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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Snifit: the masked Shy Guy that spits projectiles
The Snifit, a Shy Guy subspecies with a cannon mask, fires projectiles and commands the Shy Guys, from Super Mario Bros. 2 to Paper Mario.
Snifit: the masked Shy Guy that spits projectiles
The Snifit, a Shy Guy subspecies with a cannon mask, fires projectiles and commands the Shy Guys, from Super Mario Bros. 2 to Paper Mario.
Cataquack: the beaked bouncer of Isle Delfino
A portrait of the Cataquack, the big-beaked creature of Delfino that catapults Mario: harmless blue, dangerous red, and a star of Mario Kart World.
Cataquack: the beaked bouncer of Isle Delfino
A portrait of the Cataquack, the big-beaked creature of Delfino that catapults Mario: harmless blue, dangerous red, and a star of Mario Kart World.
Poison Mushroom: the fake power-up that traps you
The story of the Poison Mushroom, Mario's anti-Super Mushroom: Japanese origin, skull-shaped design and star of the troll levels in Mario Maker.
Poison Mushroom: the fake power-up that traps you
The story of the Poison Mushroom, Mario's anti-Super Mushroom: Japanese origin, skull-shaped design and star of the troll levels in Mario Maker.
Goomba's Shoe: the cult boot from a single level
The green wind-up boot from Super Mario Bros. 3, appearing only in World 5-3: the origin of the Kuribo name and its cult object status among fans.
Goomba's Shoe: the cult boot from a single level
The green wind-up boot from Super Mario Bros. 3, appearing only in World 5-3: the origin of the Kuribo name and its cult object status among fans.
Rock Mushroom: Mario rolls as a boulder
Everything about the Rock Mushroom in Super Mario Galaxy 2: Rock Mario, Wii Remote controls, the Boulder Bowl Galaxy and a raw deep-cut power-up.
Rock Mushroom: Mario rolls as a boulder
Everything about the Rock Mushroom in Super Mario Galaxy 2: Rock Mario, Wii Remote controls, the Boulder Bowl Galaxy and a raw deep-cut power-up.
Super Mario Bros. Super Show: Mario lands on TV...
The 1989 series that made Mario a TV star: DiC production, live-action skits with Lou Albano, “Do the Mario” and its long run in France.
Super Mario Bros. Super Show: Mario lands on TV...
The 1989 series that made Mario a TV star: DiC production, live-action skits with Lou Albano, “Do the Mario” and its long run in France.
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.