Savory roasted venison from the Whispering Taiga, cooked by trackers by the campfire. Hearty and nourishing, this meal restores strength after a cold day exploring snowy woods.

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Taiga Hunter’s Venison

A robust sausage wrapped in golden bread, popular among city inventors for mid-day energy boosts. A true classic of Soviet culinary ingenuity.

Engineer’s Sausage Roll

Traditional, hearty rye bread from the grand markets of Union City. Dense and nourishing, perfect for city folk and travelers alike.

Union Rye Loaf

A soft, spiral sweet roll with creamy icing, enjoyed during literary evenings at the Writer’s Retreat. Comforting and delicious.

Peredelkino Sweet Roll

A triangular slice of rustic countryside pizza, topped with sausage, melty cheese, and crisp vegetables—favored by Wheatlands villagers during festivals.

Golden Wheat Pizza Slice

Crisp, juicy red apple from Red Star Grove, symbolizing health and camaraderie among the city’s people.

Red Star Apple

Wild red-capped mushroom, commonly found in Toadstool Woods but unchecked for safety. May cause minor discomfort.

Redcap Fungus

Vivid green mushroom from the depths of the taiga, rumored to induce dizziness or strange dreams.

Green Dreamcap

A rare and beautiful purple mushroom. Its enticing color belies a strong, unpleasant aftereffect.

Amethyst Toadstool

A dull gray mushroom usually found near factory ruins. Its taste is as grim as its look and leaves one feeling faint.

Grey Ghost Cap

A pungent, undercooked green fish—said to lurk in Ironworks District rivers. Unwise to eat without proper preparation.

Sour Pike

A suspicious green potion in a round-bottomed vial—sometimes mistaken for healthy brews in Mushroom Border Forest.

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Set just outside the main avenues, Red Star Grove is a whimsical cluster of rounded green trees where pixelated sunlight streams through broad canopies, casting playful shapes on cobblestones below. Residents gather here for picnics, secret negotiations, and impromptu folk dances among blooming wildflowers. Hidden paths and cheerful wildlife make it a favorite spot for both adventure and diplomacy.

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Red Star Grove

Deep within the north lies Twilight Pine Sanctuary, an ancient, snow-dusted pine forest echoing with the calls of hidden wildlife and the soft crunch of mossy undergrowth. Shadows of tall, frosted trees create an air of mystery, and tinkerers’ campsites glow with tiny lanterns as secrets wait beneath the icy boughs. Foxes and mechanical contraptions alike dart between tangled roots.

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Twilight Pine Sanctuary

At the frozen boundary of the taiga, Frostbark Wilds stretches with hardy red-leaved trees whose white trunks gleam beneath endless drifts of snow. Brave explorers journey here to track rare wildlife and duel mischievous rivals among twisting, frost-encrusted branches and echoing silence. The forest crackles with hidden treasures and the unpredictable thrill of discovery.

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Frostbark Wilds

Where fields meet forest, Wheatgold Coppice is a cheerful borderland where tall, round green-leaved trees dapple golden grain with shade. Festival ribbons are strung from every trunk and cartoon scarecrows wave to passing villagers, while ponds glitter beyond waving stalks of wheat. Hidden animal burrows and sparkling power-ups add surprise to each stroll.

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Amid the clang of steel and steam, Ironroots Grove is a patch of resilient blue-leaved trees thriving beside old railway tracks and canal water. The grove is a haven for mechanical experiments—between roots, tiny springs, gears, and wildflowers intermingle, while engineers test inventions under the dappled blue canopy. Occasional bursts of steam and friendly robots lend the place an air of playful industry.

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Tucked amid churning machinery, Steamshadow Thicket is a patch of rather forlorn, leafless trees standing vigil next to rails and smokestacks. Locals say the trees harbor stubborn magic, and daring explorers hunt for forgotten gadgets among tangled roots and swirling mists. It’s a mysterious site for hidden object challenges and the occasional rival encounter.

