Mario Bros. (PlayChoice-10)

Nintendo • 1983

Mario Bros. (PlayChoice-10) — Title screen
Title screen
Mario Bros. (PlayChoice-10) — Gameplay
Gameplay

Team up with a friend to tackle the bug-infested world of Mario Bros., a platform and run-jump game released by Nintendo in 1983 as part of the PlayChoice-10 system. Players control either Mario or Luigi, working together to eliminate enemies that emerge from pipes located at the bottom of the screen. The goal is to dispatch these creatures by jumping on their heads or hitting them with well-timed punches—a strategic approach is often needed to avoid being overwhelmed. This version utilizes Nintendo’s PlayChoice-10 hardware, which featured a unique cartridge system and specialized processors for its time. Control is achieved through an 8-way joystick and two buttons, allowing for precise movement and actions as you navigate the increasingly chaotic stages. For those familiar with other iterations of Mario Bros., this version provides a distinct PlayChoice-10 experience centered on cooperative gameplay and classic platforming action.

Details

Manufacturer
Nintendo
Year
1983
Players
2
Genre
Platform / Run Jump
Display
raster
Emulation status
good
MAME ID
pc_mario

Machine data derived from the MAME project.