35 Nintendo Characters That Casual Gamers Know And 15 Only Hardcore Ones Do
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Did you ever go out and play with your friends every day after school? Did you ever rush from school with a couple of friends just to play a couple of rounds of Mario before all the moms called their kids to come home for supper and do their homework?
Since the 13th of September 1985, Super Mario Bros., Mario, the has been an iconic character aiding Nintendo Company to gain new fans.
As years passed, Nintendo has launched over millions and millions of consoles, games and accessories. Over time, many games have created favorites over many fans such as Luigi, Link and a lot more characters. Fans, all over the world, had debates over many theories about characters, stories and rumours.
Where you once or are you still a gamer? Are you or was a hardcore game? Nothing bad comes out of being a gamer. It has been scientifically proven that playing games develop many useful aptitude in life, for example, one may learn a different language.
This quiz that you are about to do contains Nintendo characters, from different franchises, that you may or may not know. But hey, you might just learn something from this… Are you ready?
Who says this: “Lets it go!”?
Since his first appearance in Donkey Kong, a game released in 1981, Shigeru Miyamoto’s character has been a major icon to the Nintendo company. Thanks to this hero, Nintendo has gradually become more and more popular and eventually, the sales are very high. Did you know, Nintendo has the highest selling rate in the video game industry? This little guy is as an Italian plumber and is recognizable by his red colored hat, brown boots, white glove and blue pants. He is the Princess’ savior. What is his name?
Bwahahahaha, so I guess you can’t guess my name!
This evil creature is the main villain of the Mario series. He is recognized for looking like a dragon and a turtle. He is known otherwise as the Evil Koopa King. In some games, this character has to team up with Mario and his brother in order to defeat the big threats from other Kingdoms. In most Mario games, he kidnaps the Princess Peach and he tries to kill Mario, which always leads to failing. Bwahahaha who is this scary monster?
Name this character
Mario’s big brother. He is known for his green hat with the “L” letter on it. He first appeared two years after Mario in 1983. He is known to be wearing the color green. This character is the only playable character in a game that features where the player walks around a haunted house, filled with ghosts, which gives the player the creeps. Also, in the ads of the new Mario Kart 8, we see that this character has an angry face. Silently, can you guess what character is mentioned?
Who knew a mushroom could be a steward?
This character is shown to look like an elderly mushroom. He is from a specific specie that is often found in Mushroom Kingdom serving as townsmen or serving the Princess. He is a constantly worried about Princess Toadstool and takes care of his owns. He is recognizable with his brown polka doted hat, his brown jacket and a cane with a mushroom on the end of it. He made his very first debut in the 2002 game Super Mario Sunshine where he is one of protagonists. What is this little mushroom’s name?
Who says, “Fox Believe in Yourself”?
This ace pilot is a father. He was once the head pilot and the main creator of a team called Star Fox. This team’s first roster was composed of three pilots: Him, Peppy Hare and Pigma Dengar. During a mission, Pigma betrayed the two others, as he was working with the criminals. This character presumably died trying to save Peppy, who made it threw to save himself and tell Fox the terrible news. What is the name of this pilot?
Who is this unofficial racer?
This pilot at the F-Zero Grand-prix and playable character in all the Super Smash Bros games is aged of 37. His first game was “F-Zero” that came out in 1990. His real name is Douglas Jay _______. In later games, this character was supposedly a bounty hunter. His arch-nemesis, Black Shadow, has his plans ruined because of this racer. Because of a big accident during a F-Zero race, this character has had a sample of his DNA taken away from, in order for Black Shadow to create a clone of the bounty hunter. Who is this famous unofficial racer?
Do you know this flower?
This princess is recognizable by wearing an orange dress matching with her brown hair and turquoise gems. She is the princess of Sarasaland. A land which is outside of the normal Mushroom Kingdom. She escaped from a specific alien as he had planned to marry her and take over the land. This princess resembles to the Mushroom Kingdom’ princess, except for the fact that she is more cheerful, more bumptious and more athletic than her. She made her first appearance in “Super Mario Land” (1989). Who is this orange looking princess?
Zero Suit Bounty Hunter!
Bounty hunter presently, this human machine has gone through tough training that surpasses the human limits. In her life, as a kid, she has seen her parents brutally murdered by a monster named Ridley, to whom she wants revenge. In addition, we also know that her home planet has been destroyed by this monster. She is recognizable by having a scientific robotic suit, resembling Marvel’s iron Man. Without her suit on, she is a woman that has a perfect body, including excellent gymnastics ability. What is the name of this bounty hunter?
Who is this royally fruity princess?
