Many people view Mario, the beloved video game character, as a symbol of joy and happiness. However, a recent study suggests that Mario might actually be toxic, causing hype and rage among players of the Super Mario Bros Wonder game.

The study, conducted by researchers at the University of Gaming Psychology, focused on analyzing the emotional impact of playing Super Mario Bros Wonder. The results were surprising and revealed a darker side to the popular character.

One of the main findings of the study was that Mario creates a sense of hype amongst players. This hype can be beneficial up to a certain point, as it drives excitement and enhances the gaming experience. However, excessive hype can be detrimental, leading to frustration and anger when players are unable to meet their heightened expectations.

The researchers observed that the level design in Super Mario Bros Wonder often triggers this hype.

Players are presented with challenging obstacles and hidden treasures, making them eager to progress and accomplish difficult tasks. This eagerness can quickly turn into anger when players repeatedly fail to overcome these obstacles, leading to a sense of unjustified rage towards the game and, indirectly, towards Mario himself.

Furthermore, the study suggested that Mario's character in the game exacerbates this toxic behavior.

Despite being the protagonist, Mario has certain attributes that contribute to players' anger and frustration. For instance, Mario appears to possess superhuman abilities, such as the ability to jump high or run fast. However, instead of these abilities being an advantage, players often feel they are being hindered by them. This discrepancy between expectation and reality further fuels the players' rage and frustration.

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