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Star Fox is BACK! Pure Nintendo Podcast E161The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode E161 discusses the latest Star Fox news, including an announcement for a new game on the Nintendo Switch 2. The hosts also review Nintendo's financial data, the release date for Mina the Hollower, and a notable retirement within Nintendo. The episode touches on the Gaming Hall of Fame and games played, such as Quartet, Tomodachi Life, and Starbites.
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.
Super Mario World and Zelda: A Link to the Past director Takashi Tezuka is leaving Nintendo after 42 years and credits…Nintendo veteran Takashi Tezuka is retiring from the company after a 42-year career, during which he contributed to numerous iconic titles including Super Mario World and The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past. His departure marks the end of an era for the Japanese gaming giant, though the company has been developing younger talent to take on future projects.
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.
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.
Final Fantasy takes over Switch 2! Pure Nintendo Podcast E160The Pure Nintendo Podcast discusses Final Fantasy XIV's upcoming release on the Nintendo Switch 2 in August, alongside the demo for Final Fantasy VII Rebirth. The hosts also touch on Star Wars Monopoly, Mario Galaxy movie news, and other Nintendo-related topics.- The sequel to the iconic emulator ZSNES is called Super ZSNES, of courseThe iconic Super Nintendo emulator ZSNES has been revived with a sequel called Super ZSNES, developed by zsKnight and Demo. This new version is rewritten from scratch, featuring a GPU-powered "Super Enhancement Engine" for high resolution, overclocking, widescreen support, and improved audio. Super ZSNES is currently available as an early build for Windows, macOS, and Android, with an iOS release planned soon.
Nintendo Skips Over Some Heavy-Hitters In Its Super Mario 40th Anniversary AdNintendo 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.
OPUS and MLB join this week’s Nintendo eShop roundupThis week's Nintendo eShop update includes the game OPUS and other titles. The author expresses a long-standing passion for Nintendo products, citing ownership of a Nintendo Switch, Nintendo 3DS, and Wii U, and reminiscing about classic games like Super Mario World and The Legend of Zelda.
Feature: A Look Back At Every Game Nintendo Life Scored 10/10 Over 20 YearsNintendo 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.
Rare Super Mario Games Could Be Worth Over $1,000 – Check Your Collection | Invision Game CommunityCertain 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.
Review: Super Mario Bros. Wonder Switch 2 Edition and Meetup in Bellabel Park (Nintendo Switch 2)The Switch 2 Edition of Super Mario Bros. Wonder is a substantial update, adding new characters like Rosalina and Luma, new challenges with the Koopalings, and a variety of fun minigames in Bellabel Park. While some accessibility options could be more granular, the new content offers significant replayability and enjoyment for fans of the original game.
Miyamoto and illumination explain why they choose Super Mario Galaxy for latest filmShigeru Miyamoto and Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri explained their choice of Super Mario Galaxy as the inspiration for the latest Mario movie. They sought to expand the world beyond the Mushroom Kingdom, finding the cinematic and dramatic possibilities of Galaxy, particularly with the character of Rosalina, to be a natural fit for a new story.
Nintendo and Illumination explain why Galaxy was chosen for the latest Mario movieNintendo and Illumination have explained their decision to focus the next Mario movie on Super Mario Galaxy, rather than a direct sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Shigeru Miyamoto and Chris Meledandri discussed how Galaxy's themes of expanding the world and its cinematic potential made it an exciting choice. They emphasized that while not a sequel, elements from the first film and the game itself informed the new story.
Feature: Our Top Ten Favourite Easter Eggs In The Super Mario Galaxy MovieThis article lists ten favorite Easter eggs found in the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, highlighting numerous callbacks to the Super Mario series. The movie incorporates references from various games, including Super Mario Odyssey, Super Mario 64, and Super Mario World, alongside nods to Donkey Kong and Pikmin.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Was Never Framed As A SequelIllumination CEO Chris Meledandri and Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto clarified that the upcoming "Super Mario Galaxy" movie is not a sequel to "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" but rather its own distinct story. While "The Super Mario Bros. Movie" focused on the Mushroom Kingdom, the "Super Mario Galaxy" film aims to expand the narrative to space, drawing inspiration from the dramatic elements and music of the Super Mario Galaxy game. The "Super Mario Galaxy" movie is set to release on April 1, with Nintendo also partnering with Sony for a live-action "The Legend of Zelda" movie in 2027.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie: Is There A Post-Credits Scene?The Super Mario Galaxy Movie features two post-credits scenes, similar to The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The first mid-credits scene shows Bowser and Bowser Jr. plotting an escape with Lumalee, while the final scene introduces Princess Daisy. The article also touches on the possibility of a third movie and potential future character appearances like Wario.
10 best games on Nintendo Switch Online - from Zelda to EarthBoundNintendo Switch Online has evolved into a compelling service offering a vast library of retro games. This guide highlights 10 must-play titles available through the subscription, spanning various Nintendo consoles like the Game Boy Advance, GameCube, and Nintendo 64, alongside classics such as Metroid: Zero Mission, F-Zero GX, and EarthBound.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder Switch 2 Edition + Meetup in Bellabel Park reviewThis review examines the Nintendo Switch 2 Edition of Super Mario Bros. Wonder, focusing on its new multiplayer minigames and single-player content. While the core game remains excellent, the expansion's value is largely dependent on the player's engagement with its multiplayer features, with some odd choices in online play presentation.
Random: A Classic Super Mario Cartoon Is Heading To MeTV Toons In The USThe classic cartoon series "The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!" is set to air on MeTV Toons in the US starting March 30, 2026. The broadcast will feature 65 episodes of the show, which was originally based on Super Mario Bros. and Super Mario Bros. 2 and aired in the late 1980s and early 1990s.