This princess is recognizable by wearing a pink dress matching with her blond hair and her blue gems. Besides her name, she is also known as “Princess Toadstool” as she is the princess of Mushroom Kingdom. In most Mario games, at the beginning, this princess is kidnapped by an evil. She first appeared in the 1985 game “Super Mario Bros”. Princess Toadstool is a gentle and sweet person. Despite the fact that she gets kidnapped, she does not manifest signs of aggression towards people. Can you guess who this floating person is?
Who is this boxer?
This guy is the main hero of the game series Punch-Out. According to some records, this character is 17 years old, weights 107 pounds and is five feet seven. He is recognizable wearing either black shirt, green shorts with green boxing gloves or a blue short with blue gloves and no top depending on the game played. It has been stated in some games that he also has an Italian-American look. His first appearance is in the game “Punch-Out!!” from 1984. Who is this boxer?
Who says this quote: “Someday...when I'm bigger... I wanna fight that Mario again!”?
This little one is Bowser’s son. He is a villain as he tries to follow his father’s footsteps on trying to destroy Mario and take over the Mushroom Kingdom, which makes him a secondary villain. He follows similar features to Bowser, except his height and weight. His first appearance is in the game Super Mario Sunshine, where, spoiler alert, he frames Mario in order to kidnap the Princess Peach on “Delfino Isle”. Who is this little monster full of evil?
Who is this Evolution Pokémon?
This Pokémon is the 133rd entry in the Pokédex. He is the first episode of different kinds of evolutions. Their evolutions all depend on the stone given and/or the environment. This Pokémon is recognizable with his cute little looks and his brownish skin. He is 1 foot high and weights 14.3 pounds. He is considered a normal type. In the anime, we first encounter this Pokémon tied to a tree with food and water. He was left there by his trainer for some reasons. What is the name of this Pokémon?
Who is Bowser's first child?
He is one of Bowser’s minion and is the oldest. Like his sister, he is also trying to boss his siblings around. He is slightly more brilliant than his brothers, which he likes to brag about. He is recognizable with his blue hair, his blue shell and his magic staff, which makes him look a little less childish. Nintendo has chosen his name inspired by the famous classical composer Ludwig van Beethoven. His first appearance is in the game 1988 Super Mario Bros 3. Who is this Koopaling?
Who is this shocking pokémon?
This Pokémon is the main protagonist’s trusty and loyal Pokémon. He is also the mascot of the Pokémon Company. In the Pokédex, he is described as a “Mouse-Type Pokémon”. His first appearance was made in the very first episode of the Pokémon series. This episode is called “Pokémon, I choose you!” where he would meet Ash and also electrocute him. After a series of events, he is would finally trust Ash. In the games, he would be mostly found a place where a trainer can only catch other Pokémon by throwing rocks at them or feed them. Who’s that Pokémon?
Who quotes this: “Ok guys, let’s rock and roll!”?
Pilot of the Star ___ Team, this animal is the head leader of this organization. This famous organization saved many times the Lylat System from being taken over by evil. His father presumably died in a mission. This guy dropped out of Cornelia Academy and decided to walk in his father’s shoes as the Team leader and recruited 2 other members in order to form a squad of four pilots. He is the one who defeated the evil Andross. Who is this sly pilot?
Palutena’s helper!
This hero is an optimistic angel. He appears to have wings, a white tunic and a bowing arrow that can convert into 2 swords. The purpose to this bow was to defeat a villain named Medusa. He appears in his own series called Kid Icarus. According to recordings, this character is 13 years old and is five feet thirteen. Also, this character is a playable character in the Super Smash Bros Brawl roster. Can you guess the name of this angel?
Who has the Triforce of Courage?
This Hyrulian has been chosen by the goddesses. With his iconic green tunic, he possesses on his left the “Triforce of Courage”. He is the only person that can take possession of the “Sword that seals darkness away” which whom he seals Ganondorf and other antagonists away. He has been raised in the earlier days, by a Tree spirit called “The Great Tree”. In most game he is the only playable character. If this Hyrulian marches in the shadows, he transforms himself into a wolf. Who is this courageous boy?
Who is this lizard Pokémon?
This Pokémon is the fourth entry in the Pokédex. It is recognizable for being on his two legs, his orange skin and the fire on its tails. Also, when the flames on its tail goes out, this Pokémon dies. In the anime, this Pokémon has been abandoned by Damian before being found by Misty, Ash and Brock. Damian is the previous master of its Pokémon and he is cruel and heartless. He relies too much on power and he called his Pokémon a weakling. In the First Generation games, he is one of the starters. What is the name of the first stage of this Pokémon?
