Super Mario Sunshine

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  1. GameMan2005
    Aug 23, 2023
    9
    Excellent 3D Platformer with beautiful graphics, especially the water. Some cheap side missions here and there and wonky camera, but overall controls and plays great.
  2. romstarr
    Aug 14, 2023
    10
    Gameplay 10/10
    Story 8/10
    Performance 10/10
    Characters 10/10
    Music 10/10
    Content 10/10
  3. Yojimbo2015
    Jul 27, 2023
    8
    Being very pretty and rather quirky, Super Mario Sunshine takes the basic premise of Mario 64 and gives it a sandbox-style environment that makes it feel very similar to Banjo Kazooie...although not quite as good. Jumps can be unnecessairly awkward - especially when you're against the clock - and the camera can be erratic so for those reasons it does not feel as "special" as some of theBeing very pretty and rather quirky, Super Mario Sunshine takes the basic premise of Mario 64 and gives it a sandbox-style environment that makes it feel very similar to Banjo Kazooie...although not quite as good. Jumps can be unnecessairly awkward - especially when you're against the clock - and the camera can be erratic so for those reasons it does not feel as "special" as some of the other Mario games. But it is still a damn fine game in its own right if judged on its own merits.… Expand
  4. EtaYorius
    Jul 17, 2023
    9
    My second favorite Mario game after 64 and a worth successor, The mechanics with "Flood" are fun, difficulty is good and the amount of shine sprites is huge too! i Got no idea why this game was not very popular back then.

    I even like this one a bit more than Odyssey. My score is 91 - 100.
  5. Jaimelikegames
    Jun 17, 2023
    10
    Super mario sunshine is best game ever i love playing super Mario sunshine and it part of my childhood . ❤️❤️
  6. Shinglinhg
    May 17, 2023
    10
    In my opinion, the best Mario game, I love the tropical atmosphere of this game, and the addition of F.L.U.U.D was amazing. It's very satisfying to use it. The game's camera is good, the controls are good, and the soundtrack is, in my opinion, the best soundtrack ever made in gaming history. It's a shame that the game was released for such a failed console like the Nintendo GameCube.
  7. Lugubra
    May 15, 2023
    10
    No entiendo porqué la gente lo pone como lo peór en juegos de Mario, es sumamente divertido, la camará puede presentar problemas pero en pocas ocaciones, en general se puede usar muy bien, y F.L.O.O.D me parece las mejores mecanicas de un juego de Mario en 3D
  8. RVamp101
    May 14, 2023
    9
    This is so close to being perfect, it sadly has some odd choices when it comes to the stages and the hub. I loved nearly everything but i won't nit-pick here.
  9. Tonatiu
    May 1, 2023
    8
    The levels are great, the control you have on Mario is good, it could be better, and the voices are the only thing that gives it an 8
  10. wii43j
    Apr 7, 2023
    10
    Don't worry about the 0 score ratings, because they probably have not beaten the game. The people that say this game is too hard need to get good. Super Mario Sunshine has some of the most compelling and colorful graphics in any Mario game, and it's music is impeccable. It's very fun to play, even when it gets extremely difficult in the secret courses, they even got me frustrated at times.Don't worry about the 0 score ratings, because they probably have not beaten the game. The people that say this game is too hard need to get good. Super Mario Sunshine has some of the most compelling and colorful graphics in any Mario game, and it's music is impeccable. It's very fun to play, even when it gets extremely difficult in the secret courses, they even got me frustrated at times. The controls are buttery smooth, although may be a bit controversial based on the player's point of view on it. As a person who has beaten this game twice, I'd say it is a must play for all gamers if they want a true challenge. Super Mario Sunshine is very controversial, but it is one of the most breathtaking adventures a videogame has ever offered.… Expand
  11. Mlpwatercritic7
    Mar 19, 2023
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is my favorite game ever. I love the tropical vibe and the atmosphere is amazing. The boss fights are creative and the control is best out of any Mario game. FLUDD allows for so much diverse movement and the final boss fight where you first treverse through corona mountain and fight Bowser and Bowser Jr. is pretty cool. And the graphics and voice acting is so good. 10/10
    Would recommend 100%    … Expand
  12. oopkp
    Feb 23, 2023
    10
    This game singlehandedly killed the Gamecube. The collision works... less than half the time. I was speedrunning this steaming pile of **** and I literally clipped through the wall in one of the secret stages and died as a result. Why would ANYONE like this game? One word: nostalgia goggles. Take 'em off, people. This game is worse than 64, worse than galaxy, this is the sonic 06 of theThis game singlehandedly killed the Gamecube. The collision works... less than half the time. I was speedrunning this steaming pile of **** and I literally clipped through the wall in one of the secret stages and died as a result. Why would ANYONE like this game? One word: nostalgia goggles. Take 'em off, people. This game is worse than 64, worse than galaxy, this is the sonic 06 of the mario series and I am very disappointed.… Expand
  13. ReviewGod05
    Feb 23, 2023
    10
    "wah wah wah game too hard and too wepetative" - anyone who complains about this game
    Easy, fun, silly goofs and gaffs for the whole family, what's not to love. If you don't like this game then you are a silly baby doodoo head. Grow up and learn to overcome some difficulties, show some commitment and determination, it's not that hard, its not that time consuming, and its awesome and fun.    "wah wah wah game too hard and too wepetative" - anyone who complains about this game
    Easy, fun, silly goofs and gaffs for the whole family, what's not to love. If you don't like this game then you are a silly baby doodoo head. Grow up and learn to overcome some difficulties, show some commitment and determination, it's not that hard, its not that time consuming, and its awesome and fun. Good game 10/10.    … Expand
  14. Epixel
    Jan 5, 2023
    9
    Insanely underrated, after just playing for the first time I'm blown away by some of the creativity and level design, however, while the game has very high highs, it also has some very low lows, The low parts don't happen often though
  15. RANDOMJUKE
    Jan 4, 2023
    9
    There is so much garbage in this game that I could talk about it for hours, but there are so many instances where everything is just perfect that it would be a disservice to discuss its imperfections. The core movement is a joy to experience; I often found myself running around the hub world with no real objective simply because it was fun to do so. The levels are top-notch and are alwaysThere is so much garbage in this game that I could talk about it for hours, but there are so many instances where everything is just perfect that it would be a disservice to discuss its imperfections. The core movement is a joy to experience; I often found myself running around the hub world with no real objective simply because it was fun to do so. The levels are top-notch and are always hiding secrets around every corner. The music slaps and the story is simple but charming. Unfortunately we will never get a sequel but I like to think Sunshine’s spirit lives on in Odyssey.… Expand
  16. DanielGG91
    Nov 15, 2022
    10
    Un dignísimo sucesor de Super Mario 64. Divertido, original y con gran variedad de movimientos. Un juego obligatorio en mi opinión para los fans de los plataformas 3D.
  17. AntiqueGull
    Nov 14, 2022
    10
    Платформер с отличной на момент выхода графикой и физикой, атмосфера и геймплей как всегда на высоте
  18. BigNig69
    Nov 13, 2022
    9
    Probably the best controlling Mario game. The shadow Mario levels are fun and challenging and the FLUDD is an interesting mechanic that makes this game unique.
  19. hector_bcn98
    Oct 31, 2022
    8
    Ser un gran videojuego no basta para Mario, por eso quizás es un gran olvidado... Chapó por la innovación con el tema del agua y tal, pero creo que frente a frente a 64 y Galaxy, eso mismo le hace no alcanzar la perfección. Los mundos no están tan inspirados en comparación con los otros, y aún así, juegazo. Las cosas como son.
  20. Jattaman
    Oct 8, 2022
    8
    Meno geniale dei Galaxy, ma comunque ottimo platform con un sistema di comandi diverso dagli altri episodi.
    Originale, buonissimo titolo.
    Non il miglior Mario della storia, ma assolutamente meritevole di essere giocato.
  21. ThunderAlmond
    Sep 9, 2022
    8
    This is a great game overall but lacks polish and is a step or two down from the typical Mario game’s quality, let alone 3D Mario. Satisfaction in the game is everywhere. The aesthetics are top tier. The water graphics ace the test!! The menu sounds and little things like that also show for great presentation. This might be my favorite Mario theme.

