Luigi, Mario's brother, is a character beloved by Nintendo fans and an integral part of the Super Mario franchise's game universe. Although he is often portrayed as a minor character, Luigi has a unique personality and fascinating trivia that many players are unaware of. In this special article of Coliseu Geek, we'll explore some fun facts about Luigi that might surprise you.
Origin of the name Luis
The name Luigi is of Italian origin and is a variation of the name Luís. In the Japanese version, he is called “Ruīji”, which is also a transliteration of the English name. The name Luigi was chosen to pair with Mario and follow the tradition of Italian names for the characters.
Luigi's debut
Luigi made his first appearance in the game “Mario Bros.” from 1983, where he and Mario worked together in a plumbing factory to fight creatures like the Koopas. However, it was in “Super Mario Bros.” 1985 that Luigi gained more prominence and became more recognizable.
Luigi, the younger brother
Although many believe that Luigi is Mario's younger brother, he is actually described as Mario's "fraternal" younger brother. This means that they are siblings, but not identical twins. Luigi is taller and thinner than Mario, which helps to differentiate them.
Luigi's personality
While Mario is portrayed as brave and fearless, Luigi is known for his timid and insecure personality. He often shows nervousness and fear in dangerous situations, which gives him a unique charisma and makes him a character adored by many.
Luigi's favorite color
The color green is strongly associated with Luigi, and many believe it to be his favorite color. However, in interviews, Shigeru Miyamoto, Mario's creator, revealed that the green color was chosen for Luigi simply because it contrasted well with Mario's red.
Luigi as protagonist
Although he is often portrayed as a supporting character, Luigi has starred in several games as a main character. Games like “Luigi's Mansion” and “Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon” put Luigi on scary adventures and show his fearless side.
The controversial “Death of Luigi”
In 2018, Nintendo released a trailer for the game “Super Smash Bros. Ultimate" that depicted Luigi's apparent death. The scene generated a great deal of backlash and speculation among fans, but Nintendo later clarified that Luigi was merely being possessed by a ghost.
