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Dr. Mario

Nintendo NES

Release Date: 1990

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Description

"Dr. Mario" is a popular puzzle video game developed by Nintendo, initially launched for the Nintendo Entertainment System (NES) in 1990. In this captivating game, players step into the shoes of Mario, who has taken on the role of a doctor. The main objective is to clear the screen of all the viruses using colored pills that Dr. Mario throws into a bottle that serves as the game field. Players need to align these pills, which come in three different colors, horizontally or vertically in rows of three or more matching colors to eliminate the viruses. The game increases in difficulty as the player progresses, with more viruses appearing at the start of each level and the gameplay speeding up.

Dr. Mario was notable for its strategic gameplay and became a beloved classic due to its engaging mechanics and competitive multiplayer mode, where players could challenge each other to clear their respective screens of viruses more efficiently. The game's success led to its availability on multiple platforms and inspired various sequels and adaptations across different gaming systems. Notably, its catchy background music, especially the "Fever" and "Chill" themes composed by Hirokazu Tanaka, has been widely appreciated and remains iconic. Dr. Mario set a standard for puzzle games at the time by integrating simple yet deep tactical gameplay, making it a staple in the puzzle genre and a cherished part of Nintendo's game library.