Shigeru Miyamoto has recently graced the world with his insights on the Super Mario franchise, sprinkled with a dash of charm and a hefty side of nostalgia. The conversation took place in the latest issue of Casa Brutus, a Japanese magazine that caters to enthusiasts of design, architecture, and all things that make one question their life choices while looking at a well-constructed castle in Mario.
Mario in the Spotlight
In what might be considered an attempt to outshine everyone else’s favorite plumber, the magazine devoted substantial space to the iconic Nintendo character. The issue delves into numerous riveting topics, from the origins of Super Mario Bros. to the spectacular Nintendo Museum and the whimsical Super Nintendo World theme park. It’s a treasure trove for any Mario aficionado, or as some might say, a “Mariotastic” experience.
The Box Office Blockbuster
Venturing into the cinematic world, Miyamoto confidently chirped about the upcoming sequel to the Super Mario Galaxy movie. Coming off the heels of the first film’s $1.3 billion haul, he stressed, “The Super Mario Bros. Movie was made possible through the tireless efforts of many talented individuals.” Apparently, everyone enthusiastically grabbed their tools and got to work – no plumber’s wrenches were harmed in the making of that delightful chaos!
Miyamoto also added that he’s been keeping the production shipshape, ensuring the team operates smoother than Mario slides down a flagpole. “Many people involved said they’d like to work on the next project,” he noted, “so I guess that means we succeeded to some extent?” It’s always a good sign when the crew is willing to tackle another round of Goomba-stomping antics!
A Galaxy of Fun
Let’s not forget the slight teaser about the next movie’s setting: “The galaxy,” he exclaimed, as if that wasn’t already obvious from the title. Miyamoto is in the blissful “final stages of production,” and cheekily quipped, “I’ll keep working on it until it becomes fun.” Funny how that concept hasn’t quite caught on in all industries. Perhaps more managers need to adopt this strategy.
Forty Years of Mario Milestones
As the series celebrates its impressive 40th anniversary, the nostalgia flows like pixels on a 16-bit screen. Miyamoto expressed his fondness for every little jump and power-up he has been a part of. “After we wrapped up Super Mario World, it felt like we had combed through every pixel in 2D,” he recalled, reminiscing about the glorious leap to 3D with Super Mario 64, which contributed to a joy that still outshines anything found in a real-life platform.
The Future is Bright, and Possibly Pink
Peering into the crystal ball, it seems that Miyamoto is gearing up to embrace a much-lauded position of casual observer. As Mario ventures into theme parks and movie worlds, he looks forward to the adventures unfolding, much like a kid watching a magic show from the audience. “Up through Super Mario Odyssey, I feel we’ve done just about everything possible on the Switch,” he mused, wondering what the new team might conjure up next. “But maybe I’ll say, ‘I won’t look anymore!’—I just hope to stay healthy until Mario’s 50th anniversary!” And who wouldn’t want to see what a centenarian Mario looks like?
A Mario Celebration
And lest one forget, in honor of the legendary plumber’s 40-year saga, Miyamoto and the original development crew featured prominently in an issue of the Nintendo Museum Official Book—serving up nostalgia like some delicious spaghetti at a Toad’s café.
All things considered, it seems that Mario’s future is full of promise and wobbly mushroom-shaped adventures. Time to buckle up and grab those popcorn kernels because this whimsical ride shows no signs of slowing down. Bring on the galaxies!
