Classic NES Series: Super Mario Bros. GBA box art

Game Boy Advance · Action

Classic NES Series: Super Mario Bros.

SystemGame Boy Advance
GenreAction
DeveloperNintendo
PublisherNintendo
Players1–2 players
CommitmentAn evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
SeriesMario Bros
LegacyDeep cut

Released for the Game Boy Advance, Classic NES Series: Super Mario Bros. is an action game developed by Nintendo.

It is part of the Mario Bros series. The series also appears on other systems with Super Mario Land (Game Boy) and Dr. Mario (NES). Nintendo also made Mario vs. Donkey Kong, Metroid Fusion and Wario Land 4 for the GBA.

Classic NES Series: Super Mario Bros. supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to fight, blast and test your reflexes
  • you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you've played the GBA hits and want something less obvious

Maybe skip it if…

  • you prefer slow, thoughtful games over reflex tests

What playing Classic NES Series: Super Mario Bros. is like

Action games test reflexes and nerve. Expect fast enemies, tight controls and stages you clear by reacting quickly and learning enemy patterns.

Tip for newcomers: Retro action games are often short but tough. Treat early deaths as practice runs; every attempt teaches you where the next threat comes from.

Classic NES Series: Super Mario Bros. gameplay screenshot on GBA
In-game screenshot (GBA)

Classic NES Series: Super Mario Bros. cheats & codes

10 codes on file (Code Breaker). Here are a few Code Breaker codes to start with:

Always Invincible3300799F 0063
Infinite Lives3300795A 0063
Always Have Fireballs33007956 0002
Always Able To Break Blocks33007954 0000
Level Modifier33007960 00??
Coin Modifier (00-62)3300795E 00??

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Playing GBA games today

The GBA is one of the best-value retro libraries around, with deep RPGs and tactics games that suit portable play. A growing selection is on Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack, and Rec0m88 supports GBA if you own the games.

Classic NES Series: Super Mario Bros. FAQ

Who made Classic NES Series: Super Mario Bros.?

It was developed by Nintendo.

Is Classic NES Series: Super Mario Bros. multiplayer?

Yes. Classic NES Series: Super Mario Bros. supports up to 2 players.

How long does Classic NES Series: Super Mario Bros. take to play?

As an action game, Classic NES Series: Super Mario Bros. typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.

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