As a seasoned gamer with over three decades under my belt, I can confidently say that the Mario Bros. have been a constant presence in my gaming life since I was just a wee lad, hopping on turtles and collecting coins. One question that has puzzled me for far too long is which of these iconic plumbers is older: Mario or Luigi?
It’s common knowledge that Mario Mario, a long-standing character from Nintendo, is well-known. He first appeared in the 1981 game “Donkey Kong,” and really shone in “Super Mario Bros.” in 1985. Since then, he has been one of the most identifiable video game characters. Often in his shadow, yet equally famous, is his brother Luigi Mario, who forms half of the globally recognized Mario duo.
Initially, the two main characters in this context were identical, color-swapped versions of each other, but over time they evolved to be visibly distinct from one another. By 2023’s “The Super Mario Bros. Movie,” it’s clear that they’ve grown into unique individuals. However, even with their deep roots in popular culture, the age difference between these two Mario brothers remains a source of confusion for some fans: who is older?
Are Mario and Luigi twins?
One clear observation about the 1993 live-action “Super Mario Bros.” film is that the characters portraying Mario (Bob Hoskins) and Luigi (John Leguizamo) appear to be separated by more than a decade in age, with Mario being the elder. However, in the games, their ages are not so disparate – they’ve always seemed to be around the same age. If you were to determine seniority based on their birthdays, there would be a straightforward answer: they are twins!
In a 2005 interview on Nintendo’s Japanese website, the creator of Mario and Luigi, Shigeru Miyamoto, revealed their approximate age. He stated, “It was fortunate that we didn’t set any limitations for the Mario character.” Typically, when creating a character and introducing them to the world, details such as favorite colors and preferred foods are established. However, apart from being around 24-25 years old, no other specifics were defined for Mario.
Who is older: Mario or Luigi?
Although the Mario brothers are technically twins in the official lore, one must logically be a bit elder than the other due to the order of their birth. Interestingly, this detail aligns with the portrayal in the 1993 movie. In terms of age, Mario Mario is indeed the senior sibling.
In essence, the relationship between Mario and Luigi works quite effectively on a scripted level. Given that Mario is Nintendo’s primary representative, it’s clear he takes on most of the burden in this duo. Meanwhile, Luigi often assumes the role of “Player 2,” providing support. This dynamic can also be observed in the 2023 movie, where Mario, voiced by Chris Pratt, is the main character, but Charlie Day from “It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia” shines as Luigi with a compelling supporting performance that showcases Luigi’s timid and anxious side.
Why does everyone think Mario is the younger brother?
Although Mario and Luigi have a minor age discrepancy, some fans often imagine Luigi as the elder sibling. This could be because of his taller stature and cautious demeanor compared to Mario. In fact, certain games like the “Luigi’s Mansion” series, which focuses on Luigi as the main character while Mario is stuck in a painting, have allowed fans to bring this idea to life.
According to Redditor u/Lank_Master’s theory, the ‘Luigi’s Mansion’ series depicts Mario being confined within a painting for three consecutive nights, or potentially longer since we’re not sure when exactly he was captured in ‘Dark Moon’. When trapped inside a painting, characters are effectively frozen, unable to move, speak (except for the initial game), or age. So, while Luigi was busy vacuuming up ghosts on his mission to rescue Mario, Mario essentially didn’t grow older. This means that Luigi likely surpassed Mario in terms of age during their adventure.
From a gamer’s perspective, I’ve always pondered about whether Luigi being the star in “Luigi’s Mansion” implies he’s the older sibling, but considering Mario was born first (though just slightly), it’s clear that he takes the title of the elder brother. Though they both seem to defy aging with some graphical changes over time, there’s no denying their timeless bond makes them one of pop culture’s most legendary and powerful duos.
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2024-11-20 18:30