Super Mario Bros
What is Super Mario Bros?
Super Mario Bros is the iconic platform game that revolutionized video gaming when released by Nintendo in 1985.
Join Mario (and Luigi in 2-player mode) on a quest through the Mushroom Kingdom to rescue Princess Toadstool.
Experience side-scrolling platformer gameplay that defined a genre with precise controls and creative level design.
Super Mario Bros Key Features
- Classic side-scrolling platformer
- 8 unique worlds with 4 levels each
- Power-ups: Super Mushroom and Fire Flower
- Iconic enemies: Goombas and Koopa Troopas
- Hidden secrets and warp zones
- Bonus underground and underwater levels
- Castle boss battles
- Two-player alternating mode
How to Play Super Mario Bros
- Use arrow keys to move Mario left and right
- Press up/jump button to jump
- Hold jump longer for higher jumps
- Run to gain speed and jump farther
- Collect Super Mushrooms to grow bigger
- Get Fire Flowers to throw fireballs
- Stomp on enemies to defeat them
- Collect coins for extra lives
- Reach the flag at the end of each level
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Tips & Strategies for Super Mario Bros
- Jump on Goombas to defeat them - don't touch them from the side
- Koopa Troopas can be stomped, then their shell kicked into other enemies
- Hit ? Blocks from below to reveal power-ups and coins
- As Super Mario, you can break brick blocks by hitting from below
- Fire Mario can shoot fireballs to defeat enemies from range
- Look for hidden 1-UP mushrooms and warp zones
- The higher you grab the flag, the more bonus points
- Sprint and jump to cross large gaps safely
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I save Princess Toadstool?
Complete all 32 levels (8 worlds × 4 levels) and defeat Bowser in his castle in World 8-4 to rescue the Princess!
What happens when I get hit?
If you're Super Mario or Fire Mario, you shrink back to Small Mario. If you're Small Mario and get hit, you lose a life.
Where are the warp zones?
Warp zones are hidden areas that let you skip ahead to later worlds. Look for secret areas in certain levels, especially at the end of World 1-2!
Can I play as Luigi?
Luigi is available in 2-player mode where players alternate turns. Player 2 controls Luigi who plays identically to Mario.