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Mario has been in over 250 games. Goozernation attempts to near down the top 10 Mario games of all time to the top 5. What makes the cut into the top 5? Will Mario Galaxy be mentioned? What about Super Mario RPG? Where does Paper Mario fall?
Daav from NoobFeed.com gives his vegetarian colleague Mario an ego boost, by shedding the positive side to the non-animal slaughtering lifestyle. Not everyone who eats mushrooms is a tripping junkie and it's high time(s) to see the advantages of plant life adoration.
The Nintendo DS Lite is getting a price drop in the United States and some spiffy new packaging for it's flagship character, Mario! Just in time for E3, the DS Lite will drop to...
"Nintendo [has created] a separate "core" myth - that "core" games are made in 3D. You can tell this from their direction with the Mario series: there wasn't a real Super Mario Bros. game for almost 15 years! Instead, we got Super Mario 64 and Sunshine, which while I loved both definitely weren't Super Mario Bros. Nintendo seems to have spent the last decade or so thinking that 3D Mario is the new core Mario, and that they don't need Super Mario Bros. anymore."
The 2D platformer has been around for a long time, and it's definitely going to stick around. Bright Hub takes a look back at the genre's rise to prominence, it's lull as a result of 3D platformers hitting the market, and it's return with modern hits such as Super Meat Boy and Donkey Kong Country Returns.
New Super Mario Bros. for the Nintendo DS, and New Super Mario Bros. Wii, both hark back to the famous plumber's 2D days. Which retro throwback is the superior Mario sidescroller?
"The Nintendo DS has found its way into the hands of millions of people. With its impressive range of hardcore to casual games, there is literally a game for just about anyone and everyone. Since its launch, there have been numerous games that stood out among the rest and are begged to be played and replayed. We’re going to help you out by picking out 10 must-have gems that should be a part of every DS collection."
"All of your favorite levels from Mario games of yore are present, but they are joined by brand new challenge missions, quizzes, brain-bending puzzles and deadly traps that’ll make you wonder if you descended into hell itself. As if that weren’t enough, he also tossed in levels from games such a Metroid, as well as guest appearances by such characters as Link and even Alucard of CastleVania fame."
"Though there were a lot of paintings of Mario and other Nintendo favorites, what I personally admired about this artist was his ability to do videogames outside of your average "8-bit fan art" range"
"Both Sony and Microsoft could learn a little something from Nintendo and how they handle their major franchises and mascots. Microsoft has milked the Halo franchise to the point that the original developer can’t stand the idea of making another one. Sony on the other hand has pushed the God of War franchise a bit too much (six releases, with a seventh coming in Ghost of Sparta in under five years), but hasn’t sacrificed quality for quantity as fans of the series and critics alike both rave ab..."
"Video game fans have a lot of hobbies outside of gaming itself. But more often than not it all ends up going full circle and coming back to the wonderful world of gaming. Sometimes family and friends support our gaming habits by making stuff for game fans. Cakes are one of those hobbies and things."
"Over the years we have seen many amazing games that have been coupled with great names. However, from time to time, there will be the occasional game that offers you a great gaming experience at the expense of horrible and undesirable names."
Yesterday and, most likely, for extremely limited time, Amazon.com put on sale New Super Mario Bros for Nintendo DS for $25. That's $10 off retail price and the best ever price available for this hot-selling Nintendo DS video game.
User manages to hack Super Mario Wii by recreating a level from Super Mario DS game. Check out a side by side of both games running at the same time showing all the similarities between the two. He also takes suggestions and ideas for new game level.
"When a phrase catches on, it really catches on. You can't turn a corner in the internet gaming community without seeing an article complaining about Nintendo's laziness. IGN is already plagued with two of them.
But the sheer mind-crushing irony of these articles almost makes them too funny to complain. The pot really is calling the kettle black. Has anyone ever taken their crosshairs off of Nintendo to aim at the same old song and dance that other developers are cashing in on? Apparently n..."
"Last year, 2009, turned into a sensational twelve months for Activision as Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 ended the year as the best-selling videogame topping the coveted 2009 All Formats Chart, according to data released today by ELSPA/GfK Chart-Track. Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has continued to set new records since its release in November last year, grossing more than £67 million in its first week of sales."
