Overview
- Number of Players
- 2
- Genre
- Release Date
NES
- 20th Jun 1986
- 1st Sep 1986
Wii (Wii Shop)
- 19th Nov 2006, 500 points
- 8th Dec 2006, 500 points
- 12th Dec 2006, 500 points
3DS (3DS eShop)
- 8th May 2013, ¥500
Wii U (Wii U eShop)
- 29th May 2013, ¥500
Wii U eShop
- 20th Jun 2013, £3.49
- 20th Jun 2013, $4.99
3DS eShop
- 10th Jan 2014, £4.49
- 30th Jan 2014, $4.99
Nintendo Switch Online (Subscription)
- Available Now
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Reviews
Review Mario Bros. (3DS eShop / NES)
Subpar Mario
Mario and Luigi’s adventures have been nothing short of fantastical over the years, to the point where you could be forgiven for questioning their occupations as plumbers. But despite the brothers’ incredibly varied employment history as doctors, sportsmen and racing drivers — in which they’ve rarely called upon their supposed...
Review Mario Bros. (Wii U eShop / NES)
Definitely not super
If you've ever been curious about Mario and Luigi's actual credibility as plumbers, you'll want to look all the way back to 1983's Mario Bros., the game which established pipe-cleaning as their true vocation and served as something of a bridge between arcade sensation Donkey Kong and early platforming masterpiece Super Mario...
Review Mario Bros. (Wii Virtual Console / NES)
Will it clean your pipes?
When Mario Bros. hit arcades in 1983, most Nintendo fans were expecting yet another Donkey Kong release and weren't quite prepared for the spin-off Nintendo served up. Now it was Mario and his brother Luigi who were at war with a constant flow of pests coming though their sewer pipes. The game was yet another hit with...
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Mario Bros. Guides
Guide Best First-Party NES Games
Nintendo-developed NES games, as ranked by you
Looking for a list of Nintendo's first-party NES games? Wonder what the best first-party NES game is? You've come to the right guide. Our ranked list of the Top 50 Best NES Games Ever covers every game on the system, but here we're looking specifically at Nintendo-developed NES games released in the...
Mario Bros. News
Feature 40 Years Of Weird And Wonderful (And Just Plain Wrong) Super Mario TV Commercials
"Clean is better than dirty"
It's MAR10 Day, the annual celebration of all things Super Mario. Nintendo itself is doing all sorts to mark the special occasion, including the introduction of a new Mario-themed Switch console bundle, a healthy dose of discounts from Mario games, and of course, a brand new trailer for the upcoming Super Mario Bros...
Back Page An Interview With Luigi, The Late Mario's Brother And Business Partner
Exclusive to Nintendo Life
It's raining hard in Brooklyn on the day we arranged to meet with Luigi Mario. Better known mononymously as "Luigi", he's the brother in green and partner in crime to Mario Mario, who tragically died this week at the age of 35. He's running a little late, but we can't blame him - the last time he was out in public was for...
News Mario Bros. World Record Holders Achieve Unthinkable Score On The Game's Hardest Setting
A doubles run to end all doubles runs
Some friends are passing the time in isolation with the occasional long-distance call, some are sending the odd gift or two to each other through the mail, and some are absolutely obliterating the competition by setting unthinkable scores in arcade classic, Mario Bros.. Steven Kleisath and Stephen Boyer of...
Poll Box Art Brawl #28 - Mario Bros.
Super! Hang on...
Welcome back, you beautiful people, to another edition of Box Art Brawl, the series where regional box art variants get subjected to public scrutiny and ranked according to their beauty by you lovely lot. Last week we had a true classic in the form of The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, which unsheathed its Master Swords and did...
Soapbox Why I'm Not Excited About Playing NES Games On The Nintendo Switch
All NES'ed out
Soapbox features enable our individual writers to voice their own opinions on hot topics, opinions that may not necessarily be the voice of the site. In this piece, Nintendo Life Operations Director Darren Calvert admits that he's not in the least bit excited about the prospect of playing NES games again in 2018... They say that...
News Obscure Mario Bros. Famicom Disk System Game Gets Translated Into English
It's Kaettekita Mario Bros!
The Famicom Disk System (FDS for short) and its diskettes might have not set Japan ablaze as Nintendo had hoped they would but the system still managed to get a decent library of games, and was also responsible for the debut of both the Metroid and Zelda franchises. One unique title was Kaettekita Mario Bros.
News September's Club Nintendo Reward Details Are Confirmed
Another eight games after your coins
It's that time again, as Club Nintendo in North America has updated its rewards for September; once again there are eight downloads that you can pick up with some hard earned coins. This batch follows the same trend as the August equivalent, with six Virtual Console games and two DSiWare titles; the eight...