    The gameplay is still good, but there    This is a great game overall but lacks polish and is a step or two down from the typical Mario game’s quality, let alone 3D Mario. Satisfaction in the game is everywhere. The aesthetics are top tier. The water graphics ace the test!! The menu sounds and little things like that also show for great presentation. This might be my favorite Mario theme.

    The gameplay is still good, but there is noticeable movement jank. The GameCube controller's deep sinking triggers satisfyingly shoot water from the new FLUDD, eliminating most crouch moves from SM64 but elevating everything else (sans punching/kicking). The stick flicks great for reliable side jumps, twirls clean for the trickier spin jump, and the C-stick grants more flow to camera control. The now gone long jump is made up for by the belly slide jump, no longer being able to directly wall jump out of it. Using FLUDD to prime your belly slide feels great, but you can’t hover nozzle out of it. Larger jumps may be harder to aim so the Hover Nozzle over corrects, but you’re going to end up relying on it because of imprecise platforming. It moves rough for long distances. When you hover at a ledge, grabbing it after is inconsistent and not snappy. Even when you teeter on an edge, it is inconsistent whether you will drop to the ledge or fall off entirely. The Turbo and Rocket Nozzles are cool one note powerups that end up feeling underused, like Yoshi. The Blooper racing is very similar to Turbo but if you hit anything, you lose a life. You can’t slow down or even get off by yourself once you get on. Ironically, the least fluid movement in the game is the swimming. You go too far with each stroke and underwater segments have tank controls. This feels worse than in SM64. There is a fine smoothness to the controls that outweighs the flaws, with quenching animations, but the jank adds up over time, blooming especially in level design.

    There’s wonderful free movement in these open spaces until the camera gets stuck (no option to invert it). Despite water being a key theme, most missions don’t engage with large bodies of water enough to constitute as 'water levels'; it’s just the safety net from platforming. It's 3D Mario so all the levels are pretty good. They finely compliment the generally smooth movement. There are a lot of options to get off the beaten path, not just being 'easier' shortcuts but fun alternatives. The earlier levels noticeably have higher quality. 'Delfino Plaza', the hub world, is the most fleshed out "level" in the game! All the powerups, including Yoshi, are the most fun and useful here; Shines are hidden well and mostly out of order; Blue Coins have good distribution. The major downsides are the sub levels, like Pachinko and Lily Pads. All levels have a sub level without FLUDD, inconsistent with the main game, that showcase the lack of precision jumping Mario has, sourcing the difficulty. Most, if not all of these missions self-awarely have accessible 1 Up Mushrooms early on. Many of these are mandatory, too, so there’s no escaping the bad game design.

    There’s a lot of fun new toys, like the hyper responsive bungee wires. But then we have broken toys like boats and Chucksters. Even other optional missions, like Lily Pads and melon rolling, seem luck based with horrid physics, as if getting good at the game doesn’t apply. We also have literal casino slots. Also, there are friendly NPCs in all levels, adding hints if you’re stuck on a mission and adding to a lovely vacation feel. Thing is, you have to do one mission at a time in strict order, requiring you to slog through the many below-average missions. There’s barely room to skip around as the first seven missions of all levels MUST be completed.

    The game is not worth completing 100%. However, the presentation admittedly counters a lot of the jank for me. Blue coins are cool as 1/10th of a Shine and non-level-locked, but their distribution is not worth exploring for. Also, there is no good coin counter if you already cashed some in, so try not to do that either until you get all 240. While the game has significant jank and noticeable room for improvement, the smoothness that it does have alongside the feeling of warm sunshine overpowers it greatly.

    ‘Bowser’s Fury’ also uses Shines but is “open-world”, untypical of the 3D Mario being “open-level” (“open-worldS”?). Levels in ‘Sunshine’ are viewable in backgrounds of other levels and it’s unsatisfying to Turbo into an invisible wall from 'Plaza' to the 'Airstrip'. Becoming open world with lessons learned from ‘Odyssey’ (checkpoints, continuous Stars, auto saves) would be enough quality-of-life fixes to potentially make 'Sunshine' the best 3D Mario game. Fans have been optimizing the game longer than Nintendo (check out 'Sunburn')! Heck, I played this in 60fps on a WiiU.    … Expand
  22. nxtr
    Jul 22, 2022
    9
    Although this game has many problems like the camera and the different glitches in the game, It is my FAVORITE Mario game. It was the first Mario game I EVER played! It definitely has a special place in my heart because of the memories it gave me. I hate collecting the blue coins!! I'm pretty sure its considered "torture" in some countries. Anyway, I love this game for the gameplay and theAlthough this game has many problems like the camera and the different glitches in the game, It is my FAVORITE Mario game. It was the first Mario game I EVER played! It definitely has a special place in my heart because of the memories it gave me. I hate collecting the blue coins!! I'm pretty sure its considered "torture" in some countries. Anyway, I love this game for the gameplay and the memories it gave me when I was younger!!… Expand
  23. waywardlaser
    Jun 28, 2022
    10
    Still like it more than the Galaxy games. Sorry, but sandbox Mario is simply more fun to me and before Odyssey this was the tightest he ever controlled. That stuff matters to me more than 100% completion, which is something I've never bothered to do with this game.
  24. Birdo7
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    This game is my favorite game ever it even has story not a lot but no plot holes and the movement is very good the intro is fun and this game is creative when they are limited to just a beach theme you’ll go from shooting a dancing plant to rolling a watermelon down a hill it’s a game you should try out
  25. Paralativ
    Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Such a grandiose and, despite the hectic pace of releasing the game at the time, a super creative as well as just bubbling over with fantasy Mario masterpiece. A difficulty level that you desperately try to find today and certain daring decisions that brought the needed pep. I would give anything for an equal sequel.
  26. schoolbus
    May 12, 2022
    10
    This is the BEST GameCube game in the planet it is so calm and relaxing by the ocean with all of the fish in the ocean and especially I am a huge Super Mario Fan unlike Disney's Party which is the WORST GameCube Game is because Disney's Party does have a terrible mini game with based on the Disneyland attraction Mad Tea Party called Round & Round which had bad awful fast and loud music andThis is the BEST GameCube game in the planet it is so calm and relaxing by the ocean with all of the fish in the ocean and especially I am a huge Super Mario Fan unlike Disney's Party which is the WORST GameCube Game is because Disney's Party does have a terrible mini game with based on the Disneyland attraction Mad Tea Party called Round & Round which had bad awful fast and loud music and giant strawberries falling on the players and killing them which is extremely bad and made me worry for Corduroy the Bear and his buttons and I care about Corduroy the Bear and his buttons a lot. And that mini game in Disney's Party Round & Round reminded me of when Corduroy the Bear's button fell in a storm drain which made me extremely upset but at least they got the button out of the storm drain and put the button back on Corduroy the Bear's overalls and Corduroy The Bear does have two buttons on his overalls this year and forever and Mickey Mouse's iconic red shorts are overalls too.… Expand
  27. Xrayplayer
    May 11, 2022
    8
    One of the most enjoyable and creative mario games, the new and different ideas that this game introduced are inventive and makes this game more unique and memorable compared to most mainline mario games, the water jetpack is a great edition and it adds more to the complex and varied move sets and the controls are very smooth with some fun level design and amazing locations and delfinoOne of the most enjoyable and creative mario games, the new and different ideas that this game introduced are inventive and makes this game more unique and memorable compared to most mainline mario games, the water jetpack is a great edition and it adds more to the complex and varied move sets and the controls are very smooth with some fun level design and amazing locations and delfino plaza is the best mario hub world and the soundtrack is so good, unfortunately the game has a serious lack of polish with some of the glitchy missions and the blue coins needed more indication on how to get them all.… Expand
  28. JAG7
    Apr 9, 2022
    9
    This game is very challenging and very difficult. Some levels , especially the 2D ones are harder than “normal-classical” Mario. But I’m a sucker for Mario games. Love the game . Not as amazing as Odyssey but still great. The water nozzle it’s a new feature in this game. It’s not that bad as many people say . It’s just different. The camera and camera angles are terrible. Can’t understandThis game is very challenging and very difficult. Some levels , especially the 2D ones are harder than “normal-classical” Mario. But I’m a sucker for Mario games. Love the game . Not as amazing as Odyssey but still great. The water nozzle it’s a new feature in this game. It’s not that bad as many people say . It’s just different. The camera and camera angles are terrible. Can’t understand why they didn’t fix that? Overall very well recommended.… Expand
  29. ElRagnarLocro
    Mar 31, 2022
    8
    Mario Sunshine es un juego especial y curioso, que tiene muy buenas ideas y ambientación, pero que falla justo en lo que mejor suele hacer Nintendo: El diseño de niveles y "misiones" por hacer en cada uno. El juego ofrece la que es para mí la mejor jugabilidad que tiene un Mario (exceptuando a Odyssey que no lo jugué al momento de esta reseña). El ACUAC le brinda una versatilidad alMario Sunshine es un juego especial y curioso, que tiene muy buenas ideas y ambientación, pero que falla justo en lo que mejor suele hacer Nintendo: El diseño de niveles y "misiones" por hacer en cada uno. El juego ofrece la que es para mí la mejor jugabilidad que tiene un Mario (exceptuando a Odyssey que no lo jugué al momento de esta reseña). El ACUAC le brinda una versatilidad al gameplay única, y hace que desplazarse por todo Isla Delfino sea muy placentero, pero hay momentos en los que simplemente esto no puede aprovecharse por el mal diseño que tienen algunos niveles, no por su estructura sino por lo que el juego te pide que hagas, con objetivos muy ambiguos, tediosos, o simplemente aburridos, y no son casos aislados, sino que buena parte del juego suele ser así. Un juego con el potencial de ser, para mí, de los mejores de la historia en plataformas, pero que corta sus propias alas. Aún así, no quita que sea uno de los mejores de su época, y está a la altura de un buen Mario.
    Nota Final: 8.3    … Expand
  30. LikeOrNoLike
    Mar 27, 2022
    9
    Still the best 3D Mario to date. The movement is so good and the aesthetic is so enjoyable I don’t even care about all the jank.
  31. ConnorCondria
    Mar 17, 2022
    9
    Mario Sunshine is just straight up amazing with the atmosphere of the entire setting being completely intertwined and the levels themselves just being fun to play through and explore. Being able to use FLUDD to maneuver yourself around and make yourself move faster can be really fun at times. Also the secret levels give you the platform challenges you could want in a 3D platform game.
  32. NotJordi
    Mar 11, 2022
    9
    One of the greatest Mario platformer, the addition of F.L.U.D.D is really unique and gives some skill to the game.

