Oct. 28, 2010
Today, Nintendo of America revealed plans to give U.S. consumers a super-special way to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Super Mario Bros.™ game series. Starting Dec. 12, the Super Mario All-Stars™
Limited Edition will be available for purchase while supplies last.
This collectible package features four classic Mario™ games playable on
the Wii™ system, a soundtrack CD and an illustrated commemorative
booklet. Sure to be a sought-after item among holiday gift-seekers, Super Mario All-Stars will be offered at a suggested retail price of $29.99.
The games included in the Super Mario All-Stars collection are Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels, Super Mario Bros. 2 and Super Mario Bros. 3. Each game features the enhanced graphics and updated sound from the Super NES™ Super Mario All-Stars
collection, and all four can be played on the Wii system using one of
several controllers: the Wii Remote™ controller, Classic Controller™,
Classic Controller Pro™ or the Nintendo GameCube™ controller.
Also included is a Super Mario History
soundtrack CD, a compilation of memorable music from the Mario
franchise. Containing classic theme songs and fun sound effects from the
original Super Mario Bros. game all the way up to this year's acclaimed Super Mario Galaxy™ 2
game, this special disc also marks the first official release of the
"Super Mario Bros. Ground Theme," widely recognized as one of the most
famous pieces of video game music in history.
Rounding out the Super Mario All-Stars collection is a 32-page Super Mario History
booklet featuring interviews, behind-the-scenes details and rare
concept art. Fans from every generation can enjoy firsthand insights
into the beginnings of Mario, illustrated with candid photos and
never-before-seen design sketches. Together with the game software and
soundtrack, it's the ultimate tribute to a unique game series.
For more information about the 25th anniversary of Super Mario Bros., visit http://mario25.nintendo.com.