Super Mario 64 with Presidents: A Hilarious Gaming Showdown

Get ready for a side-splitting adventure as US presidents Joe Biden, Donald Trump, and Barack Obama trade the Oval Office for the whimsical world of Super Mario 64! This hilarious YouTube series captures the leaders’ initial forays into the game, with unexpected collaborations, inevitable bickering, and a whole lot of laughter. Witness history being made as these political titans face off against Bowser and navigate the colorful landscapes of Princess Peach's castle!

Introduction to Super Mario 64

The video kicks off

with a comedic intro sequence, setting the stage for what promises to be a hilariously chaotic playthrough of Super Mario 64. President Biden is the newcomer to the game, while President Trump claims to be the expert ready to show him the ropes. President Obama soon joins, adding a touch of speedrunning skill to the mix. It's clear from the start that this won’t just be a simple gaming session; it's a comedic clash of personalities set against the backdrop of a classic Game. The opening sequence features a title card that reads “Presidents Play Super Mario 64: The Series Episodes 81-85,” which provides some background to the series for returning viewers.

The game starts at the file select screen , setting the tone for a collaborative yet competitive gaming experience. As President Trump introduces Super Mario 64 to the others, the banter begins. This is quickly followed by Trump's overconfidence, as he says that Biden, being the newcomer to the game will be a ‘Sleepy Head’ with no chance of competing. What follows is Trump trying to walk Biden through the opening scene of the game, and it is clear that he has absolutely no intention of walking him through the game properly. With all three Present, it’s time to begin!

First Level Fails and Funny Commentary

As Biden takes the controls, hilarity ensues. Trump's initial instructions prove less than helpful, leading to a series of comical missteps. The early attempts at basic navigation become a source of endless entertainment. From struggling with jumping

to accidentally diving into the water , every stumble is met with amusement, creating a lighthearted and engaging atmosphere. Obama chimes in occasionally, to provide advice or to mock the others. However, all in good fun. From the very first level, its clear that all three players have had some previous experience with the game, but their skills range from novice to advanced.

Obama’s Speedrunning Skills Emerge

President Obama’s Super Mario 64 skills begin to take center stage

as the game progresses, which leads to Trump asking “Barry, are you like one of those speedrunners on this game?”. The question causes Biden to query about the term speedrunner. This then leads to a side tangent into a debate between Biden and Trump where the former relates speedrunners to ‘Meth Dealers from across the border!’ Trump is then quick to point out that this is his fault for ‘leaving the borders wide open’ during his presidency.

The gaming then continues with Obama performing in a way that makes it seem like all of this has happened before. Trump tries to help Biden again, but then grows weary and exclaims, ‘Joe Just Push Forward!’ The dynamic between the three begins to take form as the level progresses and Biden needs constant help, with Trump and Obama providing assistance where needed.

Exploring a Glitch to bypass game mechanics

In the Quest to reach new levels, the team uncovers a clever glitch

, bypassing standard routes. This unexpected find allows them to skip content, as well as teaching the viewer what speedrunning is all about.

Obama teaches the other Presidents what a ‘Trick of the Trade’ is regarding Mario 64. From that point on Obama becomes the resident expert within the game and is treated as such by the others. It provides a unique look into gameplay mechanics as they learn and adapt to the game's intricacies. This section includes commentary from Obama, as he mentions that it’s something the player needs to do to get to certain parts of the level.

Using Speed Running Techniques

From this point onwards

the three stars begin to use specific techniques to assist each other in completing levels as quickly and efficiently as possible. They begin to learn which character traits and abilities are most helpful when completing the levels.

When Biden is in control, his attention to detail, leads to Obama exclaiming that “he just skips some” of the key objectives. During the level the gang also uncovers a ‘secret’ that only Obama has been able to previously obtain in ‘The Trick of the Trade!’

Trump’s wise words of wisdom

Following Biden's rocky start with controlling the game, Trump imparts some knowledge to him, which enables the viewer to also learn how to play the game

. These tips, shared with a trademark Blend of humor and political barbs, offer valuable insights for anyone new to the game.

He tells the player to move around using the ‘Control Stick’, and use ‘A to jump and B to punch’. Trump advises Biden that all that is needed is to ‘Go into the Castle and all will be fine!’

Obama's Navigation Mastery

With his hands on the sticks

, Obama’s expertise comes to the fore, as he makes the correct choices with precision, while the two others watch on.

It can be seen how these choices are more effective through the rest of the levels that are demonstrated, with new areas and secrets being located using Obama’s ‘Trick of the Trade!’