> [!game] *Super Mario Bros. 3* > ![[Super Mario Bros 3 Box Art - Front.jpg]] > > [!art]- Back of Box > > ![[Super Mario Bros 3 Box Art - Back.jpg]] > > Developer: Nintendo R&D4 > Publisher: Nintendo > Platform: Nintendo Entertainment System > Release: February 12, 1990 [User Manual](https://www.nintendo.co.jp/clv/manuals/de/pdf/CLV-P-NAACE.pdf) # Summary A seismic sequel in the *Super Mario* series that introduced an overworld map, a slew of power-ups, and the Koopalings. It is hard to believe that this runs on the same hardware and (based off Japanese releases) three years after [[Super Mario Bros.]] launch. It's a game that feels packed with variety and secrets. # Acquisition My in-laws had a complete-in-box copy that they gave me with their NES collection. It's in great condition. # Memories Most of my memories are tied to the Game Boy Advance remake/port of the game, so I will save those specific recollections for that entry. I do remember sitting at the foot of RD's little tube TV upstairs and flip flopping between this and [[The Legend of Zelda]]. # Related Posts - [[Behind the Scenes of The Spirit of Super Mario Galaxy]] - [[The Spice of Life – Adding a Spice Orange GameCube to my Collection]] - [[Shovel Knight Review]] # Versions - [[Super Mario Advance 4 - Super Mario Bros. 3|Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3]] - Virtual Console, Wii