Nintendo R&D1, Intelligent Systems. (1992). Mario Paint [SNES game]. Kyoto, Japan: Nintendo.

Mario Paint (1992) for the SNES is a creative suite that combines drawing, animation, and music composition tools with a Mario-themed aesthetic. It is designed for use with the SNES Mouse and includes interactive features like a title-screen Easter egg and the "Gnat Attack" minigame. The drawing tool allows users to create with 15 colors, 75 patterns, and multiple brushes. Users can copy, paste, rotate, and erase drawings, including full-canvas erasure with unique effects.

The animation feature supports up to nine frames and allows objects to follow paths, creating dynamic scenes. Stamps and text editing enhance customization. The music composer includes 15 instrument samples, such as Mario-themed sounds and sound effects, though it is limited to simple rhythms and the C major/A minor scale.

With its engaging mechanics, Mario Paint introduced players to digital creativity, influencing future tools like Super Mario Maker and nurturing an enduring fan culture around its features.