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New Mario game Hinted at During Super Mario Bros. Movie Interview

Is it a-you, Mario?
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Published: Apr 4, 2023 02:20 pm

As one of the most popular and recognizable characters in video game history, Mario has been a fixture in the gaming industry since his debut in 1985. With countless games under his belt, it’s no wonder that fans are eagerly anticipating a new adventure featuring the iconic hero.

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Nintendo has remained tight-lipped about any potential future Mario games for many years. Fans have often tried to pry information from the company, but their efforts have largely been met with silence. However, Nintendo’s director Shigeru Miyamoto has finally addressed the persistent requests from fans with a somewhat cryptic answer.

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Will there be a Mario game announcement soon?

In an interview with Variety for the Super Mario Bros. film, legendary game designer Shigeru Miyamoto dropped a tantalizing hint for Mario fans everywhere. When asked about the possibility of a new Mario game, Miyamoto simply replied, “Please stay tuned for future Nintendo directs.” This seemingly innocuous comment has sent the gaming community into a frenzy of speculation about the beloved plumber and his friends’ future.

Nintendo Directs are the company’s pre-recorded video presentations announcing new games and updates for their current titles. Miyamoto’s comment suggests that a new Mario game might be in the works and that fans should keep an eye on future Nintendo Directs for any official announcements.

Opinions on what a new Mario game might look like vary widely among fans, with some hoping for a return to the classic 2D side-scrolling style of the original games, while others are hoping for a completely new and innovative take on the franchise. Regardless of what the new game might entail, the mere possibility of a new Mario adventure has generated a wave of excitement and anticipation throughout the gaming community.

Shigeru Miyamoto’s recent hint about a potential new Mario game has excited the gaming world. While there is no official confirmation yet, fans eagerly await any news about what the future might hold for the beloved plumber and his friends. If you’re a Mario fan, stay tuned for future Nintendo Directs and keep your fingers crossed for a new Mario adventure.

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Cande Maldonado
Though Cande started her journey in the video game industry as a localization specialist six years ago, she soon realized that her true calling was to annoy NPCS, smash virtual pottery, and complete every side quest available in RPGs. Throwing that useless degree out of the window, she has been writing professionally for the past three years ever since. Her passion for games dates to 2006, when she mounted a Chocobo for the first time. Under Nintendo and Square Enix's chokehold, she will willingly pour hours upon hours into reaching 100% completion in the longest roleplaying games ever made. But hey, who needs fresh air and sunlight when you can just live in Ivalice?