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News, coverage and analysis tracking Super Mario Bros. across the outlets.- Game Crossovers and CollaborationsA Cyberpunk 2077 cosplay jacket features a flexible OLED collar that can be used for gaming with a Steam Controller. Additionally, the release window for the Super Mario Movie 3 has been confirmed by a returning star.
- Retro Gaming in 2026: The Complete Guide to Playing Classic Games Legally | TAGThis guide explores legal options for playing retro games in 2026, noting that only 13.27% of classic US games released before 2010 are still commercially available. It details subscription services like Nintendo Switch Online and PlayStation Plus Premium, digital storefronts such as GOG and Steam, and physical collector's options including Analogue and Evercade hardware. The article also addresses the legalities of emulation, emphasizing that while emulators are legal, downloading ROMs for games one does not own is copyright infringement.
Review: Yoshi and the Mysterious BookYoshi and the Mysterious Book is a charming 2D platformer from developer Good-Feel that reimagines the genre with a focus on exploration and discovery. The game features a stunning hand-drawn art style, inspired by classic picture books, and introduces unique gameplay mechanics for each creature encountered. While lacking traditional linear progression and difficulty, its casual approach and engaging discoveries make it an accessible and delightful experience for all ages.
Original Doom soundtrack to be inducted into US National Recording RegistryThe original 1993 Doom soundtrack, composed by Bobby Prince, is being inducted into the US National Recording Registry. This marks the third video game soundtrack to receive this honor, following Minecraft: Volume Alpha and the Super Mario Bros. theme. The registry recognized Prince's innovative use of MIDI technology in creating the iconic score.
Is Nintendo Switch Online worth it in 2026? Our verdictThis analysis evaluates the value of Nintendo Switch Online in 2026, considering its evolution since its 2018 launch. While initial online play faced criticism, the service now offers a robust library of retro games from NES, SNES, Nintendo 64, GameCube, and more, alongside features like cloud saves and free DLC for Expansion Pack members. Despite some drawbacks like limited drip-feeding of new retro titles and certain game exclusions from cloud save functionality, the subscription is deemed a worthwhile investment due to its expanded benefits and competitive pricing, especially with family plans.
Get The Lego Legend Of Zelda Deku Tree Model Before It RetiresThe Lego Group has announced that its popular Legend of Zelda: Great Deku Tree set, which launched in January 2025, is being retired later this year. The 2-in-1 set allows builders to construct either the Breath of the Wild or Ocarina of Time version of the Great Deku Tree and includes multiple minifigures and brick-built characters. This set is part of Lego's Nintendo-themed display models, with other sets based on Super Mario, Mario Kart, and Pokemon also available.
Doom becomes third game to have its soundtrack preserved by Library of CongressThe soundtrack for the original 1993 game Doom has been added to the US Library of Congress's National Recording Registry, making it the third video game soundtrack to receive this honor. This preservation recognizes the cultural and historical importance of the iconic heavy metal-inspired music composed by Bobby Prince.
Man Apprehended For Alleged Bomb Threats Toward Nintendo: "I'm Going To Blow You All Up"A 27-year-old man has been arrested for making bomb threats towards Nintendo's headquarters in Kyoto, Japan. The suspect admitted to charges of obstruction of business after authorities searched the premises in March and found no explosives. This incident follows previous threats that led to the cancellation of Nintendo Live 2024 and a Splatoon championship.- Legendary Nintendo designer Takashi Tezuka is seemingly retiring from the companyLegendary Nintendo designer Takashi Tezuka, instrumental in the creation of the original Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda games, is reportedly retiring from the company. His contributions have been foundational to some of Nintendo's most iconic franchises.
Legendary Nintendo Designer Takashi Tezuka Announces Retirement After 42 YearsLegendary Nintendo designer Takashi Tezuka, instrumental in shaping franchises like Mario and The Legend of Zelda, announced his retirement effective June 26, 2026, after 42 years with the company. Tezuka, who joined Nintendo in 1984, directed titles such as Super Mario Bros. 3 and A Link to the Past, and served as lead producer for the Mario series for two decades. The announcement was made alongside Nintendo's financial results, which also noted a planned price increase for the Nintendo Switch 2.
