Nintendo launched its first console in North America in 1985 and the rest is video game history. Nintendo has sold more than 4.7 billion video games globally including the popular Super Mario Bros. franchise. Mario has since gone on to star in many more gaming adventures allowing him to evolve into the beloved pop-culture icon he is today. Along with his friends Luigi Peach Yoshi and Toad this classic video game hero has an enduring appeal for fans of all ages! The Switchback Hill Playset lets you enjoy this fun setting inspired by the Super Mario video games. You can recreate the gameplay using the included two and half inch Mario figure by navigating him through various obstacles. Included in this playset are three interactive environment pieces with working mechanisms. Slide Mario up and down on the lift and jump from platform to platform collecting coins but watch out for metal piece Bill! You can even switch up the scene by moving around the interchangeable Bill Blaster lift and platform to your liking. Start building up your Super Mario world with this amazing playset. Suggested for kids ages 3 years and up.