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Super Mario Bros. Deluxe

Review · Platformer · Nintendo 3DS · Game Boy Color

Super Mario Bros. Deluxe

By the LumiKin editors

Reviewed: 18 May 2026

Nintendo 3DS · Game Boy Color

Nintendo · 1999

LumiScore

48/100

Caution

Growth (BDS)

32

Risk (RIS)

5

Daily limit

120min

Age guidance

9+

Developmental benefits

B1Cognitive
0.38
B2Social-emotional
0.00
B3Motor
0.65

Super Mario Bros. Deluxe offers classic platforming challenges that encourage problem-solving, spatial awareness, and strategic thinking. Players will develop strong hand-eye coordination and reaction time as they navigate obstacles and defeat enemies.

Design risks

R1Dopamine pressure
0.10
R2Monetization
0.00
R3Social risk
0.00

The game contains minimal risks, primarily low-level cartoon violence. There are no monetization pressures, social risks, or significant dopamine manipulation tactics.

Heads up

  • Monthly spendTypical real-money spend by engaged players: $0–0/mo.
Avg playtime~3 hReviewedMay 2026How scores are calculated →

Parents ask…

Is Super Mario Bros. Deluxe safe for kids?

LumiKin gives Super Mario Bros. Deluxe a LumiScore of 48/100, recommended for ages 9 and up. There are notable risks worth knowing before letting kids play.

What age is Super Mario Bros. Deluxe appropriate for?

LumiKin's rubric recommends a minimum age of 9+ for Super Mario Bros. Deluxe, based on benefits, risks, and content review.

How long should kids play Super Mario Bros. Deluxe?

LumiKin's recommended play time for Super Mario Bros. Deluxe is Up to 120 min/day, calibrated to the game's dopamine, monetization, and social-pressure profile.

What are the main risks of Super Mario Bros. Deluxe?

The game contains minimal risks, primarily low-level cartoon violence. There are no monetization pressures, social risks, or significant dopamine manipulation tactics.