I Got Skyward Sword

That's right, the time has finally arrived for me to test out my new LoZ: Skyward Sword Special Edition. I can't wait to PWN Goblins with a Golden Wii Remote!

Super Mario 3D Land AND Skyward Sword

Today is a lucky day for Australian fans of Nintendo (like me) as it marks the release of Super Mario 3D Land as well as The Legend of Zelda: Skyward Sword on Australian shores. I know what you're thinking, and yes, Australia is late. While people in the UK and USA have already finished these games, they only just came out in Australia. That is why I placed my order on Skyward Sword from the UK. (But it still hasn't arrived yet!!!).

Anyway, my point is now is a great time to be a Nintendo fan as the latest and best Zelda game arrives almost simultaneously to the 3DS's first killer game from Nintendo that isn't a port!

So, I hope you guys have fun with these games, and I hope my shipment comes soon!

Drive a Full-Sized Mario Kart!

Have you ever wanted to drive a real life Mario Kart? Well, now you can if you are a member of GameStop's PowerUp Rewards program, who will be holding a competition where for every purchase at gamestop two entries are given to the buyer. Then, two super lucky winners will win an actual full-sized Mario Kart.

Note: Reggie (driver) not included.

Now I wish they had GameStop stores in Australia!

PETA Anti-Mario Campaign Was a Joke?

If you've been keeping up with Mario news recently, you might have noticed that PETA has made a campaign against Mario wearing a Tanooki suit, saying that it encourages fur trade for Tanookis in Japan.

Of course, most people who have read about this are just thinking "It's just Mario, a game. How could it encourage fur trade?" Well, PETA responded today stating-

Mario fans: Relax! PETA’s game was meant to be tongue-in-cheek, a fun way to call attention to a serious issue, that raccoon dogs are skinned alive for their fur. We wish real-life tanukis could fly or swat enemies away with their tails and escape from those who profit from their skins. You can help them by never buying real fur.

But still, I thought this whole venture was a bit mean to Mario!

Mario Pictures on Tumblr

Recently, as you may be aware, I started partially running this blog on Tumblr. Well, I have found some nice pictures of Mario there- Here are some of them!

From- http://flyingmouse365.tumblr.com/

From- http://slimemansion.com

From- http://www.gamememo.com 

Also from GameMemo

Ultimate Mario on Tumblr

I have now created a mini-blog on Tumblr that contains essentially the same content as this one. You can check it out here!

K'NEX Mario Kart Wii?

I couldn't help but notice that K'nex has recently released a Mario Kart Wii range of toys where kids can build their own Mario Kart Wii tracks.

Good idea and all, but, aren't they a little bit late on the Mario kart Wii bandwagon, like 3 years late? 

Also, isn't $30 US a bit expensive for one quarter of a track? Well, at least $100 for bowser's castle isn't too bad, and the start and finish sets are alright value.

Is this worth $100 to you? HELLZ YEAH!

Is this worth $30? Just no...

To have an "exclusive" look at this toy range, just watch this video. WARNING- Most likely won't entice you to buy the product!

Is Skyward Sword the Best Zelda Game Ever?

In short, yes!

I have been waiting over a week for IGN to publish their review on LoZ: Skyward Sword because I had seen Game Informer and Edge Magazine give it a clear 10/10 but the folks at IGN are tough reviewers and they point out errors even in "flawless games". However, not only did Skyward Sword recieve a 10/10 by them, but it was also crowned the BEST ZELDA GAME EVER!

So, Skyward Sword is better than Ocarina of Time, the game highly regarded as one of the best games ever. This is a huge feat for the Zelda franchise, arguably the highest reviewed video game franchise ever.

So, hop on www.ign.com for IGN's full review.

Rayman VS Mario, Who's The Real Winner?

If you remember, a while back I created a face-off between Mario and Rayman, foreseeing the winner. Well, now both Super Mario 3D Land and Rayman Origins have been reviewed by IGN, and that means I will be comparing the two in different game aspects-

Graphics- SM3DL has what is arguably the best graphics on the 3DS, which creates a nice, neat game. Meanwhile, Rayman Origins has one of the most interesting and unique artstyles ever, making it just above Mario in this aspect.
Winner- Rayman!

looks better in 3D!

Sound- In Rayman Origins the music track almost perfectly matches the gameplay, and includes some catchy tunes. However, the constant babbling from secondary characters can get annoying. Super Mario 3D Land, however, has an outstanding array of sound effects and old and new music that make this game have one of the most catchy soundtracks in any platformer to date.
Winner- Mario!

Gameplay- Whereas Rayman boasts co-op play and hilarious moves, Super Mario 3D Land has the most addicting and fun game mechanics of any other Mario handheld game to date, and that is saying something!
Winner- Mario!

Did I forget to mention that you can slap your friends?

Lasting Appeal- Rayman Origins offers tons of replayability to have with your mates with numerous amounts of collectibles, however Super Mario 3D Land has a sheer mass of levels! And, with added Streetpass connectivity, it is one of the most replayable games in the Mario series, making this a clear winner.
Winner- Mario!


