CNET Editors' review
Hearkening back to the heyday of Nintendo, this game faithfully reproduces the classic Super Mario Bros. Although Mario Forever's graphics and sound aren't identical to those of the original, they're so close most users familiar with the game won't be able to differentiate.
The basic platformer action hasn't changed either. As the feisty little plumber Mario, you traverse different worlds to collect coins while dodging enemies such as malevolent mushrooms and ill-tempered turtles. You won't find an extensive feature set, but you can at least change the keyboard controls or disable the music and sound effects.
However, we do think Mario Forever consumes a bit too much processor time, especially considering its outdated design. But if you were a fan of the 1980s classic Super Mario Bros., then we doubt this freebie will disappoint you.
Publisher's Description
From Softendo Download Games:
If you remember the oldest of Mario games, you cannot just pass this title by! Super Mario 3 : Mario Forever is a free remake of the classic Super Mario Bros game, which should make you busy for long hours, even if you haven't played Mario 3 before. Impersonate the friendly plumber once more to guide him through 8 different worlds placed on maps of this platform game, through countless monsters and obstacles, to help him beat the evil dragon Koopa or Bowser and save the imprisoned Princess Peach - all while listening to pleasant, cheerful music. Super Mario 3 : Mario Forever is really a classic Mario remake. Once again you strap on your wrench and hardhat and guide the chubby plumber through many skillfully made levels. The diversity of the levels is very impressive. Game has also renewed graphics and much better scrolling in comparison to the original Mario. You will have to get through levels ranging from underwater caverns to levels filled with hot lava. Of course, there are also many novelties in the gameplay - an option to save your game, brand new enemies and bonuses are only a few of them! However, fans of the original old Mario don't have to fear - it is still the same game, only upgraded. Collecting coins, jumping into the pipes, hidden levels - there are still here! Don't hesitate to download Mario Forever now - but remember, this video game.
Super Mario 3 : Mario Forever also has a mini free Mario games like Mario Minix, Super Mario Starman Running, Mario Goomba Party, Mario Funny tanks and more. For example Mario Minix pack is addressed mainly to players, who got bored playing the classic Mario platform games - but also for beginners, who are new to the Mario world and haven't known the adventures of the famous plumber yet. This package consists of one game mode. The objectives for this mode of is simple - your mission is to collect as many points as you can by taking advantage of means known from Super Mario Bros: not only catching the golden coins, thrown out from the pipes, but also stomping on the enemies. But be careful - if you fail to hit the enemy, it may hit you! And, remember, that spikeys cannot be stomped on - they will harm you, if you try! The only way to get rid of them and get your points is to use the Koopa Troopa shells (by using this method, you can create combos and make additional points!). There are no levels to complete and no princesses to save - this time it is all about gaining as many points.
What's new in this version: Version 5.9 may include unspecified updates, enhancements, or bug fixes.
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"I didn't like the new version"
Version: Super Mario 3: Mario Forever 5.9
Pros
- none
Cons
-Now it's much more different from the original, I prefer older versions of this game.
-It doesn't work on full screen modeSummary
They added too many effects, even the music is so different now. Sometimes the hard competition of a new version of a game is the older version of the same game.
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"Very Good!!!"
Version: Super Mario 3: Mario Forever 5.9
Pros
It's the best Mario Game!!!Very interesting because it has lots of BUG!!!
Cons
Not any Cons
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"Takes me back many years!"
Version: Super Mario 3: Mario Forever 5.9
Pros
Fun
Free
MARIO MADNESS!Cons
The new version won't run on my PC...
Summary
The best game out there that mimics the old Mario games!
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"interesting and exciting"
Version: Super Mario 3: Mario Forever 5.9
Pros
I think it a good choice for people to spend their spare time,quick to download and doesn't occupy too much memory in your computer,simple and quick to install,really great
Cons
may be boring after you play several time
Summary
it is free,just have fun
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"Wish I had thought twice before downloading this game!"
Version: Super Mario 3: Mario Forever 5.9
Pros
Amazing graphics
Great Music
Safe to downloadCons
Too slow sometimes. It feels like you're playing in slow-motion.
It's literally impossible to make it through some worlds (7 and 8) because the game is so slow that the timing is not enough. Wish they could get rid of that. If they did, the game would be perfect.
IMPORTANT NOTE: When you grab the question mark feature on level 2 (in order to make it to a "bonus" level), it automatically takes you to level 1, which means you'll have to do it all over again -_-' That's exahusting!
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