Why is Mario Popular? Mario is the Perfect Video Game Character (Analysis of Character/Game Design)

[@Bundle_Exists]

Mario is Made by a Japanese person Is Italian Speaks English And Looks kinda Mexican Don’t be racist, be like Mario

[@hariv5664]

Underrated 🤣

[@7Kazi7]

:o Yes

[@jeffersonbarahona9013]

runs and jumps like a black person

[@SkyStrife2690]

@@jeffersonbarahona9013 as a black person I aprove.

[@wickedviscus2139]

as a mexican, i approve

[@MrMarinus18]

Mario isn't entirely bland though. He does have a very carefree attitude. He also has several character traits like being obsessed with food and slightly dim-witted. Though unfortunately those traits don't surface often.

[@traviscunningham7062]

You forgot the expressions he makes in Odyssey.

[@firestriker3580]

He ain’t dim witted tho and those traits DO surface

[@paulgilbert5278]

Yeah I wouldn’t say Mario is dim witted, rather he’s a bit naive

[@traviscunningham7062]

What’s your guys opinion on Mario? To me, he’s so daring and competitive! He even saved video games back in 1985. He’s just a great character. People can think he’s uninteresting but that’s their opinion. Mario’s personality is optimistic, competitive, daring, courageous, heroic, and energetic. Mario is just so iconic! Go Mario!

[@geschnitztekiste4111]

He also has some negative traits in the RPGs which make him a little more interesting. He has a big ego and is sometimes a little inconsiderate towards Luigi (not that he hates him like the internet seems to see it tho). He can come off as a little naive, too

[@nathanielamoah1127]

@@geschnitztekiste4111 What ego?

[@liviecarter1854]

Mario is truly the best video game character and brother of all time without mario Nintendo wouldn’t even exist

[@samuelmelendez7566]

And to think Mario as a mascot sounds weird in theory but works in practice

[@shonenbois]

RayMan Is the most underrated Video Character of the 2000’s in my opinion Rayman Legends was an underrated game

[@DrUpauli]

For real

[@shonenbois]

DrUpauli I Hope they make a comeback Game✊🏿

[@saudbintalib2567]

@@DrUpauli I love both mario and sonic but unfortunately mario has the better games and I played them all non-stop not sure about sonic's future or where he's heading because he's notorious for being featured in the worst games ever made in gaming history

[@nullv2.068]

@@saudbintalib2567 + he is the only successful sega character Without him sega is DEAD

[@saudbintalib2567]

@@nullv2.068 definitely

[@LordVanOskuro]

There's also the fact that Mario isn't a character that doesn't embody physical perfection.

[@firestriker3580]

Not true

[@LordVanOskuro]

@@firestriker3580 He's not a beefcake or a model, he's short and kinda chubby. But he proves time and time again that isn't a problem.

[@lou626]

​@@LordVanOskuro So TRUE!

[@M64bros]

I was born in the year May 16th 2000. A few years later I played a game. Called Mario Bros. (AKA the one after donkey Kong AKA the very first appearance of Luigi) I played it on the NES and it was a blast. If 3 years after that I played another Mario game called Super Mario 64 and Super Smash Bros 64 as well. then that's how I started like Mario. It was like meeting a character I can actually relate to and love for life along with the company that made the iconic plumber. So basically Mario Bros and Super Mario 64 got me to love Mario and Nintendo for a lifetime. Mario is the true iconic video game character of all time. We will love him forever.

[@hoseinbmr3449]

Mario and Sonic are both perfect game mascots , but each in a different way

[@firestriker3580]

Sonic isn’t perfect

[@Gabriel-zy7ee]

Thank you.

[@anastasyacortuna8551]

Sonic lost its interest

[@edgarmirth5020]

mario has the tightest controls and the prettiest landscapes, that's why.

[@shrek-itgamer6214]

Mario was my favorite childhood hero that i grew up with. And I don't care if he's a bland character or a psychopathic loonatic (it doesn't matter what he has done, he's still a good guy!) mario is a creative character that was design very easy to appeal young gamers and even older fans that grew up with him in the new latest titles. I mean just look at him, red cap with his letter "M" symbol, has a moustache on his face, he's been wearing overralls and gloves for decades, going alone on his adventures stopping monsters while doing stunts. Mario is a cool character, he's more iconic and more recognizable than other video game characters. People who say mario is a "bland" or "boring" character because he doesn't have that much of the "personality" are just straight up stupid! I've seen him alot in those games for the most fact that he does have a personality unlike other medias like the cartoons, movies, and comic books which is not canon. I don't find him boring and a psychopath, i find mario very interesting and he's is still a hero no matter what people think of him!

