History of Super Mario Bros. Wonder in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: May 30, 2024

"Super Mario Bros. Wonder" is a 2023 side-scrolling platform video game released by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch. The game marks a return to the traditional "Super Mario" formula after the 2012 release of "New Super Mario Bros. U." Players can control iconic characters like Mario, Luigi, and other familiar faces as they embark on a quest to thwart Bowser's evil plans. Bowser, seeking dominion over the enchanting Flower Kingdom, has harnessed the power of the mystical Wonder Flower to merge himself with the kingdom's castle.

1991: Not Applicable

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2012: Release of New Super Mario Bros. U

Super Mario Bros. Wonder, released in 2023, is the first traditional 2D side-scrolling Super Mario game since New Super Mario Bros. U, which launched in 2012.

2019: Development of Super Mario Bros. Wonder Begins

Development of Super Mario Bros. Wonder commenced in 2019 following the release of New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe. The team, led by director Shiro Mouri, was given ample time to experiment with gameplay mechanics, leading to the development of unique features.

June 21, 2023: Super Mario Bros. Wonder Announcement

Super Mario Bros. Wonder was officially revealed to the public on June 21, 2023, during a Nintendo Direct presentation.

August 2023: Charles Martinet Steps Down as Mario's Voice

In August 2023, it was announced that Charles Martinet, the longtime voice of Mario, would be stepping down from the role. Kevin Afghani was announced as the new voice actor for Mario, making his debut in Super Mario Bros. Wonder, released in October 2023.

October 20, 2023: Super Mario Bros. Wonder Release

On October 20, 2023, Super Mario Bros. Wonder was released for the Nintendo Switch, marking the return of the 2D Mario series and introducing Kevin Afghani as the new voice of Mario.

2023: Super Mario Bros. Wonder Release

Super Mario Bros. Wonder, a side-scrolling platform game developed and published by Nintendo, was released in 2023. It marked a return to the traditional 2D Mario format.