Super Mario Advance

 Game Boy Advance
User Score
8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 119 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 89 out of 119
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 119
  3. Negative: 8 out of 119
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  1. AlstonD.
    Mar 9, 2003
    1
    The graphics are very dissappointing on this game, considering the stupidly high price, and the game can get very fustrating at times.
  2. B.S.
    Sep 27, 2002
    3
    The graphics are average controls, music are awesome but it gets real tiring real fast and this system has enough power to put in way more games than 2 (we're not stupid, this system has a lot of power) I can't explain this rating maybe it got some points for the good link game but it just gets so boring so fast cause you've played this before. I highly RECOMEND RENT THIS FIRST!!
  3. SickRick
    Oct 3, 2003
    8
    Playing this game brought back memories, I can still see myself sitting on the old couch in my feet pjs with the look of determination in my wee little eyes.
  4. Mr.Anonymous
    Oct 25, 2007
    8
    A good game, but not too much the best. I've never liked Mario Bros. too much...The inclusion of a new SMB2 is just fantastic! This is a quick reveiw that I'm rushing through, so I can't really give a huge verdict, but overall, it deserves an 8. Mario bros docks down a point, and the odd boss fights knock it down a point.
  5. JohnM.
    Sep 21, 2005
    10
    Monkeys couldn't tear me away from this game!!!
  6. darth_n8r
    Jun 14, 2011
    8
    Weirdest Mario ever! Thank goodness they returned to the original formula for 3 (and every 2D Mario since.) That being said, the strangeness of this one is it's charm, and I can't believe that there are so many characters here that havn't been seen since.
  7. Zilcell
    Nov 9, 2011
    9
    Enhanced versions of Super Mario Bros. 2 and Mario Bros. are what is on this game. They both are very fun to play, especially Super Mario Bros. 2, which captures the same fun that the original has.
  8. BasilZero
    Jul 6, 2014
    8
    Game: Super Mario Advance
    Genre: Adventure/Platformer
    Developer: Nintendo System: Gameboy Advance (GBA) Total Score: 76/100 Value Score: 7.6/10 • Story: 5/10 • Characters: 9/10 • GamePlay: 8/10 • Graphics: 8/10 • Sound: 8/10 • Music: 8/10 • Length: 6/10 • Replay Value: 5/10 • Player Value: 9/10 Pros +Visual animations have been changed and improved along with    Game: Super Mario Advance
    Genre: Adventure/Platformer
    Developer: Nintendo
    System: Gameboy Advance (GBA)
    Total Score: 76/100
    Value Score: 7.6/10

    • Story: 5/10
    • Characters: 9/10
    • GamePlay: 8/10
    • Graphics: 8/10
    • Sound: 8/10
    • Music: 8/10
    • Length: 6/10
    • Replay Value: 5/10
    • Player Value: 9/10

    Pros
    +Visual animations have been changed and improved along with some enemy sprites
    +Voices have been added to characters including bosses and mini bosses
    +Includes Mario Bros. as a secondary game

    Cons
    -All the weirdness of the original SMB2 is still intact along with the inclusion of awkward voices of the birdos.    … Expand
  9. CamyVero
    Jul 5, 2020
    8
    This is a remake for the portable nintendo GBA system of the classic Super Mario Bros 2. I played it on Wii U because it's available in the eShop. It's a real luxury to be able to relive this classic through Virtual Console, which includes filtering for smooth graphics and gameplay both on TV and on the controller screen. The game features a new graphic and sound look and keeps its classicThis is a remake for the portable nintendo GBA system of the classic Super Mario Bros 2. I played it on Wii U because it's available in the eShop. It's a real luxury to be able to relive this classic through Virtual Console, which includes filtering for smooth graphics and gameplay both on TV and on the controller screen. The game features a new graphic and sound look and keeps its classic fun intact. One of the best platformer in history, without a doubt, even though it is not considered by far the best in the saga.… Expand
  10. Randomguy67
    Aug 28, 2018
    8
    A great remake and launch title for the GBA of two great Mario games, Super Mario Bros 2 and Mario Bros
  11. nintendo-sekta
    Nov 1, 2018
    6
    Сборник средний. Но впихивать каждый раз Mario Bros- это не хорошо. Super Mario Bros 2 это не лучшая игра в серии и не худшая. А главный минус это механика игры, когда ты прыгаешь на врага он не умирает, нужно в него что то кинуть.
  12. BM30
    Jun 29, 2020
    8
    Super Mario Advance is just a SMB2 port but even then, it's a great game! It's a really good port of the game and I'd recommend it.
  13. Destin242
    Oct 8, 2020
    8
    I've never been a big fan of 2d platformers but as my first GBA game I find it pretty fun, I often find myself getting stuck on a spot and spending a long time on it but the feeling when you beat that level is so good. The graphics seem pretty good for a GBA 2d Mario Game. It also comes with a Remake of Mario Brothers, I really like how they include this, and it's nice to just sit down andI've never been a big fan of 2d platformers but as my first GBA game I find it pretty fun, I often find myself getting stuck on a spot and spending a long time on it but the feeling when you beat that level is so good. The graphics seem pretty good for a GBA 2d Mario Game. It also comes with a Remake of Mario Brothers, I really like how they include this, and it's nice to just sit down and try to get a high score. Overall it's a decent game.… Expand
  14. Revon
    Dec 28, 2020
    9
    Innovación y creatividad para uno de los super Mario mas infravalorados de la historia!
  15. tkirb
    Jun 5, 2021
    9
    Well, to admit, this port of Mario Bros and Super Mario Bros 2 is Fabulous. The characters play out as good as usual, especially Luigi, who is like, a God in this game. The controls are smooth as they used to be. And I was never this addicted to the original Mario Bros before. Overall, this game is definitely worth checking out.
  16. grimreapersims
    Sep 8, 2021
    8
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  17. GuidoTheHare
    Jul 14, 2022
    10
    Corto y divertido que puedes terminar en menos de una hora. Y al 100% en unas horas.
  18. Yojimbo2015
    May 11, 2023
    7
    An expertly constructed port that captures the charm of the SNES games and is perfectly suited to handheld gaming.

Awards & Rankings

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#12 Best Game Boy Advance Game of 2001
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#6 Most Discussed Game Boy Advance Game of 2001
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#13 Most Shared Game Boy Advance Game of 2001

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Metascore
84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 19 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 18 out of 19
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 19
  3. Negative: 0 out of 19
  1. GMR Magazine
    80
    Odd naming system. [Feb 2003, p.97]
  2. Media and Games Online Network
    95
    Not only will expose a whole new generation to one of the classics, it will challenge those who remember it the first time around.
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  3. TotalGames.net
    92
    You may argue that Mario Advance is old fashioned, but it’s a testament to the strength of the gameplay that it still pulls you in and keeps you fixed to your Game Boy.
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