Wario Land - Super Mario Land 3 Color Edition

What is Wario Land - Super Mario Land 3 Color Edition?

Wario Land - Super Mario Land 3 Color Edition is a vibrant reimagining of the classic Game Boy platformer. This fan-made enhancement transforms the original monochrome adventure into a full-color experience while preserving the chaotic charm of Wario’s treasure-hunting escapades. Players control Mario’s greedy rival, Wario, as he battles pirates, smashes through obstacles, and collects coins across diverse levels to fund his ultimate goal: building a castle bigger than Mario’s. The color edition breathes new life into the game with carefully applied palettes that highlight environmental details and character animations.

Game Features

• Colorful Visual Overhaul: Enjoy the entire game with dynamic, era-appropriate color schemes that differentiate zones like beaches, caves, and volcanoes
• Wario’s Unique Abilities: Shoulder-charge through walls, ground-pound enemies, and use power-up hats (like Bull, Jet, and Dragon) for special attacks
• Treasure Collection: Hunt for hidden coins, keys, and rare artifacts to increase your wealth and unlock the best ending
• Transformative Hazards: Experience quirky status effects when hit by enemies—turn into zombie Wario, inflate like a balloon, or catch fire
• Non-Linear Exploration: Revisit levels with new abilities to uncover secret exits and maximize loot
• Boss Battles: Outwit pirate captains and monstrous foes in creative showdowns

How to Play Wario Land - Super Mario Land 3 Color Edition?

1. Movement: Use arrow keys (or WASD) to run left/right and crouch. Hold Down while moving to crawl through tight spaces.
2. Jumping: Press Z or Space to jump. Hold longer for higher leaps.
3. Attacking: Press X to shoulder-charge (run + X) or ground-pound (jump then Down + X mid-air).
4. Power-Up Activation: Collect hats to gain abilities—press X while wearing the Jet Hat to fly, or Z with the Dragon Hat to breathe fire.
5. Item Interaction: Carry pots/rocks by pressing X near them, then throw with X again.
6. Health & Lives: Collect hearts to refill health. Lose all hearts or fall into pits to lose a life. Gather 100 coins for an extra life.
7. Goal Completion: Find the level exit or secret treasure chest to finish stages. Accumulate coins to unlock better endings.

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Color Edition different from the original?
This version adds custom color graphics to every level, enemy, and cutscene while keeping the original gameplay intact—making environments more distinct and animations pop.

Can I play as Mario in this game?
No, you exclusively control Wario—the anti-hero with unique moves like charging and throwing enemies. His greedy personality drives the treasure-collecting storyline.

Are there save points or passwords?
The game uses a password system. After completing certain stages, you’ll receive a password to resume progress later without replaying earlier levels.