TWK Reviews Episode 64: The Ups and Downs of Super Mario 64

Hello, Hero Club, TDub here and welcome to my review of the game that changed everything as we knew it, Super Mario 64 which was released in 1996 as the debut game for the Nintendo 64. Prior to this entry, Mario games were seen as relatively simple affairs. You’d go from left to right, reach the end of the stage, and repeat until you finished the game. Sure, there would be a secondary path or two that would lead you to an alternate exit but that was about it. Here…

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The Super Mario Bros. Movie November 2022 Nintendo Direct Streamed

Earlier today, Nintendo held a Nintendo Direct that took another look at The Super Mario Bros. Movie. The latest trailer features a deeper look at the film including scenes featuring Donkey Kong (Seth Rogan), Princess Peach (Anya Taylor-Joy), and more. Keep in mind this trailer features spoilers so watch at your own discretion. The Mario Bros. Movie will premiere in theaters on April 7, 2023. After seeing the latest trailer I can easily say this looks to be a pretty wild looking film. The re-designs of some of the characters…

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The Super Mario Bros. Movie Nintendo Direct Streamed

Nintendo recently held a Nintendo Direct, which focused on Illumination The Super Mario Bros. Movie. For those who are not aware, the film was first announced in 2018 and the cast was revealed during the September 2021 Nintendo Direct. The trailer features the first official look of Bowser (Jack Black) and Mario (Chris Pratt) in action along with Toad (Keegan-Michael Key). Additionally, the trailer features a first look at Kamek (Kevin Michael Richardson) and a short teaser at Luigi (Charlie Day). The Super Mario Bros. Movie will be released in…

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Illumination Super Mario Movie Delayed

Nintendo has recently updated their official Twitter with an announcement that the Illumination Super Mario Movie has been delayed. For those who are not aware, the film was first announced in 2018 and the cast was revealed during the September 2021 Nintendo Direct. The movie was originally set to debut in theaters on December 21, 2022 and will now be released on April 7, 2023 in North America and April 28, 2023 in Japan. No other details are confirmed about the project at this time of writing so stayed tuned…

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Mr. Sakurai Presents Final DLC Fighter Presentation Streamed

Recently, Masahiro Sakurai held the final Mr. Sakurai Presents presentation for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, which revealed the final DLC fighter for the game. First he revealed the potential final set of Mii Fighter costumes. Each costume will be priced at $.75 each. None of the costumes will be apart of the Fighters Pass. Octoling Wig (Splatoon) Judd Hat (Splatoon) Doom Slayer (Doom) Next, Masahiro Sakurai revealed the final fighter that will be joining the roster as a part of the second Super Smash Bros. Fighters pass. The final character…

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September 2021 Nintendo Direct Streamed

Today, Nintendo held an all-new Nintendo Direct, which featured a look at the Holiday 2021 season and beyond. First, the direct revealed that Monster Hunter Rise will be receiving a new DLC expansion titled, “Monster Hunter Rise: Sunbreak,” which will release in Summer 2022. Next, the direct revealed another look at Mario Party Superstars. The trailer reveals some returning maps, which include: Woody Woods (Mario Party 3) Yoshi’s Tropical Island (Mario Party) Horror Land (Mario Party 2) Additionally, they revealed details about a minigame only mode called Mount Minigames, which…

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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Kazuya Mishima Presentation Streamed

Recently, Masahiro Sakurai hosted a new Mr. Sakurai Presents, which focused on Kazuya Mishima. For those who are not aware, the latest announced fighter in Fighters Pass 2 is Kazuya from the Tekken franchise. First, Masahiro Sakurai took a look at Kazuya’s moveset. The moveset consist of: Neutral – Devil Blaster Side Special – Devil Fist Up Special – Devil Wings Down Special – Heaven’s Door Rage: 25% – 100% Damage Increases Power Rage’s Drive (Reset’s Rage Stage) Final Smash – Final Blaster Jab – 10 Hit Combo (Hold A…

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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Pyra/ Mythra Character Presentation Streamed

Recently Mashiro Sakurai held a Mr. Sakurai Presents presentation, which focused on Pyra/ Mythra. For those who are not aware, the duo was first announced as the next fighter in the Second Fighters Pass.  First, Sakurai took a look at the new stage. The stage will be known as the Cloud Sea of Alrest. The stage will feature the various Titans from Xenoblade Chronicles 2 as well as the various main characters from the base game.  During play, over time Azurda will bend his neck towards the background looking at the titans so it will be…

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February 2021 Nintendo Direct Streamed

Recently, Nintendo held a Nintendo Direct that featured a look at some new upcoming games as well as updates for existing games. This is a very exciting event as the last proper Nintendo Direct was held in September, 2019, so it has been over a year since a full proper Nintendo Direct was held. First, the direct revealed that Pyra and Mythra from Xenoblade Chronicles 2 will be making their way into Super Smash Bros. Ultimate as the next DLC fighter. While not much detail has been shown in how…

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Super Smash Bros. Ultimate Sephiroth Character Presentation Streamed

Masahiro Sakurai recently held a Super Smash Bros Ultimate presentation, which featured a look at Sephiroth, who is the third fighter that will be available in the second Fighters Pass. Sakurai revealed the next round of Mii Fighter Costumes. Each costume will be priced at $.75 each. None of the costumes will be apart of the Fighters Pass. The costumes include: Barret (Final Fantasy VII) Tifa (Final Fantasy VII) Aerith (Final Fantasy VII) Chocobo Hat (Final Fantasy VII) Geno (Super Mario RPG) Second, Sakurai took a look at Sephiroth’s moveset…

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