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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Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury
Full details of Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury on Switch: 4-player co-op, Lake Lapcat open world, and Bowser's Fury.
Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury
Full details of Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury on Switch: 4-player co-op, Lake Lapcat open world, and Bowser's Fury.
Blue Spiny Shell: the iconic weapon of Mario Kart
The blue spiny shell in Mario Kart: origins on Mario Kart 64, how it works, evolutions, and how to avoid it with the Super Horn.
Blue Spiny Shell: the iconic weapon of Mario Kart
The blue spiny shell in Mario Kart: origins on Mario Kart 64, how it works, evolutions, and how to avoid it with the Super Horn.
1-Up Mushroom: Mario's extra life
Discover Mario's 1-Up Mushroom: origins in 1985, color evolution, 1996 manga myth, and extra life.
1-Up Mushroom: Mario's extra life
Discover Mario's 1-Up Mushroom: origins in 1985, color evolution, 1996 manga myth, and extra life.
The Yoshi Game Saga: From Island to Wool
Discover the Yoshi games saga: from Yoshi's Island (1995) to Mysterious Book, egg gameplay, wool and cardboard styles, all installments.
The Yoshi Game Saga: From Island to Wool
Discover the Yoshi games saga: from Yoshi's Island (1995) to Mysterious Book, egg gameplay, wool and cardboard styles, all installments.
Mario Tennis: The Tennis Saga by Camelot
Complete guide to the Mario Tennis series, from 1995 to Mario Tennis Aces: consoles, special shots, adventure mode, and roster.
Mario Tennis: The Tennis Saga by Camelot
Complete guide to the Mario Tennis series, from 1995 to Mario Tennis Aces: consoles, special shots, adventure mode, and roster.
Mallow: Super Mario RPG's Cloud Prince
Mallow, the lost prince of the Nimbus kingdom and Mario's first companion in Super Mario RPG: origins, weather spells and the 2023 Switch remake.
Mallow: Super Mario RPG's Cloud Prince
Mallow, the lost prince of the Nimbus kingdom and Mario's first companion in Super Mario RPG: origins, weather spells and the 2023 Switch remake.
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.