Toadsworth’s Absence Has Fans Mourning in Super Mario Sunshine Revival

Nintendo has recently announced the much-anticipated return of Super Mario Sunshine on Nintendo Switch Online next month, but not everything is sunshine and rainbows for fans. The latest artwork for the game has sparked some serious discussions among the community, particularly regarding the beloved character, Toadsworth.

For those who might not remember, Toadsworth is the distinguished old Toad who serves as Princess Peach’s assistant. He joined Mario and Peach on their vacation to Isle Delfino and has been a cherished character in the franchise ever since. Yet, it’s been a staggering 13 years since Toadsworth’s last appearance in a mainline Mario game, with only brief cameos in spin-offs to keep his memory alive.

Fans have taken to Reddit to voice their concerns after spotting Toadsworth’s absence in a recently released summer wallpaper from Nintendo. A post titled “are we serious, Nintendo?” has gone viral, with comments ranging from dark humor about Toadsworth’s fate to expressions of disappointment. One user quipped, “and then there’s Toadsworth, he’s dead…” while others lamented, “He really is never showing up again.”

Adding fuel to the fire, some fans pointed out the presence of FLUDD in the new art, while Toadsworth remains conspicuously missing. This has led to speculation that the character may have met a grim fate due to past actions in games like Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door. Could he have been “executed”? Who knows!

Despite the light-hearted banter, Toadsworth’s disappearance has struck a chord with many. His charming presence is missed, and while the next Mario game won’t be boycotted over this, seeing him back in action would surely delight fans. Here’s hoping that Nintendo gives Toadsworth a chance to shine once again in future titles!

As we gear up for the return of Super Mario Sunshine, let’s cherish the memories of our favorite characters and hope for some surprises in the game ahead!