Super Mario is coming to ‘Minecraft’ for the first time ever — and it looks incredible

These incredible stages are coming to "Minecraft" as a part of the "Super Mario Mash-Up Pack," a totally free update to the Wii U version of "Minecraft":

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While it may not seem like it at first glance, these two franchises fit perfectly together.

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The all-ages appeal of "Minecraft" merges perfectly with the classic retro feel of "Super Mario."

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And there's something quite awesome about seeing those two worlds collide.

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You'll be able to play as almost every Mario character you can think of, including Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Daisy. But that's not all!

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There's also Toad, Yoshi, Toadette, and Birdo. There will be a total of 40 playable characters coming out with the "Super Mario Mash-Up Pack."

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According to the official press release, "Players will be able to fend off blocky Hammer Bros. and Dry Bones the same way they do Creepers and Zombies." It looks like there will be a number of other enemies coming as well, including Koopas and those jumping fire snakes!

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It's unbelievable that these amazing levels are free!

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I'd never thought I'd say this, but playing as Waluigi in a first-person game actually looks pretty cool.

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You'll also be able to listen to "Super Mario" music while you build giant Toad fortresses, including 15 tracks from "Super Mario 64."

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Here's the iconic castle from "Super Mario 64." Bets on whether or not you can jump into the paintings?

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I really hope that pipe leads to a secret level.

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Here's our first look at the some of the exclusive items in the pack, including the Fire Flower and those classic POW blocks.

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The fact that it's a totally free update doesn't hurt, either. The "Super Mario Mash-Up" pack arrives on May 17!

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Check out the full trailer below: