Play Mario vs. Donkey Kong Online

Mario vs. Donkey Kong came out on the Game Boy Advance in 2004, published by Nintendo. It was a time when the handheld was full of inventive platformers and puzzle games, and this one fit right in, offering a twist on the classic rivalry.

You control Mario through a series of single-screen levels, each designed like a miniature obstacle course. The goal is to reach a key and then guide a wind-up Mini-Mario toy to its box, all while avoiding enemies and hazards like fire traps and falling blocks. The game requires careful timing and observation, often asking you to manipulate levers or use temporary platforms to progress. It starts simple but gradually introduces complex puzzles that demand precision. The satisfaction comes from solving each stage’s layout and outsmarting the level design.