Mario, Sonic and Friends Compete for Gold

Mario, Sonic and friends are heading back to the sporting scene with Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games.

During Nintendo Direct yesterday evening, Nintendo introduced the latest round of cross-over sporting feats with a colourful opening movie for the new 3DS and Wii U games. Join Mario, Princess Peach, Bowser, Sonic, Eggman, Tails and those oddballs from Sonic Lost World as they partner up to compete for gold. The game is coming to Wii U on 24th June.

Are you hungry for Mario & Sonic action? What's your favourite Olympic event?