Super Mario 64Experience the classic 3D platforming adventure of Super Mario 64 directly in your browser. Explore the castle, collect Power Stars, and defeat Bowser.
Super Mario 64
Super Mario 64 defined 3D platforming for a generation, and now you can play the full classic adventure directly in your browser. You step into the shoes of Mario as he arrives at Princess Peach’s castle, only to find that Bowser has taken over and sealed the doors using the castle’s Power Stars. To rescue the princess, you have to leap into magical paintings scattered across the castle walls and explore massive, varied worlds.
A session of Super Mario 64 is built around freeform exploration. Instead of simply running to a flagpole at the end of a linear level, you are dropped into open sandboxes like Bob-omb Battlefield or Cool, Cool Mountain. Each world hides multiple Power Stars, and finding them requires a mix of tight platforming, puzzle-solving, and discovering secrets. The smooth movement system gives you full control over Mario’s jumps, flips, and dives, making the simple act of navigating the terrain incredibly satisfying.
Controls
- Move: WASD or Arrow Keys
- Jump: Spacebar
- Crouch: Z
- Long Jump: Shift + Spacebar while running
- Punch / Grab: X (or interacting with objects)
Tips that actually help
- Master the Long Jump: The long jump (run, then crouch and jump) covers huge distances and is essential for clearing wide gaps or moving around quickly.
- Look for Red Coins: Every main course has 8 red coins hidden within it. Collecting all of them in a single run will spawn a bonus Power Star.
- Heal using water: If you are low on health, jumping into a body of water and surfacing will completely restore your health meter.
This browser version of Super Mario 64 is perfect for both nostalgic fans wanting to revisit a masterpiece and new players looking to experience the game that set the standard for 3D exploration. It runs smoothly without needing any downloads or installations.