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'''{{wp|Line (software)|LINE}}''' is a messaging app by {{wp|Line Corporation}} that is popular in {{wp|Japan}} and other Asian countries. The service is known for its distinct stickers which can be sent with messages. [[Nintendo]] has used this service by creating multiple different series of stickers based on the [[Super Mario (franchise)|''Super Mario'' franchise]], as well as an official automated account known as [[Kinopio-kun]]. Line Corporation co-developed ''[[Dr. Mario World]]'' with Nintendo and {{wp|NHN Entertainment Corporation|NHN Entertainment}} for smart devices, which was released on June 9, 2019. | '''{{wp|Line (software)|LINE}}''' is a messaging app by {{wp|Line Corporation}} that is popular in {{wp|Japan}} and other Asian countries. The service is known for its distinct stickers which can be sent with messages. [[Nintendo]] has used this service by creating multiple different series of stickers based on the [[Super Mario (franchise)|''Super Mario'' franchise]], as well as an official automated account known as [[Kinopio-kun]]. Line Corporation co-developed ''[[Dr. Mario World]]'' with Nintendo and {{wp|NHN Entertainment Corporation|NHN Entertainment}} for smart devices, which was released on June 9, 2019. | ||
== | ==Stickers== | ||
Nintendo has released multiple official sets of stickers for use with the app. Each set costs $1.99 on the app's store page. All of the stickers in each set are animated, and feature voice clips or soundbytes of the sticker's subject, which play automatically. | Nintendo has released multiple official sets of stickers for use with the app. Each set costs $1.99 on the app's store page. All of the stickers in each set are animated, and feature voice clips or soundbytes of the sticker's subject, which play automatically. | ||
===Talking '' | ===Talking ''Super Mario'' Animated Stickers=== | ||
This was the first set released. The set contains 24 stickers based on characters from the ''Super Mario'' series. | This was the first set released. The set contains 24 stickers based on characters from the [[Super Mario (series)|''Super Mario'' series]]. | ||
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==='' | ===''Super Mario Bros.'' 8-Bit Stickers=== | ||
This was the second set released. The set contains 24 stickers based on sprites from ''Super Mario Bros.'' | This was the second set released. The set contains 24 stickers based on sprites from ''[[Super Mario Bros.]]'' | ||
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===''[[Mario Kart (series)|Mario Kart]] | ===''Mario Kart'' Stickers=== | ||
The stickers of the [[Mario Kart (series)|''Mario Kart'' series]] was the third set released. The set contains 24 stickers based on ''[[Mario Kart 8]]'' and ''[[Mario Kart 8 Deluxe]]''. | |||
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== | ==Wallpapers== | ||
Nintendo has released phone wallpapers in their account. | Nintendo has released phone wallpapers in their account, many of which are themed after the ''Super Mario'' franchise. | ||
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Revision as of 12:36, January 12, 2024
LINE is a messaging app by Line Corporation that is popular in Japan and other Asian countries. The service is known for its distinct stickers which can be sent with messages. Nintendo has used this service by creating multiple different series of stickers based on the Super Mario franchise, as well as an official automated account known as Kinopio-kun. Line Corporation co-developed Dr. Mario World with Nintendo and NHN Entertainment for smart devices, which was released on June 9, 2019.
Stickers
Nintendo has released multiple official sets of stickers for use with the app. Each set costs $1.99 on the app's store page. All of the stickers in each set are animated, and feature voice clips or soundbytes of the sticker's subject, which play automatically.
Talking Super Mario Animated Stickers
This was the first set released. The set contains 24 stickers based on characters from the Super Mario series.
Mario giving a thumbs up.
Mario entering a Warp Pipe.
Mario, Princess Peach, and Toad in front of fireworks.
Mario stomping on a Goomba.
Mario and Luigi high-fiving.
Toad and Boo dancing and playing music.
A confused Blooper Nanny and two Blooper Babies.
Yoshi cheering.
Bowser begging.
A surprised Cheep Cheep.
Two Toads hugging.
Rosalina acting serious.
A Koopa and a Goomba hiding behind two Brick Blocks.
A sleeping Piranha Plant.
Angry Donkey Kong.
A flattered Boo.
Yoshi and Baby Mario.
Japanese versions
Super Mario Bros. 8-Bit Stickers
This was the second set released. The set contains 24 stickers based on sprites from Super Mario Bros.
Mario using a Super Mushroom and turning into Super Mario.
A hungry Piranha Plant popping out of a Warp Pipe.
Mario using a Super Star and defeating Spinies.
Mario sliding down a Goal Pole.
An end-of-level castle with fireworks.
The Game Over screen.
Mario being cornered by Hammer Bros.
Mario Kart Stickers
The stickers of the Mario Kart series was the third set released. The set contains 24 stickers based on Mario Kart 8 and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Yoshi spinning out from a Banana.
Mario drifting.
Mario speeding off at the start of a race.
An Item Box and Item Roulette ending on a Boo.
Mario throwing a Green Shell.
Mario performing a trick.
Mario being rescued by Lakitu.
Koopa Troopa being crushed by a Thwomp.
Wario crashing into a Warp Pipe.
Bowser being struck by lightning.
Donkey Kong breaking his kart.
Princess Peach with a Super Star.
Luigi being inked by a Blooper.
Japanese versions
Super Mario's Relaxing Life
This was the fourth set released. This set contains 24 stickers featuring various Super Mario characters, though in 3D rather than 2D.
Bowser Jr. and Lemmy Koopa hungry and saying "Hurry!"
Daisy reading a book.
A Dry Bones getting hit with a soccer ball.
Mario flying away on the Odyssey.
Japanese versions
Yarn Yoshi & Poochy
This was the fifth set released. This set contains 24 stickers based on the Yoshi Theater shorts in Poochy & Yoshi's Woolly World, and was released on both LINE and the App Store for iMessage[1] on March 28, 2019.
Pink Yoshi jumping.
Poochy wagging his tail.
Light Blue Yoshi laughing.
Japanese versions
Wallpapers
Nintendo has released phone wallpapers in their account, many of which are themed after the Super Mario franchise.
Promoting Super Mario Run
Promoting the Nintendo Switch version of Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
Promoting Mario Tennis Aces
Promoting Paper Mario: The Origami King
Kinopio-kun
- Main article: Kinopio-kun
Kinopio-kun is a Toad with a green-colored mushroom cap and a green vest. He is the mascot of Nintendo's LINE account. The account is an automated bot that will interact with messengers, depending on what they say to it.
Kinopio-kun singing a portion of Jump Up, Super Star! | File info 0:30 |
Trivia
- The Mario Kart sticker of Mario performing a trick is seen on a badge in Mario Kart Tour.
External links
- Nintendo's official LINE account
- Nintendo's page on the LINE sticker store
- List of the official LINE accounts maintained by Nintendo of Japan