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.

Worth exploring

Ninji noir aux yeux blancs, bondissant dans un décor doré

Ninji: The Dream Ninja Dancing in Wonder

The Ninji, the star-studded ninja first seen in Super Mario Bros. 2, makes a spectacular return in Super Mario Bros. Wonder's musical level.

Ninji: The Dream Ninja Dancing in Wonder

The Ninji, the star-studded ninja first seen in Super Mario Bros. 2, makes a spectacular return in Super Mario Bros. Wonder's musical level.

Bloc POW noir et rouge, le mot POW gravé en relief sur sa face

POW Block: The earthquake that sweeps away all ...

Born in the arcade game Mario Bros. (1983), the POW Block causes an earthquake that sweeps the screen and becomes a playable item in Super Smash Bros.

POW Block: The earthquake that sweeps away all ...

Born in the arcade game Mario Bros. (1983), the POW Block causes an earthquake that sweeps the screen and becomes a playable item in Super Smash Bros.

Tour dressée sur la surface grise de la Lune, sous un ciel étoilé

Moon Kingdom: Mario Odyssey's Final Destination

Super Mario Odyssey's 14th and final kingdom: its low gravity, the Lunar Caverns, Bowser's forced marriage, and the opening of the Mushroom Kingdom.

Moon Kingdom: Mario Odyssey's Final Destination

Super Mario Odyssey's 14th and final kingdom: its low gravity, the Lunar Caverns, Bowser's forced marriage, and the opening of the Mushroom Kingdom.

Champignon blanc translucide au visage de Boo, yeux mi-clos et large sourire

Ghost Mushroom: the spectral power of Galaxy

All about the Ghost Mushroom in Super Mario Galaxy: Ghost Mario flies, becomes invisible, passes through grates, but fears light.

Ghost Mushroom: the spectral power of Galaxy

All about the Ghost Mushroom in Super Mario Galaxy: Ghost Mario flies, becomes invisible, passes through grates, but fears light.

Visuel Rio 2016 de Mario & Sonic aux Jeux Olympiques, avec les deux casts réunis

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games: The Officia...

Born from the first official Mario × Sonic Olympic-licensed alliance, the series comprises 6 games (2007-2019) across five Nintendo consoles.

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games: The Officia...

Born from the first official Mario × Sonic Olympic-licensed alliance, the series comprises 6 games (2007-2019) across five Nintendo consoles.

Écran rétro et sombre de Super Mario Bros. 3, hérissé de blocs

Dark Land: Bowser's stronghold in Super Mario 3

Dark Land is World 8 of Super Mario Bros. 3: Bowser's volcanic kingdom, home to his castle and the final showdown.

Dark Land: Bowser's stronghold in Super Mario 3

Dark Land is World 8 of Super Mario Bros. 3: Bowser's volcanic kingdom, home to his castle and the final showdown.

FAQ – About the Super Mario blog

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.