Yesterday, March 10, a very special day was celebrated for video game lovers, it was the Day of mario brosthe iconic Nintendo character who has entertained millions of people around the world since his first appearance in 1981.
And this year, iPhone gamers have a special way to celebrate Mario Day: with a special retro track from Mario Kart Tour and many other surprises.
Mario Day is celebrated every year on March 10, and it has an interesting story behind it. On March 10, 1990, Nintendo released Super Mario Bros 3 in Japan, one of the most popular and acclaimed games in the Mario series.
Since then, March 10 has become an iconic date for Mario fans around the world, and Nintendo celebrates it with special events and releases.
This year, iPhone gamers can join the Mario Day celebration by downloading the latest update from mario kart tour, the popular mobile racing game from Nintendo.
The update includes a special retro track called “DS Mario Circuit”, which is an updated version of a classic track from the Super Nintendo Entertainment System game.
In addition to the new track, the update also includes a series of game-themed challenges and rewards. Mariosuch as items and characters from the series that players can unlock by completing certain quests.
If you don’t already have it, you can download Mario Kart Tour for free on iPhone and iPad, although the game includes in-app purchases.
Currently, the game is in its eighth season, featuring drivers in an 8-bit graphic style.
The latest update to the game includes a feature that allows users to play one stage for free every day, even if they haven’t purchased the full game, as long as they have a linked Nintendo account.
Whether you’re a regular gamer or have never played before, you can download Super Mario Run for free from the App Store and enjoy the free levels by linking your Nintendo Account.
Other ways to celebrate Mario Day on iPhone include playing other Nintendo mobile games like Super Mario Run and Dr. Mario World, or downloading and playing classic Mario games on iPhone emulators.
Nintendo has also announced that it is opening its mostly paid-for Super Mario Run to promote the release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie, which is set to open in theaters on April 5, 2023.
It’s unclear exactly what this means, but there is speculation that it could include in-game discounts or the availability of movie-themed content.
However, for Mario Day, Nintendo has decided to make some Super Mario Run levels available for free.
There’s also a limited-buy event in the in-game store offering Mario-themed items for a limited time.
Mario is one of the most iconic and recognizable characters in popular culture, having appeared in more than 200 games and sold more than 600 million copies worldwide.
As the most successful video game franchise in history, Mario has significantly influenced popular culture and introduced many innovations and concepts to the video game industry, such as the life system, power-ups, and secret levels.
Mario has also been a popular character in other media, including television, film, and comics.
Although the live-action movie based on the Mario series released in 1993 was not well received by critics, Mario has appeared in various TV shows, such as an 1980s animated series and a Japanese variety show called “GameCenter. CX”.
The evolution of technology has created many exciting possibilities for the Mario franchise and video games in general.
Virtual and augmented reality are two technologies that could change the way Mario games are played in the future.
Recent examples of these possibilities are the launch of Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit, which allows players to create race tracks in their own homes using radio-controlled toys, and the Mario theme park called Super Nintendo World, in Japan from 2021.
In the park, visitors can enjoy rides based on classic Mario games and interact with characters from the series.
Mario Day is a very important date for video game fans and an opportunity to celebrate the iconic Nintendo character who has entertained generations of gamers.
The Mario franchise and the world of video games are constantly evolving, which makes it exciting to think about what the future might hold for the franchise and for gamers around the world.
We must highlight that not only Apple joined the celebration of Mario’s day, but also Google, Universal Studios, Target, Build-a-Bear, Workshop, Hot Topic, Macy’s, LEGO, Kellogg’s, Telcel among others.
