What it is
The 1985 NES game that defined the platformer genre: run, jump, grab a mushroom, stomp Goombas, and save Princess Peach from Bowser.
Releases & editions
| Platform | Year | Edition | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| NES | 1985 | Standard | — |
| Game Boy Advance | 2004 | Classic NES Series | — |
| Wii | 2006 | Standard | Digital · Virtual Console |
| Nintendo 3DS | 2012 | Standard | Digital · Virtual Console |
| Wii U | 2013 | Standard | Digital · Virtual Console |
| Switch | 2018 | Standard | Digital · Nintendo Switch Online |
Where it sits for newcomers
For fans
The 1985 original that invented the rulebook for every platformer since — vital history, but Wonder is a far better place to start today.
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