10 Legendary Games Nintendo Must Bring To Mobile Phones

By Barclay Ballard /

1. Super Mario Bros.

The Nintendo franchise that would be most at home on mobile devices would of course be Super Mario Bros. If Nintendo aren't sure whether there€™s an audience for their most iconic hero, then they need look no further than the huge number of rip-off titles that have been released down the years. Ranging from the subtle to the downright shameless, these smartphone Mario clones have included Ultra Dario, Monino and Super Jump World €“ even Flappy Bird owed much of its aesthetic to the little red plumber. It's easy to see why side-scrolling platformers would catch the imagination of mobile gamers. Each level is self-contained, making them perfect for short gaming sessions. The controls are straightforward enough for anyone to understand, but when designed correctly, the levels provide enough of a challenge to test even the most experienced players, giving the games a universal appeal. The simple controls, the subtly difficult level design and the classic run and jump formula that inspired so many future games; if there€™s one series that could kick-start Nintendo€™s mobile gaming push, it€™s Super Mario Bros. What Nintendo franchise would you love to play on your phone? Let us know in the comments!