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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Tanooki Mario: The Complete Tanooki Transformat...
Discover Mario Tanuki, the transformation from the Tanooki Suit: tail attack, flight, gliding, and stone statue.
Tanooki Mario: The Complete Tanooki Transformat...
Discover Mario Tanuki, the transformation from the Tanooki Suit: tail attack, flight, gliding, and stone statue.
Boomerang Flower: Mario's Ranged Combat Power-Up
The Boomerang Flower transforms Mario into Boomerang Mario, allowing him to hit enemies from a distance in 3D games.
Boomerang Flower: Mario's Ranged Combat Power-Up
The Boomerang Flower transforms Mario into Boomerang Mario, allowing him to hit enemies from a distance in 3D games.
New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe Mini-Boss Guide
Boom Boom, Pom Pom and the other mini-bosses of New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe: strategies to beat every one of them.
New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe Mini-Boss Guide
Boom Boom, Pom Pom and the other mini-bosses of New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe: strategies to beat every one of them.
Boom Boom: the guardian of Bowser's fortresses ...
A loyal minion of Bowser since 1988, Boom Boom guards the ground fortresses and challenges Mario as a recurring mini-boss.
Boom Boom: the guardian of Bowser's fortresses ...
A loyal minion of Bowser since 1988, Boom Boom guards the ground fortresses and challenges Mario as a recurring mini-boss.
Bowser's iconic fortresses (Koopa Castles)
For over 35 years, Bowser's fortresses have been challenging Mario. Discover the evolution of the Koopa King's castles, from 1985 to Odyssey.
Bowser's iconic fortresses (Koopa Castles)
For over 35 years, Bowser's fortresses have been challenging Mario. Discover the evolution of the Koopa King's castles, from 1985 to Odyssey.
The Super Horn in Mario Kart: The Blue Shell Co...
The Super Horn is the only item in Mario Kart capable of destroying the formidable Spiny Shell. Here's how to use it.
The Super Horn in Mario Kart: The Blue Shell Co...
The Super Horn is the only item in Mario Kart capable of destroying the formidable Spiny Shell. Here's how to use it.
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.