Super Mario 3D World: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

Super Mario 3D World (2013) is a platform video game developed by Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development, available on WiiU. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 89/100 on IGDB.

What is Super Mario 3D World about?

Super Mario 3D World is a 3D platformer action game for the Wii U, and a follow-up of the Nintendo 3DS installment Super Mario 3D Land. The game builds upon the previous installment, following a similar 3D level-design convention inspired from the 2D platformer titles where players must navigate through a linear-designed level within a time limit to reach a level's Goal Pole. One key aspect introduced in this title is the simultaneous multiplayer: while not the first game in the series to do so, it is the first 3D title in the Mario series to incorporate up to four players cooperating with each other to reach the goal. Players can select their character from a pool of playable characters prior to starting the game, and each of these characters have their own unique playstyle that gives them advantages and disadvantages over other characters. The game makes use of several Wii U exclusive

Key details

Super Mario 3D World was released in 2013 and supports single player, multiplayer, co-operative. Platforms: WiiU. Developer: Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development.

Should you play Super Mario 3D World?

With a 89/100 aggregate score, Super Mario 3D World ranks among the best-reviewed games in its genre and is widely considered a must-play.