When it comes to the universe of video gaming, few characters are as instantly recognizable as Nintendo's Super Mario. This animated plumber, with his iconic red hat and mustache, has made the Super Mario series one of the most enduring franchises in the gaming industry. The success story of Super Mario began in 1985 with the release of Super Mario Bros. on the Nintendo Entertainment System. This innovative game, characterized by its side-scrolling platform gameplay, revolutionized the industry. A fanart Super Mario progress bar for YouTube with Super Mario Run Pixel.