‘The Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ is Non-Stop Cinematic Confetti

April 1, 2026April 21, 2026 Sabina Graves

The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is out this week, already poised to keep making bank by turning more game nostalgia into a pumped-up franchise for Nintendo and Universal Pictures. Mario (Chris Pratt) and Luigi (Charlie Day) reprise their roles as the Mushroom Kingdom’s go-to plumbers to fix and fight well… anything you’ve seen in the games you grew up playing.

Theme Parks, Video Games1 Comment

Universal Studios Hollywood Adds Super Fun Interactive Wall to Super Nintendo World

June 28, 2024June 28, 2024 Michael Lee

The interactivity at Super Nintendo World at Universal Studios Hollywood is so much more than just Mario Kart: Bowser’s Challenge or Toadstool Cafe. There are also four interactive games guests can play to get four keys to defeat the mischievous Bowser Jr., who has stolen the Golden Mushroom! Now, at Universal Studios Hollywood scores with the debut of a new interactive wall, located within the Frosted Glacier area at Super Nintendo World.

Animation, Movies, Video Games

Sequel to ‘The Super Mario Bros Movie’ Officially Announced

March 10, 2024March 10, 2024 Mike Manalo

As if there was any doubt! The Super Mario Bros Movie was one of the biggest films of last year. And today, to celebrate Mario Day (MAR10), creator Shigeru Miyamoto and Illumination have officially announced the sequel is in production!

Theme Parks, Video Games

Universal Studios Hollywood and Spirit Airlines Themed-Airbus Takes Flight

February 21, 2024February 22, 2024 Michael Lee

Universal Studios Hollywood and Spirit Airlines have unveiled their first themed-airbus collaboration. The first-ever Airbus A320neo featuring a Super Nintendo World aircraft wrap took to the skies and flew from Detroit (DTW) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL). And for the passengers who want to experience the flight for themselves, the specially-themed aircraft will continue flying to destinations through May 2024.

Theme Parks

Universal Studios Hollywood’s Behind-the-Scenes Tour Attraction Celebrates Milestone

January 23, 2024January 24, 2024 Michael Lee

Universal Studios Hollywood’s Backlot Tour attraction continues to be a fan favorite for fans of movies and movie-making. Guests would board the iconic Glamour Tram, where they would be taken across the park for a behind-the-scenes look at how some of the studio’s biggest blockbusters are made. And now, that same attraction is celebrating its 60th Year.

Trailers, Video Games

Official Lin Kuei Trailer Revealed for ‘Mortal Kombat 1’

July 6, 2023July 6, 2023 Edward Hong

Today Warner Bros. Games announced Smoke and Rain as the latest playable characters joining the main roster for Mortal Kombat 1, the latest installment in the acclaimed videogame franchise developed by award-winning NetherRealm Studios.

Interview, Movies, Video Games

Meeting the Mario Bros., aka Chris Pratt and Charlie Day from ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’

April 5, 2023March 28, 2023 Mike Manalo

Let’s-a-go! Today’s the day, folks! The Super Mario Bros. Movie finally hits theaters. And to celebrate, all this week we’ve brought you the latest from stars Keegan-Michael Key and Seth Rogan, who play Toad and Donkey Kong. But today, finally, we have the biggest of these interviews! We were able to sit down with the invincible stars of the film, and greatest heroes the Mushroom Kingdom has ever seen, Mario and Luigi, themselves, Chris Pratt and Charlie Day!

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NOC Review: ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ is Super Fun but Far From Invincible

April 4, 2023April 4, 2023 Mike Manalo

In 1983, a spin off of the popular Donkey Kong arcade game hit arcades in Japan. That game was called Mario Bros., and featured the Jumpman hero of Donkey Kong, now named “Mario,” teaming up with his brother Luigi. The game became legend and 40 years later, the Super Mario Bros, as we know them today, are finally getting the big screen treatment they deserve (as I said before the 1993 movie doesn’t count). But is it the movie we deserve? Keep reading to see what we thought of The Super Mario Bros. Movie!

Interview, Movies, Video Games

Discussing Donkey Kong with ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Star Seth Rogen

April 4, 2023April 4, 2023 Mike Manalo

Donkey Kong is an icon! Little do people know Mario was actually a spin off of the original Donkey Kong game where the eponymous ape threw barrels at the then-unnamed character, “Jumpman,” who later became Mario. So when jumping into the role of the most famous video game ape in the world for The Super Mario Bros. Movie, Seth Rogen had a lot to live up to. And thankfully, he nailed the role, like he was the king of the jungle!

Interview, Movies, Video Games

Talking about Toad with Keegan-Michael Key of ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’

April 3, 2023April 3, 2023 Mike Manalo

I’m not going to lie, Toad is my favorite character from the Mario franchise. He’s small, scrappy, courageous. And he’s literally the fastest accelerator in Mario Kart, which gives me the upper hand (I’m cheap like that). So it was exciting to hear that not only would he have a prominent role in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, but also the talented voice behind him, Keegan-Michael Key, completely nailed the Toad voice!

Animation, Movies, Video Games

Happy Mar10 Day from ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’

March 10, 2023March 10, 2023 Mike Manalo

Well folks, today is March 10, or Mar10 for short. Which, for those unfamiliar, is the feast of Mario, patron saint of the Mushroom Kingdom, who defeated the evil King Koopa to save the princess and all the little toadstools from tyranny. It is a religious holiday for many, and to commemorate this, Nintendo and Illumination have released the final trailer for the highly anticipated The Super Mario Bros. Movie!