“Free-as-a-bird”! Who is this?
He is a member of Star Fox. He was recruited by the leader when this character was a drop-out from the Corneria Academy. Despite the fact that he has the habit of talking back to people, he is a five-star pilot and is the “right hand man” of the leader. When the “tough gets tough”, the leader knows he can count on him. He is aged of 30 and is 6’2”. At some point, he had disagreements and fights with his friend, resulting him to leave Star Fox. Who is this bird?
Who is this booted dinosaur?
This little dinosaur is loved by many people as he is cute. He is generally presented a green, but he as different other colours such as yellow, pink, dark and light blue, black and many more. This one is the loyal sidekick to Mario and Luigi and is always coming for their aid when needed. When Mario and Luigi were only babies, he took care of them like a good mother takes care and protects their little ones. What is the name of Mario and Luigi’s companion?
Who is this virtual creation?
This virtual character is customizable depending on people. He is used on three specific Nintendo consoles and is mostly used for in-gaming things or even in certain games. During special events, some mii are getting send over from the Nintendo company. This concept was first developed in Japan on the 64DD, but it did not sell well. After a couple of years, they tried developing this concept and it ws first introduced on the Nintendo Wii. What is these types of characters called?
What is the name on his tie?
10) Donkey Kong (What is the name on his tie?) This ape was once Mario’s enemy. At first, this character would kidnap a woman called Pauline. After a couple of defeats against Mario, this ape decided to go from the “dark side” to the nicer side where he will help Mario when needed. As well as showing up in some Mario games, he also has his spotlight in his own series “ ______ Country”, where he is the main protagonist and always saves his small island from an evil crocodile. What is the name of this banana lover?
What is the name of this character?
This villain is a self-claimed king of a race named Twili. In the game he appears in, he is one of the two antagonists and is the second to last boss to beat in the game. For most of the time, he acts like the main antagonist, but he is only being used. He banishes the queen of Twili to the World of light in order to take the throne. He is recognizable with his hands floating beside him and his black suit. What is the name of the Twili king?
Who has the Triforce of Wisdom?
This Princess is the princess of Hyrule. She is shown as caring and has a lot of wisdom, thanks to the Triforce of Wisdom. As a just ruler, this character will put the needs of others before putting hers. Depending on the game, she can be shown as a young teenager or as a child. Like Link, she is able to the wield the “Master Sword” as she is only good. In some games, this character can communicate telepathically with Link and she can also use psychic force in order to trap the evil in another world. Who is this beautiful lady?
Who is this Earthbounder?
This character is the main protagonist of the game Mother 3. He has a twin brother that isn’t as nice as him. He usually used a tree branch or a baseball bat with him. He is recognizable with his blond hair, blue shorts and a matching T-Shirt/Shoes. His signature move is PK Love. He is usually a gentle and caring guy but is scared easily. In the outside of his main game, he is a playable character in the Super Smash Bros series. Who is this Earthbounder?
Who is this Tiny Turtle Pokémon?
This Pokémon is the seventh entry in the Pokédex. It is recognizable for being on two legs, his blue skin and his shell on its back. This Pokémon is one of the three starter Pokémon found in the First Generation games. In the television series, he is the leader of a specific squad, which causes trouble for the populations. Ash catches one, who specifically has sunglasses on, making him look cool. What is the name of the first evolution of this Pokédex?
Donkey Kong’s “Nephew”?
This little monkey is part of Kongo Jungle, the island where Donkey Kong lives. He is recognizable by wearing his red hat, and a red shirt with two yellow stars on it. He is part of all the Donkey Kong games and is most of the time a playable character. He is also Donkey Kong’s best friend. In most games, he also is wearing a little jet pack that lets him fly temporarily. Would you know who this monkey is by any chance?
Who says: “A puppet that can no longer be used is mere garbage.”?
The main antagonist of a game in the series The Legend of Zelda. This mask is filled with pure evil power including making a moon crash into the core of the planet. He appears in a Zelda game from 2000. He is recognizable by a colorful mask, with a big pair of yellow eyes, and spikes on the side of the mask. He uses Skull Kid in order to communicate better to the world. What is the name of this mask?
What is the name of this King?
This character is the main villain in the Kirby series. He states himself as the ruler of the Popstar planet even though he does not do anything. He is recognizable because he resembles to a very obese yellow penguin with a red coat on and a hat with a white pompom on it. As well as his coat and hat, this guy also always has a huge hammer with him. What is the name of this King?
He's "gotta catch 'em all" - Who is he?