[@traviscunningham7062]

Agreed. Mario is actually a great character!

[@firestriker3580]

He isn’t a bland character and he isn’t a psychopathic loonatic.

[@firestriker3580]

They are canon, miyamoto even states that Mario has no canon

[@liviecarter1854]

Thank you preach 🎉

[@Stark9056]

So all those words just to say "I like Mario because nostalgia"

[@jacobthecork1606]

I initially wasn't into Mario but recently I have started getting into it after playing 1 of the original Mario games and super Mario.

[@traviscunningham7062]

I agree that Mario is the best video game character ever! He is better than Luigi in my opinion. Why? Because he is fearless, has better traction, and he has three sidekicks that give him different powers and abilities: FLUDD, who can let Mario spray icky paint like goop, Luma, who can give Mario a special spin ability, and Cappy, who can help Mario capture enemies and objects. So Mario>Luigi.

[@traviscunningham7062]

I know that ALOT of people will disagree with me.

[@mikumika3819]

@@traviscunningham7062 I wouldn't say he's fearless, because really no one can be fearless, I mean, look at the ending of mario galaxy and take a look at how terrified mario looks when luma has to sacrifice himself

[@traviscunningham7062]

@@mikumika3819 he doesn’t look terrified, he feels bad for Luma’s sacrifice. I bet Rosalina will feel bad for him too.

[@traviscunningham7062]

@@datonemarioguy I feel like Luigi is overrated, because of Game Theory. Don’t believe everything you see on the Internet.

[@traviscunningham7062]

@@mikumika3819 do you like Mario?

[@chakkritchroenlai]

I see big potential for you channel, love to listen you talking and explaining, commenting just to let you know than 💁🏽‍♂️

[@DrUpauli]

Thank you 🤠

[@coltonk.3086]

“This is why Level creator games don’t do very well.” Mario Maker: *Am I a joke to you?*

[@Muddy120]

Mario also uses a hammer which shows he’s a plumber besides his outfit

[@nullv2.068]

He never actually use a single wrench in games but in TV shows the topic is different

[@firestriker3580]

@@nullv2.068 Yes he does use a wrench in a game and not only in tv

[@Mr.EnderFR]

I realized that I loved Mario games since I wad basically 3. That's insane and I didn't notice that (I played my first games in 2010 on the Wii)

[@troyhayder6986]

The princess is always in another castle... Story of my life...

[@traviscunningham7062]

We don’t need story. We need gameplay.

[@jamestolbert1856]

I like his optimistic, determined, and heroic attitude

[@md03250]

You should have a LOT more subs. Great stuff

[@noobs64]

He’s a great character, but he’s still not in smash. 😓

[@superadam64]

Wut 😂

[@TusharSundarka]

@@superadam64 I think he means he's underrepresented?

[@aweik4937]

Tushar Sundarka No he was just being ironic

[@Restingintheclouds]

What u mean?

[@Juan_1603]

He is actually in smash but he is an echo fighter of Dr. Mario

[@emeraldjolteon1472]

mario is like the water,to sonic's(and other characters) soda. yes soda is a more unique drink.but it's not something that you drink everyday .sonic speedy character is charming and catches an audience,but for people who prefer more careful control struggle with sonic's gameplay .while mario is the drink that you can always come to. its not unique but its reliable.not too slow,but not too fast. not overpowered but strong enough to keep ou intersted. also i draw a lot of sonic and mario art. and Sonic more pointy design makes him look "edgy" or cool even in light hearted art,but mario can be cool,cute,dorky or scary if need be

[@desdar100]

Sick video

[@Denise-jm1cz]

I agree mario is the most popular in Nintendo

[@Choshek]

what will happen to super mario when shigeru miyamoto passes away? i never see anyone explain these kinda questions?

[@traviscunningham7062]

He’ll still be alive just like Mickey Mouse.

[@Choshek]

@@traviscunningham7062 no i ment like how would the games be like now without shigeru miyamoto touch of juice into it

[@jacklaverty4310]

@@Choshek well when oddesy got mage yoshi I forget his second namwas more important in the game than Miyamoto

[@thelegendarymarioman8461]

​@@Choshekgames Would be the same

[@firestriker3580]

Mario is more cooler and more popular than Sonic in the 90s and in the present

[@Kamino.Shimobe]

Mario is a simp. Simps are in style. Therefore the key takeaway is to make your character a simp and they’ll go far.

