Mario
The principal playable hero, known for jumping on enemies and using power-ups.
Documented for this version
Which controls does this version use?
Actions
D-pad | Move or crouch Direction and crouch behavior varies slightly by game. |
|---|---|
A | Jump Jump height and movement differ among the included games. |
B | Run or use a held item In most included games, holding B enables running or related actions. |
Start | Pause the game The exact pause behavior varies by included title. |
Control notes
Controls are shared at a general level, but the four games do not have identical mechanics.
Button assignments can be customized through the SNES controller configuration in some releases.
How it plays
How does Super Mario All-Stars play?
The collection uses a side-scrolling perspective. Each included game has its own stage map, level rules, enemies, power-ups, and end goal, usually requiring the player to reach a flagpole, defeat a boss, or complete a specialized objective.
Players run, jump, stomp enemies, collect coins, and use items such as Super Mushrooms, Fire Flowers, and Stars. Super Mario Bros. 3 adds an overworld map, suits, inventory items, and optional routes. Save files allow progress to be resumed in the revised games.
Plan your run
What is the best way to play Super Mario All-Stars?
Learn the movement and jump timing of each included game separately; their physics are not identical.
- Search suspicious blocks for power-ups, coins, and hidden areas.
- Preserve a Fire Flower or Super Leaf when approaching difficult rooms.
- Use the save feature between major stages, especially in The Lost Levels and later worlds.
Meet the cast
Who are the key characters?
Luigi
Mario’s brother and a playable character; his handling differs in some included games.
Princess Peach
A playable character in Super Mario Bros. 2 with a hover ability.
Toad
A playable Super Mario Bros. 2 character with strong lifting ability.
Bowser
The recurring main antagonist and boss in several included adventures.
Documented inputs
What cheats and unlocks are documented?
N/AThis compilation does not include a universal official cheat code input.
Before you begin
What should you know before playing?
- 1
The included games have different controls, physics, and difficulty curves.
- 2
In Super Mario Bros. 3, inspect the map before spending inventory items.
- 3
Use small, controlled jumps rather than running blindly through unfamiliar stages.
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