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Movie Review The Super Mario Bros. Movie - A Fun Ride That Substitutes Story For Spectacle
Somewhere over the Rainbow Road
The road to Illumination's The Super Mario Bros. Movie has been a long and winding one. Originally announced in 2018 before the reveal of the much-discussed voice cast in 2021, we have long been unsure as to whether Mario's big-screen debut (ahem, of the animated kind) was going to do the venerable gaming icon...
Round Up The Reviews Are In For The Super Mario Bros. Movie, And They're All Over The Place
Mamma mia
The review embargo is up and opinions on The Super Mario Bros. Movie have popped up across the internet. While it seems that many gamers and hardened Mario fans have enjoyed the movie just fine so far, you might want to brace yourself for the consensus from the film critics. Let's not beat about the bush — it's not quite the critical...
News Don't Expect To See Future Super Mario Games On Mobile, Suggests Miyamoto
"Mobile apps will not be the primary path"
When it comes to Nintendo's mobile offerings, it's safe to say that the general consensus amongst fans is something along the lines of "yeah, good effort, but not what we're looking for". Despite this, Mario Kart Tour in particular has seen considerable success over the last few years with no signs of...
Feature What's The Best Way To Play Super Mario Bros. In 2024?
Flag poll
We originally published this article back in 2020 as part of Super Mario Bros.' 35th anniversary year covering all the ways you can play the very first Super Mario game. Check out the poll at the very end to have your say. Note. We've removed Super Mario Bros. 35 from the options as it's no longer playable. Enjoy! The next major...
News Mario Movie's Opening Box Office Predicted To Be The Biggest Of 2023 So Far
An estimated $225 million + opening
After months of trailers, posters and merchandise reveals, we are finally into the opening week of The Super Mario Bros. Movie (opening week for most, that is). While we get ourselves ready to slip on a pair of dungarees and 'iconic' boots (apparently), the predictions for the film's opening weekend box office are...
Video Super Mario Bros. Movie 'Princess Peach Training Course' Clip Released
Peach shows Mario how it's done
Ahead of the launch of the Super Mario Bros. Movie in cinemas around the globe, Illumination has uploaded a brand new clip revealing a scene from the film called 'Princess Peach Training Course'. It runs for a total of 46 seconds. If you've ever played as Peach in a Super Mario game before, this should bring back...
UK Charts Mario Keeps Nintendo In The Top Ten As Resident Evil 4 Dominates
Odyssey continues to sell well
This week's UK charts are now in and this one is once again a slightly quieter affair for Nintendo titles in the top ten, with only three Switch games making the cut. As is to be expected, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and Minecraft appear in the ten best-selling games of this week in fifth and tenth places respectively (it...
Ninterview Menko Cards And Niche Nintendo History - The Hunt For Mario's Rookie Card
A different kind of 'game card'
If you have ever read up on the history of Nintendo, you know that before it went into the video game business, the company began life by making cards and other novelties. The hanafuda and playing cards which Nintendo produced from its formation in 1889 took a back seat following the popularity of toys like the Ultra...
Round Up The First Impressions Of The Super Mario Bros. Movie Are In
Here's what cinemagoers had to say!
The Super Mario Bros. Movie has officially premiered in the US and various impressions from critics are now doing the rounds on social media. We've rounded up some of the first lot to see how the anticipated Illumination movie is being received so far. Generally speaking, it seems to have gone down pretty well...
News New Mario Movie TV Spot Is Packed Full Of Nintendo Easter Eggs
Listen for a familiar ringtone
We are just a few days away from the release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie on 5th April and with every trailer, TV spot and interview, it is increasingly feeling like we will have seen the entire movie before its premiere. That being said, the latest TV spot got our Nintendo senses tingling with the sheer number of...
Rumour Charles Martinet's Role In The Mario Movie May Have Been Revealed
It's-a-spoiler!
The Super Mario Bros. Movie is out in less than a week, and with promos and adverts in full swing, there are still a few things we don't actually know about the movie. of course, One of those is that the voice of Mario, Charles Martinet, is reportedly getting a few cameo roles in the upcoming film. But none of those have been...
News Chris Pratt Defends "The Voices" In The Mario Movie
He understands Mario has a "passionate fanbase"
Ever since it was revealed the video game voice of Mario would be swapped for Marvel superstar Chris Pratt in the upcoming Mario Movie, there have been ongoing concerns about the voice and casting. While we've already heard some of Mario's one-liners in recent trailers, Pratt has now directly...
News Yes, The Super Mario Bros. Movie Will Have A Post-Credits Scene
Sequel confirmed?
It's become common for movies to tease what's next at the end of the credits, and it seems the upcoming Mario Movie will be no different. In an interview with CBR, Mario's movie voice actor Chris Pratt mentions how Nintendo fans can look forward to a post-credits scene potentially teasing what might happen beyond the Mario...
