Mamma mia! March 10 — or MAR10 — marks Nintendo’s annual celebration of its iconic mustachioed plumber. Though the date only became a full-fledged shindig over the last decade, the Italian handyman has been quashin’ Koopas and bustin’ blocks since his Donkey Kong debut in 1981 (though he went by “Jumpman” back then).
It’s been nearly 50 years since the Italian handyman’s inaugural appearance, and global adoration for the character has only grown. Fans of all ages remain loyal to the brand, Mario, and his ragtag crew. For a short time, loyal fans can level up with these special offerings from Nintendo and other brands.
Free Nintendo Switch Online Trial
Are you apprehensive about joining Nintendo Switch Online without test-driving it first? Your time has come!
Until March 18, users can sign up for its special 14-Day Free Trial Membership. Gamers can take advantage of their new online multiplayer capabilities, Cloud saves, among the paid service’s other perks.
Exclusive Nintendo eShop Discounts
Though you won’t get those precious My Nintendo Gold Points anymore, users can still hop onto the Nintendo eShop and peep exclusive discounts on Mario titles, quirky collectibles, and even wearables.
Super Mario titles that often retail for $59.99 are now available at steep discounts. Now’s the time to secure that DLC you’ve had your eye on, too; some paid downloadable content is on sale for as low as $1.70.
Festive ‘My Nintendo’ Rewards
Fans with points to spare can redeem for new physical and digital rewards from My Nintendo.
Cash in your My Nintendo Platinum Points for digital downloads like themed wallpapers and printables. Two new physical rewards — the branded Stadium Tote Bag and the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe License Holder with Lanyard — are now up for grabs.
New Tunes Hit Nintendo Music App
Nintendo Music App listeners can enjoy fan-favorite Super Mario Bros. 3 sounds. The app, a relatively new download available to Nintendo Online subscribers, also added classic Zelda tunes just last week.
LEGO Launches New ‘Mario Kart’ Set
A new LEGO set drifted into the brick brand’s website. The company’s existing Mario Kart collab first hit shelves last August, but this new racer stands above the rest — literally.
The new arrival is 12.5 inches long, 8.5 inches tall, and comprises 1,972 pieces, making it LEGO’s largest Mario Kart release to-date.
Preorder your impressive new creation for $169.99, though he won’t ship until May 15. Gamers preordering today can also get gifts with their buy, like Toad (Pit Crew).
Special Sales at GameStop, Walmart
A Nintendo Switch OLED bundle is available at Walmart for $349. The set comes with a Super Mario Bros. Wonder digital download code and three free months of Nintendo Switch Online.
GameStop is knocking around $20 off the price of numerous blockbuster Mario titles. Secure your favorite Mario Party entry or other Mario titles like Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury or Princess Peach: Showtime for $40.
‘Super Nintendo World’ Vacation Sweepstakes
If you’re lucky, you might just land a trip to the new Super Nintendo World in Orlando, Florida.
“My Nintendo Universal Epic Universe SUPER NINTENDO WORLD™ Sweepstakes” takes just 10 Platinum Points to enter. Gamers can enter up to five times.
New Alarmo Themes, Expanded Availability
Until today, gamers couldn’t get their own Nintendo Alarmo outside of the official Nintendo website. Now, fans just need to make a quick Target or Walmart run.
The whimsical alarm clock, which already boasts countless tones from classic Nintendo IPs like Pikmin and Splatoon, now has the classic Super Mario Bros. tune. Fans of all ages can wake up yelling, “let’s-a-go!”
Oh, real quick — it’s $100. Pfft. Yeah. I know.
‘Mario Kart 8 Deluxe’ Community Challenge
Speed to your Nintendo Switch and join the festive Mario Kart 8 Deluxe community challenge. The challenge? Collectively pass 1 million laps!
Drivers secure 310 (see what they did there?) My Nintendo Platinum Points just for playing. Use code 1152-2501-4827 to join.
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