The whole Mushroom Kingdom in one grid
Nintendo has created some of the most iconic characters ever, and this puzzle gathers them. You'll be hunting for the heroes — MARIO, LUIGI, LINK and the heroine SAMUS — friends and foes from YOSHI and TOAD to BOWSER and WARIO, and beloved worlds from ZELDA to SPLATOON.
Because every new puzzle picks a different cartridge, no two Nintendo word searches are the same. One round you're chasing KIRBY through the diagonals; the next a backwards DONKEY KONG is hiding in the corner.
Nostalgia and new favourites
Nintendo spans generations, which makes it a brilliantly broad theme — grandparents and grandkids both know MARIO. It's a guaranteed hit and a fun spelling challenge for younger fans.
With no timer, it's a relaxed play session. Spotting SPLATOON tucked diagonally into a corner is a small, one-up win.
How to play
Drag across a word, or click its first and last letter — both work. Each character you find locks in with its own colour and ticks off the list, so you always know who's still hiding.
Want a bigger challenge? Switch to Medium or Hard for a larger grid with diagonal and reverse words. Stuck on one? Tap Hint for a nudge, or Solve to clear the whole world at once.
Print a Nintendo word search pack
Tap Download for a printable PDF of fresh Nintendo puzzles, with optional answer keys. Choose how many you want and how many per page — perfect for a gaming party, a long journey, or screen-free downtime.
Add a name-and-date line and you've got ready-to-print worksheets in seconds, free and account-free.
Frequently asked questions
Which Nintendo characters are in the word search?
All the favourites — Mario, Luigi, Zelda, Link, Kirby, Pikachu and more. Each puzzle uses a fresh selection.
Is the Nintendo word search free to print?
Yes. Play free online or download a printable PDF pack with optional answer keys — no sign-up required.
Is it suitable for kids?
Absolutely. Easy mode uses a small grid with no diagonals or reverse words, perfect for young fans.