News Uh Oh, It Looks Like The Mario Movie Blu-ray Steelbook Release Date Leaked
Mamma mia!
Update: Pre-orders for the film on DVD, Blu-ray and 4K Steelbook are now live. You can browse options right here: <related ids="147591"> Original Article: We are but one week away from the official release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie and while the marketing campaign has certainly stepped up a gear (often in weird boot-focussed...
News Seth Rogen On Voicing Donkey Kong In The Mario Movie: "It's Gonna Sound Like Me And That's It"
"I don't do voices"
There's been a lot of discussion about how Chris Pratt will sound as Mario in the upcoming Super Mario Bros. Movie, but what will Donkey Kong's voice sound like? In an interview with Comicbook.com, DK's voice actor Seth Rogen admitted he doesn't do voices and just used his regular one for Donkey Kong. There was no real back and...
Random New Mario Movie Promo Features An NBA All-Star, But Mario's Boots Are Still The MVP
Watch those ankles, Klay!
Remember back at the reveal of the final trailer for The Super Mario Bros. Movie when Shigeru Miyamoto appeared on screen to let us know that a real-life pair of Mario's boots was to be commissioned and put on display at the New York Nintendo Store? Kind of feels a bit like a dream now, huh? Well, Nintendo and Illumination...
UK Charts Super Mario Odyssey Continues To Sell Well In A Quieter Week For Nintendo
Switch takes only three spots in the top ten
The latest UK boxed charts data is here and this one paints a slightly quieter week for Nintendo amidst some tough competition. Continuing its triumphant return from last week, Super Mario Odyssey has managed to improve on its previous numbers and this time manages to land in seventh place thanks to some...
Random 1-Up Mushrooms Apparently Grow From Mario's Lifeless Corpse
It's-a the last of us
When it comes to objects found within the universe of Super Mario, it's generally best to be somewhat ignorant of their origins. Yes, we might ponder who built the numerous green pipes found within the Mushroom Kingdom and why there are so many question blocks floating about, but really - why worry? If you've found yourself...
Random Mario Movie X Lush Collaboration Will 1-Up Your Bathing
Bath Bob-omb
The Super Mario Bros. Movie advertising campaign is firing on all cylinders right now, and the latest partnership is an unlikely union between the plumber and vegan cosmetics brand Lush. Shared on Nintendo Wire (via GoNintendo), Lush is launching
Random Amazon Is Turning Delivery Boxes Into Mario Question Mark Blocks
Promotion for the upcoming movie
Nintendo and Illumination are currently ramping up the Super Mario Bros. Movie marketing campaign significantly, with the movie set to launch on April 5th, 2023. It looks like Amazon is getting in on the action too with a rather ingenious alteration to some of its delivery boxes. Yes, as spotted by the folks over at...
UK Charts Super Mario Odyssey Caps Off The Top Ten With Strong Sales
Game is part of new console bundle
The latest UK Charts data is in (after a short delay) and it showcases an impressive performance from Nintendo's premiere 3D platformer, Super Mario Odyssey, which sneaks back into the top ten after settling in at position twenty-six just two weeks ago. The game was recently released as part of a new 'MAR10 Day'...
News Super Mario World Prototype Map Has Been Discovered
Mushroom island
The Nintendo Gigaleak has delivered once again. A prototype map from Super Mario World (that was found in the Gigaleak) has been fixed, and we can see what could've been for the first time ever. MrTalida shared the world of Super Mario World hacker and researcher
UK Charts Metroid Prime Remastered Continues To Sell Well In A Week Of Mario Discounts
Having a (Morph) ball
The latest data for the UK boxed charts is finally with us after a short delay and this week sees a number of Mario titles predictably creeping up the standings after benefitting from some pre-emptive MAR10 Day sales. As expected, the Mario title to rise above the rest was Mario Kart 8 Deluxe which, with a boost from the...
News Super Mario 64's "Impossible 1-Up" Has Finally Been Grabbed Without Dying
TAS levels up
A Super Mario 64 speedrunner has managed to do the impossible and get the "Impossible 1-Up" in Cool, Cool Mountain without dying. Using a TAS (tool-assisted speedrun), Alexpalix1 — also known as PaLiX — demonstrates that it is actually possible to survive grabbing this extra life, provided you have a few hours of spare time as...
News Nintendo Highlights Classic Super Mario Games In New Switch Online Graphic
Celebrating MAR10 Day
MAR10 Day has been packed with all sorts of surprises this year from movie trailers to LEGO announcements, and if that's still not enough, you can always turn your attention to Mario's video game history. With this in mind, Nintendo has taken to social media to promote some of Mario's retro experiences - from the original
News Super Mario Run Now Allows You To Play "One Stage For Free Each Day"
A special event in tandem with the Super Mario Bros. Movie
Update [Sat 11th Mar, 2023 00:00 GMT]: Nintendo of America has now publicised this same Super Mario Run event on its own social channels. This "special event" is being promoted in tandem with the upcoming release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie. As part of this, the game is also half-price...