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Deep in the Mushroom Border Forest, Toadstool Woods bursts with towering, red-capped fungi and lush greenleaf trees. Sunbeams shimmer through the cap domes, and magical creatures flit between glowing mushrooms, making it a place of hidden magic and mysterious objects. The air hums with possibility and the promise of woodland puzzles.

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Hidden in a glade, Golden Spore Hollow is a fantastical forest filled with glowing toadstools, brilliant red-leaved trees, and sun-dappled streams. Curved pathways lead beneath mushroom arches and over bridges of tangled roots, where woodland residents trade secrets and adventurers test their wits in magical mini-games. The air sparkles with drifting golden spores and the soft buzz of forest magic.

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At the heart of Union City & The Borderlands stands Novaya Ploshchad Brownstone, a charming multi-story civic home lined with intricate brickwork and iconic domed windows. Residents gather in the cozy parlor beneath cheery chandeliers, with playful Soviet motifs blending into Nintendo-inspired wall patterns. Secret doors in the study lead to hidden passageways teeming with platforming surprises.

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Novaya Ploshchad Brownstone

Tucked among leafy paths, the Writer’s Retreat is a picturesque cottage where artists and poets gather for inspiration and secret meetings. Sunbeams filter through mosaic glass and colorful rugs are strewn across polished wooden floors, with manuscripts and quills scattered about. A peaceful study overlooks a tranquil garden, encouraging reflection and discovery.

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Writer’s Retreat of Peredelkino

Deep in The Whispering Taiga, this cabin serves as a hub for inventors and trackers accepting brave visitors. Snow piles softly against log walls while a crackling fire warms curious gadgets and hand-drawn maps. The main room holds mechanical marvels tinkered by local minds, blending cozy comfort and adventurous spirit.

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Taiga Tracker’s Cabin

Guarding a bridge to the wild taiga, Icicle Gate Lodge is a fortified stone dwelling favored by the fort's sentinels. Inside, sturdy walls and frosted battlements safeguard prized gear and battle plans. A spiral staircase leads to a watchtower, where snowy vistas open beyond warm, glowing chambers.

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Icicle Gate Lodge

Among the golden wheat fields of the Golden Wheatlands, this sunny white house sparkles with blue rooftops and cheerful window boxes overflowing with wildflowers. Inside, the homestead buzzes with village life—kitchen tables laden with harvest goods and games, and soft blue curtains framing bright festival scenes just outside.

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Sunmane Blue Roof Homestead

Nestled just inside the fortified walls, the Merchant’s Residence is a bustling hub for trading and negotiation. Colorful rugs cover stone floors, and market ledger books fill pixelated wooden shelves. Guests encounter hearty farm meals by glowing hearths, with festival banners lining the entry hall.

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Barley Gate Merchant’s Residence

Amidst the clangor of machinery, the Engineer’s Loft perches above shimmering canals and bustling workshops. Innovative gadgets line every shelf, and a wide bay window provides views of trains winding through smokestacks. Residents relax in a spacious lounge after days of invention and strategy.

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Smeltford Engineer’s Loft

Strategically placed beside the mighty canal, this keep house is home to the bravest engineers and defenders of the Ironworks. Inside, the main hall is adorned with mechanical banners and tactical displays, while armories and gear testing chambers fill the lower levels.

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Hammergate Commander’s Quarters

In Mushroom Border Forest, this woodland home is nestled beneath towering red-capped toadstools and leafy canopies. The interior glows with whimsical mushroom lamps and playful woodland carvings, inviting lively conversation and magical trades among forest folk.

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Mushroom Glade House

This villa sits beneath the shadow of Toadshade Castle, where a high-ranking official hosts political gatherings and woodland negotiations. Ornate columns and regal mushroom motifs blend with plush mushroom-red carpets, secret passageways weaving beneath chessboard tile floors.

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Toadshade Official’s Villa

Venture north beyond the city’s edge to a vast, mysterious boreal forest of ancient pines and hidden snowy secrets. This sign whisks travelers from the busy boulevards to the enigmatic heart of the taiga.

