We’ve always been big Super Mario fans in this house, I and my husband were avid players as kids, and his adventures haven’t wavered since as we play together as a family now. There’s big news in the gaming community – the new Super Mario Maker video game has now been released for the Wii U gamepad!
With Super Mario Maker, YOU build the game levels, and anyone with an Internet connection can play a near-limitless number of Mario levels created by people all over the world.
To build your game simply drag and drop key elements seen in a Super Mario game {using items, enemies, graphical styles and even power-ups} using the Wii U controller’s touch screen. The available set of tools and options increase with more game play.
Choices for gameplay are from four Mario styles: the classic Super Mario Bros., Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario World and New Super Mario Bros. U. In addition to the four game styles, players can set their levels in six themes: above ground, underground, ghost house, airship, castle and even underwater.
Check out out review video, which really only scratches the surface since this game is so vast with options!
Once players have built and passed their created level, they can be uploaded online and shares with players everywhere.
A robust online ranking and search system makes creating, playing and sharing in Super Mario Maker a seamless process. Want to know which levels are easy or hard? A helpful course-difficulty display is determined by the percentage of players that complete the level.
Players can also see new arrivals and “master makers” {creators that upload the highest-ranking levels}. Players can even create a “Follow” list to keep an eye on submissions from the level creators they like the most. This makes Super Mario Maker great for all ages and skills.
Super Mario Maker gets points for originality yet also solves many of the common issues when it comes to video games. Frustrated with certain levels, and bored with others – with Super Mario Maker there are no boundaries for game play and what wasn’t possible before – now is!
Super Mario Maker launches exclusively for Wii U in stores for $69.99. It comes with an idea book that illustrates the boundless possibilities of the game and other behind the scenes info. For digital games purchased through the Nintendo eShop on Wii U, players will receive access to a PDF version of the booklet. The PDF is also available to download from the game’s website for anyone, even if they have not purchased the game.
There is also a Super Mario Maker Wii U bundle complete with Wii U – both of which are perfect for holiday gifting this year.
Disclosure: I received product to facilitate this post, all opinions are my own.
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Robin says
My son was JUST asking for this the other day. I told him to put it on his Christmas list 🙂
Jennifer says
That looks like so much fun! I’ve been a Super Mario fan forever, so I’m really excited about this.
Jeanette says
My son has been drilling over this since he first saw it. He is 8 and wants to make video games this would be perfect for him.
Amy Desrosiers says
Oh how I loved Super Mario as a kid! I miss playing it so much! I know even I would love this Mario Maker!
Scarlet says
Looks like fun. I know Super Mario was a big hit for me!
kathy downey says
I love Super Mario
Elva Roberts says
I remember playing Super Mario and it was a lot of fun. I think this game is much better for children than some of the ones I see them playing. This new, improved version gives players lots of choices and is as easy or difficult as you choose. Kudos for the people who made something old ‘new ‘ again.
Meagan says
I totally remember playing super mario! Looks like such a fun game!
Kelly says
My son is a huge gamer and he love the Mario brothers. I will need to keep an eye out for this for Christmas.
Aimee Smith says
This game looks like a blast! We are huge Mario fans at our house! What will they think of next!
Whitney Jordan says
My siblings and I loved playing Super Mario when we were younger! I bet my nephews would like this for Christmas. I will have to remember it!
Stacie says
This looks like so much fun. I know some adults who definitely enjoy playing this game along with their kids.
Vera Sweeney says
I had no idea that Nintendo was still making new Super Mario games! This looks like a game that my son would love to play.
Huguette E. says
Looks like fun, great Christmas present!
Shauna says
I tell you, Mario has come such a long way, since I first played it… years and years ago… Now, I love to watch my kids playing. Ha! This sounds like a great bundle to get for the Wii. Thanks for sharing…
Nicole B says
My son was JUST telling me all about this game coming out and how much he wanted it. It’s already got a spot on the top of his Christmas list. We love Super Mario!
Dee Mauser says
Oh my goodness, how cool. Mario Brothers was my absolute favorite video game back in the 80’s. 🙂
Autumn says
I bet my son would love this! I will have to look into getting it for him!
Danielle says
My son recently discovered the joy that is Super Mario. He would love this game.
Ann B says
We love Mario games. This looks like so much fun. We have a Wii U and the kids love it.
Jennifer Mitchell says
I can’ wait to get my hands on Super Mario Maker! We are huge Mario fans in our household, so we’re excited for this new game.
Amanda says
I’ve been seeing these commercials! How fun! We have the old Wii, but really want/need to upgrade soon. My husband is a mario geek too 🙂
Liz says
Oh cool! It would be fun to revisit that old-school Mario style. It’s cool that you can share your levels with anyone!
Ourfamilyworld says
This is interesting. My family is a fan of mario Bros. It would be so fun to build your own game level.
kathy downey says
I’ve been a Super Mario fan forever,we play often during the winter.I would love to try this myself.
valerie says
would love to buy this for Xmas for the grandchildren
Krystal says
Hello, I’m excited! I am a big Mario fan so I can’t wait to try this one with my family.
Chrit says
Mario Bros is a classic! ! I’m very excited to see this coming 😆