Feature 40 Years Of Weird And Wonderful (And Just Plain Wrong) Super Mario TV Commercials
"Clean is better than dirty"
It's MAR10 Day, the annual celebration of all things Super Mario. Nintendo itself is doing all sorts to mark the special occasion, including the introduction of a new Mario-themed Switch console bundle, a healthy dose of discounts from Mario games, and of course, a brand new trailer for the upcoming Super Mario Bros...
Random Twitter 'Like' Turns Into Super Mushroom For Super Mario Bros. Movie
Power up time
There's a cute little Easter egg on Twitter to help us get into the MAR10 spirit — if you like a tweet that uses the #SuperMarioMovie hashtag, your little heart will turn into a teeny tiny Super Mushroom. This lovely little gimmick was pointed out by @AmethystLeslie and @somekiwi5 on Twitter under our '
News Donkey Kong And Bowser Castle Will Join The LEGO Mario Universe This Summer
Dry Bowser is also joining
It's more Mario LEGO. Wahoo! What better thing to share with the world on MAR10 than more LEGO sets for Mario? We love what LEGO has created up until now, and the legendary brick company has revealed what's in store for the future of LEGO Mario. Two new characters will be joining the LEGO Mario universe this summer —...
News Nintendo's Official MAR10 Day Switch eShop Sale Is Now On (North America)
Update: Wave one is now live
Update [Fri 10th Mar, 2023 15:45 GMT]: Happy MAR10! Nintendo has kicked off its Mario game sale on the Switch eShop. Wave one features four titles, and we've listed them here for you: Game Price Mario Party Superstars $39.99 $59.99 Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze $39.99 $59.99 Yoshi’s Crafted...
Random Miyamoto Joins Mario Movie Cast For Acapella Cover Of Super Mario Bros. Theme
Happy MAR10!
MAR10 always brings with it a whole host of Mario-themed fun. And last night, the voice cast of The Super Mario Bros. Movie got together on The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon with The Roots to perform an awesome acapella rendition of the Super Mario Bros. Theme. This delightful little cover features the voice talents of the movie...
News The Super Mario Bros. Movie Plumbing Website Has Been Updated
Support chat, new testimonials & more
Update [Fri 10th Mar, 2023 01:30 GMT]: Following the reveal of the final trailer for the Super Mario Bros. movie, Illumination has updated the promotional 'Mario Bros. Plumbing' website. You can get a glimpse of Pauline, read some new testimonials, visit new areas, and access a customer support live chat...
News The Final Super Mario Bros. Movie Trailer Is An Action-Packed Thrill Ride
Rainbow Road, Tostarena, and sad spinys
And there you have it, folks — the final trailer for Illumination's Super Mario Bros. Movie has aired, and once again is packed full of references and laced with tons of action. In today's dedicated Mario Movie Nintendo Direct, Shigeru Miyamoto and CEO of Illumination Chris Meledandri introduced the very...
News Mario Movie Improves On Characters Who Didn't Have "Much Of A Personality", Says Director
"Literally every single person in this movie is great"
Ever since it was initially announced, we have all been curious as to how Nintendo and Illumination would go about bringing the world of Mario to the big screen. From The Super Mario Bros. Movie trailers that we have seen so far, it certainly seems like they have done a good job. The movie...
News Mario Strikers: Battle League Scores New Update, Here Are The Full Patch Notes
Available now
It looks like Nintendo has finished with the big character-adding updates for Mario Strikers: Battle League after Bowser Jr. and Birdo were added back in December 2022. This doesn't mean, however, that the game will now sit update-free for the rest of time, as proven by Nintendo's latest patch to remove some pesky crashes. It looks...
Random Mario Movie Plumbing Van Rolled Up To Spring's London Comic Con
Where's the leak?
Last weekend saw the first London Comic Con of the year arrive at Olympia London, bringing with it a whole host of stars and fans from the worlds of movies, TV and comics. While Nintendo is often not the biggest name at this event, this season's convention brought a certain iconic plumber twist thanks to the upcoming Mario Movie...
News LEGO Announces 'Super Mario YouTube Premiere' For MAR10 Day
Could more sets be on the way?
This Friday is MAR10 Day, the calendar event of the year where we can pretty much guarantee a healthy dose of news about everyone's favourite plumber. Nintendo has already revealed its special edition Switch bundle and final Mario Movie trailer livestream, but it looks like LEGO is going to be getting in on the...
Deals Nintendo's MAR10 Day Sale Discounts Top Mario Games By Up To 40% (US)
Deals live now ahead of the big day!
