How to Play Super Mario Bros

Super Mario Bros Controls

Game Controls

Movement

Use the Left Arrow and Right Arrow keys to move Mario left and right.

Jump

Press the Z key or Up Arrow to make Mario jump. Hold longer to jump higher.

Run/Fire

Hold the X key to run faster. When you have a Fire Flower, press X to throw fireballs.

Pause

Press the P key to pause the game. Press it again to resume playing.

Mobile Controls:

On mobile devices, virtual buttons will appear on the screen for touch controls.

Game Objectives

The main objective in Super Mario Bros is to navigate through the Mushroom Kingdom, survive the main antagonist Bowser's forces, and save Princess Toadstool.

  • Complete Levels: Move from left to right to reach the flagpole at the end of each level.
  • Collect Coins: Gather coins throughout the levels to earn extra lives (100 coins = 1 extra life).
  • Find Power-ups: Look for special blocks containing mushrooms, fire flowers, and stars.
  • Defeat Enemies: Jump on enemies to defeat them or use fireballs when powered up.
  • Discover Secrets: Find hidden blocks, warp pipes, and secret areas for shortcuts and bonuses.

Power-Ups Guide

Super Mushroom

Makes Mario grow larger and allows him to take one hit from an enemy without losing a life.

Fire Flower

Transforms Mario into Fire Mario, allowing him to throw fireballs at enemies.

Starman

Makes Mario temporarily invincible, allowing him to defeat enemies by touching them.

1-Up Mushroom

Gives Mario an extra life. These are rare and often hidden in secret blocks.