Super Mario Land 2 DX
About the Game
Super Mario Land 2 DX is a fan-made color enhancement hack of Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins. The original game was released for the Nintendo Game Boy in 1992, while the DX version updates the visuals with full color support for the Game Boy Color. The gameplay, levels, enemies, and story remain faithful to the original release.
๐ The Story Behind Mario's Return
After returning from his adventure in Sarasaland, Mario discovers that his private island, Mario Land, has been taken over by Wario. Wario has cast a spell over the land's inhabitants and locked the gates to Mario's castle.
To reclaim the island, you must collect the six Golden Coins that unlock the castle entrance. Once you gather all six coins, you can confront Wario and attempt to take back Mario Land.
๐จ What Makes the DX Version Special?
The biggest difference between the original game and the DX edition is color.
Instead of the classic monochrome Game Boy display, this version includes:
- Full Game Boy Color support
- Custom color palettes for each world
- Colored enemies and backgrounds
- Improved visual distinction between areas
- Enhanced presentation while preserving the original gameplay
The goal of the project was to modernize the appearance without changing the core game design.
๐ Six Worlds, Six Golden Coins
Mario Land is divided into several unique regions. You can choose the order in which you explore many of them.
Some of the major areas include:
- Tree Zone
- Macro Zone
- Pumpkin Zone
- Mario Zone
- Turtle Zone
- Space Zone
Each region contains different enemies, themes, and environmental hazards.
๐ Classic Mario Power-Ups
Throughout the adventure, you can collect familiar power-ups.
Super Mushroom
- Increases Mario's size
- Allows Mario to take one extra hit
Fire Flower
- Gives Mario the ability to throw fireballs
Carrot
One of the most memorable power-ups in the game.
- Gives Mario rabbit ears
- Allows slow floating descents
- Helps reach higher platforms
The Carrot power-up first appeared in Super Mario Land 2 and became one of the game's signature features.
๐ฐ Why Many Fans Remember This Game
Super Mario Land 2 marked an important step in the evolution of Mario games.
Compared to the first Super Mario Land, it introduced:
| Feature | Super Mario Land 2 |
|---|---|
| Larger world map | Yes |
| Non-linear progression | Yes |
| Save functionality | Yes |
| Introduction of Wario | Yes |
| Multiple themed worlds | Yes |
The game later inspired the creation of the Wario Land series after Wario became one of Nintendo's most recognizable characters.
๐ฎ EmulatorJS Controls
Keyboard Controls
- Arrow Keys = Move
- Z = A Button (Jump)
- X = B Button (Run / Fireball)
- Enter = Start
- Right Shift = Select
Mobile Controls
- Virtual D-Pad = Move
- A Button = Jump
- B Button = Run / Fireball
- Start = Pause/Menu
๐ก Helpful Tips
- The Carrot power-up can help you discover hidden areas.
- Collect coins whenever possible because extra lives are valuable during later stages.
- Some exits and secrets require careful exploration.
- Space Zone contains low-gravity movement, which changes the way Mario jumps.
- You do not need to complete the worlds in a strict order.
โFAQ
Is Super Mario Land 2 DX an official Nintendo release?
No. It is a fan-made colorization project based on the original Game Boy game.
Does the DX version change the gameplay?
No. The primary goal is to provide Game Boy Color visuals while preserving the original gameplay experience.
Who is the main villain?
Wario serves as the main antagonist and makes his first appearance in Super Mario Land 2.
๐ A Colorful Way to Revisit a Game Boy Classic
Super Mario Land 2 DX preserves everything that made the original Game Boy adventure memorable while giving it a colorful presentation. If you enjoy classic Mario platformers, this version offers the same six-world quest, the same battle against Wario, and the same exploration-focused design with visuals that look more at home on the Game Boy Color.
