Mario and gang have had quite the epic year, thus far! From a blockbuster title on the big screen to a fantastic new addition to the series’lineup of 2D gamesand don’t forget the soon-to-be-releasedSuper MarioRPG remake, Mario fans certainly are eating well! Suffice it to say, alongside the release of so much quality content, there had been an equal amount of toys and figures released to match.
That said, with a slew of awesome Super Mario toys and figures flooding the market it might be difficult to discern just which ones are worthy of filling your shelves. Fear not! As an utmost authority on all things Super Mario-related, we’ve tracked down the ones most deserving of you spending your hard-earned coins on.
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No Super Mario collection can be considered complete without Bower’s airship! As a staple set piece in the most recent Super Mario Bros. Movie, this playset is sure to delight both you and your little ones with hours of imaginative play as you re-enact one of the film’s most climatic scenes. What’s more, is that the role-playing potential of this set is only further enhanced by its authentic in-game sounds.
Other key features of this toy include its spinning propellors that engage when the ship is rolled along a surface and a built-in storage section below deck that is big enough to house all your favorite characters.
Arguably the most iconic edifice of the Super Mario universe, the Mushroom Kingdom Castle is a must-have for any collector. This castle looks absolutely fantastic when displayed on a shelf along with the five included characters. And it is just as well-suited for the youngest of Super Mario fans to spend countless hours playing with.
All the accessories that come included with this set only add to its appeal. From the star to the coin, and even the question block, it’s that kind of attention-to-detail Mario fans will appreciate and notice. If you have little ones though, it might be best to remove the smaller pieces during playtime and reserve them for when you have the castle on display.
The only thing better than one Yoshi, is five Yoshis! From humble beginnings, Yoshi has truly evolved to become one of the most beloved Super Mario characters. Hence, we know that you may’t live without at least one—or five—in your collection, making this the ideal set for all you Yoshi fanatics out there.
These five figures display wonderfully alone or when paired with the rest of the gang. They are also durable enough for little ones to have tons of fun creating stories with. Needless to say, if you are looking to add more Yoshi to your collection, look no further than this fantastic set.
Toad is another must-have figure needed to round out any Super Mario collection. This piece by Jakks Pacific is one of the best representations of Toad there is. At five inches tall and boasting a whopping nine points of articulation, this Toad was born to be displayed!
Rounding out this figure’s appeal are the high-quality materials that it was manufactured with, making it well worth the slightly higher price point. What’s more, is that if you love this Toad as much as we do, Jakks Pacific makes a whole lineup of Super Mario Bros. Movie-inspired figures for you to collect.
Nintendo and Lego struck gold coins when they crafted this iconic set piece. There is something so intrinsically endearing about this Super Mario Lego set that fans, young and old, will find irresistible. Bowser Jr. won’t stand a chance as you get hours of fun building, arranging, and rearranging the Lego pieces in different ways for Mario to traverse.
The in-app set-up is easy to use, although young kids might need some direction. Using the app functionality also makes it super easy to add expansions to the base set over time so that your Super Mario course can become even more epic!
Following a powerful leading role in the Super Mario Bros movie, and the announcement of an upcoming game starring none other than hers truly,Princess Peachis certainly having a long-overdue and very well-deserved moment in the spotlight. Hence, it’s only fitting she be an important part of your collection. While there is a wide-variety of awesome Peach figures out there, this adorable Cat Princess Peach plush is poised to make a most adorable addition to your Super Mario family of toys and figures.
This plush is soft to the touch, perfectly huggable, made of quality materials, and just irresistibly cute! It can be positioned to sit upright and looks great displayed on a shelf. If you’re a kid, or a kid at heart this Peach was made with you in mind.
In the spirit of gaming, there are few better ways to enjoy Super Mario than with him and his crew at the center of the iconic Game of Life. This version of the game puts an interesting spin on the classic. In this special Super Mario-themed iteration, you’ll be on a life mission to defeat the ever-imposing Bowser!
The contents of the game itself have been lovingly crafted to showcase the art and character likenesses of the Super Mario series, with Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Yoshi taking center stage. When you need some time away from the screen to partake in some nice old-fashioned family-friendlytabletop gameplay, you’ll to need look no further than this impressive special edition.
Calling all Bowser fans! This Lego version of the big boss is a splurge piece, but one that is sure to delight. Lego truly outdid themselves with this homage to the Super Mario series' most-iconic bad guy. The completed 3D model is posable with multiple points of articulation, eyes that move, and a mouth that opens.
Standing at an imposing 12.5 inches tall, Bowser makes for an incredibly impressive display piece. Further adding to this item’s wow factor is that it is also compatible with your other Lego Mario figures, as a special piece is included that the other figures can be set up to react to. This Bowser is truly a showcase item that will level up your Super Mario collection.
