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How to activate the Mario feature on Google maps?

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Updated on05/27/26

The special Mario feature on Google Maps was a limited-time event released by Google in 2018 to celebrate Mario Day. Users could activate “Mario Mode” by updating Google Maps and tapping the yellow question mark icon that appeared in the app. After activation, Mario would appear driving a kart instead of the normal navigation arrow during directions. 

However, that feature was temporary and is no longer officially available on current versions of Google Maps. Many people still search for it because it became one of the most fun and memorable Google Maps Easter eggs. Honestly, Google is known for adding these playful hidden features from time to time, which often become viral online.

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Updated on12/22/25

Your ride is going to be more fun with the latest Mario feature in Google Maps. Google has rolled out beloved gaming character Mario in Google Maps. Now, maps will show Mario is driving a kart as a pointer when a user is using navigation. This cool feature is available for both iOS and Android users and it is available only for a week to mark Mario Day that was on march 10.

To activate the Mario feature in Google Maps, a user after entering the destination in Maps will come across yellow question mark “?” icon at the bottom right of the app’s screen. The icon is next to the start navigation button. Tap this, and you’ll get a prompt to enable “Mario Time.”

User can take screenshots of the route and share it on Twitter and Instagram with the hashtag #MarioMaps but keeping in mind that you don’t share personal details like your work or home address.

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