Super Mario 64 DS

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Generally favorable reviews- based on 468 Ratings

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  • Summary: Super Mario 64, the genre-defining Nintendo 64 classic, arrives on the Nintendo DS with all-new features that take full advantage of the new portable system's dual screens, touch screen and wireless multiplayer capability. Play as Mario, Yoshi, Luigi and even Wario. You'll need to use eachSuper Mario 64, the genre-defining Nintendo 64 classic, arrives on the Nintendo DS with all-new features that take full advantage of the new portable system's dual screens, touch screen and wireless multiplayer capability. Play as Mario, Yoshi, Luigi and even Wario. You'll need to use each one's unique abilities to find 150 Power Stars hidden in the castle and grounds. Play through Adventure mode and try your stylus-wielding hand at tons of new touch-sensitive mini-games. Battle up to three friends in Wireless Versus mode, which you can play with only one Super Mario 64 DS game card. Each of the four main characters has multiple jumping moves that cover great horizontal and vertical distances. Each has unique moves: Yoshi can eat enemies and turn them into eggs that he can throw; Mario can punch, kick and wall-jump to great heights; super-strong Wario can break certain blocks; and Luigi can jump incredibly high. Power Flowers give each character even cooler powers, like invisibility, fire breath or the power to float through the air. [Nintendo]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 50 out of 54
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 54
  3. Negative: 0 out of 54
  1. GameSpy
    100
    Its greatness holds up almost ten years later. It's a treat having an enhanced (both gameplay-wise and visually) version of the game that you can toss in your pocket and play on the go. This is easily the best launch title in the DS lineup.
  2. Nintendojo
    92
    With a huge adventure that will take dozens of hours to complete, along with 36 different mini-games and single-card multiplayer, Super Mario 64 DS is easily the best title on the Nintendo DS right now.
  3. Eurogamer
    90
    Even pointlessly simple card matching games like Luigi's "Pair-A-Gone" and "Memory Match" had us playing relentlessly, whiling away Tube journeys and whiling away stolen moments at all manner of the day and night.
  4. Worth Playing
    85
    The 3D graphics are amazing in comparison to the flat sprites from earlier systems.
  5. PALGN
    80
    With a lengthy single player adventure and 3 dozen mini-games to enjoy, Super Mario 64 DS is well worth the cash, despite its minor control issues.
  6. Gaming Nexus
    80
    If you can overlook some control issues you’ll find quite a lot of game play that will have you going for months to come.
  7. GameShark
    70
    While the main game in Super Mario 64 DS does seem a bit dated to be a launch title for the Nintendo DS, it is still a fun action/adventure that will satisfy the handful of people that have always wished they could have Super Mario 64 on a handheld.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 114 out of 147
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 147
  3. Negative: 11 out of 147
  1. WilliamK.
    Mar 23, 2005
    10
    This game is amazing. As soon as you turn it on, you'll be sucked in forever. The changes from are N64 version are mostly good, however This game is amazing. As soon as you turn it on, you'll be sucked in forever. The changes from are N64 version are mostly good, however there is certainly room for improvement in the touch control. Rainbow Ride is not very easy to get around, but then again, I had problems with the original one. It was a little too short for me. by the end of my first weekend, I had 95 stars, and finished it in less than 4 days. This will punish you severely for errors but when you finally pull it off, you'll feel like a king. A must for the DS, even if you aren't keen on Mario.… Expand
  2. JohnTheRetard
    Nov 10, 2017
    10
    One of my favorite games of all time. Great Super Mario game for the handheld. It is a hard, fun, challenging, and unique Super Mario game.One of my favorite games of all time. Great Super Mario game for the handheld. It is a hard, fun, challenging, and unique Super Mario game. It also looks great.… Expand
  4. Krossbone
    Apr 29, 2019
    10
    There's not much I can add to the already innumerous reviews I'm sure there are describing this game.
    All-in-all, this is the definitive    There's not much I can add to the already innumerous reviews I'm sure there are describing this game.
    All-in-all, this is the definitive version of Super Mario 64 you can play.
    More Stars, more characters, more content in general.
    Some complain about the control scheme, but if you grew up with this or've yet to play the OG Super Mario 64, that's literally a nonissue.    … Expand
  5. CameronC.
    Apr 28, 2006
    9
    This game has took a step up from the original Super Mario 64 by adding more character, and stars to collect. I really like this game because This game has took a step up from the original Super Mario 64 by adding more character, and stars to collect. I really like this game because you can use Yoshi in what was one of the greatest games of all time. You get the same quality as from the orignal, but with smoother graphic, and it can go anywhere with you. And the minigames added to this original classic are a really fun way to pass the time.… Expand
  6. Jjdm11
    Mar 23, 2020
    8
    Super Mario 64 ds is the best official way to play the title everything improved except for speed running that aside it is the best way toSuper Mario 64 ds is the best official way to play the title everything improved except for speed running that aside it is the best way to play the game… Expand
  7. JohnnyG.
    Oct 17, 2005
    8
    Was fun but i cant get the last star.
  8. StickyKeysstu
    Feb 14, 2023
    0
    What the...

    How did Nintendo take everything good from the original Super Mario 64, and get rid of everything good about it! If you want to    What the...

    How did Nintendo take everything good from the original Super Mario 64, and get rid of everything good about it! If you want to play this game, you are better of getting the original.    … Expand

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#1 Best DS Game of 2004
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#1 Most Discussed DS Game of 2004
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#1 Most Shared DS Game of 2004