    The plot of the game is good at best, and Mario's moveset is in my opinion the best Mario's moveset has ever been. Also Mario has a new move called the 'Spin Jump' which is really powerful and unfortunate that it got removed from Galaxy and onwards cons; ''Long    One of the greatest Mario platformer, the addition of F.L.U.D.D is really unique and gives some skill to the game.

    The plot of the game is good at best, and Mario's moveset is in my opinion the best Mario's moveset has ever been.

    Also Mario has a new move called the 'Spin Jump' which is really powerful and unfortunate that it got removed from Galaxy and onwards

    cons; ''Long Jumps'' one of the most useful jump in Super Mario 64 was removed from this title for unknows reasons.
    The level design is hard and can scare newer players away.
    Alot of models look wacky compare of the redesigns they got in future titles.    … Expand
  33. nintendofan721
    Mar 7, 2022
    10
    The second of Mario’s 3D adventures! It’s the first appearance of an iconic character, Bowser Jr, who sprays graffiti all over Delfino Plaza and frames Mario, which is an interesting plot. Delfino Plaza as the hub world of this game is so expansive with a lot to do including some secret levels and shines. Every level in this game is very unique including Sirena Beach in a hotel, Pinna ParkThe second of Mario’s 3D adventures! It’s the first appearance of an iconic character, Bowser Jr, who sprays graffiti all over Delfino Plaza and frames Mario, which is an interesting plot. Delfino Plaza as the hub world of this game is so expansive with a lot to do including some secret levels and shines. Every level in this game is very unique including Sirena Beach in a hotel, Pinna Park at an amusement park, and so much more! I love how they decided to go with one theme throughout the whole game and get creative with it, especially a vacation theme since I’m a huge fan of summer. The controls are smooth, and the main gameplay mechanic, the FLUDD, worked very well. It can even help you recover from badly timed jumps (the hover nozzle). The rocket and turbo nozzles are cool too, giving you a big boost either vertically or horizontally. The blue coins are a neat addition. I know people have complained about them but they add more to do which I like, some are hidden in the hardest spots where you wouldn’t even think of looking for them. The graphics were stunning at the time, and everything looks so beautiful, just look at Noki Bay! There are some memorable tunes in the soundtrack, including the bonus level theme which is infectious. The game gets more difficult as it goes on, and there is one level, the lily pad ride, which is absolutely notorious. I really love this game and it deserves far more credit than it gets!… Expand
  34. Mx64
    Mar 4, 2022
    10
    One of my favorite Mario games all time ! , the setting this game takes place is very Immersive, the music , the npc, all come together to form a beautiful tropical colorful Mario adventure .
  35. Marwans
    Feb 27, 2022
    8
    It feels different but works very well, its gameplay includes many new mechanics and that soundtrack accompanies very well.
  36. nitorita
    Feb 14, 2022
    9
    A legendary sequel to Super Mario 64 that would eventually pave the path to many 3D platformers and cause them to adapt similar mechanics. Aside some the somewhat clunky camera and slight learning curve to using F.L.U.D.D., the game as a whole with its amazing visuals, world design, music, and secrets, compels you to look far beyond what's simply visible on the cover. Truly a game thatA legendary sequel to Super Mario 64 that would eventually pave the path to many 3D platformers and cause them to adapt similar mechanics. Aside some the somewhat clunky camera and slight learning curve to using F.L.U.D.D., the game as a whole with its amazing visuals, world design, music, and secrets, compels you to look far beyond what's simply visible on the cover. Truly a game that will age like fine wine and be revisited time and time again.… Expand
  37. sscott0829tw
    Feb 13, 2022
    10
    Easily the best 3D Mario game I played. Mario 64 didn't age too well for me and Odyseyy is too easy and too short. This game is actually hard and fun to play. The levels are so creative and multi-layer. Surely a timeless game. if the control is better and has some bug fixes. it's a 10/10
  38. SebbyMakesMusic
    Jan 18, 2022
    10
    This is honestly my favorite 3D Mario game, next to Super Mario Galaxy 2.
    In a genre that is all about movement, this one has the most maneuverability, and manages to turn an iffy idea into pure fun. The only downside to the whole game is that you have to replay multiple versions of the same level to get everything (8 main stars per level), but on the upside, they are very memorable    This is honestly my favorite 3D Mario game, next to Super Mario Galaxy 2.
    In a genre that is all about movement, this one has the most maneuverability, and manages to turn an iffy idea into pure fun. The only downside to the whole game is that you have to replay multiple versions of the same level to get everything (8 main stars per level), but on the upside, they are very memorable levels that manage to do very different things in each version. The overall layout feels like a place to get settled into. The rocket jump and turbo attachments are super fun.    … Expand
