Super Nintendo · Platformer
Super Mario World
Certified classic
| System | Super Nintendo |
|---|---|
| Released | 1990 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Super Mario Bros |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 46 |
Super Mario World is a platformer released in 1990 for the Super Nintendo, developed by Nintendo. Depending on the region, you may also know it as Super Mario World: Super Mario Bros. 4.
It belongs to the SNES's earliest wave of games. Other notable SNES releases from 1990 include F-Zero, ActRaiser and Pilotwings. Among the 140 SNES platformers in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Super Mario Bros series; on the SNES you can also try Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island. The series also appears on other systems with Super Mario Bros. (NES) and Super Mario Bros. 3 (NES). Nintendo also made The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past, Super Mario Kart and Super Metroid for the SNES.
Super Mario World supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the SNES's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Super Mario World is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Super Mario World cheats & codes
481 codes on file (Game Genie, Pro Action Replay). Here are a few Game Genie codes to start with:
| Infinite Flying Time For Yoshi | C2EC-0700 |
|---|---|
| Multi-Jump and Low Gravity | 336B-D4D0 |
| Power-up Select | EDA5-0F6F |
| Warp to Star World | EDB7-0FBD |
| Rapid-Fire Fireballs (Facing Right Only) | D5EB-6F07 |
| Stomp 8 Enemies And Get 1-Ups | C23B-AF07 |
Super Mario World walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Super Mario World.
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Playing SNES games today
The SNES library has aged exceptionally well, especially its RPGs, platformers and puzzle games. A large selection is available on Nintendo Switch Online, and if you own the cartridges you can play your backups in an emulator such as Rec0m88, including online with friends.
Super Mario World FAQ
When did Super Mario World come out on the SNES?
Super Mario World was released for the Super Nintendo in 1990.
Who made Super Mario World?
It was developed by Nintendo.
Is Super Mario World multiplayer?
Yes. Super Mario World supports up to 2 players.
How long does Super Mario World take to play?
As a platformer, Super Mario World 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.
Read more about Super Mario World on Wikipedia. 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.