depth analysis of Nintendo and its spin-off series.
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How often are new articles published?
The blog grows in themed waves, at a pace of several articles per week. The most recent posts always appear at the top of this page.
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Do I need to have played the games to follow the blog?
No. Every article starts from scratch, places the character or the game in context and lists the entries it appears in. Veterans find little-known details, newcomers find a way in.
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Does the blog also cover Mario merchandise?
Yes. Features link through to the matching shop departments — plush toys, figures, LEGO, clothing, home decor — and buying guides help you choose a gift by age, budget and favourite character.
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How do I find a specific article?
The search bar at the top of this page filters all 562 articles live, from two letters onwards. Shortcuts cover the most requested topics, such as Bowser, Yoshi, Mario Kart and power-ups.