Nintendo Clears the Air: Mario and Princess Peach Are Just Friends

Despite decades of speculation and storyline rescues, Nintendo has officially confirmed that Mario and Princess Peach are not a couple.

Princess Peach and Mario are good friends and help each other out whenever they can,” says the message from Nintendo Today,

According to a recent update on the Nintendo Today app, the two iconic characters are simply “good friends” who help each other out when needed.

While fans have long assumed a romantic connection, especially with Mario’s countless times saving Peach, the gaming company says their bond is based on friendship, not love.