Nintendo Releases New Super Mario Maker Update Bringing Some Cool New Features

Written by Brandon Hofer on December 21, 2015

News: Some new features are now available in Super Mario Maker thanks to a free update that has just arrived which includes a bookmark feature.

Super Mario Maker now has a new update according to Nintendo. The free update is now available and will deliver a new set of never before seen items to use as you create courses. Nintendo is also launching a new web portal called Super Mario Maker Bookmark that will allow you to search for courses to play by using your computer, tablet or smartphone. Super Mario Maker Bookmark is scheduled to become available on December 22.

"Players have already created and shared a huge number of courses, and now it will be easier and more fun than ever for players to create and find levels they will love to play," said Scott Moffitt, Nintendo of America's Executive Vice President of Sales & Marketing. "Combining classic Mario game play with the creative fun of making and sharing levels, Super Mario Maker is a perfect experience for the holidays."

As far as the new update is concerned, it has brought the following new features:

Fire Koopa Clown Car - This volcanic vessel is capable of shooting fireballs as well as a powerful charged shot that can even destroy Blocks. It is perfect for creating shoot ‘em up style courses.

P Warp Doors - Unlike regular Warp Doors, these are only visible while a P Switch is active, perfect for creating truly devious Ghost House courses.

Bumper - This bouncy donut-shaped object sends Mario bounding away when touched.

World Records - Now pages will display the World Record for each course uploaded, displaying the fastest clear time.

Super Mario Maker Bookmark - Levels that players have bookmarked to play later using the Web portal will be accessible from the Course World tab.

Players can access the Super Mario Maker Bookmark portal site from their computer, tablet or smartphone, using their Nintendo Network ID to log in. The portal will also let you browse recommended courses or search for courses with filters like difficulty, game theme or course style. You can also search using a selection of tags, making it easier to find courses that fall into a specific category such as automatic, puzzle or music. Appealing levels can then be bookmarked for instant access the next time players fire up the game. These comprehensive options are also accessible on Wii U via the Course World in Super Mario Maker, allowing players to find a course and hit the Play Now button to jump straight into the action.

What do you think about these new updates? Will you use the new Super Mario Maker Bookmark? Tell us what you think below.