• Super Mario Bros. (1985): The NES game that saved the home console industry and revolutionized platforming.
• Super Mario Bros. 3 (1990): The introduction of the map screen, world themes, and the Tanooki suit.
• Super Mario World (1990/1991): The SNES masterpiece introducing Yoshi and massive, interconnected levels.
• Spin-offs: The rise of Dr. Mario and Super Mario Land on Game Boy.