Super Mario Power-Ups Retrospective (1985 - 1992)
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Oct 10, 2025 16:00
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There has been 40 years of Mario, and 40 years of Mario power-ups. But nothing can stay the same for 4 decades. Mario power-ups shape their games, and the games to come, and the story of them is the story of the franchise. So let's tell it! Here's part 1 of our series on the history, game design, and impact of each of the power-ups in the Super Mario series, covering 1985 - 1992.
Featuring:
Super Mario Bros 1
Super Mario Bros 2 (Doki Doki Panic AND Lost Levels)
Super Mario Bros 3
Super Mario Land
Super Mario World
Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins
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