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'''Play Nintendo''' is a division of [[Nintendo]]'s official North American website. It promotes contemporary Nintendo systems and games, while maintaining a focus on appealing to a younger audience. It was established on October 1, 2014.<ref>[https://www.nintendo.com/whatsnew/detail/fDFU_xSPg70DC4laXkgruUB9g-rMP93w What's New - Find fun and surprises at Play Nintendo]. ''Nintendo of America'' (October 1, 2014). Retrieved January 17, 2018.</ref> The icon used for the website is a [[Super Star]]. Nintendo of Europe and Nintendo of Japan have similar divisions titled [[Nintendo Kids Club]] and [[Nintendo Kids Space]], respectively.

"Friends" consists of profile artworks and descriptions of various main ''Super Mario'' and other Nintendo characters. The following ''Super Mario'' characters are listed on the website, along with their respective descriptions.  

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|align="center"style="border-bottom-color:transparent"|[[File:Play Nintendo Mario Profile.png|85px]]

|style="border-bottom-color:transparent"|'''<small>CURRENT</small><br>''When he isn't rescuing princesses, you'll find him doing…pretty much anything you can think of.'''<br>Mario is always ready to help a friend, take on a new challenge, or [[jump]] on a [[Koopa (species)|Koopa]]'s head. He can also smoke the competition on a [[Rainbow Road|rainbow race track]] and swat a golf ball [[Cheep Cheep Lagoon (golf course)|underwater]].''

|'''<small>[[Super Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary|SUPER MARIO BROS. 35TH ANNIVERSARY]]</small><br>''He’s come a long way since stomping his first Goomba.'''<br>For the past 35 years, Mario has been running, jumping, and saving the Mushroom Kingdom from baddies. You can join Mario in all sorts of exciting adventures!''<ref>[http://web.archive.org/web/20201027201217/https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/mario/ Mario]. ''Play Nintendo''. Archived October 27, 2020, 20:12:17 UTC via Wayback Machine. Retrieved February 8, 2021.</ref>

|'''''[[Ghost (Luigi's Mansion series)|Ghost]]s and [[Goomba]]s alike better not underestimate this hero.'''<br>Talk about spirit! Luigi keeps his [[Poltergust 5000]] set to "Awesome". He may not always be at the center of the action, but when Mario needs him, Luigi jumps right into harm's way.''

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/luigi/ Luigi]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

|align="center"|[[File:Play Nintendo Peach Profile.png|85px]]<br>{{nw|[[Princess Peach]]}}

|'''<small>FORMER</small><br>''Don't let the dainty crown and the parasol fool you. Peach is powerful in pink.'''<br>She spent her fair share of time stuck in [[Bowser's Castle|Bowser's castle]] and didn't care for it—Princess Peach prefers to be the one doing the rescuing, [[Mario Kart (series)|racing]], and competing.''<ref>[http://web.archive.org/web/20150302052223/http://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/princess-peach Princess Peach]. ''Play Nintendo''. Archived March 2, 2015, 05:22:23 UTC via Wayback Machine. Retrieved February 14, 2021.</ref><br>

'''<small>CURRENT</small><br>''This princess in pink rules over the Mushroom Kingdom.'''<br>She rules on the racetrack, too! When Princess Peach isn’t hanging out in her [[Peach's Castle|beautiful castle]], she’s busy playing sports with her friends…or going on an adventure with Mario!''

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/princess-peach/ Princess Peach]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

|'''<small>FORMER</small><br>''Hey, that isn't a walking mushroom—it's Toad, Mario's loyal friend!'''<br>In a kingdom full of [[Toad (species)|Toads]], there is only one "Toad"—and he’ll point you to the right [[Castle|castle]]. He's small in stature under that polka dot cap, but he has a huge heart and extremely speedy feet!''<ref>[http://web.archive.org/web/20141025120054/http://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/toad Toad]. ''Play Nintendo''. Archived October 25, 2014, 12:00:54 UTC via Wayback Machine. Retrieved February 14, 2021.</ref><br>

'''<small>CURRENT</small><br>''The Mushroom Kingdom’s biggest helper is kind of small.'''<br>Mario’s loyal friend Toad has one of the friendliest faces in the Mushroom Kingdom. Toad may be small in stature, but he has a big heart! ''

|'''''From [[Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker|tracking treasure]] to [[Papercraft|crafting paper]], tiny Toadette is always ready to face a challenge.'''<br>She's a lightweight on the [[kart]] track, but Toadette really knows her stuff when it comes to fun and adventure. This pink-and-white member of the Toad species gets really pumped up when she's out to save the day!''

