Super Mario 3D World

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Released in 2013 for the Wii U, Super Mario 3D World is a platformer developed by Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development and a follow-up to Super Mario 3D Land on the Nintendo 3DS. Like its predecessor, levels are structured linearly in the tradition of the 2D Mario titles, with players navigating to a Goal Pole under a time limit. The game's most notable addition is simultaneous multiplayer for up to four players, marking the first time a 3D Mario title has supported cooperative play. Before each level, players choose from a roster of characters, each with distinct strengths and weaknesses. The Cat power-up serves as the game's signature transformation, granting the ability to climb walls, perform melee attacks, and jump in midair. The game also incorporates Wii U-specific functionality through the GamePad, including touch-screen interactions and microphone use to uncover hidden items and dispatch enemies.