Winner- Although its graphics will never match Rayman Origin's, Super Mario 3D Land has managed to  trump its competitor in all other categories, making it a must-have for the 3DS. So, therefore, let me say this battle is over and the winner is Super Mario 3D Land!

Super Mario 3D Land Trailers!

Now, there are a lot of Mario trailers out there, and some of them are nice, but others are just plain repetitive. And so you don''t have to look at all of them, I have decided to post the best 3.

Also, if you're pressed for time, just watch all three at once!

Mario Explains the 3DS

Still not sure what the 3DS is, let Mario himself explain it to you- "WooHoooo!"

I don't think I've ever heard him speak for that long! Well, obviously he's got a lot to say about it.

Poll! Which One Is The Best Mario Platformer?

You may have noticed that I have listed some Mario 3D platformers on the right hand side of this blog and asked which one is the best. This is just a reminder to VOTE! (Because that makes you awesome!).

On another note, am I the only one who prefers Super Mario Sunshine to Super Mario Galaxy? Am I the only one who thought Fludd, the water machine introduced in the game, was cool? AM I???

I really hope Nintendo remembers those awesome times Mario had with Fludd and brings the machine back sometime. It was so fun!

Fancy Pants Adventures!

It's the question everybody has asked themselves- What if Mario and Sonic were both mashed together and turned into some super platforming hero? Well, the answer to that is fancy pants-A game where the player controls a stick figure with pretty mad pants, and they have to complete levels running and jumping like a madman!

I recently picked up the (relatively) new Fancy Pants Adventures for the PS3. And it is definitely a good game. Fancy Pants is just so fun to play.


I recommend buying it for only $10-15 (depending where you live) off the PlayStation Store or Xbox Live as it is definitely worth it. The only disappointing part is that it's not available on the Wii.


Although, if you do not have a PS3, Xbox 360 or $15, then I recommend playing the original Fancy Pants flash games for FREE! I recommend starting at the second game which is available at http://armorgames.com/play/553/the-fancy-pants-adventure-world-2

New Zelda Game for 3DS

Famous Zelda director and producer Eiji Aonuma has recently told a Portuguese website (translating to MyGames) that there is a new Zelda game currently in production for the 3DS. This is great news for fans and newcomers alike, as he explained that this game is completely new and not the remake of Majora's Mask we were expecting.

Eiji also stated that this game is not going to be a direct sequel to any of the top down handheld games Nintendo has released, meaning that this game might utilise the 3DS's 3D feature by making a third person game, similar to Ocarina of Time 3DS. Either that or Nintendo might be trying to attempt to make a 2D platformer type of game!

Well, whether it is top down or first person, Toon Link or normal Link, there's one thing that's for sure- This is one game to keep an eye on!

Mario 3d Land VS Rayman Origins

As most platformer fans know, there are two highly anticipated platformer games coming out in time for Christmas this year. So, who will win- the colourful Rayman Origins or the nostalgic Super Mario 3D Land? Only time will tell... or an OLD FASHIONED FACE-OFF!

In the left corner...                          MARIO!

Being arguably the world's most recognised video game characters, it is nearly impossible that you have never heard of him before. It would also be hard to compete with him, as nearly all of his games have been both commercial and critical successes! In his new game, Super Mario 3D Land, he has a boomerang power-up and he isn't afraid to use it. Add a tanooki tail, old fashioned gameplay and flagpoles and you have one tough opponent.


And in the right corner...                RAYMAN!

After all this talk about Mario, it must seem like the winner has already been decided, but Rayman never backs down from a fight. He's got a few moves up his sleeve as well, which make up for his lack of limbs. As shown in his countless "10 Ways to..." videos that are all over the internet, he is not lacking in style. Wimpy as he looks, he has an ace of cards- Multiplayer! One of the only things Super Mario 3D Land is missing!


So, now to announce the winner. Who's the winning character? Well, my answer is-

Super Mario 3D Land

Well, this is a Mario blog, so it would be weird to recommend another character's game! But if you are into multiplayer mayhem then Rayman Origins is well worth a look at!

Random Nintendo News #2

Again, I don't have much time to post, but I am here to tell you everything you don't need to know about nintendo- Here's the news!

• Shigeru Miyamoto, creator of Mario, Zelda and much more is the web's 3rd most popular game makers, as stated by PeekScores.
• Link can now go to a toilet in Skyward Sword. See it at http://au.ign.com/videos/2011/11/01/the-legend-of-zelda-skyward-sword-link-on-the-toilet!
• World's biggest Zelda FanFest has happened in the heart of Nottingham, called Game City's Zelda Day.
• Nothing much more, but only a few more sleeps until Super Mario 3D Land comes out!

New Mario Kart 3DS Characters!

Nintendo Power has recently revealed that Wiggler and Queen Bee will now be in Mario kart 7, along with the already announced Metal Mario and Lakitu.

This decision has surprised many fans, who still await the comeback of Waluigi in the Kart series. I agree actually, as before they go into any of these obscure members, they really need to make Waluigi playable.

This also brings up the question of how wriggler can fit into a kart! Maybe he actually doesn't have one and instead runs the race...

More will be revealed later as fans anxiously await the next release of the popular kart series.