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/toadette/ Toadette]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

|'''''This spiny shelled menace may be strong, but [[Fire Breath|his breath]] isn't everything.'''<br>Bowser isn’t exactly a "friend", but where would Mario be without a troublesome giant Koopa who keeps snatching Princess Peach? The world would certainly be a lot less fun.''

|'''''She's got a gown and a crown, but this friendly princess is totally down to earth.'''<br>Daisy’s always ready for a challenge, whether she's [[Mario Tennis (series)|smashing tennis balls]] or [[Mario & Sonic (series)|jumping over hurdles]]. The ruler of [[Sarasaland]] loves the thrill of the chase, too—especially when she's zooming around on a kart.''

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/princess-daisy/ Princess Daisy]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

|'''''This rude and crude fellow likes to toot…his own horn.'''<br>Wario is stubborn, sneaky, and every bit as crooked as his mustache—the complete opposite of his rival, Mario. But he's got a head for [[WarioWare (series)|business]], and despite his greedy nature, he's been known to lend the occasional helping hand.''

|'''''Wario’s sidekick and Luigi’s biggest rival (or so he thinks).'''<br>Waluigi schemes in secret to defeat Mario and Luigi, but he hasn’t found much success. His long arms and legs give him an edge in all kinds of sports, from [[Mario Tennis (series)|tennis]] to [[Mario Strikers (series)|soccer]].''

|'''''Interstellar observer, protector of the [[Luma]]s, and friend to Mario.'''<br>From her [[Comet Observatory|Comet observatory]], Rosalina scans the cosmos for adorable Lumas to adopt. From behind the wheel of a kart, she scans the track for rivals to pelt with [[Green Shell|green shells]].''

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/rosalina/ Rosalina]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

|align="center"|[[File:Play Nintendo Pauline Profile.jpg|85px]]<br>[[Pauline]]

|'''''She’s a true 1-UP girl!'''<br>As the leader of [[Metro Kingdom|New Donk City]], Mayor Pauline is in charge of making sure everything is running smoothly. As a performer, she likes music that brings people together and gets them moving.<br>Whether she’s wearing her professional pantsuit or sparkly red dress, she’s one of the most stylish mayors around!''

|align="center"|[[File:Play Nintendo Ninji Profile.jpg|85px]]<br>[[Ninji]]

|'''''Small, nimble, and always ready for battle.'''<br>These foes are speedy and quiet. They leap and jump like a ninja to attack, with shuriken in hand!<br>Ninjies are also kind of small. But what they lack in size, they make up for in enthusiasm!''

|align="center"|[[File:Play Nintendo Birdo Profile.jpg|85px]]<br>[[Birdo]]

|'''''Bright, bejeweled, bewitching…and bent on winning.'''<br>Birdo looks fabulous with her bright red bow, long eyelashes, and sparkling diamond ring. But don’t let her appearance fool you—Birdo can play sports and battle with the best of them.<br>She can also shoot [[Birdo's Egg|eggs]] from her funnel-shaped snout!''

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/birdo/ Birdo]. Retrieved September 7, 2024.</ref>

|align="center"|[[File:Play Nintendo Boo Profile.jpg|85px]]<br>[[Boo]]

|'''''Spectacular specters!'''<br>These shy spirits inhabit Mario's world and have been known to vanish or freeze when met face-to-face. They often appear in groups and fly in formation.<br>In recent years, they’ve branched out from their usual haunts to pursue [[Mario Tennis (series)|tennis]] and other activities. From time to time, [[Big Boo|giant Boos]] make surprise appearances!

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/boo/ Boo]. Retrieved September 21, 2024.</ref>

|align="center"|[[File:Play Nintendo Goomba Profile.png|85px]]<br>[[Goomba]]

|'''''The Mushroom Kingdom's most fearful foe is... not the Goomba. But don’t tell them that.'''<br>It's pretty easy to take on a Goomba—they can usually be defeated with a well-timed [[jump]]. But these Mushroom Kingdom creatures are still part of [[Bowser's Minions|Bowser's army]], so beware!''

