# Playtime Propaganda Posters These Mario Propaganda Posters Keep Video Game Players in Line By Corinne Guirgis | Published 2011-08-25 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-propaganda-posters References: [technabob](http://technabob.com/blog/2011/08/24/mario-propaganda-posters/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=feed&utm_campaign=Feed:) & [walyou](http://walyou.com/mario-propaganda-posters/) [Video game lovers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-talking-flower) and history buffs -- brace yourselves because these Mario Propaganda Posters will take you back. Motivational war posters are one of the most telling resources historians use to gain insight into government efforts to promote war. For gamers, Mario's war against Bowser and the Koopas is as powerful and significant a fight, and these posters play with recruitment on both sides. From creative firm Design Co, the posters are as beautiful as they are humorous, infused with familiar imagery from both the Great Wars and the [Super Mario franchise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-kart-set). These four designs are available as prints and are a fresh and fun way to [decorate your bedroom](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/retro-gaming-box)! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.1/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 52% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Toys](https://www.trendhunter.com/toys) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Retro Gaming:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating modern versions of classic video games with a nostalgic twist. - **Historical Mashup:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in merging historical themes with popular culture to create unique and engaging artwork or products. - **Satirical Propaganda:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in using satire and humor to comment on political or social issues through visual design. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Gaming:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in developing retro-style video games with updated graphics and gameplay mechanics. - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating mashup artwork that combines elements from different historical periods or cultural references. - **Print and Merchandise:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in producing satirical propaganda posters or related products for sale to the general public. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Gaming Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-x-super-mario.md) - [Video Game Refreshment Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/suntory-x-super-mario.md) - [Video Game Travel Merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-super-mario-travel-items.md) - [Cozy Video Game Loungewear](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-meets-gelato-pique.md) - [Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunscreen-mist.md) - [Game-Inspired Soap Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gameinspired-soap-collection.md) - [Video Game-Themed Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truffle-infused-hot-sauces.md) - [Playful Home Purifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woop-air-purifier.md) - [Family-Friendly Gamer Apparel](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-clothing-line.md)