Nintendo launched its first console, the Nintendo Entertainment System, in North America in 1985 and with it, introduced the popular Super Mario Bros. franchise. Mario has since gone on to star in many gaming adventures, becoming the 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 countdown to Christmas just got more fun this holiday season with the Super Mario Advent Calendar. This holiday themed advent calendar is full of surprises! Reveal a 2.5 inch scale figure or accessory each day to start or add to your collection. Includes 24 popular Super Mario characters and accessories, featuring Ice Luigi, Princess Peach, Light Blue Yoshi and first releases of a special Santa Mario, Snowman Mario, Snowman Luigi and more. Each figure and accessory is hidden behind a numbered door so you dont know what you will get next. The holiday themed packaging allows you to open up the front panel and use the pop-up environment to display and create your own Christmas scene. This is a great holiday gift for Super Mario fans of all ages.