Nintendo Download 7th August (Europe)
Mega Man times two, Xtreme Sports, Rabi Laby, discounts and more
It's Monday morning, which means it's time for the Nintendo Download Update news in Europe, as we're informed of the delights on the way this week. There's a double helping of Mega Man, more retro treats, a new title and a host of discounts. Let's get to the details. Wii U Virtual...
Nintendo Download 30th January (North America)
Link finally revisits his 16-bit past, discounts, new 3DS titles and more
It's Nintendo Download time, North America, and this week includes a variety of offerings to — hopefully — cater to most tastes. There's a much anticipated Super NES classic on the Wii U Virtual Console, a variety of discounts on both eShop stores and some new titles for...
Nintendo Download 9th January (Europe)
Contra goes to war, Mario's début, Korg creativity and more
Over a day later than expected, we now have this week's Nintendo Download details for Europe. This week brings us one game each on the Virtual Console platforms, some cooking and musical creativity as well as a few discounts. Let's get to it. Wii U Virtual Console: Contra III: The Alien...
About The Game
Plumbers Mario and Luigi must dispose of all the critters coming out of pipes in the action-packed arcade game that initiated the most popular video game franchise of all time. Two players can cooperate and compete in one of the first multiplayer hits of Nintendo.
As its title suggests, Mario Bros. marks the first appearance of Mario's brother Luigi when two players compete together. The game also introduces several staples of the franchise. Mario is now a plumber (instead of a carpenter in Donkey Kong), faces turtle-like enemies and can collect coins in bonus stages. However be careful, it is not yet possible to directly jump on enemies like in further episodes. Find a way to make them inoffensive beforehand.
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i got this game, man i love the multiplayer action though, very competitive! me and my roommate tore this sucker up all day soon after i got it. he is still beating me in the highscore singleplayer aspect of the game though but i will get more than 240,000 points, you just wait!
Personally, I think Donkey Kong and Donkey Kong Jr. are more fun than this game. However, I've never played this game in Vs. mode.
This game is only really any fun in Vs mode IMHO. The race to steal the coins before the other player can get them is part of the fun and adds to the enjoyment. It's not a bad little game, just don't expect wonders.
i really think this game is superfun
The game's a lot of fun. Download it. And yeah, two player mode is great!
If I want to play a single screen two-player type game like this, it'll be Bubble Bobble I'm afraid. So where is the VC version of Bubble Bobble Nintendo? Hmm?
Ok well just like a lot of other nes games, I would never download this game for two reasons.
1. Two player is the best and I would never have anyone to play with
2. A lot of my game boy games have this game built into it.
Otherwise it's a pretty good game.
This is definately recommended for 2 players.
One player only will get bored - the levels repeat after Stage 15 or so.
Back in the day it was one of the best multiplayer games.
I remember playing this for hours with my brother.
It's designed for 2 players since it's called Mario Bros. and not Mario Bro.
With two players you can push each other into enemies and that's always good for a laugh.
An alright game, but it's already been given out free so many times on the gameboy advance it's a bit of a waste to spend 500 points..
i got this for my gameboy so theres no reason for me to buy this but i gotta agree...multiplayer is the best aspect of the game. i don't think it's worth buying if you're not gonna do multiplayer. buy donkey kong of super mario bros. before this, they are better games.
Daz, sorry to say this, but I think you under-rated the game.
This game's a welcome addtion to anyone's library of VC games.
Recommended to arcade fans.
It's pretty fun to play with a friend and in short bursts, but it won't last terribly long.
Isn't worth the points, but the multiplayer is killer, just ridiculous. Play it in SMB3.
I always enjoyed this game, even if it is a bit repetative. But It's still quite challenging to reach phase 99, or go for the highest score you can get in single player mode. 2 Players is fun to.
If you never tire of somewhat repetative games, or enjoy arcade-like classics like Pac Man, and Joust, you'll like this. If you already own one of the GBA version though, (In one of the Super Mario Advance games) you might wanna save your Wii points & money. The GBA version is definatelly better, and plays better, unless you wish to expirience the 8-bit classic graphics & sounds. It's still fun to play either game, I feel.
There seems to be a lot of miinformation going around - this game is NOT available for the GBA - remakes of it is. In those remakes, te engine hasbeen redesigned, with the biggest change being the ability to control your jump a lot better, something that really takes a lot away from the game. Would you like to play a racing game where you had absolute complete control of your ca at any given time, making skidding, braking, timing and such ompletely obsolete, as the carwould stay glued to the road and turn exactly as you wanted it to at any given time? No, where's te challenge in that? The NES Mario Bros, however, provides the PURE Mario Bros feeling - the way the game was meant to be played. You can't get this in any of the remakes, and for 5$, this one's a no-brainer. A fantastic 2-player game where layers may either help or hinder eachother, chasing after the highest score of the two, or the highest combind score of all time. Of course, the game can be played alone as well, but is nowhere near as fun like that.
Mario's three original arcade games are some of the best games in thirrespective genres, and definitly not something to be missed. And remember, you can't get the real Mario Bros experience from the remakes.
