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Super Mario Koopa Shell Mice Also Make Good Projectiles

Lambert Varias — Tue, 15 May 2012 15:00:41 +0000

NCSX has peddled Super Mario computer mice before, but the new Koopa shell USB mice are actually usable, thanks to their sleek, ergonomic, aerodynamic, banana peel-repelling, kart-flipping shape.

It also comes with a mouse pad with a gimmick that only makes sense if you place the mouse on Mario or Luigi’s hands. Although judging from how cheap the mice are, I think you might need the mouse pad for traction anyhow. You can order the Koopa shell USB mouse from NCSX for about $31 (USD). It comes in red and green. Because a blue shell would destroy you and anyone you ever loved.

[via Wonderland]

Mario Floor Coverings for Fun Under Foot

Technabob — Fri, 08 Feb 2008 01:35:52 +0000

Tired of the same old bare floors? Why not cover them up with a little Mario magic? These plush mats lay down on your floor and feature icons from the classic Super Mario Brothers series.

Each squishy floor tile measures 40cm x 40cm (15.74 x 15.74″), and if you’re willing to spend some serious dough, you can cover your entire floor with ‘em. At $23 a piece, they’re more expensive than some schmancy Persian rugs, but for dedicated Mario fanboys and fangirls, money should be no object. After all, you should have plenty of extra gold coins lying around?

They’re made in Mario, Shroom, Goomba, Question Mark Block and Brick patterns, but the bricks are currently sold out, so my dreams of recreating the entire Mushroom Kingdom in my living room have been dashed for now. Made by Banpresto, they’re available from NCSX.

[via Level Select]

Mario Brothers Mice: Function Follows Form

Technabob — Wed, 14 Feb 2007 04:50:57 +0000

Here’s another fun product for all you Nintendo fanboys and girls. These Dot Design 2 Super Mario Brothers computer mice from Banpresto features popular bitmap characters from the popular game series.

The mice come in two designs, one featuring Mario, and the other featuring a familiar Star shape. While both are fully functional USB input devices, one could argue whether or not they are particularly comfortable to grip or ergonomically well designed. Regardless, they look like fun, and if you’re a Mario fan you might just want one of these on your desk. They’re available for the first time in America for $23 each from NCSX.

[via Kotaku]