The world of manga and video games dresses in mourning. Kazuki Motoyama, author and draftsman of the manga Super Mario Bros, died at the age of 69, as confirmed by her sister, the also artist Motoyama laughthrough your official Instagram account.
Super Mario Mangaka Dies
Although an exact date of death has not been confirmed, everything indicates that it occurred during the month of October, according to the Risa publication. The news began to spread on social networks after a viral publication that recalled the trajectory of the mangaka and its contribution to the universe of Mario.
MOTOYAMA He was known for bringing the adventures of the iconic plumber in the 80s and 90s to Paper. Through a manga serialized in the magazine BONBON COMIC from “Kodansha”. His work was characterized by humor, energy and that mixture of action and tenderness that managed to capture the essence of games of Super Mario. For many readers, it was his first gateway to the world of Japanese comics.
The legacy of Kazuki Motoyama and the consolation of the community
motoyama laugh, Author and illustrator of the “Start with a Happy Ending” manga. He shared a brief and touching message in announcing the loss of his brother: “My brother passed away. Thank you to everyone who helped us during his life. I’m sorry for the concern caused. I’ll be back when I calm down a bit.”
After hearing the news, many fans and communities of manga and video games expressed their condolences on X/Twitter. Recalling the impact that adaptations of MOTOYAMA they had in their childhood. A post that went viral summed it up with simplicity: “His stories were passionate, intense and full of affection. They accompanied me for years. Thanks a lot»».
The work of Kazuki Motoyama, beyond the video game
The legacy of Kazuki Motoyama It transcends its role as a mangaka. His interpretation of Super Mario He helped give identity to the character outside the realm of video games. showing that the adventures of Mario and Luigi They could move the same on printed pages as on a console. His work captured the innocence, humor and imagination that turned Mario Bros in a cultural phenomenon.
Beyond the manga, Super Mario It represents something bigger than a simple video game. It is part of the childhood of millions of people, a symbol of creativity and joy that has united generations for almost four decades. MOTOYAMA He was part of that story, helping to build with his strokes a universe that continues to inspire new creators.
rest in peace, Kazuki Motoyama. Your art will continue to live every time someone smiles hearing the name of Mario.