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/goomba/ Goomba]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

|align="center"|[[File:Play Nintendo Dry Bones Profile.jpg|85px]]<br>[[Dry Bones]]

|'''''These baddies tend to fall apart on you.'''<br>Dry Bones are the skeletal remains of Koopa Troopas. They’ll collapse into a pile of dry bones when attacked.<br>Just when you think they’ve been defeated, they’ll put themselves back together and start attacking again!

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/dry-bones/ Dry Bones]. Retrieved September 14, 2024.</ref>

|align="center"|[[File:Play Nintendo Bowser Jr Profile.jpg|85px]]<br>[[Bowser Jr.]]

|'''''Bowser’s little boy has plenty of tricks up his sleeve.'''<br>Bowser Jr. is small, but he knows how to cause plenty of trouble for Mario. He may even throw a tantrum if things don’t go his way. After all, he’s the son of Bowser, King of the Koopas!<br>His bib is decorated with drawn-on fangs and worn like a mask…possibly in an attempt to seem more menacing!''

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/bowser-jr/ Bowser Jr.] Retrieved July 9, 2024.</ref>

|align="center"|[[File:Play Nintendo Koopa Profile.png|85px]]<br>[[Koopa Troopa]]

|'''''Don't tell one of these minions to come out of its shell (unless you plan to throw its shell right back at [[Unshelled Koopa Troopa|it]]).'''<br>These members of Bowser's Koopa Troop wear their homes—and their weapons—on their backs. You can usually find them marching through the Mushroom Kingdom and looking for trouble.''

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/koopa-troopa/ Koopa Troopa]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

|'''''Bowser’s wildest minions have a personality all their own.'''<br>There are seven Koopalings in the clan: Larry, Morton, Wendy, Iggy, Roy, Lemmy, and Ludwig. These leaders of the Koopa Troop are always getting in Mario’s way—especially when he’s trying to reach their boss, Bowser.''

|'''''What does Yoshi do to beat up baddies? It’s right on the tip of his tongue…'''<br>When trouble comes a-calling, this sticky-tongued, [[Yoshi Egg|egg]]-laying wonder will [[Flutter Jump|flutter jump]] to the rescue. So who does Yoshi count on to have his back? Mario, of course!''

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/yoshi/ Yoshi]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

|'''''Who’s a good boy? Poochy’s a good boy!'''<br>Yoshi won’t have to adventure alone with this faithful companion by his side. Poochy’s always ready to lend a paw to help Yoshi travel over dangerous terrain, fetch hard-to-reach collectables, or sniff out secrets.''

|'''''Think you're tough? Try going on adventures in a diaper.'''<br>While other babies roll aimlessly on the floor and cry for milk, Baby Mario rides like a boss on the back of a Yoshi…and hungers for justice.''

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/baby-mario/ Baby Mario]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

|'''''There's no napping for this beleaguered baby when enemies abound.'''<br>Baby Mario's brother has spent a lot of time in Kamek’s clutches, but Baby Luigi also gets plenty of outdoor time driving a kart.''

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/baby-luigi/ Baby Luigi]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

|'''''This sneaky Magikoopa keeps trying (and failing) to stop the future Super Mario Bros.'''<br>You could argue that Kamek is just trying to make life easier for his fellow Koopas, but his airborne schemes always end up making a mess for everyone.''

|'''''Who are these masked rascals that cause so much trouble for Yoshi and Mario?'''<br>It seems like Shy Guys are always around, whether you're driving a kart, hitting a tennis ball, [[Mario Party (series)|having a party]], or [[Yoshi's Island (series)|rescuing]] [[Baby Luigi|a baby]] from a [[Kamek|bespectacled Magikoopa]].''

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/shy-guy/ Shy Guy]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

|'''''What do you get when you combine a puppy and a ghost? This doggone cutie!'''<br>Polterpup is a mischievous ghost pup. This playful ball of ectoplasm can be quite a handful, but he’s always ready to give it his all. Polterpup is very loyal and loves Luigi.<br>Polterpup has a habit of running off with important stuff. That usually means he just wants to play!''

