There was a day when the only place you could play Mario was on a large Nintendo box plugged into a television set. Those were the days when graphics were very pixelated, sounds effect were immature, and controllers were are basic as they come. Now not only can you play Mario on hand held devices, such as Nintendo DS, but you can also play them online...for free! Many websites offer the entire Super Mario World, which one never could have dreamed of playing for free back when it was first released. Some of these sites, such as onlinegames.net, ampgames.com, and acid-play.com, offer a multitude of other games as well. From Frogger to Dig Dug, Legend of Zelda to Duck Hunt, you can now play all of these games online absolutely free! Although these games are perfectly suitable for children, some of the websites may not be. Advertisements and other games pictured may be too adult in nature for young eyes, so parents should always monitor your children while they are on the computer. It is better to prohibit a website and have your child complain about not playing a certain game, than it is for them to witness something on a website that could effect them for the rest of their lives. If you find a website that seems appropriate and has a few games your child would like, stick with it, and only allow your child to remain on the websites that you deem are right for them. It is just such a joy that these wonderful early Nintendo games are now available online for free. Now everyone can enjoy the fun of playing Super Mario World, just like many people did back in the 80's! If you can't afford the CD Roms or Nintendo DS games, now you can play these fun-packed games just like everyone else!