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Dr. Mario

Overview

A puzzle video game where players control Dr. Mario as he throws vitamins into a bottle to eliminate viruses.

Released in 1990 for Famicom and developed by Nintendo, Dr. Mario is built around its original console experience. It is part of the Puzzle genres.

You can launch Dr. Mario directly in your browser without downloading a separate game client. Read the guide below before playing, then adjust the keyboard or controller settings for your device.

Playable in browserNo download requiredFamicom

Languages:English

Dr. Mario

A puzzle video game where players control Dr. Mario as he throws vitamins into a bottle to eliminate viruses.

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Plays
30
Views
200

How to Play

In Dr. Mario, your goal is to clear the bottle of all viruses by matching them with vitamins of the same color.

You control Dr. Mario, who throws two-colored vitamins from the top of the screen.

You can rotate the vitamins as they fall to align them with viruses below. To eliminate viruses, you must match at least four segments of the same color in a row, either horizontally or vertically.

This can include both vitamins and viruses. The vitamins will continue to fall and stack, so plan your placements carefully to create chain reactions and clear multiple viruses at once.

Focus on clearing viruses from the bottom up to prevent the bottle from filling up too quickly. As you progress, the viruses start in more complex patterns and the vitamins fall faster, increasing the challenge.

In tense moments, try to keep the playing field as low as possible and look for opportunities to set up large combos.

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FAQ

Can I play Dr. Mario online?

Yes. You can play Dr. Mario directly in your browser. Open the game page and click play to start without setting up an emulator first.

Do I need to download anything to play Dr. Mario?

No. Dr. Mario is available as a no-download browser game, so you can start playing without installing extra software or downloading files.

What platform or genre is Dr. Mario?

Dr. Mario is a Famicom game in the Puzzle category. You can use the platform, genre, and related games sections to find similar titles.

What devices can run Dr. Mario?

Dr. Mario usually works in modern browsers on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices. For the most stable gameplay experience, use Chrome or another mainstream browser.

Who developed Dr. Mario?

Dr. Mario is listed with developer information for Nintendo. You can also browse related games from the same developer or genre.