  39. lalapetizoo
    Dec 9, 2021
    9
    Mario Sunshine is one of my favorite Mario games. I feel like it gets a lot of hate because it’s misunderstood. It’s definitely harder than other 3D games like Galaxy or Odyssey, but that’s part of its charm. The levels are really well designed and the visuals are pretty and colorful. This game truly makes you feel like you’re on vacation on a tropical island.
  40. BeeSting1
    Nov 26, 2021
    10
    Good

    - The tropical setting feels very up lifting. - there’s something zen about cleaning up the world in Delfino. - showing a preview of the shine objective is very helpful, instead of going by the small phrase only for the stars in Mario 64. - the camera controls are so much better. Being able to freely move the camera, not fixed incremental movement. And L button being able    Good

    - The tropical setting feels very up lifting.

    - there’s something zen about cleaning up the world in Delfino.

    - showing a preview of the shine objective is very helpful, instead of going by the small phrase only for the stars in Mario 64.

    - the camera controls are so much better. Being able to freely move the camera, not fixed incremental movement. And L button being able to auto position camera behind Mario.

    - movement options are great

    - using Yoshi was really fun

    - sliding on the ground with water is a fast way to get around, which is convenient.

    - the run and shoot water controls makes good use of the unique trigger buttons of the GC controller.

    - the isolated platforming segments without my fludd were fun. Adds some challenging classic platforming to the gameplay without the crutches of the hover nozzle.

    - using fludd adds a lot to the gameplay and adds variety.

    Bad

    - nothing    … Expand
  41. JoeyPL5
    Nov 16, 2021
    9
    A few of the levels are so tedious and boring that it was not even worth finishing. Everything up until then was perfection.
  42. grimreapersims
    Sep 7, 2021
    10
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    Also play Sunburn
  43. Art24
    Aug 23, 2021
    9
    Doo doo doo!
    Uh, ok, lets go, i really didn't played anything from Super Mario Sunshine, but i feel that the game is just fantastic, that tropical feeling at every single level, the soundtrack, even the non-playable characters! Yeah, the only REAL DEAL and problem are some level difficulties AND the game bugs
  44. KevinLetsPlay67
    Aug 4, 2021
    8
    any one of the levels for example where you have to collect the shinspirt without fludd and it is necessary to collect every chapter up to chapter 7, but once you have mastered the level the levels will be a bit easier. Otherwise the controls are a bit bad, but otherwise it's a good game, but if you do the 100% get excited about a challenge. However, you can strengthen SPOILER SPOILERany one of the levels for example where you have to collect the shinspirt without fludd and it is necessary to collect every chapter up to chapter 7, but once you have mastered the level the levels will be a bit easier. Otherwise the controls are a bit bad, but otherwise it's a good game, but if you do the 100% get excited about a challenge. However, you can strengthen SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER SPOILER: a picture where everyone is on it.… Expand
  45. TicketStubs
    Jun 25, 2021
    9
    A fun and challenging adventure, Super Mario Sunshine outshines all the competition (except for super monkey ball 2) as one of the best games out there. For a GameCube game, the graphics and open world aspect were amazing. The story posed challenging puzzles, wacky and complex map designs, and exhilarating boss fights. A precursor to my dark souls affinity, this games boss fights wereA fun and challenging adventure, Super Mario Sunshine outshines all the competition (except for super monkey ball 2) as one of the best games out there. For a GameCube game, the graphics and open world aspect were amazing. The story posed challenging puzzles, wacky and complex map designs, and exhilarating boss fights. A precursor to my dark souls affinity, this games boss fights were ahead of its time inventing creative new ways to fight and defeat bosses. 9/10 wish I didn’t sell my GameCube… Expand
  46. 2bitplayss
    Jun 1, 2021
    9
    i understand this game was rushed but i enjoy this way more then super mario 64.
    i know most shines aren´t required to beat the game which is kinda lame but...
    i love the beach theme of this game and most levels are fun to play so positives great levels great theming blue coins (yeah i like these because you need to explore the level.. i don't like that most coins can't be collected    i understand this game was rushed but i enjoy this way more then super mario 64.
    i know most shines aren´t required to beat the game which is kinda lame but...
    i love the beach theme of this game and most levels are fun to play
    so positives
    great levels
    great theming
    blue coins (yeah i like these because you need to explore the level.. i don't like that most coins can't be collected in 1 episode)
    bosses are fun
    mario controlls really good the best i have ever seen