[@cag_0k642]

For a simp he’s got mad hoes ( looks at toadette)

[@santiagoramirez9601]

Simp

[@maikeruasmr8591]

How the heck is Mario a simp? If you're referring to the fact that he has to save Princess Peach everytime then don't you think that's more to do that he has to save the rule of a SOVEREIGN NATION? Yeah he's in love with Peach but he still has a duty to not just her but to her subjects.

[@traviscunningham7062]

@@maikeruasmr8591 The whole Mario is a simp thing is just a meme.

[@nullv2.068]

@@traviscunningham7062 yeah like TAILS IS A FURRY LOL

[@SuperMarioLoudHouse]

Yeah

[@stargamer8878]

Here comes the salty sonic fans 👁👁

[@paulgilbert5278]

Fellow Paul

[@platonymous_]

super mario

[@connormclernon26]

Because of Mario’s plain and somewhat unremarkable nature, he is very pliable as a character and can fit in a lot of different genres without issue. Sonic was cool, yes, but his character was much more specialized which made it far more awkward to push him into other genres than platforming

[@nullv2.068]

Heck even sonic team racing or aka mario kart rip-off has failed because WHY WOULD SONIC DRIVE A CAR

[@yungmuney5903]

@@nullv2.068 Because he wants to?

[@nullv2.068]

@@yungmuney5903 so he wants to rip-off mario kart? That's something highly expected from him

[@traviscunningham7062]

@@nullv2.068 Sonic has a bad personality compared to Mario.

[@undeadbatman9762]

@@traviscunningham7062 Nah, Mario is just an avatar most of the time while Sonic actually has traits that make him a more interesting character.

[@BlackMantisRed]

Is Mario actually popular, all I hear online is how people prefer Luigi, People say he is the most bland character to play in Mario Kart, Mario sports games and Mario Party, Most people I see playing Mario wonder to choose someone other than Mario.

[@pikachudasavage3086]

#Cool

[@Austinator0630]

This analysis explains why the sonic franchise suffers so much.

[@hosay9019]

Mario is GOD

[@nullv2.068]

Ok. Let's not go that far

[@hosay9019]

5aLLD ZZZ oop

[@nullv2.068]

@Jason J i mean let's not worship fictional characters just for fun..

[@nullv2.068]

@Jason J yeah this what i am saying. At the end they are just games bruh

[@nullv2.068]

@Jason J i know i know. And i like mario don't get me wrong. But calling him a God is kind of exaggerated in my opinion :/

[@ThatIsAlie]

You are so cool

[@duncookie]

I like the overall quality of the video and while I agree with a lot of what you said, the argument with the silent characters simply doesn't make any sense. Mainly because Master Chief and Sans aren't silent characters at all. Especially Sans, who is very well defined and has a unique personality. Plus, he's not even a playable character to begin with. I personally think that the popularity of Mario in the United States came from the accessibility of Nintendo consoles on the US market back in the day and the overall quality and smoothness of the gameplay. I come from eastern Europe and while I heard about Mario and even was able to play some Mario games occasionally, I never really saw the appeal of the character, I was more into the game mechanics. I'll leave a dislike on the video because I simply disagree with the points made but I definitely see a lot of potential in your channel so please do make more content. It's interesting to see you present your own point of view. :)

[@undeadbatman9762]

While I liked the video I can see why. Mario never really stuck with me, his character just feels lifeless and sure he DOES have a personality being happy go lucky but that’s generic for me.

[@traviscunningham7062]

@@undeadbatman9762 So? Look at Kirby, Cuphead, Link, Pikachu, and Rayman. All of them have happy go lucky personality. And don’t say Luigi is better than Mario because he’s a wimp.

[@traviscunningham7062]

Sans is boring.😒 I don’t even like Undertale.

[@undeadbatman9762]

@@traviscunningham7062 Kirby and pikachu are supposed to be cute not blank. Cup head is naive and Link is supposed to be a silent protagonist. Mario is just staring forwards and occasionally being happy.

[@traviscunningham7062]

@@undeadbatman9762 What about Mickey? He’s occasionally happy like Mario.

