Mario Forever
Mario Forever is one of the oldest and most downloaded Mario fan games in history. Originally released in 2003 by Buziol Games (Softendo), this PC platformer has been downloaded millions of times and remains a staple of the Mario fan gaming community. The game features dozens of worlds with classic Mario gameplay — running, jumping, collecting coins, and defeating enemies — all rendered in a clean, colorful style that pays homage to the NES originals while adding its own personality.
| Feature | Detail |
|---|---|
| Developer | Buziol Games (Softendo) |
| Genre | 2D Platformer |
| Platform | PC (Windows) |
| Release | 2003 (updated through 2017) |
| Engine | Multimedia Fusion |
| Status | Complete (v7.03) |
What Makes Mario Forever Special?
Mario Forever's longevity speaks to its quality. The game has been continuously updated for over a decade, with new worlds, bug fixes, and improvements being added regularly. This long development history means the game has been refined extensively, resulting in tight controls and well-designed levels. The game also benefits from a massive modding community. Players have created hundreds of custom "Mario Forever" episodes and mods that extend the experience with new worlds, themes, and challenges. This ecosystem of community content has kept Mario Forever relevant for over two decades, making it not just a game but a platform for creativity.Gameplay and Features
Mario Forever offers a comprehensive classic Mario experience:- Multiple Worlds: Dozens of worlds with multiple levels each, providing hours of platforming content.
- Classic Mario Gameplay: Run, jump, collect coins, power-ups, and defeat enemies in levels inspired by the NES Mario games.
- Power-Ups: Classic power-ups including Super Mushroom, Fire Flower, and Starman are all present and accounted for.
- Boss Battles: Face Bowser and other bosses at the end of each world in classic bridge-and-lava confrontations.
- Modding Support: A large community creates custom episodes and mods that extend the game's content indefinitely.
- Regular Updates: Years of updates have refined the gameplay and added new content up to version 7.03.