Super Mario, a creation of Nintendo, is a renowned platform game series set within the imaginative confines of the Mushroom Kingdom. The iconic character, Mario, typically takes the lead, often accompanied by Luigi and a host of other characters from the Mario universe. The gameplay involves navigating platforms, defeating enemies, and is usually centered around the mission of saving Princess Peach from the villainous Bowser. The series was initiated with Super Mario Bros. in 1985, laying the foundation for key gameplay concepts and multiple power-ups. As a crucial part of the expansive Mario franchise, the Super Mario series boasts over 380 million copies sold worldwide, ranking it as the fifth best-selling video game series.