One of Nintendo's most important Mario and Zelda designers is set to retireTakashi Tezuka, a key designer behind influential Nintendo titles like Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, is set to retire on June 26, 2026, after 42 years with the company. Tezuka, who co-designed early Mario and Zelda games with Shigeru Miyamoto, also served as a producer on later titles such as The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Bros. Wonder.
Legendary Zelda director and Nintendo designer legend Takashi Tezuka is retiring after more than 40 yearsVeteran Nintendo designer and director Takashi Tezuka is retiring from the company on June 26th after more than 40 years of service. Tezuka joined Nintendo in 1984 and was instrumental in the development of numerous iconic titles, including the original Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, and Super Mario World, later serving as a producer on games like Super Mario Bros. Wonder and The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild.
Nintendo veteran designer Takashi Tezuka set to retire as Executive OfficerNintendo veteran designer Takashi Tezuka, known for directing classic titles like The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Super Mario World, will retire from his role as an executive officer on June 26, 2026. Tezuka's departure follows the recent retirements of fellow Nintendo designers Hideki Konno and Kensuke Tanabe.
Legendary Mario And Zelda Director Is Retiring From Nintendo After 40 YearsVeteran Nintendo game designer and director Takashi Tezuka is retiring from the company on June 26 after over 40 years of service. Tezuka, who worked on iconic titles like Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda, joins other long-time Nintendo employees who have recently departed. This news comes amidst broader industry trends of layoffs, contrasting with Nintendo's typically strong employee retention.
Nintendo Legend Takashi Tezuka Is Retiring From His Role In JuneLegendary Nintendo developer Takashi Tezuka will be retiring from his role as Executive Officer effective June 26, 2026. Tezuka has been instrumental in the creation of numerous iconic titles, including the original Super Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, and Super Mario Bros. Wonder. Several other long-time Nintendo employees will also be retiring.
Top 10 Best-Selling Video Games Of All Time, Including New Heights For Mario Kart 8This list ranks the top 10 best-selling paid video games of all time, excluding free-to-play titles. Sales figures include pack-in games, with Tetris leading at over 520 million units sold, followed by Minecraft at 300 million and Grand Theft Auto V at over 225 million. The ranking also highlights significant sales for games like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, Wii Sports, and The Elder Scrolls V: Skyrim.
Zelda was Nintendo's answer to "traditional RPGs," Shigeru Miyamoto says: "We wanted the player to interact with the game world using the controller, and conquer dungeons"Shigeru Miyamoto explained that The Legend of Zelda was developed concurrently with Super Mario Bros. and aimed to be Nintendo's answer to traditional RPGs, utilizing the Famicom Disk System's capabilities for features like name registration and progress saving. He also expressed initial concerns about players knowing how to progress in the original game, a design philosophy that later influenced Breath of the Wild's open-world exploration.
Early Nintendo was a madhouse: "It was very difficult to finish Mario and then get the Mario programmers involved…Shigeru Miyamoto, creator of Super Mario Bros. and The Legend of Zelda, recalled that early Nintendo was a 'madhouse' due to both iconic games being in simultaneous development. He explained the challenges of managing programmers between the two projects and concerns about players understanding the initial gameplay of The Legend of Zelda.
Super Mario fans can now be buried in very unofficial branded coffinsA funeral home in Brazil, Bignotto, is offering coffins themed after Super Mario characters like Mario, Luigi, and Peach. These unofficial products feature interchangeable logos and are being advertised on social media. Nintendo is known for being protective of its intellectual property, and it remains to be seen how the company will respond to these branded coffins.
Gaming Parent Ready to Pass the Controller to Next Generation | HappyGamerGaming is evolving into a generational tradition, with parents who grew up playing now sharing the hobby with their children. This shift is recognized by companies like Nintendo, Sony, and Microsoft, who are developing family-friendly features and content. While challenges like online toxicity and microtransactions remain, gaming increasingly serves as a powerful tool for intergenerational connection and shared experiences.