He is the main antagonist in the Pokémon television series. When he started, his first Pokémon was a Pikachu. Loyalty, friendship and honesty are the most important things to him as it not only creates bonding with his friends, but it also creates a special bonding with his Pokémon. He has traveled through Kanto, Johto and other continents. In every continents, he has faced many evil organizations and has battled his way through the Pokémon Leagues. Who is this famous Pokémon Trainer?
The Normal/Fairy Pokémon’s name?
According to the Pokédex, this Balloon Pokémon is registered as the number 39. This Pokémon is the middle of a three-stage Pokémon. When this Pokémon is singing and wants to be listened, people or Pokémon fall asleep and then, this Pokémon gets angry and draws on the faces of those asleep with a marker. This Pokémon is recognized by being round, pink and has big eyes, with an irresistible cuteness. What is the name of this cute Pokémon that can be found in grassy areas?
Who is this character?
She is one of Bowser’s minion and the only female. She bosses all seven of her brothers as she acts like she is the leader of all the Koopalings. She is recognizable by having a pink and white bow-tie. As well as her bow-tie, she also has 2 rings, she also has a pink spiky shell on her back. Her first appearance is in the 1988 game Super Mario Bros. 3. Since 2014, she is being portrayed by Ashley Flannegan. Out of all the seven Koopalings, which one is she?
What is the name of the woman who dated Fox and Panther?
This female Cerinian Vixen was born on Cerinia, a planet outside the Lylat System. She met Fox McCloud during a mission on the Planet Dinosaur (Star Fox Adventure) and later joins Star Fox Team. After a couple of missions, she has been dismissed by Team Fox for her safety. Deceived, she heads towards Star Wolf, where she will have a relationship with a teammate. She is 5 feet 8 and can be recognized because of her blue hair, her white face and her turquoise blue eyes. What is the name of the woman who dated Fox and Panther?
Who said that: “I'm going to knock you all the way back to the Mushroom Kingdom!” ?
This villain appeared in a single game as well as in a remake. She came from Beanbean kingdom in order to steel the Princess’ voice and to collect a certain star coming from her homeland. She is known as an evil witch and is smart. With the voice, she and her partner created a fake robot in order to talk to the Beanstar. She is the first female antagonist in the Super Mario series. What is the name of this wicked witch?
What is the name of this fluffy ball?
This character is recognizable by being a pink ball with eyes, small legs, small arms and a mouth. He mostly resembles and is often confused with the Pokémon Jigglypuff. In his ability, this character loves to eat and cook. This character can transform into the power depending on what eats. This antagonist is about 8 inches according to the “Super Smash Bros manual”. In his game, he is mostly shown to be riding his “Warp Star”. Who is this little cutie?
Which villain is that?
She is an antagonist in the Kid Icarus series. She is the queen of the Underworld. She is recognized with her purple and greyish dress, her torso is dark colored, and she has snakes as hair. She is dress, she has a staff that is blue, gold and has 2 snakes at the end of it. When people stare straight at her eyes, she can turn them into stones. Because of hatred of people, this character has been banished to the Underworld from the queen ruling at the Palace of the skies. Which villain is that?
Who has the Triforce of Power?
This villain is one of the main antagonist of “The Legend of Zelda” series. He is known to being able to transfigure from Human to Beast that looks and vice-versa. He is from the Gerudo tribe, a race that is made up of practically only women. Depending on the game, this villain can take on Link as the human form, the beast from and even both. He constantly kidnaps the Princess Zelda, to catch Link’s attention so he can kill both of them and put his hands on the Triforce. He possesses in his right hand the Triforce of Power, which explains his incredible force. Who would be scared of _________?
What is the name of this ghost?
He is the leader of all the ghosts. He is usually found in the haunted mansion. He is normally found in most Super Mario games and in some games, he is a playable character. He is recognized as a ghost with a crown on his head. He is the final boss in both Luigi’s Mansion game. Although this character despises both Mario and Brother, he seems to like and care for a lot of his fellow little ghosts. What is the name of this ghost?
Can you guess her name?
This creature’s gender is unknown even though many debates suggests that it is a girl when at the beginning, it was intended to be a male. At some point, Nintendo suggested that this creature is Yoshi’s girlfriend. She is recognizable by being pink, its round mouth and has a red bow-tie on the top of her head. She was first introduced in the game Super Mario bros 2 where she would be an enemy as she shoots eggs from her mouth. How can she be?
Who’s baby form is that?
This little infant was kidnapped by some Kamek in the Yoshi’s Island game. His little brother’s, baby companion, Yoshi, and his little brother Baby Mario had to go save him. He is a playable character in off series games such as Mario Kart Double Dash, Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time, etc. He is recognizable as being small, green and has an L on his cap. Unlike his adult version, this little one is considered as a “shy and coward”. Who am I talking about?