Path to the Whispering Taiga

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Step out of the frost-shadowed woods and re-enter the vibrant cobblestone streets, bustling market squares, and red-brick towers of the main city. This sign guides adventurers home from the depths of the taiga.

Return to Union City

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Follow the winding southern road to cheerful villages and endless golden wheat fields, where lively festivals and easy journeys await new arrivals. This sign marks the passage from city life to the countryside.

Gateway to the Golden Wheatlands

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Leave the peaceful farmlands and take the path back to the heart of adventure—the bustling city’s vibrant boulevards and majestic towers. Travelers looking for urban excitement will find their way here.

Road to Union City

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Head east into the industrious realm of steel mills, rumbling railways, and smoky innovation. This sign directs explorers from the tranquil city streets to the engines of progress and challenge.

Entrance to the Ironworks District

Depart from spinning gears and towering smokestacks, returning west to lively boulevards and welcoming market squares. Seek the harmony of city life anew beyond this sign.

Passage to Union City

Journey west from the city into a magical woodland of oversized mushrooms, crystal brooks, and secret sunlit glades. This sign is the portal to whimsical forest adventures and playful creatures.

Trail to the Mushroom Border Forest

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Leave the enchanted forest’s mushroom groves and woodland mysteries to walk east toward the grand castles and bustling markets of the city’s borderlands. The sign beckons wanderers back to civilization.

Pathway to Union City

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Skirt the forest edge, heading west to a world of gigantic mushrooms and babbling brooks. This sign guides those in the Taiga toward fantasy and woodland wonder.

Trail through the Taiga to the Mushroom Forest

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Far from the mushroom kingdom’s glades, this sign directs explorers northeast to the ancient, snowy pines of the Taiga, promising icy secrets and wild encounters.

Shortcut to the Whispering Taiga

Travel east from the golden wheat fields toward steam, steel, and mechanical marvels waiting in the Ironworks District. This sign leads hard-working folk to new challenges.

Southern Road to the Ironworks

Depart the clang of hammers and factory smokestacks for sun-dappled fields and festive villages. The sign leads you back west to rest and rural cheer.

Return to the Wheatlands

Bustling at the heart of Union City, Novaya Ploshchad is a vibrant civic hub where cobblestone boulevards meet grand onion-domed towers. Residents gather in cheerful market squares, exchanging stories and goods amid the architectural splendor of the city’s alternate-history Soviet charm. Its streets are filled with secret passages and playful platforming opportunities, offering Mario endless adventures in urban diplomacy.

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Nestled near Union City’s southern border, Peredelkino is a charming enclave known for its literary traditions and tranquil gardens. Writers and artists stroll leafy paths, sharing creative insights under mosaic-tiled pavilions. The town’s peaceful spirit belies a rich history of political intrigue and secret rendezvous.

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Hidden deep within the whispering pines of the northern forest, Taiga Whisper is a secretive settlement favored by inventors and trackers. Snow-dusted cabins line winding, mossy trails, and the distant howl of wolves carries through crisp, frosty air. The town is renowned for its mechanical marvels and elusive wildlife, attracting outsiders with promises of snowy adventure.

Taiga Whisper

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At the edge of the frozen woods, Starfrost Fort guards a crucial bridge between the taiga and the city’s borderlands. The townspeople are hardy and vigilant, preparing for wild battles with unpredictable wildlife and rival explorers. Snow mounds pile against the thick stone walls, and the fort’s tower stands watch over silvery treetops.

Starfrost Fort

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Golden Wheatlands is home to Sunmane Village, a lively farming community where cheerful windmills turn above fields of waving wheat. Villagers celebrate with harvest dances and festive games, welcoming newcomers into their traditions. Sparkling ponds and meandering dirt roads invite exploration and camaraderie.

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Positioned at the crossroads of wheat fields and trading paths, Barley Gate is a fortified market town where farmers, merchants, and travelers converge. Its yellow-roofed houses nestle within sturdy walls, safeguarding festivals and secret deals. Within the gates, laughter and negotiation blend amid vibrant stalls brimming with goods.

