Introduction

Super Mario 3D World is, in a sense, a celebration of everything Mario, with homages to every important title in the franchise. Dozens of levels, crafted in that classic “Mario” aesthetic that has defined video games for multiple generations, have secrets hidden inside and outside. Enemies, both new and old, stand between you and the Goal Pole at the end of a level. Classic items that have been around from the very beginning can be found everywhere. The game features a full cast of all of your favorite playable heroes, with unique traits that force you to adjust how you play to maximize their advantages and minimize disadvantages. Princess Peach is no longer hidden in the next castle; she’s running, jumping, floating, and stomping alongside of her two brave plumber companions and her loyal servant Toad. Once again, either alone or with up to three friends, you can take on all challenges, and put dastardly Bowser in his place.

We have created this guide to help you see everything there is to see and do everything there is to do in this utterly massive Wii U™ title. It’s time to do the Mario, one more time.