The famous Harry Potter actress once made the headlines with one of her opinions on the classic gaming icons Mario and Sonic. Hollywood celebrities and their video game takes have been a hot topic among the gaming community many times before. Opinions of the top celebs are easy controversy food. The fans and media really enjoy their wacky takes on pop culture, music, and especially video games. 

Emma Watson is a British Actress who had her claim to fame with her amazing performance in the worldwide hit fantasy movie franchise, Harry Potter. In these movies, she played the character of Hermione Granger. Her natural acting skills and impeccable delivery soon brought her up to the world stage. 

What did Emma Watson say about Mario and Sonic? 

When it comes to the history of gaming, two of the most iconic characters in the world are Mario and Sonic. In the gaming world, they are the equivalent of what Batman and Superman are in the superhero world. So when these two characters are mentioned anywhere, the fans take it very close to heart. 

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That is why the community loved it when they saw the representation of these characters in one of Emma Watson’s movies. In the movie, Circle released back in 2017, Emma Watson’s character was asked in a rapid-fire round whether she prefers Mario or Sonic. In reply to this, she said, “early Sonic, late Mario.” 

Fans acknowledged Harry Potter actress, Emma Watson’s statement on Mario and Sonic

Fans had a very mixed reaction to this hot take. Some of them agreed with the popular Harry Potter and others kind of denied it. As said earlier, Mario and Sonic are two of the most iconic gaming characters of all time. They hold a very special place in every gamer’s heart. So it is normal to have such a reception. 

I agree with you.

— MasterPikachu6 (@MasterPikachu6) May 8, 2017

depends on what she calls late mario. early sonic is better than Galaxy, but 3D world is better than early sonic.

— LetsJays (@LetsJays) May 8, 2017

The most controversial opinions about both LOL

— kaiss (@K4ISS) May 8, 2017

I mean… She ain't wrong.

— 🦆 J̷o̴n̴i̸ ̷J̴.̵ ̷J̶o̷e̵j̸e̸s̸t̵e̸r̴ 🇵🇹 (@JLuisJoni) May 8, 2017

Can't say she's wrong, for me the best 3d sonic games are both sonic adventures

— Kenepoh (@Kenzo_Okami) May 8, 2017

It is obvious that the mass has very conflicting opinions about these characters as they all love and care for them in a very deep manner. The first Mario and Sonic games are a part of the history of modem culture. Super Mario Bros. for the NES and Sonic The Hedgehog for the Sega Genesis is considered to be invaluable pieces of the golden age of gaming.    

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