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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P Switch: the blue button that flips the world
The story of the P Switch, the blue button that swaps bricks and coins for ten seconds, from Super Mario Bros. 3 to Super Mario Maker.
P Switch: the blue button that flips the world
The story of the P Switch, the blue button that swaps bricks and coins for ten seconds, from Super Mario Bros. 3 to Super Mario Maker.
Golden Mushroom: Mario Kart's comeback weapon
The Golden Mushroom, the only reusable mushroom in Mario Kart: born on the N64, its rapid-fire boosts and its role as an all-terrain comeback weapon.
Golden Mushroom: Mario Kart's comeback weapon
The Golden Mushroom, the only reusable mushroom in Mario Kart: born on the N64, its rapid-fire boosts and its role as an all-terrain comeback weapon.
Amp: the electric ball that spins forever
The invincible electric ball that circles endlessly in Mario: a name taken from the ampere, its Spark heritage, from grey to black, and the one way to beat it.
Amp: the electric ball that spins forever
The invincible electric ball that circles endlessly in Mario: a name taken from the ampere, its Spark heritage, from grey to black, and the one way to beat it.
Bianco Hills: windmills, Piantas and Petey Piranha
Windmill countryside, a Pianta village and two showdowns against Petey Piranha: everything about Bianco Hills, the first area of Super Mario Sunshine.
Bianco Hills: windmills, Piantas and Petey Piranha
Windmill countryside, a Pianta village and two showdowns against Petey Piranha: everything about Bianco Hills, the first area of Super Mario Sunshine.
Lake Kingdom: haute couture under a glass dome
A haute couture kingdom under a glass dome, the Lake Kingdom is home to Dorrie, the Lochlady Dress and the Broodal Rango in Super Mario Odyssey.
Lake Kingdom: haute couture under a glass dome
A haute couture kingdom under a glass dome, the Lake Kingdom is home to Dorrie, the Lochlady Dress and the Broodal Rango in Super Mario Odyssey.
Mario Strikers Battle League: football with no ...
Released on 10 June 2022 on Switch, the third Strikers reinvents arcade football: 5-a-side with no referee, tackles, Hyper Strikes and gear.
Mario Strikers Battle League: football with no ...
Released on 10 June 2022 on Switch, the third Strikers reinvents arcade football: 5-a-side with no referee, tackles, Hyper Strikes and gear.
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.