Google Super Mario Bros Easter Egg is an interactive tribute to Nintendo’s iconic platformer. A flashing Question Mark Block appears on screen, and clicking it collects coins with that classic 8-bit chime. Each hit racks up points — just like smashing a block in the actual game. It’s a small detail, but instantly nostalgic for anyone who grew up with Mario.
Google first added this Easter egg in September 2015 to celebrate the 30th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. The original game launched in Japan on September 13, 1985, and went on to define an entire generation of gaming. Google’s tribute was simple but perfectly executed — a single interactive element that captured the feel of the source material without overcomplicating things.
What makes this Easter egg satisfying is how faithful it feels. The Question Mark Block flashes exactly like it does in the NES original. Each click produces a coin that pops up with that unmistakable “ding” sound, and you earn 200 points per hit. The animation is quick and snappy, matching the rhythm of the games. It’s a tiny interaction, but it hits the nostalgia button hard.
There’s also a hidden bonus. If you click the block 100 times, you’ll hear another classic sound — the 1-UP chime. It’s the same tone that plays when Mario grabs an extra life mushroom, and hearing it after all that clicking feels like a proper reward. Most people miss this because they stop after a few clicks, but dedicated fans will appreciate the extra touch.
How To Play Google Super Mario Bros Easter Egg
Look for the flashing Question Mark Block on the page. Click or tap it to collect coins.
Each click earns you 200 points and plays the classic coin sound from the original Super Mario Bros. The coin pops out of the block with a quick animation, just like in the game.
Keep clicking to build your score. The points add up fast, and there’s something oddly satisfying about hearing that “ding” over and over.
Hit the block 100 times and you’ll trigger a bonus — the 1-UP sound effect. It’s the unmistakable chime that plays when Mario earns an extra life, and it’s a nice reward for anyone patient enough to keep tapping.
The Easter egg works on both desktop and mobile. On desktop, click the block with your mouse. On mobile, just tap it. The sounds and animations work the same either way.