# Untooning Video Game Characters Anthony Jones Designs Real-Life Mario, Luigi, Bowser & Princess By Marissa Brassfield | Published 2009-06-21 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/anthony-jones-mario References: [robotpencildesign.blogspot](http://robotpencildesign.blogspot.com/2009/04/next-gen-mario.html) Conceptual artist Anthony Jones is creating a fanfic spinoff of the [Super Mario Bros.](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-kart-set) called 'Mario,' and he's designed untooned versions of Princess Peach, Mario, Luigi, and Bowser to accompany the piece. I love the idea of untooning cartoons and classic video game characters. Check them all out in the featured gallery! **Implications** - Each of the characters come with a "real world" story. Mario is portrayed as a "beat down" plumber, Princess Peach is portrayed as a busty babe actress/supermodel while Bowser takes on the role of an evil mob boss. Poor Luigi just looks like he has a cold with his red nose and blood-shot eyes. The images are absolutely awesome and even if you aren't a fan you will surely enjoy them! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 6.6/10 - Popularity: 94% | Activity: 96% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Untooning Cartoon Characters:** New trend of transforming cartoon characters into more realistic versions by artists like Anthony Jones. - **Fan Fiction Spinoffs:** Rising trend of artists and storytellers creating their own versions of popular media, opening opportunities for new stories and merchandise. - **Realistic Character Design:** A growing trend of designing characters to look more like real-life people or animals, providing new levels of immersion in media and marketing. ### Where This Applies - **Gaming:** Untooning can provide opportunities for gaming companies to create new and more immersive gaming experiences for players. - **Entertainment:** Untooning and fan fiction spinoffs open the door for new opportunities in the entertainment industry with original content and merchandise. - **Advertising and Marketing:** Realistic character design can be used in advertising and marketing campaigns to help better connect with consumers through more relatable content. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game-Themed Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truffle-infused-hot-sauces.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Hovercrafts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-kart-hovercraft.md) - [Video Game Character Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toadstool-cafe.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-x-super-mario.md) - [Cozy Video Game Loungewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-meets-gelato-pique.md) - [Cartoon-Inspired Plush Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/build-a-bear.md) - [Haunting Gaming Adventures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hauntii-xbox-game.md) - [Regal Adventure Game Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-princess-peach-showtime.md) - [Gaming-Inspired Anime Figures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaminginspired-anime-figures.md)