Mario
The playable hero. Mario navigates the two depth planes and uses turtle shells to defeat enemies.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad Left/Right | Move horizontally |
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D-pad Up/Down | Move between foreground and background planes when a route is available |
A | Jump |
B | Kick or throw a turtle shell |
START | Pause the game |
How it plays
How does Mario Clash play?
Each stage is a fixed arena viewed from the side, with platforms arranged across foreground and background planes. Mario moves, jumps between levels, kicks or throws shells, and defeats enemies by striking them with shells or using shell rebounds.
The main objective is to clear every enemy in the arena. Stages become more demanding through denser layouts, faster threats, and more difficult shell trajectories. The game is primarily a single-player score-and-survival experience rather than a traditional scrolling adventure.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Mario Clash?
Watch both depth planes before moving. A shell can be used from one level to hit an enemy on another, so positioning often matters more than jumping directly at a target.
Clear nearby threats first, then use safe rebounds against enemies at the edges of the arena. Avoid throwing shells without considering where they will travel, since a missed shell can leave Mario exposed.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
Use the depth change to evade enemies rather than relying only on horizontal movement.
- 2
Line up shell throws carefully; rebounds can defeat enemies that are difficult to reach directly.
- 3
Take a moment to read the arena layout before committing to a jump.
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