LOL: Misleading Xbox 360 Advertisement
by Chad Lakkis on October 30, 2008

Would I like to win an Xbox 360 console?? Sure!! Wait, what the hell do Super Mario and Yoshi have to do with an Xbox 360? This appears to be a University campus message board, so let’s hope the person who made this isn’t an advertising major. Sheesh.
Source: flickr.com
Miyamoto Joins Three of His Video Game Creations in a Legendary Animated Short
by Chad Lakkis on October 18, 2008

Shigeru Miyamoto teams up with a trio of video game characters he created in an impressive short illustrated and animated by Newgrounds user, Awkward-Squid.
The concept behind the flash animation, titled “Legend of Miyamoto”, involves Mario, Link, and Donkey Kong helping their video game father make his way through their world. Squid says that the work was rushed a bit due to the fact it was being done as a university assignment, but I think it turned out great.
Check it out after the jump. Read more…
Wii Review: Mario Super Sluggers
by Rangebar Merani on September 26, 2008

Mario Super Sluggers is a perfect fit for the Nintendo Wii with fun arcade-style gameplay, colorful and interactive environments, and simple toss-and-swing motion controls, Sluggers has all the makings of a typical Mario sports game. Read more…
Super Mario: Bowser’s Minions Get Even
by Chad Lakkis on July 30, 2008

If you ever wondered what would happen if all of Bowser’s minions got together, questioned his authority, formed a union, and refused to operate by his rules any longer, then this video is for you. Enjoy. Read more…
Geeked-Out: Space Invaders Cupcakes
by Chad Lakkis on July 28, 2008

Throwing some game related art on a few tasty cupcakes is surely a double edged sword dipped in frosting. Part of you wants to admire the art, while the other part wants to eat the damn cupcakes.
The 8-bit Space Invaders cupcake display above is the work of Flickr user (and pixel baker), Hello Naomi. Naomi has also used her baking super powers to create Mario and Pac Man cupcakes.
Hey Nintendo, if you are reading this, we totally expect to see Super Mario cupcakes in the waiting area before your next E3 press conference. Just one of the many ways you can make it up to us.
[Thanks Jeff]
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Geeked-Out: Mario and Jaws Mashup - Swim Mario!
by Chad Lakkis on July 10, 2008

Oh no! Look out Mario! Swim for your liiiiiiiiife! The beautifully illustrated “Mario meets Jaws” art above is the brainchild of 24 year-old deviantART user Ian Austin (aka:mostlymade). Kudos to Ian for bringing shrooms of joy to gaming geeks everywhere. Check out Ian’s portfolio site at coroflot.com/mostlymade.
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Cal Marching Band Levels Up with 16-bit Video Game Halftime Show
by Chad Lakkis on November 15, 2007

If you were lucky enough to be in attendance during this years Cal vs Washington State game, you not only witnessed a 3 point victory by the Golden Bears, you were also treated to a pretty amazing video game themed half time sow by the Cal Marching Band. This video will have you wiping the dust off your old console and itching to play some 16 bit Zelda. Have at it after the jump. Read more…








