No video game franchise is as instantly recognizable as Super Mario Bros. This Nintendo franchise has delighted kids, teens, and adults since older Millennials were in grade school. Even though graphics have improved over the years, the older versions of the beloved characters have stood the test of time. The nostaglia is strong, and using the classic characters, icons, and color schemes make sense for a gaming man cave. Gets some of these items to create a retro Super Mario Bros man cave.

King Boo Neon Sign

Sure, you could put Mario, Luigi, or Bowser on your wall. But the King Boo neon sign shows you know and appreciate the minor characters, too. The sign’s diameter is roughly 13 inches. It connects to power via and included 6.5-foot USB cord. Predrilled hole on the back make hanging the sign easy. You’ll admire the sign on your wall in no time!

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Bowser Gaming Chair

If you tend to root for the bad guys in movies, television, and gaming, you’ll want the Bowser X Rocker Gaming Chair as your seat for game play. This rocking gaming chair folds in half for when you want to store it away. But would you really put this chair in a closet? No! You’ll want to display it to your friends. It also comes in versions with Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Yoshi. With so many options, you can have plenty of seats to host a Mario Kart tournament.

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Game Controller Rug

Your cushy sofa needs an area rug in front of it. Since getting a video game themed couch is probably out of the question, the next best thing is a game controller rug featuring controllers throughout video game history. You’re sure to find your favorite Nintendo controller somewhere on this rug. Measuring roughly 5 feet by 4 four feet, this rug is perfect for placement in front of either a standard size sofa or love seat.

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Paladone Super Mario Bros Desk Lamp

If your man cave has a work-at-home station or a side table, the Paladone Super Mario Bros Desk Lamp is the perfect accent light. Standing just over 12 inches tall, this lamp fits anywhere you need a little extra light. The lamp controls are laid out like an original NES controller. The arrows control the brightness of the light, and the A and B buttons are the on and off switches. The base resembles a controller’s cord, and the shade shows a scene from the first NES Super Mario Bros game.

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Super Mario Bros 3 Tin Sign

Adults born in the early 1980s have a special place in their hearts for Super Mario Bros 3. The game represents a leap forward in the franchise and has tons of cool new quirks that just felt right. The Super Mario Bros 3 Tin Sign brings back memories of swinging Mario’s racoon tail to knock off goombas and koopa troopas. If only all video games were winners like this one.