Nintendo has always been the face of gaming, but now that the company is dabbling in movies, it's establishing itself as a true movie company. Both The Super Mario Bros. Movie and Super Mario Galaxy Movie killed it at the checkout. The former is the 15th highest-grossing film of all time, while the latter is already the highest-grossing film of 2026, beating films like The Hail Mary Project and Michael biographical film.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie continues to break new records for its theatrical run, proving that there is a real demand for film adaptations of video games and nostalgic IPs. Long gone are the days when video game movies bombed at the box office and were released to disastrous reviews. Galaxy Super MarioThe company's success is proof that video game studios can successfully break into the cinematic realm, and the iconic PlayStation franchise deserves a chance to once again become one of Mario's biggest rivals.
The Legend of Zelda Movie has a new release date
In a rare twist of fate, The Legend of Zelda movie was pushed up instead of suffering the fate of delays that befell so many Zelda games.
The Mario & Sonic movies are proof that 90s mascots are bigger than ever
It's time for Crash Bandicoot to crash the party on the big screen
Success Super Mario and Sonic the Hedgehog movie franchises are a testament to the power of nostalgia. While Mario films released to mixed reviews, all three Sound the films have been well received and there is a lot of anticipation Sonic the Hedgehog 4which adjusts the elements Sonic CD. 90s mascots haven't been that big since the 90s, and Crash Bandicoot was right up there with Mario and Sonic at the time (and even more popular than the Blue Blur for a hot minute).
Like both of them Mario and Sound, Crash Bandicoot the series is filled with a diverse cast of characters, a lush world, and a cartoonish feel that could be perfectly translated into a movie. as a PlayStation franchise, Crash Bandicoot was always more cinematic than other platformers in the 90s, with dynamic camera angles and fully voiced cutscenes. The PS1 games also did a good job of keeping it light while still telling a coherent story with continuity and interesting lore hidden in the background.
The Crash Bandicoot N.Sane Trilogy it's still moving copies nearly a decade after the remake was released, proving there's a big audience for bandicoot. Sony can take advantage of Crash's naturally funnier world and edgier sense of humor and style compared to Super Mario Bros. and Sound. As long as Sony sticks with the stories of the original cast, Crash's cast is more than fresh enough to carry a movie on their own — but they might not be alone. Failure needs to remove the page Mario's book and celebrate the PlayStation in the same way that Nintendo did with its other IP v Galaxy film.
Crash Cinematic Universe can finally do PlayStation All-Stars justice
Crash opens the door for Spyro, Sly Cooper and others
PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale was Sony's admirable attempt to compete with Nintendo Super Smash Bros. franchise, but was ultimately held back by his roster. What was supposed to be a celebration of the PlayStation was missing several iconic characters that helped define the PS1's legacy. Getting characters like Solid Snake Solid metal gearbox and Cloud Strife by Final Fantasy VII it was always going to be an uphill battle, but Crash Bandicoot and Spyro the Dragon.
In the same way Super Mario Bros. films create a soft Super Smash Bros. cinematic universe with the inclusion of Donkey Kong, Fox McCloud, ROB and Mr. Game & Watch, a Crash Bandicoot the movie can do the same for PlayStation's legendary roster of characters. Crash Bandicoot 4: It's About Time they've already created a multiverse for the series that could easily be used as a springboard for a Crash crossover featuring the likes of Spyro, Sly Cooper, Parappa the Rapper, and even PlayStation newcomers like Astro Bot. PlayStation All-Stars Battle RoyaleIn the end, the list was too focused on more mature and serious IP from Sony God of War, Uncharted, Ingloriousand Twisted Metal.
Crash Bandicoot is a series that appeals to all ages and is a natural fit with the other PlayStation mascots. Crash Bandicoot was a legitimate competitor to Mario at the time, and Crash Cinematic Universe could beat Nintendo at their own game by catering to a different brand of nostalgia that would still resonate with audiences around the world. In addition, a Fall the film could revive dead franchises and encourage studios like Sucker Punch to create more Sly Cooper game. Too many great PlayStation IPs have been dormant for too long, and Crash may be the key to bringing them back for a new audience.
