Super Mario Bros. Wonder: Your Quick Guide to the New Mario Adventure

If you’ve been waiting for a fresh Mario experience, Super Mario Bros. Wonder delivers it in spades. The game lands on Nintendo Switch with bright worlds, brand‑new power‑ups, and a level‑design style that feels both familiar and surprising. Below you’ll get the basics, the coolest new features, and practical tips to help you breeze through the toughest spots.

What’s New in Super Mario Bros. Wonder?

First off, Wonder swaps the classic star power‑up for the Wonder Boost. Grab a Wonder Boost and watch the screen shake, enemies freeze, or hidden platforms appear for a few seconds. It adds a burst of chaos that makes every stage feel alive.

The game also introduces the "Dream‑like" visual filter. Levels shift colors and textures in real time, giving you a fresh look every time you replay a map. On top of that, multiplayer now supports up to four players locally, so you can race your friends through the same world without split‑screen.

Storywise, Mario and his pals are chased by a mischievous creature called the Dreamer. Each world ends with a short cutscene that hints at the Dreamer’s motives, keeping the narrative simple but engaging. The worlds themselves are themed around everyday objects—books, candy, machinery—so you’ll find yourself jumping inside a giant sandwich one minute and a towering piano the next.

Top Tips & Hidden Secrets

Here are five things you can start using right away:

1. Save Wonder Boosts for boss fights. The boost’s temporary effects can turn a tough enemy into a piece of cake. Watch the timer and activate it just before you see a big boss.

2. Look for sparkling tiles. Those tiles hide 1‑up mushrooms or extra coins. They’re easy to miss if you’re rushing, so pause and scan each platform.

3. Use the hidden warp pipes. Certain pipes aren’t marked on the map but are indicated by a faint glow. Jump into them to skip ahead or find secret bonus rooms.

4. Play with friends on the same console. With four‑player co‑op, you can cooperate to hit switches that single‑player can’t. It’s the fastest way to finish time‑trial challenges.

5. Master the “ground‑slide” technique. Holding down the crouch button while moving lets Mario slide under low obstacles and maintain speed on downhill slopes. It’s a game‑changer for speedruns.

Beyond these tips, keep an eye on the environment. Wonder loves to reward curiosity—push a block, knock over a vase, or tap a wall to reveal hidden collectibles. The game tracks how many you find, and completing the collection unlocks a special “Master Mario” costume.

Whether you’re a veteran player or new to the series, Super Mario Bros. Wonder offers enough variety to keep you hooked for hours. Dive in, experiment with the Wonder Boost, and don’t be afraid to explore every corner of each world. The more you play, the more the game’s surprises will reveal themselves.

Enjoy the adventure, and may your jumps always land on a green pipe!