About the Game

NSMB Mario vs Luigi is an exciting platformer that pits the famous plumber brothers against each other in a competitive race through challenging levels. Inspired by the New Super Mario Bros. series, this game features familiar gameplay mechanics with a competitive twist. Players can choose to play as either Mario or Luigi and race to the finish line while collecting coins, avoiding enemies, and using power-ups to gain an advantage. With its colorful graphics, responsive controls, and nostalgic elements, this game offers a fresh take on the classic Mario experience.

Game Features

  • Play as either Mario (red) or Luigi (green) in competitive races
  • Multiple challenging levels with increasing difficulty
  • Classic power-ups including mushrooms, fire flowers, and stars
  • Familiar enemies from the Mario universe
  • Coin collection and score tracking
  • Responsive controls optimized for keyboard play
  • Nostalgic sound effects and music

How to Play

For Mario (Player 1): Use the arrow keys to move (LEFT/RIGHT), UP to jump, and DOWN to enter pipes. Press SHIFT to run faster and CTRL to use power-ups.

For Luigi (Player 2): Use WASD keys to move (A/D), W to jump, and S to enter pipes. Press Q to run faster and E to use power-ups.

The goal is to reach the flagpole at the end of each level before your opponent. Collect coins to increase your score and grab power-ups to gain advantages. Watch out for enemies and obstacles that can slow you down or cause you to lose a life.

Tips & Strategies

  • Use the run button (SHIFT or Q) when jumping to clear larger gaps
  • Look for hidden blocks that may contain valuable power-ups
  • Timing is crucial - wait for the right moment to jump over enemies
  • Some pipes can be entered by pressing DOWN or S when standing on them
  • Fire flowers allow you to shoot fireballs at enemies - use them strategically
  • Stars provide temporary invincibility - perfect for difficult sections
  • Try to memorize level layouts to gain an advantage in rematches

About the Developer

NSMB Mario vs Luigi was developed by a small team of indie developers who are passionate fans of classic platformers. Drawing inspiration from the beloved Mario franchise, they created this competitive version to bring a new dimension to the familiar gameplay. The team focused on maintaining the authentic feel of Mario games while adding competitive elements that make each match exciting and unpredictable.

This fan-made tribute is not affiliated with Nintendo but was created out of love for the iconic characters and gameplay that have defined platformers for generations.