Mario games have been around for decades. One of the first types of games created for some early gaming systems, they have evolved over the years into way more than what they started as. Early on the plot was to rescue the princess. To do so, Mario or his brother Luigi had to fight his way through an evil mushroom kingdom and fight off the king's minions. Later on, games such a Mario Kart, Mario vs. Donkey Kong, and more made Mario more popular than ever. As a result, parents that grew up on Mario are now playing his games with their children.
While Mario games were originally created for the original version of a particular system, they have been remade to be played on each upgraded system since. From the two dimensional Mario that could only go one way, to the three dimensional Mario 64 with the ability to travel in any direction, Mario has changed with the times. Though he can be played on virtually any system, those who grew up with him often prefer to play the original version of Mario, taking them back to their roots. They are now widely available on television gaming systems as well as hand held devices.
It is also possible to play flash versions of most Mario games on your PC. Mario Kart, Mario Rampage, Mario vs. Donkey Kong, and the original Super Mario Brothers are all available in this way. This allows anyone to play these and other games anytime without having to purchase a game cartridge or a gaming system. Most of the original versions of the games are so old by now they would not play well, so this preserves them for current and future generations to enjoy. From racing karts to fighting Donkey Kong or rescuing Princess Toadstool, Mario can finally be enjoyed by all.
Mario games have developed almost a cult following through the years, spawning cartoons, t-shirts, catch phrases, comic books, and toys. One popular shirt shows a simple mushroom with the well-known phrase for an extra life "1 up." Children who were not even born when Mario hit the scene dress up as him or his brother Luigi for Halloween. This is a sign of true popularity, that a character can remain popular through so many generations. With parents and children alike finding great joy in games involving Mario, a recipe for a great family fun night is close at hand.
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