Description When Shigeru Miyamoto created Jumpman for his new platform game, Donkey Kong , it's highly unlikely that he realized he was creating the most recognizable gaming character of all time.
That's exactly what happened though, and after a quick name change to Mario as well as a change in job professions (he started off life as a carpenter) the mascot to end all mascots was born.
Everyone remembers the first time they discovered the princess they were rescuing was i.
The complete book of mario: the ultimate guide to gaming's most iconic character, hardcover/Sona Books
