Super Mario Brothers character's name is changed by Nintendo from potential racial slur

Super Mario Brothers character’s name is changed by Nintendo from potential racial slur after three decades

• The character will have its name changed from Blackie to Spike in Japanese
• He has been known by this name to Western fans of the video game

By James Callery

Published: 05:28 EDT, 25 April 2023 | Updated: 14:46 EDT, 25 April 2023