Matches are built around 3-on-3 basketball, with players moving by buttons and using the touch screen for dribbling, passing, stealing, and shooting. Coins collected during play increase scoring value, and items like Red Shells and Bob-ombs can disrupt opponents. Modes include tournament-style single-player play, practice, and multiplayer. Different courts feature unique layouts and hazards, and continued progress unlocks additional characters, courts, and extras.
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Mario
A balanced all-around captain suitable for most team setups.
Luigi
A mobile character with good movement for support and fast breaks.
Princess Peach
Quick and agile, useful for positioning and ball control.
Bowser
A powerful heavyweight who excels at contact play and defense.
Yoshi
A speedy character well suited to steals and transitions.
Donkey Kong
A strong inside presence effective near the basket.
Practice the touch-screen rhythm for dribbling and steals so you do not overcommit and lose possession. On offense, collect coins before shooting whenever possible, since point multipliers often matter more than simple baskets. Build teams with both speed and power to balance fast breaks and interior defense. When items appear, avoid bunching players together. In multiplayer, quick passing can open lanes for your most reliable scorer.
Advance through Championship mode and meet in-game conditions to unlock hidden characters and extra courts.
Local Nintendo DS multiplayer allows versus play without entering cheat codes.
Tips and tricks
Grab coins before taking shots to maximize scoring value.
Tips and tricks
Do not spam steal attempts or fast opponents will slip past you.
Tips and tricks
Use heavy characters near the hoop and agile ones for pressure defense.
Tips and tricks
Learn each court's gimmicks to reduce mistakes and create openings.
User Reviews
A creative blend of basketball and Mario items that makes multiplayer especially fun.
User Reviews
Touch controls take practice, but they feel satisfying once learned.
User Reviews
Single-player is modest, yet local versus gives the game lasting appeal.
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About Mario Hoops 3 on 3
Mario Hoops 3 on 3 is a 2006 Nintendo DS sports, arcade, multiplayer, basketball game, developed by Square Enix and published by Nintendo. Mario Hoops 3 on 3 is a Nintendo DS basketball game developed by Square Enix and published by Nintendo. It mixes Mario characters with fast arcade-style basketball, touch controls, coins, and item attacks to create a playful competitive rhythm. While far removed from classic platforming, it earned a solid reputation as one of the more distinctive Mario… You can play Mario Hoops 3 on 3 instantly in your browser at https://www.classicemu.com — no downloads or installation required, with cloud save support and mobile touch controls.
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