Mario
The older Mario brother. He uses the A Button for his individual actions and works with Luigi during exploration and combat.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
A | Mario's individual action; confirm menu selections |
|---|---|
B | Luigi's individual action; cancel menu selections |
AB | Use the brothers' cooperative field actions or selected Bros. Attacks The exact action depends on the learned ability or battle command. |
L | Switch the active field action or cycle left through available selections |
R | Switch the active field action or cycle right through available selections |
Start | Open the status and game menu |
Control notes
Timed button presses are central to attacks, dodges, and counters.
Some commands require pressing A for Mario or B for Luigi at the correct moment.
How it plays
How does Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga play?
The adventure is viewed from an overhead perspective during exploration and shifts to a side-on battle view during encounters. Players guide Mario and Luigi through Beanbean Kingdom towns, fields, caves, and fortresses while collecting items and solving puzzles.
In battle, each brother attacks, dodges, and counters independently. Timed button presses strengthen jumps, hammers, and Bros. Attacks. New abilities and equipment are gained through story progress, allowing the pair to reach previously inaccessible areas.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga?
Learn the timing of every attack instead of relying on standard damage commands. Watch enemy animations closely, then use jumps or hammers to evade and counter.
Use Bros. Attacks regularly after practicing them in safe battles. Keep both brothers supplied with healing items, and revisit areas when a new field ability opens an optional path or item.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Luigi
Mario's younger brother and partner. He uses the B Button for his individual actions and contributes to cooperative techniques.
Princess Peach
The Mushroom Kingdom princess whose stolen voice begins the brothers' journey.
Cackletta
The main villain, a witch who steals Peach's voice and seeks control of the Beanbean Kingdom.
Fawful
Cackletta's eccentric assistant, known for his unusual speech and dangerous inventions.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use the action commands outside battle to test which brother can interact with an obstacle.
- 2
Equip badges and clothing according to whether you need more power, defense, or BP.
- 3
Save before major boss encounters and practice their attack patterns.
Editorial context
What do players highlight?
A humorous action RPG with unusually engaging timing-based battles and excellent cooperation between its two heroes.
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