Well, folks, it’s time for some fun, scandalous, and absolutely wild gaming news straight from the one and only Shigeru Miyamoto. In a recent interview with IGN, our favorite gaming genius has finally shared his thoughts on everyone’s favorite medicine-tossing moustachioed man – Dr. Mario.

Now, as we all know, Mario has played many different roles throughout his long and illustrious career. He’s been a plumber, a kart racer, a tennis star, and of course, a heroic adventurer who constantly saves Princess Peach from the clutches of evil. But Miyamoto has thrown us all for a loop with his views on one of Mario’s lesser-known alter egos: Dr. Mario.

In discussing the Super Mario Bros. Movie, Miyamoto talks about how the film explores the everyman side of our favorite plumber-turned-doctor. And then he drops the bombshell: Dr. Mario shouldn’t be trusted. Say what?! Yes, our cherished red-clad physician might just have a shady side.

According to Miyamoto, Mario’s working-class background is key to this idea: “Mario’s a blue-collar, he’s a regular person. So, even when he becomes Dr. Mario, there’s a sort of, like, shadiness, like ‘can I trust this person?'” Talk about drama! Miyamoto goes on to express his happiness with how the film depicts this evolution of Mario into a hero. But one thing’s for sure: we’ll never look at Dr. Mario the same way again.

And, hey, it’s not like Dr. Mario has had the most spotless record. The pill-popping game debuted back in 1990 and has made several appearances since then, with the mobile version, Dr. Mario World, ending its service in 2021. Now, as we eagerly await the release of The Super Mario Bros. Movie in theaters, one thing is certain: Mario’s wild ride is far from over.

But let’s not forget about the other exciting gaming news out there! You can now team up with Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and their Rabbid pals for a whole new adventure across the galaxy in a quest to save their Spark companions. Uncover mysterious secrets, take on epic battles with new bosses, and enjoy some classic Mario mayhem with your favorite eclectic mix of characters. And who knows, maybe even Dr. Mario will make a surprise appearance, though you may want to think twice before trusting him with your life!