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Gaming Parent Ready to Pass the Controller to Next Generation | HappyGamer
Gaming 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.
Nintendo Skips Over Some Heavy-Hitters In Its Super Mario 40th Anniversary Ad
Nintendo released a new advertisement celebrating the 40th anniversary of Super Mario, highlighting key titles from the Famicom era to the Nintendo Switch. The ad, titled 'It's You, Mario', omits several significant entries in the series, such as Super Mario Bros. 3 and Super Mario Sunshine, which the author notes as a minor disappointment. Additionally, soundtracks for Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 are temporarily available on Spotify.
Game History and Preservation
Two classic Nintendo games from the early 1990s, Super Mario Bros. 3 and The Legend of Zelda, are receiving surprise physical re-releases this fall. Additionally, a rare Nintendo game has been restored after over 50 years, highlighting ongoing efforts in game preservation.
Double Fine Productions and its new pottery-inspired game Kiln don’t just break the mold – they smash it to pieces
Double Fine Productions is developing Kiln, a unique party brawler inspired by pottery where players create and then destroy ceramic vessels as fighters. Founded by Tim Schafer, the studio emphasizes a kind and experimental culture, with Kiln originating from an internal game jam. The game will launch on April 23, 2026, for multiple platforms including Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Steam, and will be available on Xbox Game Pass.
Princess Peach's backstory in Super Mario Galaxy Movie is now canon, according to Nintendo
Nintendo creator Shigeru Miyamoto has stated that Princess Peach's backstory revealed in The Super Mario Bros. Movie will be considered canon for future Super Mario Bros. games. Miyamoto explained that while he previously avoided extensive character backstories to maintain creative freedom, the movie's narrative has inspired him to expand on Peach's origins, including her connection to Rosalina and cosmic powers.
Super Meat Boy 3D Review
Super Meat Boy 3D translates the series' signature challenging platforming into a 3D environment, featuring linear stages focused on precise movement and obstacle avoidance. The game retains its dark humor and minimalist aesthetic, offering around 150 stages and numerous unlockable characters across PC, Xbox Series X|S, PlayStation 5, and Nintendo Switch 2.
Super Mario Bros. And Galaxy Movies Combine For $2 Billion At The Box Office
Nintendo's return to filmmaking has achieved a significant milestone, with The Super Mario Bros. Movie and The Super Mario Galaxy Movie collectively grossing over $2 billion at the worldwide box office. The success of these films is expected to boost sales of related Mario games, mirroring the trend seen with the 2023 release. Nintendo is also involved in producing a live-action The Legend of Zelda movie slated for 2027.
CRKD's adorably tiny Switch 2 controllers are on sale, but you're better off waiting for the new Atom+ instead
CRKD has released the upgraded Atom+ controller, featuring thumbsticks and improved ergonomics over the original tiny Atom. While the original is on sale for $17.99, the new Atom+ is available for pre-order at $29.99 and includes features like vibration feedback and motion controls, aiming to be more compatible with modern Nintendo Switch games.
Feature: A Look Back At Every Game Nintendo Life Scored 10/10 Over 20 Years
Nintendo Life looks back at the 69 games it has awarded a perfect 10/10 score over its 20-year history. The article details the criteria for a perfect score, emphasizing games that raise genre bars and push industry boundaries, and lists titles from Mega Man 2 to New Super Mario Bros. Wii.
Amazon Luna Pulls the Plug: Cloud Gaming Service Shuts Down Store, Leaving Families in Gaming Limbo
Amazon Luna is shutting down its game store on April 10, 2026, and all purchased games will become unavailable by June 10, 2026. This decision impacts families who relied on the service for shared gaming experiences, raising concerns about digital ownership and the future of cloud gaming. Amazon is pivoting to a new initiative called GameNight, but the closure has eroded trust within the gaming community.
US: Nintendo Download for 10th April, 2026
Nintendo has announced its latest download lineup for the Nintendo Switch, featuring new releases and classic titles. New additions include Pokémon Champions, PAC-MAN, Mendel Palace, THE TOWER OF DRUAGA, and PRAGMATA. The update also highlights ongoing sales and rewards for Nintendo Switch Online members.
Nintendo Download – April 9, 2026 (North America) – Pokemon Champions, Dosa Divas, more
The North American Nintendo Download for the week of April 9, 2026, features new releases on the Nintendo eShop for Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2, including Pokemon Champions and Dosa Divas. The report also highlights ongoing eShop sales and the return of Super Mario Galaxy merchandise for My Nintendo members.
My Nintendo Store Restocks Super Mario 40th Anniversary Reward (North America)
The My Nintendo Store in North America has restocked a special Super Mario 40th Anniversary pin set, available for 600 Platinum Points. This set celebrates the Super Mario Galaxy series and the 40th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. Nintendo is also offering anniversary t-shirts and Super Mario Galaxy series sticker sheets.
Rare Super Mario Games Could Be Worth Over $1,000 – Check Your Collection | Invision Game Community
Certain rare, well-preserved retro editions of Super Mario games are fetching high prices from collectors, with some copies selling for over $1,000. Factors like complete-in-box condition, early production variants, and professional grading contribute to their value, with titles like Super Mario Bros (NES) and Super Mario RPG (SNES) being particularly sought after.
Games Inbox: What is the best PS5 game?
Readers discuss their favorite PlayStation 5 games, with Elden Ring being a popular choice. The discussion also touches on the potential for Star Fox and Ecco the Dolphin remasters, concerns about developer survival, and the future of live service games.
Poll: Super Mario Galaxy Movie Characters Compared, Film Vs. Game Designs - Which Are Best?
This article compares the character designs from the Super Mario Galaxy movie with their original video game counterparts. It highlights new characters introduced in the film and discusses how Illumination's visual style alters familiar faces, inviting readers to vote on their preferred designs.
Steelbook cases are pretty useless, but this one can store Switch carts and comes free with any two of these games
Best Buy is offering a free Super Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary steelbook case with the purchase of any two Super Mario series games for the Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch 2. The steelbook features artwork celebrating Mario's 40-year history and can store Switch game cartridges.
Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone and other celebs name their favourite video games
Several Hollywood celebrities, including Ryan Gosling, Emma Stone, and Chris Pratt, have shared their favorite video games in a compilation video. While some named classic titles like Super Mario Bros. and Pitfall!, others highlighted more recent or niche games such as Returnal and Civilization 6.
Morning Multiplex
Trailers have been released for the 'Spring Unending' update for Reverse: 1999 and a new update for Sultan's Game. The article also mentions content creator videos, including one related to Super Mario Bros.
Happy Resurrection Day 2026!
This article draws parallels between the concept of resurrection in video games like Pac-Man and Super Mario Brothers, and the religious concept of rebirth. It argues that just as players are given opportunities to 'respawn' and try again in games, religious figures offer a chance for new beginnings. The piece emphasizes embracing this opportunity for spiritual renewal.