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Amid the clangor of steam and steel, Smeltford thrives in the heart of the Ironworks District. Inventors tinker in colorful workshops while trains wind past canals and reservoirs. The town’s grit and creativity draw problem-solvers seeking mechanical challenges and technological marvels.

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Guarding the eastern approach to Union City, Hammergate Keep is renowned for its formidable defenses and strategic importance. The keep houses the district’s bravest engineers, who stand ready to defend or repair the intricate network of rails and barriers. Mario is welcomed for both negotiations and quick-fire mini battles.

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Nestled deep within enchanted glades, Mushroom Village is a fantastical settlement covered in oversized, colorful toadstools. Woodland folk trade in magical goods beneath the shady mushroom caps, while playful animals dart between sparkling brooks and hidden sunbeams. Secrets abound amid the glowing forest trails.

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Towering above the enchanted woods, Toadshade Castle shimmers with regal splendor and vibrant magic. Home to a commanding official, the castle serves as a hub for political schemes, high-level social strategy, and mysterious woodland alliances. Mario must navigate castle puzzles and diplomatic challenges to restore harmony among the forest folk.

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Mario

A middle-aged male adventurer with silver and brown armor, black hair and a mustache

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Ivan the Inventor

A middle aged male adventurer dressed in leather armor with a green cape and brown hair and beard

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Tatiana the Merchant

A young woman with short brown hair and red and brown clothes

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General Vladislav

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Anya Wheatglen

A young woman with blonde hair in a ponytail dressed in a green tank-top and jeans

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Mikhail Ironhand

An older man with grey hair and a beard dressed in a white coat and a grey shirt

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Sergei Redpine

A young robed male adventurer dressed in green robes with a black hat and black hair

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Ekaterina Barley

Arkady Steamshadow

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Lydia Mushkin

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Mario: Red Star Adventure

Sprawling across vibrant cobblestone boulevards, red-brick towers, lush forest edges, and majestic onion-domed castles, this whimsical world fuses Soviet grandeur with Nintendo charm. Explore bustling city districts, pixelated market squares, mysterious wooded realms, and bridges connecting each unique region—all teeming with secret passages and playful platforming. While rivers and small lakes add sparkle to the landscape, the world is primarily land-based, inviting adventure and social strategy at every turn.

Union City & The Borderlands

North of Union City lies a vast, mysterious boreal forest where ancient pines tower over winding, mossy paths. Occasional frozen ponds and hidden log cabins create a realm rich in secrets and brimming with snowy adventure. Frosty winds and elusive wildlife challenge even the bravest explorers.

The Whispering Taiga

To the south, sweeping fields of golden wheat wave under the sun, dotted with cheerful villages, rustic windmills, and meandering dirt roads. Little ponds and streams glisten, supporting vibrant farming life that welcomes all travelers to join their festivals and harvests.

Golden Wheatlands

East of the city sprawls a labyrinthine industrial zone, bordered by rumbling railways, steel mills, and smokestacks. Patches of gravel and sparse greenery surround shimmering reservoirs and canals, creating a gritty land of innovation and hidden machinery challenges.

The Ironworks District

To the west stretches a fantastical forest where oversized, colorful mushrooms tower beside tangled roots and playful woodland creatures. Crystal-clear brooks weave through enchanted glades, while secrets hide beneath every toadstool and patch of sunlight.

Mushroom Border Forest

Step into a whimsical alternate-history Soviet cityscape, where iconic red-brick towers and wide boulevards blend seamlessly with lush pixelated forests and grand castles. Players guide Mario, a spirited mustachioed adventurer, as he navigates the social and political puzzles of the USSR era, forging alliances and uncovering secrets among the city's citizens. Interact with three unique non-player characters: a wise forest-dwelling inventor, a resourceful town merchant, and a high-ranking castle official, each offering quests, challenges, or vital information. Mario’s objective is to restore harmony between these communities, balancing his iconic cheer with strategic decision-making. Every day brings new opportunities for adventure, camaraderie, and unexpected twists in this Nintendo-inspired social simulation.

Mario: Red Star Adventure

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