Super Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary facts for kids

The Super Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary was a big celebration for fans of the famous Super Mario series of video games. Nintendo, the company that makes Mario games, held this special event in 2020. It marked 35 years since the first Super Mario Bros. game came out in 1985.

To celebrate, Nintendo shared exciting news in a special online video called a Nintendo Direct. They also released many new Mario-themed games and products.

What Was the Super Mario 35th Anniversary?

The Super Mario 35th Anniversary was a worldwide event. It honored the history and fun of the Super Mario games. Nintendo wanted to thank fans for their support over the years. They also wanted to introduce Mario to new players.

New Games and Remasters

Nintendo released several new games and updated versions of old favorites. These releases let players enjoy classic Mario adventures on modern consoles.

• Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury: This game was originally for the Wii U console. It was updated and released for the Nintendo Switch. It included a brand-new adventure called "Bowser's Fury."
• Mario Kart LIVE: Home Circuit: This unique game combined video gaming with real-life remote-control (RC) toys. Players could race physical Mario Kart cars around their own homes. The game used cameras on the cars to show the race on the Switch screen.
• Super Mario 3D All-Stars: This collection brought three classic 3D Mario games to the Nintendo Switch. It included updated versions of:
  • Super Mario 64
  • Super Mario Sunshine
  • Super Mario Galaxy

Special Collectibles and Events

Besides games, Nintendo also released special items and held events in other games.

• Nintendo Game & Watch: A special version of the classic Game & Watch handheld device was released. It featured the original Super Mario Bros. game. It also included The Lost Levels and a special Ball game with Mario.
• Merchandise: Fans could buy new toys, clothing, and shoes with Super Mario themes. These items were available at the Nintendo Store and other retailers.
• In-Game Events: Many other popular Nintendo games joined the celebration. They held special Mario-themed events for a limited time. These games included:
  • Splatoon 2
  • Super Smash Bros. Ultimate
  • Animal Crossing: New Horizons
  • Mario Kart Tour

The Super Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary was a memorable time for Mario fans. It showed how much the character and his games mean to people worldwide.

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  A robot, symbolizing technology and gaming.

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In Spanish: 35.° aniversario de Super Mario Bros. para niños