Mario stands at the top of video game mascots, boasting a solid track record and an endless number of excellent titles. The character's current library is primarily composed of timeless platformers and standout spinoff hits, with lackluster outings being a rarity. Unfortunately, an ongoing issue with long-term franchises like this one is the amount of hoops needed to jump through in order to access the entire collection. Rarely is an entire series' gaming catalogue found on a single system, so it's a pleasant surprise to find that the majority of Mario games can presently be played on the Nintendo Switch.
SEGA’s Second Division Manager, Osamu Ohashi, wants to surpass Mario by strengthening the Sonic IP.
Nah, Sonic is definitely iconic but it will never be at the level of Mario. Much less surpass it...
They can compete but Mario will always win. Mario and Sonic cater to different fans or fans who like both.
Sonic doesn't have to compete though. Both are their own thing, there's plenty of room for them both.
Thing is Sonic despite the bad games is still an icon as big as Mario, probably bigger cause he's seen more in media than Mario. More cartoons, more movies, more memes. So on that end he's good, they just gotta stop making bad games.
The Switch game, which was announced earlier this year, is a remake of a cult favorite GameCube title, and currently holds a placeholder release date of 2024. However, it’s possible that since the game is already beginning to arrive at rating boards, the release could come early in the year.
A series of new Special Edition Mario Bomber Jackets allow fans to show their dedication to the franchise when out and about.
The Jackets look good but are kids sizes only 😭
🤬 They don’t want my nostalgia money
I can't believe they haven't followed up after Odyssey. I was hoping that Sunshine clip was real DLC. Ninty has been so slow this gen it's disappointing.
Still waiting for Super Mario Odyssey 2
I still haven't finished Odyssey!
Super Mario 64 will always be number one for me. Sunshine gets a lot of flack but I love that game.