http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/blogArt.cfm?artid=20324 I made the trek to Nintendo World Store in New York City to check out Nintendo's launch event for New Super Mario Bros. Wii. Unfortunately, the day was dampened by the rain, which started up right as the event was set to begin at 3 p.m. There was an outdoor setup, which included gaming kiosks, tournament registration, and an absurdly awesome Super Mario Bros. Museum that was worth the trip all by itself.
Naturally, I didn't have a camera, but EasyCure from our lovely forums did, so special thanks to him for the pictures of the museum.
Also, for anyone curious about the tournament, I had no idea what in the hell was going on. I think something went on, but I'm not quite sure what or how. It was pretty chaotic, even more so with the rain.
The museum had a lot of odd and cool relics from Mario's history, including the following:
Check out this awesome sweater that seems to have a tie to Mario Kart.
This work of art shows a lot of Mario's history, ranging from Wart to Dr. Mario to the Koopa Kids.
I missed the level in Super Mario Bros. 2 where you drove a car.
Rain would've known to stay the hell away from this poncho. At least I think it is a poncho.
This water-logged area didn't get much love during the event.
From the era where Mario characters didn't have defined visages. Look at weird gray Bowser.
I'm in this picture. Guess who I am.
I would've killed for this totally rad comforter as a kid.
Likewise with this lunch box.
There was a time where "Mario Bubble Bath" was a product. That must've been a fun time.
This might've been the reason why the Frog Suit hasn't returned.
The days of Nintendo-owned Nintendo Power featured such awesomeness as this.
For serious, when did Mario drive a car in Super Mario Bros. 2?!?
Check out other images here.
Once again, thanks to EasyCure from the NWR Forums.