An interesting viral video has popped up recently depicting CK Edwards, star of Broadway, doing an impromptu tap routine to the music of Koji Kondo, more specifically... Super Mario Bros.
Now as a tap dancer myself I will say this it isn't anything overly crazy impressive, but it most certainly worth a look and a laugh.
"It's been four full years since the introduction of the Nintendo DS. This dual-screen, touch-screen handheld was a system first received with skepticism when it launched in the US in November of 2004. Over time, it began to prove itself. The dual-screened handheld that had everyone, gamers and developers alike, scratching their heads has become the most popular and most purchased piece of video game hardware.
But it's not on the strength of the hardware alone. The reason why Nintendo's DS ..."
"After battling it out against hundreds of hopefuls from across the country, today 19 year old Josh Stevens from Berkshire is crowned Britain's Best Nintendo Gamer. The final of the first ever Nintendo tournament saw the Berkshire teenager outstrip the competition to take home the prestigious title of Britain's Best Nintendo Gamer, together with a trip for five to the home of Nintendo in Japan, worth £10,000."
All Age Gaming's Phong Nguyen bring's us the 12th AAG "The Week That Was". This week he discusses Halo 3: ODST's sales performance, the Uncharted 2 MP demo, Playstation Home update, Wii Fit Plus and New Super Mario Bros release dates and more!
"Get your Wii Remotes and Nintendo DS stylus' ready and join Britain's Best Nintendo Gamer tournament where, to celebrate the launch of New Super Mario Bros Wii, Nintendo is challenging the nation to fight it out for the prestigious title and the chance to win a trip for five to the home of Nintendo in Japan, worth £10,000."
If you've ever had the urge to make one of those mushrooms from the Mario games from a radish but didn't know how, your quest is no longer in vain -- Anna the Red is here to help. Check her step-by-step guide at the source to get your very own!
To begin their media briefing for E3 2009, Nintendo has unveiled New Super Mario Bros. Wii, a new title for the Wii. Not wholly based on the DS copy, up to four players can play cooperatively in this game. The game will feature new items and new levels.
Players can drop in and out seamlessly. There is a single-player mode available.
The game will launch worldwide this holiday season.
The NPD Group has released their hardware and software numbers for the month of April, representing sales for the United States for the four week period of April 5th to May 2nd.
Notables this month:
Hardware numbers:
NDS: 1040.k (260.0k per week)
WII: 340.0k (85.0k per week)
360: 175.0k (43.75k per week)
PS2: 172.0k (43.0k per week)
PS3: 127.0k (31.75k per week)
PSP: 116.0k (29.0k per we...
The NPD Group has released the top twenty software and top ten software by platform lists for the recently unveiled February 2009 sales numbers yesterday, showing the top rankings in software sales for the month. The top ten rankings for accessory sales are also available.
Numbers inserted where known.
Top 20 Games of February 2009
01. [WII] Wii Fit (Nintendo) - 644k
02. [360] Street Fighter IV* (Capcom) - 446k
03. [PS3] Street Fighter IV* (Capcom) - 403k
04. [WII] Wii Play (Nintend...
The NPD Group has released their hardware and software numbers for the month of February, representing sales for the United States for the four week period of February 1st to February 28th.
Notables this month:
Hardware numbers:
WII: 753.0k (188.25k per week)
NDS: 588.0k (147.0k per week)
360: 391.0k (97.75k per week)
PS3: 276.0k (69.0k per week)
PSP: 199.0k (49.75k per week)
PS2: 131.0k (32.75k pe...
The NPD Group before the weekend released the top twenty software and top ten software by platform lists for the January 2009 sales numbers, showing the top rankings in software sales for the month. The top ten rankings for accessory sales are also available.
Numbers are inserted where known.
Top 20 Games of December 2008:
01. [WII] Wii Fit (Nintendo) - 777k
02. [WII] Wii Play (Nintendo) - 415k
03. [WII] Mario Kart Wii (Nintendo) - 292k
04. [360] Left 4 Dead (Electronic Arts) - 243k...