[@TeenWolfJesus42069]

L

[@firestrikerii810]

Shut up

[@TeenWolfJesus42069]

@@firestrikerii810 balls

[@AlSeg]

Well, I think it depends on each person, I don't feel any apealing to Mario franchise because is bland and has remainded the same for several years now, their characters are... Ok, I've played some of its games but not many stuck with me, then again, might be just a question on tastes

[@mattbelcher7135]

Play Super Mario Galaxy and see if that game will make you a fan. That game is one of the greatest of all time

[@AlSeg]

@@mattbelcher7135 I do actually want to play it! Rosalina's character pretty interesting tbh (didn't know about her when wrote this comment)

[@traviscunningham7062]

@@AlSeg go play it. One of the best Mario games!

[@traviscunningham7062]

Why are you watching the video about Mario?

[@AlSeg]

@@traviscunningham7062 Just curiosity, I've been more of a Play Station gamer so I was searching for some Nintendo stuff

[@lilgabbo2587]

Mario has no unique personalities, he’s entirely 1 dimensional, doesn’t properly speak and looks so boring, a fat middle aged Italian plumber is so relatable to kids I see why he’s the best character totally

[@connormclernon26]

Because he’s so 1 dimensional, he can fit in virtually every genre with a bit of work and not be too horribly out of place

[@traviscunningham7062]

@@connormclernon26 Mario does have Personality! He’s the fearless hero who tries to help everyone.

[@connormclernon26]

@@traviscunningham7062 yeah, I know, but compared to sonic he’s a bit blander

[@traviscunningham7062]

@@connormclernon26 I don’t like Sonic because he is OVERRATED. At least Mario has personality in some games. And Sonic is not owned by Nintendo.

[@YTatNight]

@@connormclernon26 ...fat?

[@chocobochick5390]

Mario. Perfect? Uhhhhhhh....I don't know about that one. I mean I like him don't get me wrong but I'm not so sure about him being the perfect gaming character. To be frank I think 2B is a better character than him. See the thing is I'd probably agree if his games weren't so boring these days. I think they are. And as much as I like him saving Peach it's overdone.

[@connormclernon26]

It’s because he’s so bland and boring that allows him to fit in so many different games and genres with only a little work required

[@chocobochick5390]

@@connormclernon26 lol

[@traviscunningham7062]

@@connormclernon26 Mario is not bland!

[@sonoio3410]

2B? Are you fucking kidding me?

[@chocobochick5390]

@@sonoio3410 gee I dunno what do you think?

[@starlightrose3237]

Mario is good, but I wouldn't call him a perfect character. Personally, Mario being simple and bland is what turns me away from the games.

[@hannahgarcia8645]

I agree! I really like Mario, but his character is limited to two traits; heroic and confident. This is why I (seemingly along with a lot of people) like Luigi a little more. If you get the chance, check out Luigi's Mansion. He's expressive, funny, and shows development as he struggles with his cowardice yet overcomes it and acheives the end goal (haha I mean ofc he must, because he's a game character, but it shows that there was thought put into his facial expressions and reactions).

[@traviscunningham7062]

@@hannahgarcia8645 Mario does have a personality. He’s bright, cheerful and is always ready to protect his friends.

[@superboyprime940]

@@traviscunningham7062 that’s not exactly personality or defining traits😂

[@traviscunningham7062]

Mario does have personality. He is the protagonist of the Super Mario franchise. You’ll need to stop saying that Mario doesn’t have personality or else I’ll block you!

[@traviscunningham7062]

@@superboyprime940 you’re a noob!

[@thefattesthagrid]

I recently played one of the newer games and was kinda stumped how infantile the gameplay and everything is. Like a toddler designed the whole game.

[@Noname-fb1mm]

I honestly think he's the worst, weakest, and most sociopathic character in fiction. Mario has no personality, no emotions, and shows no concern for his brother. He also easily gets killed from animals and only has 2 health unless you get power ups. He also kills wigglers and steps on Luigi's shoe and kidnaps Donkey kong. He literally has all the "qualities" of how a villain should be written, and that's Mario.

[@axolotl2686]

Troll smarter,not harder.

[@Noname-fb1mm]

@@axolotl2686 So having an opinion = troll. Nice use of the word -_-

[@axolotl2686]

@@Noname-fb1mm Nice trolling

[@Noname-fb1mm]

@@axolotl2686 No u

[@axolotl2686]

@@Noname-fb1mm Nearly everything in your initial comment is objectively wrong.,it's not a fucking "oPINon",it's a goddamned LIE.