    negatives
    pachinko machine level
    poison river level
    there are a lot of 8 red coin mission
    bowser's voice sounds stupid    … Expand
  47. rbs12
    May 20, 2021
    9
    In spite of it's short comings this game still managed to bring me a lot of Joy. I played it on Gamecube but never finished it, and have recently 100% it on the Switch. I can only imagine what this project would have been if Nintendo did not rush it - I'm sure I'd have given it 10 stars.
  48. hajaseicalma
    May 3, 2021
    10
    I liked the game, sometimes it is not possible to understand clearly, the bosses are even easy, when the water runs out you can recover it, but still, in some moments it is impossible to perform this action. I found it very fun and simple ... But when the water runs out ... The nightmare begins.
  49. S3XU4LH34L1NG
    Apr 11, 2021
    8
    A fun and suprisingly challenging classic. I'd say its not quite as good as SM64 especially due to the annoyance of getting the 100% the worse controls and the slightly worse level design.
  50. doodlerman
    Apr 9, 2021
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I absolutely loved this game as a kid, but it was too hard for me to power my way through. Unlike Zelda games of the era, it required more finesse to master. Even if you knew the solution to the occasional platforming puzzle, you still had to muster the skill to overcome the challenge. Even now, a good deal of it is difficult. I only recently beat it for the first time with the Super Mario 3D All-Stars collection.

    On the GameCube, the camera and Fludd controls weren't an issue for me as a kid, but it's hard to revisit since they're inverted. There isn't an option to un-invert these controls, so I had to wait until 3D All-Stars before I really gave this another go. Still, even when the camera controls are fixed, the camera oftentimes gets stuck on or behind walls. It's a major improvement in that department over Super Mario 64, but there are still issues.

    Playing it now, I see why it's considered a sort of black sheep of the Mario family. The oddities of the levels aren't anything new, but there's a surprising lack of visual variety. Each stage is just a part of the tropical Isle Delfino. Maybe it's a beach or harbor or amusement park or village, but they're all of the same tropical local. This didn't bug me much - I thought it all looked gorgeous - BUT I understand why Mario fans were let down by it.

    Moreso than aesthetics, there's also the matter of super annoying challenges. Most stages feature what I feel are some of the best examples of platforming challenges you can find in games, period. However, there are some stages that are so mind-bogglingly frustrating, it's like they're trolling you. There's a stage where you have to push a gigantic watermelon across the level, but if it touches anything with too much force or is tossed into the air by one of the dozens of ducklike monsters waddling about along the way, you gotta start all over. Then there's this ridiculous pachinko level. And don't even get me started on the 'poisonous lily pad' level or what it takes to get there.

    The story is also pretty bizarre. Essentially, as soon as he arrives to Isle Delfino on vacation, Mario is arrested and falsely charged with polluting the whole island, and will only be released after he's cleaned up the whole place. The real culprit is a mysterious doppelganger, called Shadow
    Mario, who leaves behind puddles of muddy paint and graffiti. There are also a variety of polluting monsters encountered along the way that we can only assume are minions of this Shadow Mario. Shadow Mario is later revealed to be Bowser Jr., son of Mario's nemesis Bowser (obviously). Only, Bowser Jr. is under the impression that Peach is his mother and that Mario kidnapped her, a lie fed to him by Bowser. This is strange on its own, but what's really weird is that when Peach is confronted with this lie, she doesn't make any effort to deny it. "Maybe I really could have given birth to this scaly, spiky turtle dragon," she must be thinking. Then again, birth has never been something taken seriously in the Mario universe. Mario and Luigi were being carried to their parents by storks in Yoshi's Island before Kamek kidnapped them. In that same game, we see that Yoshi lays eggs simply by eating monsters or bonking their heads on Yoshi-egg patterned boxes. Though, perhaps those eggs are inseminated the same way salmon procreate... I'm thinking too much about this now.

