Part 3 of the Disney and Video Games Series 

What happens when the kings of the Mushroom Kingdom meet the masters of the Magic Kingdom? In this episode of Synergy Loves Company, Eric explores the fascinating, unexpected, and sometimes chaotic history of Disney and Nintendo—two global icons that share more than you think!
From their surprising 1959 card game collaboration to the cult-classic chaos of the 1993 Super Mario Bros. movie (yes, Disney helped bring THAT to life!), discover how these titans have influenced each other through innovation, storytelling, and family-friendly fun. Plus: Did you know Nintendo once put Mickey Mouse on their first big handheld hit? Or that Bowser crashed the world of Disney’s Wreck-It Ralph? The connections run deeper than you think!
What You’ll Learn In This Episode:

• How Mickey Mouse and Mario’s origins are more alike than you’d ever guess


• The truth behind Nintendo’s first Disney deal (and what it meant for their future)


• Behind the scenes of the infamous Super Mario Bros. live-action movie—Disney drama included!


• Why Universal got Super Nintendo World instead of Disney Parks


• Where these two family entertainment giants overlap—and fiercely compete!

Games & Movies Mentioned:

• Nintendo Game & Watch: Mickey Mouse, Mickey & Donald


• Super Mario Bros. (the 1993 movie & the 2023 animated hit)


• Wreck-It Ralph

… and so much more nostalgia!

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