From 8-bit to 3D: Nintendo's iconic 'Mario' games turn 40
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Surrounded by thousands of objects bearing the likeness of Nintendo's moustachioed plumber, 40-year-old Kikai reflects that his "life would be totally different without Mario" who also marks four decades this week.
Breakdown
- A dedicated fan has amassed the world's largest Mario merchandise collection. 14s
- Super Mario Bros. debuted in 1985 and quickly became a household name. 40s
- The Mario franchise has inspired theme parks, blockbuster films, and street art. 52s
- The original game was developed by a team of just eight people. 1m 16s
- Nintendo reports nearly half a billion copies sold of the main Mario series. 1m 28s