    Anyway. Great game. The most annoying levels aren't necessary to beat it, so it's completely worth it.    … Expand
  51. StarSlasher103
    Feb 28, 2021
    9
    This is a good game. I like Isle Delfino's different style for Mario games. Although in my opinion, I do think the age rating should be a bit higher because the game has a gambling aspect while fighting King Boo. I have not beaten the game. But I can tell you that if you don't like difficult games, you will not like this game. The good news is that when you get a difficult shine sprite youThis is a good game. I like Isle Delfino's different style for Mario games. Although in my opinion, I do think the age rating should be a bit higher because the game has a gambling aspect while fighting King Boo. I have not beaten the game. But I can tell you that if you don't like difficult games, you will not like this game. The good news is that when you get a difficult shine sprite you tend to feel accomplished. I like the tropical setting and this is controversial but I like the controls. Although I dislike the voice acting, the game is still great. Would recommend unless you don't like difficult games.… Expand
  52. SuperClaudio64
    Feb 28, 2021
    8
    Un gioco che fa dannare il giocatore, ma allo stesso tempo è un platform 3D apprezzabile. Probabilmente il meno impressionante dei mario 3d che ho giocato, il Sunshine è per me un gioco punitivo che ti farà odiare Yoshi, ma rimane comunque un bel gioco.
  53. MrTheMan
    Feb 20, 2021
    9
    This game is great, but the movement is way different from the other games so sometimes I just have a stroke while holding the controller.
  54. IsThisNintendo
    Feb 15, 2021
    10
    Super Mario Sunshine is one of the best games of all time, great music, great bosses and great gameplay Highly Recommend this game!
  55. Mirayaanali1234
    Feb 10, 2021
    10
    ssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssssss
  56. giovannimaxroma
    Jan 31, 2021
    10
    This game is a masterpiece, undoubtedly the best plat-former of all time!

    PLAY THIS GAME
  57. Takanome
    Jan 4, 2021
    9
    Verry funny and underrated Mario Game. I liked the style of the game and it was something else as the other Mario games, which is a good thing.
  58. Hravec
    Dec 28, 2020
    10
    Originally I was scared, that the game would be too hard for me, because I am not really a pro.
    But I love it, the game is fun and enjoyable because of the fact it isn't as easy as the other Mario games.
    the controls are fluid and refined, having F.L.U.D.D. is also great and the secret levels really show how the controlls are simply incredible. The graphics look OK, but you never look    Originally I was scared, that the game would be too hard for me, because I am not really a pro.
    But I love it, the game is fun and enjoyable because of the fact it isn't as easy as the other Mario games.
    the controls are fluid and refined, having F.L.U.D.D. is also great and the secret levels really show how the controlls are simply incredible.
    The graphics look OK, but you never look close enough to see that, in the cutsceens it look like a Wii U or switch game, maybe not that far but they do look really good.    … Expand
  59. ChunkDump
    Dec 22, 2020
    9
    ALMOST perfect. the only thing keeping it from gettin that 10 is those damn camera controls...iv tried fixing it but not able to. concepts of defeating bosses are a little repetitive but still keeps it fresh enough for a full play through. the different nozzles you unlock are all distinctive and equally fun in there own way. a nintendo classic.
  60. mariolanes7788
    Dec 11, 2020
    10
    Honestly, probably the best Mario game I've ever played. Simply fun and easy to play and nostalgic.
  61. HunterM145
    Dec 3, 2020
    10
    I grew up with this game back in 02’ and this just is a pure nostalgia trip. The game also still holds up really well on a CRT, the graphics are really spot on and yet still feels like a great well made game too. Highly recommend this game to the youngsters out there who want to get into the Mario games, this one really shows you what Nintendo can do.
  62. yxckson
    Dec 2, 2020
    10
    Super Mario Sunshine was the first game that I absolutely fell in love with. My dad had a Gamecube and a copy of the game and gave it to me when I was around maybe 7 years old or so, and ever since that day I can still remember how exciting was to go into Bianco Hills for the first time, how punishingly difficult it was to beat the Phantamanta, how beautiful Noki Bay was, how annoying thatSuper Mario Sunshine was the first game that I absolutely fell in love with. My dad had a Gamecube and a copy of the game and gave it to me when I was around maybe 7 years old or so, and ever since that day I can still remember how exciting was to go into Bianco Hills for the first time, how punishingly difficult it was to beat the Phantamanta, how beautiful Noki Bay was, how annoying that stupid Sandbird was, and how I always got my grandpa to do the boat part in Corona Mountain. This was my favorite game of all-time, and though not my favorite anymore, it is still by far my favorite Mario game and in my top 3 favorite games of all time. The only negative part of this game were the blue coins in my opinion. It was ridiculous how they didn't give you any idea on how to find some of the most challenging ones to find, and it took a lot of guides until I finally found them all. Now with that out of the way, I love absolutely EVERYTHING about this game. To the soundtrack that I still hum to today from time to time, to the beautiful visuals for the time that still hold up today, to the gruelling challenges that took so many of my lives, to the gameplay mechanics that I still love to this day, and even to the absurd amount of glitches that just added that much more enjoyment to the game. So, all in all, is this a biased review? Yes.… Expand
  63. obthegeek
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    FLUDD is one of the best god damn ideas in any video game. ever. whoever came up with FLUDD needs a raise.
    ofc it's a masterpiece of design and all that gubbins but idk this one's a lot more clanky and rough around the edges. far more frustrating moments than what you'll get with 64 and galaxy.
  64. Veronoobbutpro
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    this game is really amazing and fun, i love the vacation theme on this game.
  65. AbeFiletti
    Oct 25, 2020
    9
    Mario Sunshine really gets a bad wrap. In fact I love the game. There is no other way to describe it than fun. The location of a beach, and a vacation like setting is so good. Maybe it's the fact that I'm still in school and having a vacation is the best setting ever in a game when your in school. I also love FLUDD. Its such a unique item in Mario's arsenal and I love it. The level designMario Sunshine really gets a bad wrap. In fact I love the game. There is no other way to describe it than fun. The location of a beach, and a vacation like setting is so good. Maybe it's the fact that I'm still in school and having a vacation is the best setting ever in a game when your in school. I also love FLUDD. Its such a unique item in Mario's arsenal and I love it. The level design is really interesting and original. One mission your trying to ground pound these weird lip creature off a solar panel, then the next you're fighting a Manta Ray's shadow. It has some great, and iconic areas as well. Isle Delfino as a whole is so good. I love Noki Bay, and Sirena Beach so much. Especially Sirena Beach. Did I mention how addicting this game is? Well it is one of the most addicting games I have ever played. You always want to keep helping the Piantas. It is far from perfect. There are some cheap levels. But most of the cheap levels are optional like the Pachinko machine. Also the purple coins have to be annoying for completionists. But this is one of those games I could turn to any day and have so much fun. I give Mario Sunshine a 9/10.… Expand
  66. MatthewAce70
    Oct 24, 2020
    9
    Super Mario Sunshine is an exciting and fun tropical adventure that takes place on Isle Delfino. With lots of locations to explore, enemies to defeat, and secrets to uncover, there's not a dull moment. A really good follow-up to Super Mario 64 with a fresh and different skill-set for Mario for a watery experience.
    A super fun time under the sunshine!
  67. TimeJ
    Oct 19, 2020
    10
    This is one of the games I would just run around as a child. When I replayed the game in 3D All-Stars I was worried I wouldn't enjoy it as much. But this game blew my expectations out of the water. Surprisingly deep movement that's fun to simply toy around with, a detailed world that follows a universal tropical theme, and a corny story (that I admit is bad) makes this my favorite 3D Mario.
  68. piscesperiod
    Oct 13, 2020
    8
    Super Mario Sunshine is an ambitious game; Mario controls are much more fluid than it was in Super Mario 64, and as much as I hear valid complaints about the camera system, it still represents an improvement over Super Mario 64. The introduction of Fludd in the franchise was a high-stake gamble, which in my opinion paid off. Mario's movements with Fludd make traversing and exploring areasSuper Mario Sunshine is an ambitious game; Mario controls are much more fluid than it was in Super Mario 64, and as much as I hear valid complaints about the camera system, it still represents an improvement over Super Mario 64. The introduction of Fludd in the franchise was a high-stake gamble, which in my opinion paid off. Mario's movements with Fludd make traversing and exploring areas a lot of fun, it's a fresh and new way of controlling Mario. There's a wide range of different mini-games and platforming challenges, so you always want to keep going to find out what's next.

