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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Peach, Pauline, Daisy: Mario's Female Characters
From Pauline to Peach to Daisy, Mario's heroines have evolved from damsels in distress to playable characters and leaders.
Peach, Pauline, Daisy: Mario's Female Characters
From Pauline to Peach to Daisy, Mario's heroines have evolved from damsels in distress to playable characters and leaders.
Diddy Kong: Donkey Kong's agile and fearless co...
Diddy Kong, Donkey Kong's agile companion, first appeared in 1994 in Donkey Kong Country. Created by Rare, he quickly became a hero in his own right.
Diddy Kong: Donkey Kong's agile and fearless co...
Diddy Kong, Donkey Kong's agile companion, first appeared in 1994 in Donkey Kong Country. Created by Rare, he quickly became a hero in his own right.
Mario's jump physics redefined platforming
As early as 1985, Super Mario Bros.' jump established a new grammar for platformers, sensitive to speed and control.
Mario's jump physics redefined platforming
As early as 1985, Super Mario Bros.' jump established a new grammar for platformers, sensitive to speed and control.
Super Nintendo World: The Immersive Theme Park ...
Super Nintendo World, the Mario-themed park: immersion in the Mushroom Kingdom, augmented reality attractions, and Universal partnership.
Super Nintendo World: The Immersive Theme Park ...
Super Nintendo World, the Mario-themed park: immersion in the Mushroom Kingdom, augmented reality attractions, and Universal partnership.
Cancelled or Never Released Mario Games: What D...
Many Mario games have been canceled or never released: from CD-i to Super Mario 128, discover these phantom titles and what we know about them.
Cancelled or Never Released Mario Games: What D...
Many Mario games have been canceled or never released: from CD-i to Super Mario 128, discover these phantom titles and what we know about them.
Why is Mario called Mario? Origin of the hero's...
Why is Mario called Mario? The name comes from Mario Segale, owner of the warehouse rented by Nintendo of America in the 1980s.
Why is Mario called Mario? Origin of the hero's...
Why is Mario called Mario? The name comes from Mario Segale, owner of the warehouse rented by Nintendo of America in the 1980s.
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.