‘Super Mario Galaxy Movie’ Posters Hint At Inclusion Of Iconic 2002 Game
The upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie is poised to take Mario and his friends on a cosmic adventure, but it might also be taking a trip back to a fan-favorite destination. Eagle-eyed fans have spotted a clue in recent promotional materials that suggests a classic location from the GameCube era could make a surprising comeback: Isle Delfino from Super Mario Sunshine.
This potential inclusion has sparked excitement among long-time fans who hold a special place in their hearts for Mario’s tropical vacation gone wrong.
A Brief History of Isle Delfino
Released in 2002 for the Nintendo GameCube, Super Mario Sunshine was a unique entry in the 3D Mario series. It swapped the familiar landscapes of the Mushroom Kingdom for the sunny, resort-like setting of Isle Delfino. The game revolved around a new mechanic, the F.L.U.D.D. (Flash Liquidizer Ultra Dousing Device), a water-shooting backpack that Mario used to clean up a mysterious goop that had covered the island.
While elements from Super Mario Sunshine, like the F.L.U.D.D. and Bowser Jr., have become staples in the broader Mario universe, Isle Delfino itself has remained largely unexplored since its debut. Outside of a few race tracks in the Mario Kart series, the island and its unique inhabitants have not been revisited in a mainline game. This makes its potential appearance in the new movie a significant event for fans of the franchise.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie Hides Clues In Plain Sight
So, what has everyone so convinced that Isle Delfino is coming to the big screen? The hint comes from character posters for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. The posters for Princess Peach and Captain Toad show them alongside several familiar creatures from the Mario games, including the Star Bunnies and Penguins from Super Mario Galaxy. However, they are also joined by the Piantas.
The Piantas are the primary residents of Isle Delfino and were central to the story of Super Mario Sunshine. While they have made cameos in other titles, their home world has always been the tropical island. Their prominent placement in the promotional art feels like a deliberate nod, suggesting they will play a role in the movie’s story.
How Isle Delfino Could Fit into the Movie
The story of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie seems to involve Mario and his friends traveling to various worlds to stop Bowser. Marketing has already revealed several different settings, from a casino world inspired by Super Mario Bros. 2 to the Cascade Kingdom from Super Mario Odyssey.
This multi-world journey provides the perfect opportunity to re-imagine Isle Delfino as one of the planets or galaxies the heroes visit. It could be a vibrant, tropical world that Mario, Peach, and Toad must save from Bowser’s latest scheme. This would not only be a fantastic tribute to a beloved game but would also allow a new generation of fans to experience the unique charm of Super Mario Sunshine on the big screen.
While nothing is confirmed, the evidence is compelling. The inclusion of the Piantas feels like more than just a coincidence, giving fans hope that they will soon see Isle Delfino brought to life in a whole new way.
