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Mario’s Creator Doesn’t Want To Talk Wii 2
I’m ready to talk Wii 2. You’re ready. But Shigeru Miyamoto? So not ready. “Don’t ask!” the Mario creator told Edge. “Even when the Wii launched we were developing new hardware, work on 3DS had already started. It’s a matter of when we announce it.” In the past Nintendo has said that it is always…
By Brian Ashcraft Published April 22, 2011 -
Dancing Fingers And Super Mario
Dancer Hokuto “Hok” Konishi isn’t usually on crutches, but he tore part of his achilles and paroneal tendon while practicing. Bummed, he tried to figure out how he could dance with what working resources he still had – his arms, hands and fingers. And nothing quite says “upbeat” like Mario music.
By Brian Ashcraft Published April 22, 2011 -
Proposing In A Super Mario Living Room
Silvas’ girlfriend, April, is a huge Super Mario fan. So when it was time to propose, he did it in style – Super Mario style. The living room was covered in Mario, complete with a Question Box, Mario music and fireworks. Previous game-themed proposals include Super Smash Bros. Brawl, Little Big Planet, Pokémon, among many,…
By Brian Ashcraft Published April 22, 2011 -
Super Mario 3DS Headed For E3, Out This Year & A Mix Of Two Great Mario Games
The first real Mario game for Nintendo’s new 3DS will indeed be out this year, according to creator Shigeru Miyamoto. And it looks like we’ll get our hands on the game simple known as Super Mario at E3 in June. But wait… there’s more! Miyamoto tells Edge that Super Mario 3DS will “a combination of…
By Michael McWhertor Published April 21, 2011 -
Sonic And Mario Heading To London Olympics
That is, according to “leaked” press release on a Czech website. The inevitable sequels to Mario and Sonic’s last Olympic outing takes the two to the London Olympics via the Wii and the 3DS. Previous Mario and Sonic outings took them to the Beijing and Vancouver Olympics. Apparently, new sports such as soccer and (horseback?)…
By Brian Ashcraft Published April 21, 2011 -
Posters From The Great Mushroom Kingdom War
This killer set of WW2 / Mario Bros. propaganda posters by Fernando Reza is now up for sale. You can buy the 11″ x 17″ hand signed pieces as a group (cheaper) or individually HERE. Each is a limited edition of 100. Each Poster: Victory! | The Enemy! | Power Ups! | The Boos! MARIO…
By Michael McWhertor Published April 18, 2011 -
It’s Best If You Don’t See What Happens To Mario When He Falls To His Death
When Mario falls down a hole in the countryside, you die, without ever seeing what actually happened to him, or why it constitutes death. Know why you’re never shown? Because you don’t need to see those horrors, that’s why (via it8bit). The Pit by Ryan Coleman
By Luke Plunkett Published April 8, 2011 -
A Chubby Mario Of More Accurate 8-Bit Proportions
The super hefty plumber Mario leaps into action thanks to Mike Mitchell’s cleaned up illustration from back in the day. Related Rampages: I Am Not a Sith | Sasquatch | NOFATCHX (More) Fat Mario by Mike Mitchell (deviantART) (Store) (Tumblr) (Twitter) Via: sirmitchell Need your daily fill of geek eye candy? If so, head over…
By Michael McWhertor Published April 5, 2011 -
What’s Gabe Newell’s Favorite Video Game?
Gabe Newell, who Forbes said is a name you should know, is best known as one of the founders of Valve. Valve, of course, is famous for games like sci-fi shooter Half-Life and multiplayer shooter Team Fortress. Valve makes great games! Ever wonder what Newell’s favorite games are? Well, his number one favorite title of…
By Brian Ashcraft Published April 5, 2011 -
CultureIs This The Greatest Super Mario Bros. Playthrough Ever?
It may not be the speediest of speed runs. It may not dazzle with its exploitation of glitches. But this Super Mario Bros. speed run is notable because the player is also simultaneously beating Super Mario Bros. 2, Super Mario Bros. 3 and Super Mario Bros. The Lost Levels. This is the work of Japanese…
By Michael McWhertor Published April 4, 2011 -
It’s Mirror’s Edge Meets Mario
If you’ve ever wanted to practice jumping off walls and swinging from poles, there’s the place for you: the street. But if you’d like to do it in a relatively controlled (and safe?) environment, try Tempest Freerunning Academy. It purports to be California’s first indoor facility dedicated to freerunning and parkour. And it’s got blocks…
By Brian Ashcraft Published April 1, 2011 -
Nintendo Getting New Digs To Make Games
Starting January 1, 2012, groundbreaking will commence on a new Nintendo R&D center in Kyoto. Nintendo is pouring over USD$15 million into the new facility that will house over 1,500 employees. The site is adjacent to Nintendo’s current headquarters (pictured) and previously housed a golf center, which Nintendo had bulldozed in 2008. The goal is…
By Brian Ashcraft Published March 30, 2011 -
Make Your Own Super Mario-style Coin Block That Shoots Out Coins When You Punch It
I don’t think I’ve ever wanted to do a DIY project more than this one. It’s a real life coin block lifted straight from Super Mario. So when you punch the bottom of the box, like Mario so often did, coins shoot out of the top (it even makes that classic sound!). The project is…
By Casey Chan Published March 23, 2011 -
ALL GLORY TO THE HYPNOTOAD
You can grab this shirt for $10 from Ript. See here for reference.
By Luke Plunkett Published March 22, 2011 -
Mario, From A Goomba’s-Eye View
The little “Jumpman” Mario looks awesome in this fan art piece by Jeffrey Cruz. Breakin’ blocks, stomping heads and taking names! Related Rampage: Enter the Mushroom Kingdom (More) Jump Jump JUMP by Jeffrey Cruz / lastscionz (deviantART) Need your daily fill of geek eye candy? If so, head over to Justin Page’s Rampaged Reality and…
By Michael McWhertor Published March 21, 2011 -
College Cosplay Tradition Banned
Year after year, new graduates of prestigious Kyoto University eschew the traditional suit or kimono in favor of their school’s own custom: showing up at graduation in cosplay. Whether it be game, anime, manga characters or just simply wearing silly outfits, the tradition is very much part of Kyoto University lore. This year, that tradition…
By Brian Ashcraft Published March 21, 2011 -
Chargin’ Chuck Never Gets Picked For Mario Sports Games
How come the one Mario villain that comes with his own sports equipment never makes it into the Mario sports titles? According to the latest Dorkly video game short, it’s because Chargin’ Chuck is a giant asshole. Chargin’ Chucks were sports-themed enemies that made their debut in Super Mario World, where they plagued our hero…
By Mike Fahey Published March 15, 2011