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/polterpup/ Polterpup]. Retrieved September 3, 2024.</ref>

|'''''A genius inventor who supports Luigi in his adventures…from the safety of his lab, that is.'''<br>Professor E. Gadd is the leading authority in the field of paranormal research. His beloved ghost collection is said to be the best in the world!<br>This eccentric ghost expert is known for many brilliant inventions, including the [[Poltergust]] line of ghost-hunting tools and Luigi’s gooey doppelganger, [[Gooigi]].''

|'''''This hat-shaped hero from the Cap Kingdom grants Mario incredible abilities.'''<br>Cappy’s [[capture]] ability lets Mario take control of all sorts of things, including objects and enemies. All it takes is a flick of the wrist!''

|'''''This friendly [[Kong]] goes absolutely bananas when it comes to jumping and pounding.'''<br>Donkey Kong has changed a lot since he got [[Donkey Kong (game)|a game named after him]] way back when. He has a nice [[Kong|family]] and wears a tie, but he still likes to crash through branches and boxes in the jungle.''

|<ref group=friends>[https://play.nintendo.com/themes/friends/donkey-kong/ Donkey Kong]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

|'''''He might look harmless to jungle baddies, but this small Kong is a [[Popgun#Peanut Popgun|peanut-popping]] powerhouse!'''<br>You'll often find him riding on Donkey Kong's back, but Diddy Kong is no burden—he can blast his big buddy to new heights with his [[Rocket Barrel]] Boost!''

|'''''Look in the sky! It's an itty-bitty blonde whirlybird Kong!'''<br>It would be easy to underestimate this tiny Kong with a smiling face and a pony tail tucked under her pink beret, but Dixie Kong can more than carry her own weight for the Kong clan.''

|'''''He'll throw enemies out of the jungle—as soon as he puts in his dentures.'''<br>Stooped in stature, but sizable in spirit, the curmudgeonly Cranky Kong springs out of his rocking chair—and into the action—with his spike-proof, bouncing cane.''

|'''''These frigid foes froze [[Donkey Kong Island]]. That's so cold!'''<br>The Snowmads are an invasion force of walruses, seals, penguins, and other beasties who bring cold temperatures, thievery, and wacky boss battles to a peaceful tropical island.''

|align="center"|[[File:Play Nintendo Rambi Profile.png|85px]]<br>[[Rambi]]

|'''''Ride in style on the back of this rambunctious rhino.'''<br>Donkey Kong can smash his way through a box or two, but he needs his horned helper to power through stone blocks…and the occasional enemy.''

|'''''This troublesome tribe can’t mask their thieving nature.'''<br>With a little bit of hocus pocus, these musical hypnotists can turn the gentle beasts of the jungle into fearsome foes.''

 

!style="background:#F1F1F1"align=center|[[File:Play Nintendo Play icon.png|55px]]<br>Play

|<ref group=activities>[https://play.nintendo.com/activities/play/ Play]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

!style="background:#F1F1F1"align=center|[[File:Play Nintendo Skill Quizzes icon.png|55px]]<br>Skill Quizzes

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This category features quizzes that test the player's knowledge on Nintendo-related subjects.

|<ref group=activities>[https://play.nintendo.com/activities/skill-quizzes/ Skill Quizzes]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

!style="background:#F1F1F1"align=center|[[File:Play Nintendo Personality Quizzes icon.png|55px]]<br>Personality Quizzes

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{{main|List of Play Nintendo personality quizzes}}

This category features quizzes that aim to determine things about the player such as personal preferences or personality traits shared with video game characters.

|<ref group=activities>[https://play.nintendo.com/activities/personality-quizzes/ Personality Quizzes]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

!style="background:#F1F1F1"align=center|[[File:Play Nintendo Opinion Polls icon.png|55px]]<br>Opinion Polls

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This category features polls that users can participate in.

|<ref group=activities>[https://play.nintendo.com/activities/opinion-polls/ Opinion Polls]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

!style="background:#F1F1F1"align=center|[[File:Play Nintendo Puzzles icon.png|55px]]<br>Puzzles

|<ref group=activities>[https://play.nintendo.com/activities/puzzles/ Puzzles]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

!style="background:#F1F1F1"align=center|[[File:Play Nintendo Memory Match-up icon.png|55px]]<br>Memory Match-up

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|<ref group=activities>[https://play.nintendo.com/activities/memory-match/ Memory Match-up]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

!style="background:#F1F1F1"align=center|[[File:Play Nintendo Paint-by-number icon.png|55px]]<br>Paint-by-number

|<ref group=activities>[https://play.nintendo.com/activities/paint-by-numbers/ Paint-by-number]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

===Media===

This section has game-relevant videos, pictures and downloadable extras, divided into separate categories shown in the following table.

