Mario Hoops 3-on-3

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Mario Hoops 3-on-3 is a sports title developed by Square Enix and released in 2006 for the Nintendo DS and Wii U. The game centers on three-on-three basketball matches featuring characters from the Mario universe, with teams of three selected from a roster of familiar faces. Control is handled through the DS touch screen, where stylus strokes and taps govern dribbling, passing, and shooting. Matches incorporate Mario series power-ups such as Red Shells and Bob-ombs, which can shift momentum during play. Coins scattered across the court also factor into the final score, adding a collection element alongside standard basketball objectives. Several modes are available, including local wireless multiplayer, tournament brackets, and standalone mini-games, giving the title a range of ways to engage with its blend of arcade basketball and franchise iconography.