Animation, Movies, Video Games

‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Powers Up to a New Release Date

February 28, 2023February 28, 2023 Mike Manalo

The anticipation is high, and buzz must be good! Because the Mario Bros. are coming out sooner than you expected! Today, Universal has announced a new release date for The Super Mario Bros. Movie! Let’s-a-go!

Nerd Nostalgia, Podcasts

FDI Cast 166: The Trial of Sisyphus

February 24, 2023February 24, 2023 Jamie

Does it feel like everything is falling apart, like you’re constantly pushing a boulder up hill and life just kicks it down again? That’s basically what this episode is about.

Animation, Movies, Video Games

Hop on the Rainbow Road in the New Poster for ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’

February 24, 2023February 24, 2023 Mike Manalo

2023 is a good year to be a Mario Brother! Just last week, guests at Universal Studios Hollywood got to experience the first US iteration of Super Nintendo Land, and in just two months, the plucky Italian plumbers are getting their very own animated movie (I would say “first movie” if I could, but that title is unfortunately tainted, and no amount of revisionist history can change that).

Movies, Video Games

The ‘Super Mario Bros.’ Have Launched a Plumbing Site

February 13, 2023February 13, 2023 Mike Manalo

You read that correctly! With Illumination/Nintendo’s The Super Mario Bros. Movie coming out in a few short months, the marketing machine has gone into high gear for the highly anticipated adaptation of the classic characters. And part of the fun is a viral site where you can check out Mario and Luigi’s Plumbing Services for yourself!

Animation, Movies

Here We Go! New Official Trailer for ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Debuts

November 29, 2022November 29, 2022 Mike Manalo

Today, during a quick Nintendo Direct presentation, Shigeru Miyamoto, creator of Super Mario teamed up with Illumination owner and founder Chris Meledandri to unveil the new official trailer for The Super Mario Bros. Movie. While the previous trailer only teased what we are expected to see in the upcoming April release, this new one showcased a lot more. On hand during the presentation were Anya Taylor-Joy who’s voicing Peach, and Seth Rogan, who’s voicing Donkey Kong, along with his dog Zelda.

Animation, Movies, Video Games

Hear Chris Pratt’s Voice in ‘The Super Mario Bros. Movie’ Trailer

October 6, 2022October 6, 2022 Mike Manalo

Ever since it was announced, the most important issue on the Internet, plaguing all of humanity, was what Chris Pratt’s voice would sound like as Mario. And after months of speculation, panic, and memes, today Universal, Nintendo, and Illumination finally revealed the answer.

Gaming, Video Games

Rockstar Games Shows Off ‘GTA Trilogy’ Enhancements

October 22, 2021 Jamal Michel

Earlier this month, Rockstar Games announced that Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition was dropping on PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X|S, Nintendo Switch, PlayStation 4, Xbox One, and the Rockstar Games Launcher. The long awaited remastered collection of some of Grand Theft Auto‘s most iconic titles is finally within reach, and today Rockstar Games shared more details about the trilogy coming November 11.

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‘Animal Crossing: New Horizons’ to Introduce New Features in Final Free Update

October 16, 2021October 16, 2021 Jamal Michel

Remember Animal Crossing: New Horizons, that one cozy game that blew up in popularity during the pandemic? Well, it’s set to release one last free update with tons of newer and cuter features for islanders to play around with. After months of mini and seasonal updates that added different content to ACNH, players will finally get their hands on new items, meet new villagers, and explore new activities on their island.

Gaming, Mobile Games2 Comments

New Shiny Pokémon are Now Live in ‘Pokémon GO’ Halloween Event

October 15, 2021 Jamal Michel

It’s the most wonderful time of year again, and by that I mean the amazing new shiny Pokémon that come out during Niantic’s Halloween Event for Pokémon GO. This year’s festivities stretch a full two weeks, from today to October 31. Each week is themed after different Halloween related Pokémon affairs, with the first week being “Creepy Companions” and the next, “Ghoulish Pals.” As is the custom for most POGO events, Niantic is highlighting the bond we share with our Pocket Monsters and the good times associated with the season.

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Shiny Zacian and Zamazenta for ‘Pokémon Sword’ and ‘Shield’ Comes with a Twist

October 13, 2021October 13, 2021 Jamal Michel

PokéBeach, the popular fan site and gathering place for all things Pokémon news and rumors, recently announced that GameStop will soon be distributing codes for shiny versions of the legendary Galar Pokémon Zamazenta (Pokémon Shield) and Zacian (Pokémon Sword). Japan and South Korea were the first regions to get their hands on distributions of the shiny Pokémon and now the codes are making their way west. The first distribution, said to be for Zamazenta, will reportedly take place October 22.

Gaming, Video Games

Rockstar Games Announces ‘Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition’

October 8, 2021October 8, 2021 Jamal Michel

It’s not GTA 6 news but it is significant gaming news nonetheless. Today, Rockstar Games announced that the long awaited (and long rumored) Grand Theft Auto: The Trilogy – The Definitive Edition is coming later this month to PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and the Rockstar Games Launcher on PC.

Gaming, Video Games

Sora’s ‘Smash Bros.’ Reveal Proves it’s Sakurai’s World and We’re Just Living In It

October 5, 2021October 5, 2021 Jamal Michel

Masahiro Sakurai, the designer, creator, and ruler of all things Super Smash Bros., has at last revealed the final character to join the Super Smash Bros. Ultimate roster. After months of speculation, hoards of Reddit posts, and countless Twitter threads, Smash players finally got to say hello to Sora in all his polygonal glory. Sakurai made the announcement during today’s special Smash Bros. presentation called ‘Mr. Sakurai Presents.’ The one-man hype train has ushered in some of the most memorable moments and reveals in the history of Smash, and it’s no surprise he again brought the internet to its knees with today’s presentation.