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!style="background:#F1F1F1"align=center|[[File:Play Nintendo Videos icon.png|55px]]<br>Videos

{{main|List of Play Nintendo videos}}

This category contains game trailers and other videos.

|<ref group=media>[https://play.nintendo.com/media/videos/ Videos]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

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!style="background:#F1F1F1"align=center|[[File:Play Nintendo Pics icon.png|55px]]<br>Pics

{{main|List of Play Nintendo pics}}

This category hosts promotional pictures, such as screenshots and artwork.

|<ref group=media>[https://play.nintendo.com/media/pics/ Pics]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

!style="background:#F1F1F1"align=center|[[File:Play Nintendo Wallpapers icon.png|55px]]<br>Wallpapers

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This category contains downloadable wallpapers of various sizes.

|<ref group=media>[https://play.nintendo.com/media/wallpapers/ Wallpapers]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

This section hosts a collection of printable PDF files. The printables are divided into three categories, namely "Cards", "Crafts", and "Print and Play", summarized below.

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!style="background:#F1F1F1"align=center|[[File:Play Nintendo Cards icon.png|55px]]<br>Cards

{{main|List of Play Nintendo cards}}

This category contains various greeting cards and invites.

|<ref group=printables>[https://play.nintendo.com/printables/cards/ Cards]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

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!style="background:#F1F1F1"align=center|[[File:Play Nintendo Crafts icon.png|55px]]<br>Crafts

|<ref group=printables>[https://play.nintendo.com/printables/crafts/ Crafts]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

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!style="background:#F1F1F1"align=center|[[File:Play Nintendo Print and Play icon.png|55px]]<br>Print and Play

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This category contains activities and posters that can be printed out.

|<ref group=printables>[https://play.nintendo.com/printables/print-and-play/ Print & Play]. Retrieved September 21, 2021.</ref>

==''The Play Nintendo Show''==

[[File:Play Nintendo Show Andrew and Izzy.jpg|thumb|left|Andrew and Izzy from ''The Play Nintendo Show'']]

Play Nintendo also extends to {{wp|YouTube}} audiences using an official channel containing gameplay videos of contemporary games, and other Nintendo-related videos. '''''The Play Nintendo Show''''' is a series of YouTube videos featuring a Piranha Plant named [[Izzy]] as a co-host. The second host, named [[Andrew Trego]], begins the show by exiting a [[Warp Pipe]]. The show is set in a ''Super Mario''-themed room with plush toys and pictures of [[coin]]s and other ''Super Mario''-related pictures on the walls. Andrew calls the room "Casa de Nintendo", Spanish for "House of Nintendo".

===List of ''Super Mario'' related Play Nintendo episodes===

==Activity book==

{{main|Play Nintendo Activity Book}}

An activity book was physically distributed by Nintendo starting in 2015 as a tie-in to the Play Nintendo website. It features similar content to the website, including puzzles, a quiz, and a papercraft.

==Gallery==

Mario beach 2016.jpg|Summer 2016 artwork of [[Mario]] and friends

Mario Holiday 2016 (Play Nintendo).jpg|Holiday 2016 artwork of Mario

Funky Kong PN artwork.png|[[Funky Kong]] riding a wave

Artwork - SUPER STAR (Simple).svg|[[Super Star]] vector art

Mario mustache.png|Mario mustache 2D art

Play Nintendo Valentines 3.png|Valentine's Day card featuring Mario

Play Nintendo - Halloween Pumpkin Stencil5.jpg|[[Luigi]] Halloween stencil

Play Nintendo Izzy.jpg|Izzy from ''The Play Nintendo Show''

==Trivia==

*The "404" page for Play Nintendo says "The page you want is in another castle!", a reference to the [[Toad (species)|mushroom retainer]]s' famous line in ''[[Super Mario Bros.]]'', while also fittingly accompanied by artwork of [[Toad]].

*[https://play.nintendo.com Home page]. Retrieved July 23, 2016.

*[https://www.nintendo.co.uk/Misc-/Nintendo-Kids-Club/Nintendo-Kids-Club-1069380.html Nintendo Kids Club] (UK / Ireland site)

 

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