Who is this Blazing Pokémon?
This Pokémon is the 257th entry in the Pokédex. Its previous stage will evolve when he reaches level 36. He is recognizable for having long legs, his white-beige hair and his claws. He is an amazing fighter and it is said that he can jump higher than a 30 stories high building. In fights, he shoots out blaze. He is the third evolution form of a three stages family. When it’s HP is getting low, his attacks multiply by 1.5 times. What is his name?
Who is this “space pirate”?
Star Fox’s main rival and the Leader of rival Team. He was once appointed to kill the leader of Star Fox, but his objective quickly changed once another villain appeared. He then decided to save Fox and his team in a war. This pilot is often seen as an antagonist and in some games, he is a playable character. Earlier in his life, he used to be a “space pirate” and was wanted by the Corneria army for crimes done. Who is this “space pirate”?
Who is this plant Pokémon?
This grass-type Pokémon is the first entry in the Pokédex. It is on four legs and is the first evolution of a family of three. It has been caught by Ash Ketchum in a certain episode in the television scene. Ash’s Pokémon has a protective attribute. This Pokémon is mostly recognizable for his green skin and his flower on his back, where he can shoot his attacks from. In the First Generation games, he is one of the three starter Pokémon from which the player can choose. What is his name?
Who is this greedy punk?
This short guy is mostly described as the Nintendo icon’s enemy. He is recognizable by being short, muscled and he wears a yellow outfit with a “W” on his cap and purple/pink pants. In his own games, this character is shown as greedy and who only cares for money. He first made his appearance in the 1992’s game “Super Mario Land 2: Golden Coins” where he is the final boss. Whenever they both appear, his brother Waluigi and him are always trying to ruin the two main brothers in the Mario series. What is the name of this yellow guy?
Who is this fake Capitain Falcon?
This F-Zero racer is the exact clone of another racer. He is in the F-Zero Grand Prix in order to defeat this racer. To get a fair match, he got a ship called the Blood Hawk. Because he has this bounty hunter’s DNA, he is currently 37 years old, but biologically, he has 4 years old. When created, he was learned to listen to the evil boss. He made his first appearance was in a F-Zero game from 1998. He is recognizable by wearing a red dress and a purple helmet. Who is this racer?
Who is this Genetic Pokémon?
This Pokémon has been created by humans. They took the sample of another Pokémon to try and recreate this very rare Pokémon. He is the number 150 on the Pokédex entry chart. He is very powerful, which gives humans the reasons to try and control this Pokémon, like slaves. It got very mad at humans and want them to die. He is recognizable by his human-like appearance and his purple tail. He is known to have a dark heart. Who is this genetic Pokémon?
Who is this killer dragon?
He is Samus Aran’s main antagonist. Since his first appearance in 1986, this villain has been around in many different forms depending the game. His other names are “Geoform 187” and “The Cunning Go of Death”. He became Samus’ arch enemy since he led a group of space pirates to destroy a world, which happened to be Aran’s home planet. Over there, he killed her parents. Even though he gets killed by Samus a bunch of time, he still comes back to life, thanks to his group. Who is this dragon?
Name this character!
The villain is a human shaped demon. He has another form called the imprisoned, in which, Link has to defeat a couple of times during the game play of a Zelda game. He is recognizable with his black skin, his cape around his waist and the fire that comes out of his head to make his hair. Also, he has a sword that resembles the Master Sword and the Triforce logo is "upside down". Once defeated, this character swore the return of the demon for ever. What is his name?
Who is this little genius?
This professor is first appeared in the game “Luigi’s Mansion”. He is the reason why many gadgets, like the “Poltergust 3000”, a vacuum made to take out ghosts, are invented. He is the founder of a corporation by his name. When he speaks, he uses at many repetition words like “criminy”, “hullabaloo” and many more. He is recognizable with his scientific dress, his weird glasses and his little white toupee. He also appears in other games such as “Super Mario Sunshine”, “Luigi’s Mansion 2: Dark Moon” and others, in order to aid them with gadgets on their quests. Who is this little genius?
Who is this crocodile?
This crocodile is the main villain in the Donkey Kong series. He is noticeable by having two golden wrist bands as well as wearing a crown and a red cape. On different occasions, he kidnaps member of the Kong family. At the same time, he will steal bananas from the Kong Island for reasons that no one know, except for maybe let the Kong's starve. He made his first appearance in the game “Donkey Kong Country (1994)”. Who is this crocodile coming from the Kremling specie?