One of my favorite YouTube shows, The Gaming Historian, dropped a new video today, and it’s all about the Game Boy. Well, the Super Mario Land trilogy released on the Game Boy.
Host Norman Caruso takes a look at these three landmark titles for Nintendo’s handheld, offering insights into their development, reception, and impact on the greater Mario universe.
All three games were a staple in my house growing up. My mom, my sister, and I all spent countless hours with Mario and Wario. Wario might have come out on top – at least for Mom and me. That game has such a sinister charm and clever design that clearly established the character’s longevity.
Handheld History 