About Super Mario Bros.
Originally released in 1985, Super Mario Bros. became a defining title for the NES. This platformer game introduced players to Mario and Luigi, setting the stage for a legendary franchise.
Quick Facts — Super Mario Bros.
| Developer | null |
|---|---|
| Platform(s) | NES |
| Release Date | 1985 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Score | null |
| Price | null |
Dark Origins of the Mushroom Kingdom
During a recent interview, the cast of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, including Donald Glover, Charlie Day, and Chris Pratt, uncovered unsettling lore about the Mushroom Kingdom. They learned that the power-up blocks players interact with are made from the cursed remains of the kingdom's residents, a detail from the 1985 manual. According to this lore, the Koopa tribe, led by Bowser, transformed these residents into inanimate objects, including stones and bricks.
The manual also states that some of these cursed mushroom people reward Mario with power boosts, such as the Power Mushroom and Fire Flower, when he interacts with them. This raises questions about the implications of Mario's actions in the game — does hitting these blocks further entrap the souls within them?
Koopa's Grim Curse
The grim backstory of Bowser's curse has shocked the cast, highlighting a darker side to what many perceive as a lighthearted children's franchise. Despite the playful nature of games like Super Mario Bros., the reality of the lore reveals a chilling narrative that complicates the characters' journeys.