Super Mario is one of the biggest names in gaming. The first game in the franchise was 1985's Super Mario Bros., a game that is credited with helping the gaming industry recover from its two-year crash that began in 1983. The Super Mario series still has an important place in gaming today, largely thanks to Nintendo's ability to continuously innovate the platform games.
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I Marathoned All 24 Super Mario Games for the 40th Anniversary and Here's My Official Ranking
To celebrate Super Mario's 40th anniversary, I played through every main series game and ranked them in order of enjoyment.
The 'Main Event' of the Super Mario 40th Anniversary Being a Movie is an Absolute Travesty
Super Mario's 40th anniversary deserved to be celebrated with a new 3D Mario title for the Switch 2, but it was overshadowed by a movie sequel.
Every Super Mario Game That's Still Not on Nintendo Switch 2
As Super Mario hits his 40th anniversary, a look at which games in the series aren't on Nintendo's Switch 2 can reveal quite a lot.
In Honor of Mario's 40th Anniversary, Here Are 5 Mario Co-Op Games To Play This Weekend
It's the 40th anniversary of the Super Mario Bros franchise on Saturday, September 13, so why not celebrate with some Mario-themed co-op games?
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is Now Official
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is confirmed via the September 2025 Nintendo Direct, along with a projected release date.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder is Coming to Switch 2 With New Content
Nintendo confirms a new Switch 2 version of Super Mario Bros. Wonder, bringing new content to the game and confirming a release date.
With a PS5 Zelda-Like Just Weeks Away, The Next Step Seems Obvious
With a PS5 Zelda-like game launching in a few weeks, the next step for the console might be to draw inspiration from a familiar muse.
Rumor: Nintendo Planning New Mario Collection for Franchise's 40th Anniversary
Rumors suggest that Nintendo is planning to release a new collection of Mario games to celebrate the franchise's 40th anniversary in 2026.
Super Mario 3D World Gets Surprise New Update
Super Mario 3D World gets a special update for Nintendo Switch 2, bringing more stability to Bowser's Fury on modern hardware.
Mario Kart World Version 1.2.0 Update Nerfs Controversial Item
The latest Mario Kart World update adds some quality-of-life changes and also nerfs the potency of one of the game's more controversial power-ups
Nintendo Switch Online Adds Classic Mario Game
Nintendo announces a classic Mario title from the Super Nintendo is now available on the Nintendo Switch Online subscription service.
LEGO's Latest Nintendo Collab Has an Immersion-Breaking Flaw
Nintendo and The LEGO Group's latest upcoming collaborative LEGO set is missing an important feature of Nintendo's handheld history.
The Most Important Nintendo Games Ever
Nintendo has been one of the most influential forces in the video game industry for decades, and these games show just how big their impact can be.
Pauline's Story: From Forgotten Damsel to Fan Favorite
She may be Nintendo's next breakout star, but it wasn't that long ago when Nintendo's first ever damsel in distress was nothing more than a footnote.
Donkey Kong Bananza Sets a New Trend for Nintendo That We Hope Continues
Donkey Kong Bananza's success could mark the start of a new age for Nintendo, with Mario and Link no longer standing alone at the top.
Super Mario 64 Speedrunner Smashes New Record While Blindfolded
After numerous failed attempts, a popular Super Mario 64 speedrunner finally smashes an impressive world record while blindfolded.
One of the Rarest Mario Games Just Got a Switch 2 Update
A rare, delisted Super Mario Bros. game receives a surprising update to improve performance when played on a Switch 2 console.
8 Best Mario Games That Lived Up To The Hype, Ranked
The announcement of a Mario game rarely fails to promote excitement among fans, but some manage to live up to the hype a little better than others.
We Don't Want A Super Mario Sequel, We Want a Movie Of This Forgotten Nintendo Character
While a new Super Mario Bros movie is being created, there is a desire to see a forgotten Nintendo character be given the movie treatment.
8 Classic 3D Platformers That Still Hold Up Today
The platformer genre exploded into popularity with these classic 3D titles taking charge, providing gamers with endless fun, no matter the decade.