Platformer · 1990
Super Mario World
Mario's off on his biggest adventure ever, and this time he's brought along a friend. Yoshi the dinosaur teams up with Mario to battle Bowser, who has kidnapped Princess Toadstool once again. Guide Mario and Yoshi through nine peril-filled worlds to the final showdown in Bowser's castle. Use Mario's new powers and…
Key facts
- Released
- 21 November 1990
- Genre
- Platformer · Arcade
- Length
- ≈ 5 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- Nintendo
- Studio
- Nintendo
- Critics
- Metacritic 92
Why play it
- Metacritic 92 — critics loved it
- A 1990 classic that aged well
- "Action" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Super Mario World?
Expect about 5 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Super Mario World with friends?
No, Super Mario World is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Super Mario World on?
Super Mario World is available on Nintendo.
Is Super Mario World a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 92.
What games are like Super Mario World?
In the same spirit: New Super Mario Bros., Donkey Kong and NES Remix 2.
