Super Mario Bros.

What is Super Mario Bros.?

Super Mario Bros. is a groundbreaking platform game released for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in 1985. In this game, players control Mario (or his brother Luigi in two-player mode) as they navigate through a series of levels filled with obstacles, enemies, and secrets. The objective is simple yet exhilarating: rescue Princess Toadstool from the villainous Bowser and restore peace to the kingdom.

Rules of the Game

The gameplay of Super Mario Bros. revolves around guiding Mario through side-scrolling levels, avoiding enemies and hazards while collecting coins, power-ups, and other items. Players progress through the game by reaching the flagpole at the end of each level before time runs out. Mario can defeat enemies by jumping on them or by using power-ups like the Fire Flower to shoot fireballs. The game challenges players with increasingly difficult levels and culminates in epic battles against Bowser and his minions.

Features and Gameplay Mechanics

Super Mario Bros. introduced several innovative features that have since become staples of the Mario franchise. One of the standout mechanics is the power-up system, where Mario can transform into Super Mario after grabbing a Super Mushroom, granting him the ability to take an additional hit without losing a life. Other power-ups include the Fire Flower, which allows Mario to shoot fireballs, and the Starman, which grants temporary invincibility.