The Secret Origin of Nintendo’s Mario

Of all the video game mascots, Mario is arguably the most well-known. His origin story is an endearing tale of Nintendo's ...
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Mario at 40: The GOAT of Gaming Mascots Who Changed Pop Culture Forever

Who is the GOAT of gaming mascots? It’s-a me, Mario! This lovable, ground-pounding, mustachioed plumber has been stomping Goombas, saving princesses, and proving that you don’t need a six-pack or a ...

5 Video Game Mascots That Never Made It Big

Video game mascots are huge in marketing, but not every franchise has a Mario or Sonic. Some mascots tried, but never made it ...
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After 44 years as second banana, Donkey Kong Bananza makes Nintendo's first star a mascot to rival Mario and Link in the Switch 2 era

Nintendo is arguably better at reinvention than any other publisher in the game industry. What other company has managed to take a character like Mario, who debuted all the way back in 1981, and keep ...