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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O'Chunks: Count Bleck's Loyal Colossus
Portrait of O'Chunks (Mc Astagne), the Scottish colossus loyal to Count Bleck: past as a general, four boss fights, sacrifice and redemption.
O'Chunks: Count Bleck's Loyal Colossus
Portrait of O'Chunks (Mc Astagne), the Scottish colossus loyal to Count Bleck: past as a general, four boss fights, sacrifice and redemption.
Beldam: The Real Brains of the Shadow Sirens
Marjolaine, leader of the Obscure Trio: an ancient ice witch and the true mastermind manipulating the Megacruxes to resurrect the Queen of Darkness.
Beldam: The Real Brains of the Shadow Sirens
Marjolaine, leader of the Obscure Trio: an ancient ice witch and the true mastermind manipulating the Megacruxes to resurrect the Queen of Darkness.
Grand Star: The Cosmic Treasure Stolen by Bowser
A giant version of the Power Star, the Grand Star powers the Comet Observatory and serves as a treasure that Bowser steals for his empire.
Grand Star: The Cosmic Treasure Stolen by Bowser
A giant version of the Power Star, the Grand Star powers the Comet Observatory and serves as a treasure that Bowser steals for his empire.
Enemies Turned Allies: When Villains Join Mario
Donkey Kong, Bowser, Wario, Birdo, Vivian: Five of Mario's former enemies who switched sides, and the reasons for their big change of heart.
Enemies Turned Allies: When Villains Join Mario
Donkey Kong, Bowser, Wario, Birdo, Vivian: Five of Mario's former enemies who switched sides, and the reasons for their big change of heart.
Mario's Mounts: The Creatures He Rides
A census of the living creatures Mario rides: Yoshi, Dorrie, Plessie, Lakitu's Cloud and Poochy, their powers and how to control them.
Mario's Mounts: The Creatures He Rides
A census of the living creatures Mario rides: Yoshi, Dorrie, Plessie, Lakitu's Cloud and Poochy, their powers and how to control them.
WarioWare: Nintendo's Microgame Mania
WarioWare: Wario's three-second microgames, a dozen games, a console gadget, and a bunch of zany friends.
WarioWare: Nintendo's Microgame Mania
WarioWare: Wario's three-second microgames, a dozen games, a console gadget, and a bunch of zany friends.
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.