The celebrations for this year's MAR10 Day (March 10th) have gotten underway early, with plenty of fantastic deals appearing at retail in the US. If you're wanting to add some of Mario's biggest and best titles to your library, now's your chance! All of the deals found below will be available between now and...
News Europe's MAR10 Day Switch Bundle Will Not Contain 'Choose Your Own Game' Option
Locked in to Super Mario Odyssey instead
Last week we got our first proper look at Nintendo's upcoming MAR10 Day Switch bundle. As revealed for the US, this set contains a standard model Switch with red Joy-Cons, a Mario Movie sticker sheet and one game from a choice of three. Nintendo Europe has today revealed the same offer for the continent,...
News It's Official, The Mario Movie Release Date Has Been Brought Forward For The UK Too
Update: A number of EU release dates also changed
Update [Mon 6th Mar, 2023 10:00 GMT]: Last week we learned that The Super Mario Bros. Movie would be brought forward in the US and other territories by two days to a new release date of 5th April. Initially excluded from this change, we now know that the UK will be joining suit and will be showing...
News Mario Movie Directors Explain Their Take On Princess Peach
Playtime is over
We are gradually nearing the release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie and we are increasingly learning more about what to expect from this fresh take on the classic video game characters. One of the film's most drastic changes appears to have come in the shape of Princess Peach. Formally the helpless damsel in distress of the early...
News Mario + Rabbids Sparks Of Hope Lands Free Switch Demo, Out Today
BWAAAH!
Just when you thought that Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope had faded into the category of 'forgotten games', two pieces of news come along to bring it back into significance. Today kicked off with the release of the game's first wave of DLC 'Tower of Doooom', and the team at Ubisoft are keeping the news ball rolling as it revealed that a...
News Mario + Rabbids Sparks Of Hope Updated With Spooky 'Tower Of Doooom' DLC
A Season Pass exclusive
The award-winning title Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope today receives its very first DLC offering, officially titled the 'Tower of Doooom'. As part of this Ubisoft and Nintendo have now rolled out a new update for the game. The patch notes at the moment are only available in Japanese. Below is a rough translation (via...
Gallery Get A Closer Look At The Jakks Pacific Mario Movie Toys
You ok Peach??
We are rapidly nearing the release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie and the marketing campaign is in full swing. While we wait for the premier of the final trailer on 9th March, there is a whole lot more merch out there for us to get our hands on. Perhaps the most anticipated of these was the collection of toys and figures from Jakks...
News Mario + Rabbids Sparks Of Hope 'Tower Of Doooom' DLC Will Spook Next Week
Exclusive to the Season Pass
Ubisoft has finally revealed when the first expansion for hit strategy game Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope releases. The Tower of Doooom, which is exclusive to Season Pass owners, will be dropping on 2nd March. Getting just a short teaser on Twitter, we know very little about the upcoming update. Ubisoft has previously...
Rumour New Switch Bundle Featuring Mario Movie Bonus Supposedly Launching "Soon"
A release could line up with MAR10 Day
Update [Fri 24th Feb, 2023 02:30 GMT]: It seems there may be a minor update about this "new" bundle. According to the Nintendo deal Twitter account Nintend'Alerts, the bundle is new packaging with stickers. Be on the lookout for more details. Original article [Wed 22nd Feb, 2023 01:45 GMT]: If you're...
Mario movie game when?
Nintendo has just opened its Mario-themed Super Nintendo World park in Hollywood and soon Super Mario will be getting his very own big-screen animation – so when can we expect to see the next major video game entry? In a recent interview with IGN, Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto mentioned how although Nintendo hasn't got...
Guide Super Nintendo World: Is It Worth It? Survival Tips, Budget Advice, How To 'Play' The Park
Get the most from your visit to Hollywood, CA
Super Nintendo World in Hollywood, California is open to the public, and we've been exploring the park to uncover its secrets. Today, Alan will be your guide as he proffers essential tips for making the most your visit, including basic info concerning entry and queue times and the like, plus exactly how...
News Miyamoto: "Other IPs" Like Splatoon Were Considered For Super Nintendo World
But it was "easier" to focus on Mario
Before Super Nintendo World decided on its Mario theme, there was apparently some discussion within the Japanese video game giant and Universal Studios about "other" Nintendo-themed IP being incorporated into the park. Speaking to Polygon, Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto mentioned how Splatoon was one of the series...
News Super Mario Bros. Movie Runtime Seemingly Revealed
Get set for 92 minutes of action
The Super Mario Bros. Movie is just around the corner, so it's no surprise more details about this anticipated Illumination animation are surfacing each day. The latest morsel of information comes from the Irish Film Classification office. According to the website, Mario's movie will run for 1 hour and 32 minutes...
