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Stratford becomes Mario Land next month

Stratford becomes Mario Land next month

London’s Westfield Stratford centre will be transformed into Mario Land in February.

Dominic Sacco
by Dominic Sacco
on Jan 30th 2012 at 1:36PM in News
Mario gets his groove on in Just Dance 3

Mario gets his groove on in Just Dance 3

Gaming's foremost man of plumbing makes his debut today in one of the Wii's most successful franchises.

James Batchelor
by James Batchelor
on Dec 14th 2011 at 9:45AM in News
Rayman creator admits he doesn't like Mario games

Rayman creator admits he doesn't like Mario games

Michel Ancel, the creator of the popular Rayman series, has made the surprise admission that he doesn’t like Mario platformers.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Dec 6th 2011 at 10:51AM in News
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What's Out Today? w/e November 18th, 2011

What's Out Today? w/e November 18th, 2011

Ancient swords, muscle cars, magic LEGO, Olympian hedgehogs, Racoon-suited plumbers and 5ft purple dildo bats – there's something for everyone.

James Batchelor
by James Batchelor
on Nov 18th 2011 at 10:26AM in News
Brand Map: Super Mario Bros

Brand Map: Super Mario Bros

This week we look at playing habits for one of the biggest game franchises of all time. 

Dominic Sacco
by Dominic Sacco
on Nov 3rd 2011 at 3:00PM in News
3DS hits 6.68m units sold

3DS hits 6.68m units sold

As of the end of last month, Nintendo has sold 6.68m 3DS consoles.

Christopher Dring
by Christopher Dring
on Oct 27th 2011 at 10:42AM in News

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Now you can live in Super Mario World

Now you can live in Super Mario World

Supernice.co.uk has revealed a fantastic way to transform any child’s (or, to be fair, adult’s) room into a level right out of Super Mario Bros.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Aug 31st 2011 at 9:43AM in News
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Brand Map: Mario Kart

Brand Map: Mario Kart

This week we’re going to look at Mario Kart using the GameVision Brand Map you can buy direct from MCV online.

Dominic Sacco
by Dominic Sacco
on Aug 25th 2011 at 3:54PM in News
Zelda, Mario Kart, Mario 3DS dated

Zelda, Mario Kart, Mario 3DS dated

GAMESCOM: Nintendo has dated a number of potentially blockbuster games as part of its Gamescom press avalanche.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Aug 17th 2011 at 10:39AM in News

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Can Mario and a price cut rescue the 3DS?

Can Mario and a price cut rescue the 3DS?

Analysts and retailers say yes, but questions remain over the future of traditional handheld gaming. Christopher Dring reports on the effect the price cut and new games could have.

Christopher Dring
by Christopher Dring
on Aug 5th 2011 at 11:18AM in News
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AR character cards bundled with 3DS

AR character cards bundled with 3DS

The 3DS will come bundled with six augmented reality cards based on popular Nintendo characters at launch.

James Batchelor
by James Batchelor
on Feb 18th 2011 at 10:19AM in News
Super Mario All-Stars lives on

Super Mario All-Stars lives on

As was rumoured last month, Nintendo of America has confirmed that it will produce more copies of last year's Super Mario All-Stars Limited Edition for the Wii.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Feb 16th 2011 at 3:31PM in News
Big Mario push planned for 2011

Big Mario push planned for 2011

Nintendo reckons two new titles out next month can help keep consumers excited about Mario following the mascot’s 25th anniversary.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Jan 11th 2011 at 11:39AM in News

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Mario All-Stars to be re-released?

Mario All-Stars to be re-released?

Super Mario All-Stars 25th Anniversary could get a second release at retail in future.

James Batchelor
by James Batchelor
on Jan 10th 2011 at 10:23AM in News
Nintendo announces Mario Kart Wii bundle

Nintendo announces Mario Kart Wii bundle

A new Wii bundle will arrive on shelves this month to further commemorate Mario’s 25th anniversary.

James Batchelor
by James Batchelor
on Nov 12th 2010 at 2:08PM in News
Mario tops 3D want list

Mario tops 3D want list

Considering that it will in a few months be launching the world’s first dedicated 3D games console, Nintendo will probably be pleased to see that its brands top the list ...

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Oct 26th 2010 at 1:47PM in News
Hi. I’m Mario the Hedgehog

Hi. I’m Mario the Hedgehog

Oh how times change. The rivalry between the immaculately designed and delicately paced Mario and the cooler, speedier Sonic was once the defining relationship of an entire generation of games ...

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on Oct 12th 2010 at 9:32AM in News
JAPAN: Red Wii launches

JAPAN: Red Wii launches

A limited edition red Nintendo Wii will arrive in Japan next month to mark the 25th anniversary of Mario.

Dominic Sacco
by Dominic Sacco
on Oct 7th 2010 at 10:35AM in News
Mario marketing blitz revealed

Mario marketing blitz revealed

To mark Mario’s silver anniversary Nintendo is launching a wide-reaching marketing campaign featuring a mix of celebrities.

Dominic Sacco
by Dominic Sacco
on Sep 13th 2010 at 12:01PM in News
Mario misses UK top spot

Mario misses UK top spot

Super Mario Galaxy 2 has fallen short of reaching Number One in the ELSPA GfK Chart-Track All Formats Top 40 by just 1,000 units.

Dominic Sacco
by Dominic Sacco
on Jun 14th 2010 at 12:38PM in News
Nintendo predicts record Mario launch

Nintendo predicts record Mario launch

Super Mario Galaxy 2 is expected to trump the success of all previous Mario titles.

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on May 17th 2010 at 4:19PM in News
Super Mario Galaxy 2 gets Edge 10/10

Super Mario Galaxy 2 gets Edge 10/10

Future’s Edge magazine has given Super Mario Galaxy 2 a notable 10/10 in its newest issue due out this week. It becomes only the 12th game to receive top marks ...

Ben Parfitt
by Ben Parfitt
on May 6th 2010 at 9:00AM in News