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Nintendo’s Talking Flower From Mario Wonder Launches March 12, With Preorders Now Open

The multilingual, sensor-equipped desk companion signals Nintendo’s push to extend Mario’s appeal beyond games.

Overview

  • The standalone gadget speaks locally and reacts to users via motion and proximity detection, voice output, and an ambient temperature sensor.
  • A top button triggers phrases and original game sounds, and holding the button mutes the device for quick quiet control.
  • An autonomous mode lets the flower offer spontaneous quips, time announcements, and context-aware comments throughout the day.
  • Support spans eleven languages, including Spanish for Spain and Latin America, English, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Brazilian Portuguese, Japanese, Chinese, and Korean.
  • Preorders are available through My Nintendo and authorized retailers, with analysts framing the release as part of Nintendo’s broader IP diversification following strong Mario sales and recent profits.