Online Multiplayer is a new component coming to the Nintendo Switch port of Super Mario 3D World. This guide will show players how they can set the whole thing up. Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury is breathing new life into one of the Nintendo Wii U's biggest titles. While many gamers around the world didn't own a Nintendo Wii U, many of the titles that made the platform standout has made their way to the Nintendo Switch. This time around, players can experience the entire game online with up to three other friends. Since local c0-op isn't much of a thing due to the pandemic, this is a great way to experience the game again or for the very first time. This guide will show players how they can set up their online multiplayer session.
In Super Mario 3D World, it is up to Mario and friends to explore over 8 worlds full of exciting platforming segments with a 2D-level design system of progression. The original game was a big hit on the Wii U, stating it as one of the best games on the platform. Now, the game introduces a new game mode called Bowser's Fury, where Mario and Bowser Jr. must team up to save Bowser from his ink-based corruption. This time around, players will explore an open world similar to Super Mario Odyssey to find enough Cat Shines to save the young boy's father. Here is how players can get up online multiplayer in the game.
How To Set Up Online Multiplayer in Super Mario 3D World
It's important to mention that the online multiplayer features only work on the base game of Super Mario 3D World. Players cannot do Bowser's Fury with online multiplayer. To set up a lobby, one player must choose their save file and either host or join a lobby. The host of the lobby will be able to bring along 3 friends throughout their entire adventure. Although, the other 3 players will not have their progress recorded in the game. Only the host will have their game progressed throughout the entirety of it.
As long as each player has their own Nintendo Switch, copy of Super Mario 3D World, and a Nintendo Switch Online subscription, they will be able to host or join any friend lobby they wish. It's a bit unfortunate that Bowser's Fury is only a local co-op experience but that's typically how Nintendo is with these kinds of things. Hopefully, they can change the game up with a future patch.
Super Mario 3D World is available on February 12th on Nintendo Switch.