The NPD Group has released their hardware and software numbers for the month of January, representing sales for the United States for the four week period of January 4th to January 31st.
Notables this month:
Hardware numbers:
WII: 679.2k (169.8k per week)
NDS: 510.8k (127.7k per week)
360: 309.0k (77.25k per week)
PS3: 203.2k (50.8k per week)
PSP: 172.3k (43.075k per week)
PS2: 101.2k (25.3k per week)
2009 Year-to-Date in...
"Last weekend, I took a roadtrip to Charleston, South Carolina. As per any trip whose distance is upwards of 700 miles, one needs to stop and refuel their vehicle. And, in order to minimize physical time on the road and in the car, you usually want to combine reasons for stopping whenever the vehicle does finally cease motion: meals and bathroom, gas and bathroom, etc. This is especially imperative when you're driving with a newborn. Late into the evening, I stopped for my final fill-up before..."
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"Heroes rock. Whether they're fighting nazis, blowing up tanks with their bare hands or saving puppies from burning circus tents, we've always been in awe of these lads and ladies. So here they are...our picks for the 100 greatest heroes of entertainment (games-comics-film). Let the flame wars begin!"
Our beloved Nintendo mascot Mario has inspired plenty of fan creations throughout the years- ranging from "graffiti" , to some impressive cakes.
But for those of you who don't like having to wash chalk off your hands, or aren't that great at baking (or haven't baked anything since Home Ec) then here is one for you.
5 Awesome Quilts and patchwork done in honor of... who else but Mario!
Another week has passed, which means it's time for some Australian game sales!
Mario Kart Wii has snatched the lead from the Wii Fit game, the Wii Play bundle is still selling steadily in third, followed by the oh-so-popular Super Smash Bros. Brawl and SingStar Amped.
Most of the games in the overall sales list are either the from the Wii or the DS. With all the success Nintendo has been having lately, I'm not surprised. To check out some console-specific sales, hit the source.
All...
Curious about what's selling in the UK right now? Chart Track has you covered with an all-format list. The attached image shows us what's doing good (Soul Calibur IV, Big Beach Sports, Call of Duty 4, New Super Mario Bros., NFS: ProStreet) and what's waning (Lego Indiana Jones, Super Smash Bros., Metal Gear 4, Race Driver). Check it out!
Can you imagine having this on the walls in your house? I can, but I think my fiance would kill me. (Worth it) It is a little bright - but it would adorn my game-room very nicely.
And eventually when I have kids - I'm sure they would get a kick out of it.
"Across the pond, consumers prefer racing and soccer games to blockbuster action, adventure and first-person shooter games that are the staple of the U.S. diet. Indeed, Europeans view such games as "evil," says Cevat Yerli, chief executive of Crytek, a German game developer that specializes in first-person shooters."
"In April we reported that Dallas-area anime convention A-Kon was planning on taking on the Guinness Book of World Record's Largest Gathering Of Game Characters cosplay record. Now the results are in and 80 Marios just got their asses handed to them. The record-breaking attempt held at the convention over the weekend drew 697 video game character cosplayers, from Links to Zeldas, SNK and Capcom fighters, fervent Final Fantasy fans, and even Kotakuites like Steven here, pictured as Lakitu, with..."
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Remember this? Oops, they've done it again! After being at the top for some time, Sonic and Mario have once again reclaimed the spot.
Here's the rest of the top chart :
- TOM CLANCY’S RAINBOW SIX: VEGAS 2
- PRO EVOLUTION SOCCER 2008
- CONDEMNED 2
- GUITAR HERO III: LEGENDS OF ROCK
- VIKING: BATTLE FOR ASGARD
- DARK SECTOR
- CALL OF DUTY 4: MODERN WARFARE
- SEGA SUPERSTARS TENNIS
- FIFA 08
- COOKING MAMA 2
- THE HOUSE OF THE DEAD 2 & 3 RETURN
- ARMY OF TWO
- FOOTBALL MANAGER 2008
- NEW SUPER MARIO BROS...
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