Adventures of the Super Mario Bros. #3 is from the series of comic books based on the popular video game franchise “Super Mario Bros.” The comics were published by Valiant Comics in the early 1990s.

The comic series aimed to bring the adventures of Mario, Luigi, and their friends from the video games into a comic book format. The stories in the comics follow the familiar characters as they journey through the Mushroom Kingdom, battling against their arch-nemesis Bowser and his minions, the Koopa Troop.

The comics often featured light-hearted and humorous adventures that captured the essence of the video games. They showcased the various power-ups, locations, and characters from the Super Mario Bros. universe. Mario and Luigi would go on quests, rescue Princess Peach, and engage in comical encounters with characters like Toad, Yoshi, and the Koopalings.

The Valiant Comics’ “Adventures of the Super Mario Bros.” series ran for a total of 92 issues from 1990 to 1991. The comics were targeted towards younger readers and were often included as inserts in Nintendo-themed magazines or as standalone comic books.

 

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Origin Story of the Super Mario Bros

The origin of Super Mario Bros. dates back to the early 1980s when it was created by Nintendo and designed by Shigeru Miyamoto, a renowned video game designer. Super Mario Bros. is one of the most iconic and influential video game franchises in the history of gaming.

The original Super Mario Bros. game was released in 1985 for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES). It follows the adventures of two plumbers named Mario and Luigi as they navigate through the Mushroom Kingdom to rescue Princess Peach from the villainous Bowser, the King of the Koopas.

The game introduced many now-iconic elements, such as power-ups like the Super Mushroom and Fire Flower, the side-scrolling platform gameplay, and memorable characters like Goombas, Koopa Troopas, and the final boss, Bowser. It also introduced the concept of navigating levels and defeating enemies to progress through a series of worlds.

Super Mario Bros. was revolutionary for its time, providing tight controls, imaginative level design, and catchy music. It popularized the platforming genre and set a standard for future video games. The game’s success led to numerous sequels, spin-offs, and adaptations across various gaming platforms.

Since the release of the original game, the Super Mario Bros. franchise has expanded to include various other titles, such as Super Mario World, Super Mario 64, Super Mario Galaxy, and many more. Mario has become one of the most recognizable and beloved video game characters worldwide, and the franchise has had a significant impact on pop culture.