Nintendo Launches New Stop-Motion Mario Episode 'Making Melodies' on YouTube

Nintendo Expands Its Stop-Motion Mario Series With 'Making Melodies' on YouTube Nintendo has delighted fans once again by releasing a brand-new episode in its popular stop-motion animation series, 'It's Me, Mario!', on the official Play Nintendo YouTube channel.

Episode 4, aptly titled 'Making Melodies,' invites viewers to join Mario, Yoshi, and Toad as they experiment with Music Blocks, ultimately recreating the beloved Super Mario theme song in a vibrant and engaging format. The latest episode continues the charming stop-motion animation style that viewers have come to expect from the Play Nintendo team.

Clocking in at around one minute, 'Making Melodies' delivers a quick burst of fun suitable for Nintendo's wide-ranging audience, from younger Super Mario fans to nostalgic adults who grew up with the series.

This installment marks the first new entry in the series uploaded since August 25th, breaking a two-month hiatus and reinvigorating the channel's ongoing engagement with its fanbase. In a statement for Play Nintendo's audience, the creative team highlighted their intent to both entertain and inspire creativity.

'With “Making Melodies,” we wanted to show how Mario and his friends can turn play into music, and encourage viewers to experiment with sound and rhythm,' the developers shared through official channel communications.

The episode's playful interaction between Mario, Yoshi, and Toad as they experiment with Music Blocks underscores Nintendo’s commitment to fostering interactive discovery and fun. The arrival of 'Making Melodies' also coincides with the launch of new Yoshi-themed toys in the expanding My Mario line of interactive children’s products.

These new releases follow the ongoing success of Nintendo’s merchandise strategy, which routinely integrates beloved characters like Yoshi into engaging toy and app experiences.

The My Mario product range continues to grow, with innovative interactive features designed to appeal to children and collectors alike. Nintendo's Play Nintendo YouTube channel has increasingly served as an important platform for reaching younger audiences, offering creative content that extends the magic of its celebrated gaming hardware and franchises such as Super Mario and Nintendo Switch.

Previous episodes of the stop-motion series have explored themes of adventure and teamwork, each time featuring Mario and friends in a variety of playful, imaginative scenarios. To date, Play Nintendo remains a cornerstone of Nintendo’s family-friendly outreach efforts online, providing fresh content that aligns with new product launches and key brand milestones.

With the return of the 'It's Me, Mario!' series and the release of new Yoshi-centric My Mario toys, Nintendo maintains its reputation as a leader in creative entertainment for fans of all ages.

You can catch the latest episode, 'Making Melodies,' now on the official Play Nintendo YouTube channel.