Super Mario 3D World

Super Mario 3D World

Released: November 21, 2013
Type: Main Game

Platforms:

Wii U

Genres:

Platform

Game Modes:

Single player Multiplayer Co-operative

Themes:

Action

Player Perspectives:

Third person

Ratings

User Rating

84.5
Based on 411 ratings

Critics Rating

93.9
Based on 14 ratings

Total Rating

89.2
Based on 425 ratings

Summary

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 features, such as tapping blocks with the touch screen on the GamePad and blowing into the mic to reveal hidden items and blow away enemies. Various new power-ups are introduced in this title, with the trademark suit being the Cat power-up, which enables characters to perform a melee attack, climb up walls, and leap while midair, as well as the game generally having a cat-based theme.

Storyline

While having a walk in the Mushroom Kingdom, Mario, Toad and Peach, and Luigi happen on one of the many green pipes, yet a special one. A fairy, which they'll learn is Princess Sprixie, comes out. Bowser is chasing after her, though: he kidnaps her and vanishes through the pipe. Mario and the friends of his can't but promptly jump into the pipe, and they find themselves in the Sprinxie Kingdom, tasked with rescuing the princess.

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Involved Companies

1-UP Studio

Role:

Nintendo EAD

Role:
Developer

Nintendo

Role:
Developer Publisher

Keywords

side-scrolling multiple protagonists overworld time limit princess sequel level selection high score climbing boss fight countdown timer train level super-ness 60 fps on consoles world map protagonist's name in the title cat polygonal 3d damsel in distress motion control collectibles touch controls non-player character 4 player co-op sprinting mechanics off-tv play character growth nintendo network melee real-time combat two screen multiplayer wii u pro controller support wii remote support on wii u wii nunchuk support on wii u secret area level select map pax prime 2013 gamescom 2013 mercenary violent plants wii classic controller support villain mii support temporary invincibility multiple enemy boss fights wii u gamepad microphone use drop-in drop-out sideways wii remote gameplay linear gameplay recurring character gliding competitive co-op boomerang bros. d.i.c.e. awards 2014 miiverse stamps donut block playable character - luigi playable character - toad playable character - princess peach nintendo selects 25d

Alternative Names

SM3DW 삼디월드

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