Product Overview
- Product Name: Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3
- New or Used: Used
- In Box or Loose: Loose
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Save Battery Status*: Not Applicable – Does Not Use Battery
- Notes: Cartridge in Very Good condition — cleaner than most copies online.
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- Game Boy Advance Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: No
- Cartridge Case / Dust Cover: N/A
- Original Retail Box: No
- Extras:
Game Description
Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3 brings one of the greatest platformers ever made to the Game Boy Advance, revitalizing the 1988 NES classic with enhanced visuals, updated audio, and new features. Players once again join Mario and Luigi as they journey across eight distinct kingdoms to defeat Bowser and the Koopalings, reclaim stolen magic wands, and restore peace to the Mushroom World. With tight controls, imaginative level design, and power-ups like the Super Leaf, Hammer Suit, and Tanooki Suit, this remains one of the definitive Mario adventures.
Unlike the NES original, the GBA version adds crisp 32-bit graphics, fresh voice clips, and vibrant color palettes that make every stage pop on the handheld screen. It also incorporates elements from the “All-Stars” edition while including new features unique to the Advance series. From airships and fortresses to desert pyramids and icy landscapes, the game maintains its reputation as a masterclass in platforming design, striking the perfect balance of accessibility and challenge.
For collectors, Super Mario Advance 4 is one of the most prized titles in the entire GBA library. Beyond being a remake of a universally celebrated classic, it represents Nintendo’s commitment to bringing its greatest hits to handheld audiences. Its enduring legacy and gameplay depth make it not only a must-have Mario game, but also one of the most important platformers of all time — a true crown jewel for any Game Boy Advance collection.
Gameplay Features
- Definitive handheld version of Super Mario Bros. 3, one of the most acclaimed platformers ever created
- Journey across eight imaginative worlds filled with fortresses, airships, deserts, forests, and icy landscapes
- Master classic Mario power-ups including the Super Leaf, Frog Suit, Hammer Suit, and Tanooki Suit
- Enhanced GBA presentation with colorful visuals, updated audio, and voice clips
- Includes features and refinements from the Super Mario All-Stars edition
- A cornerstone release for both Mario fans and GBA collectors alike
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Originally released on the NES in 1988, Super Mario Bros. 3 was hailed as a revolution in platforming, selling over 17 million copies worldwide and setting the gold standard for the genre. Its influence can still be felt in nearly every 2D Mario game that followed. The GBA release as Super Mario Advance 4 preserved that legacy while introducing it to a new handheld generation.
Collectors recognize this cartridge as a key piece of the Mario franchise’s history and one of the most desirable games in the Advance lineup. Its combination of historical significance, timeless gameplay, and polished GBA enhancements ensures it stands as a must-own title for serious retro gaming enthusiasts.
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release
- Genre: Platformer
- Year Released: 2003
- Publisher: Nintendo
- Developer: Nintendo
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 045496733384
- SKU: 2602
- Format: Nintendo Game Boy Advance / GBA Cartridge
- Platform: Nintendo Game Boy Advance System / GBA Console
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- Game Boy Advance cartridges also play on: Game Boy Advance SP, Game Boy Micro, and Nintendo DS/DS Lite systems with a Game Boy Advance cartridge slot (not DSi or later).
- *Save battery (if present) has been tested or replaced and is verified working at the time of listing.
- Photos show the exact item for sale — we never use stock images for used games.
- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
- Backed by Retro Game Fan’s 60-day warranty.
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