Dive into the newest addition to the Game Boy library's collection!
Mario enthusiasts and puzzle aficionados rejoice, as two classic games featuring the iconic character are making their way to Nintendo Switch Online for MAR10 Day. On this special occasion, players can enjoy Mario's Picross and Mario vs. Donkey Kong, each offering unique gameplay experiences.
Mario's Picross, originally released on the Game Boy, returns with its classic nonogram puzzle gameplay. Players must strategically chisel away boxes to reveal hidden images, with more than 250 puzzles available. The game requires quick wits and a speedy pace to solve the clues before the clock runs out, making it suitable for players of any skill level.
On the other hand, Mario vs. Donkey Kong is a puzzle platformer where Mario pursues Donkey Kong who has kidnapped Pauline. The game consists of over 100 stages that Mario must clear to capture Donkey Kong and save Pauline. In this adventure, players must perform back-flips and rope spins to overcome obstacles and create a path to their goal.
For those who prefer a more relaxed gaming experience, the Switch version of Mario vs. Donkey Kong offers a Casual Style (Easy Mode) without time limits, five bubbles (extra lives) per level, multiple checkpoints, longer key durations, and fewer enemies in some levels. Additionally, Time Attack mode is available, where players compete to finish levels quickly to earn gold medals. Checkpoint flags can also be activated to save progress within levels, and Time Attack unlocks after clearing certain game modes for all levels, including expert and plus levels.
These games are available for Nintendo Switch Online members, who also have access to a library of Game Boy, Super NES, and NES games. For those interested in learning more about MAR10 Day activities, more details can be found on the newsfeed.
In conclusion, Mario's Picross and Mario vs. Donkey Kong offer distinct gameplay styles: the former as a traditional logic puzzle, and the latter as a hybrid puzzle-platform adventure. Both games retain the charm and challenge of their original releases, with modern quality-of-life features on Nintendo Switch Online.
Developed by Jupiter Co., Ltd. in 1995 and by Nintendo in 1994, these games contain elements of mild violence. Internet access is required for online features. A Nintendo Account and Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) are required for online play.
Note: Donkey Kong contains elements of mild violence. Internet access is required for online features. A Nintendo Account and Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) are required for online play.
- Nintendo Switch Online members can enjoy classic games like Mario's Picross, originally released on the Game Boy, and Mario vs. Donkey Kong, with the latter offering different gameplay styles such as puzzle-platforming.
- In Mario's Picross, players must strategically solve nonogram puzzles to reveal hidden images, while in Mario vs. Donkey Kong, Mario pursues Donkey Kong who has kidnapped Pauline across over 100 stages.
- The Switch version of Mario vs. Donkey Kong includes a Casual Style mode, which allows players to enjoy the game without time limits and offers additional features like extra lives and longer key durations.
- Apart from these games, Nintendo Switch Online also provides access to a library of games from various platforms like Game Boy, Super NES, and NES, and additional information about MAR10 Day activities can be found on the newsfeed.