I love the GBA version of this, but I have yet to try this version. I plan on downloading it soon, because, at least to me, this game has a very good "high score drive." I have tried to get high scores on the GBA games, and I have fun with it. I recommend it unless you have completely worn it out on a Mario GBA game, the arcade, or any other medium.
It's a fun little multiplayer romp, but it lacks the replay value or gameplay depth to warrant anything more than 2 stars. It's not a terrible game, it's just a product of an earlier, innocent age.
This seems like it would be fun for some quick two player action.
Very dated, but OK in 2 player mode... not really worth 500 points though.
Ah! I downloaded this and love it! It is a great little game, and this version doesn't fail to feed my high score appetite. Download if you've got 500 points and nothing to do with them.
Another update. I played the 2 player mode, and I must say, it is incredibly fun. There are not many other experiences in gaming more satisfying than bouncing off of the head of your greedy brother attempting a robbery of your cash, be it Mario or Luigi, to get that hard-earned coin! Classic! The hectic play with two players is very fun and almost completely justifies the download, and does if added to my previous points.
Already have this game on my gba
It's not worth it! Get a better version of it on a GBA game so you can at least get two games in one. The game isn't terrible but it isn't wonderful like some people have been saying it is. Again, if you want it, get it on the GBA. Better single-player, better co-op, better graphics, better everything. Nostalgia isn't even worth the five dollars.
I have not downloaded this, but the next time my sister visits I will get it immediately. If you have memories of this game from back in the day (way back), it never gets old.
I'll say go with donkey kong rather than this... but it's subjective
If you want to play this game, then your best bet is to play it on the GBA that came with many Mario games.
To recreate the experience of playing this game without spending points, wait for a rainy day and roll around in a big mud puddle. Then, get a friend in on the action by giving them a bear hug. That's about right.
It really should'nt be 2 stars ⌐_⌐ it's a great game!
Pffft.
Why get this when you can get SM3 (which has this as a minigame) for the same price?
does Nintendo really expect us to download this when we have the graphically enhanced remake of the game with 4-player support included in 5 different GBA games? Just how dumb do they think we are??
This is a great game though, and an important one in Mario history. this version isn't very good (and a waste of points if you ask me.), but I think it deserves at least 3 stars.
I bought this game and loved it. I think if you like classic skill games That keep you reaching for the highest score please buy this! but if you are are a contemperary gamer who only cares about completion then dont rag on this game or others like because if its "dated" feel. and no im not like 40 years old im 17.
This game is another arcade and pick-up-and-play type of games like balloon fight. This one, however, has better controls, has easier bonus levels,and is overall more fun. I would only recommend this to people who want all of the mario games, people who want to get the higher scores than their friend in 2-player mode, or who just want a game that would get harder a few levels after the first bonus game. If you want a really challenging mario game for the nes, I would recommend super mario bros: the lost levels instead of this game, but overall, this is a really fun mario bros. arcade game. 4/5
arcade style games are my favorites! 4 stars!
king jiggle,i am 39 and im with you. excellent comment!
Adamant's wrong, the NES version of Mario Bros. HAS been availible for the GBA before via the E-Reader, and the 5-card Mario Bros. E-card pack. (Wich I acctually do own.)
And in Japan it was released as part of the "Famicom Mini/Classic NES Series" for GBA.
And by the way, Tweek.
The version in SMB3 isn't the complete Mario Bros. game. It onley lasts a few minutes, (and onley has one Mario Bros. level) and it doesn't have a single player mode.
So you don't really get the actual full Mario Bros. game in SMB3, but a watered down mini-game version.
Where would we be now if they hadnt had made this Classic ?
that more or less started the Big Bang
my vile mate above never even played this game or even seen it for that matter
how do u get this game on animal crossing.
Really fun with multiplayer. You can go against your opponents by jumping on them. =P
This is the first time I've ever had this game other than the GBA enhancement. It rocks! SSB Brawl partially convinced me to download it. It is so addictive!
its a nice game, and i bet almost everyone knows it
i again disagree with these ratings, and would give it a 6 or 7, instead of 4
i wouldnt play it much if i bought it, so i wont buy, but i still like to play this oldy
maybe i'll buy it in the future
Okay, I'm surprised that this only got a four out of ten! What? That's absurd, this was one of the BEST game on the NES! Really crazy! It should have at least gotten an seven!
Just spend 500 pts on Super Mario Bros. 3. This game is in that game, which is F---ING SUPER MARIO BROS. 3
still wating for it to be released for 3ds
I just can't get over how bad the game controls. The remakes of the game are actually incredibly fun but playing the original NES version is a complete waste IMO.
i never played us version before wii generation, but European og classic game was great. i also played Japanese one (kaettekita) very similar to European one. solid 9/10 from me. i just love this of arcade game. not a single-player game tho.
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