    On the flip side of the coin, the whole experience feels a bit short with only 7 areas (8 if you count Corona mountain) and 2 overworld hubs. The camera still goes all over the place at certain portions of the game and Mario's controls feel loose at unforgiving, tight sections (especially when platforming without Fludd). If you want to complete the game 100%, expect a lot of camera-driven or loose-controls-driven 'game over'.    … Expand
  69. ZeoN
    Oct 11, 2020
    8
    Apartado positivos:

    - Su apartado artístico está muy trabajado - Introducir una isla ajena al Reino Champiñón y dotarla de tanta personalidad fue muy buena idea - El "ACUAC" es una herramienta muy divertida - Aporta detalles importantes al lore general de la franquicia - Algunos de sus amplios niveles están bien diseñados - Su banda sonora no es la mejor de la franquicia pero es    Apartado positivos:

    - Su apartado artístico está muy trabajado
    - Introducir una isla ajena al Reino Champiñón y dotarla de tanta personalidad fue muy buena idea
    - El "ACUAC" es una herramienta muy divertida
    - Aporta detalles importantes al lore general de la franquicia
    - Algunos de sus amplios niveles están bien diseñados
    - Su banda sonora no es la mejor de la franquicia pero es muy buena

    Apartados negativos:

    - Las físicas del juego están mal implementadas en algunos niveles
    - Sobran elementos aleatorios como que Mario se caiga solo en niveles sin ACUAC
    - Puede llegar a ser frustrante que te introduzcan un nivel sin explicarte que hacer y esto ocurre en varios
    - Faltan jefes en diferentes zonas y varios se repiten
    - La batalla final es un poco decepcionante
    - El juego es demasiado "libre" sin seguir un hilo argumental como en otros Mario 3D. Una sucesión de niveles sin más puede ser un poco aburrido

    No es el mejor Mario de la franquicia, me parece el peor de los que he jugado de momento, pero no deja de ser muy disfrutable y tiene elementos para atraparte a pesar de su caos en los niveles y lo repetitivos que pueden llegar a ser

    Valoración:

    Apartado técnico: 79/100
    Apartado artístico: 97/100
    Jugabilidad: 87/100
    Historia/Lore: 69/100
    Banda sonora: 75/100

    8️⃣1️⃣/1️⃣0️⃣0️⃣

    En las valoraciones tengo en cuenta que es un juego de hace muchos años, si no hubiese sido mucho más duro    … Expand
  70. Icyymike16
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    I love it not really much to wait Nintendo did Alr right here they change Mario and I see why people dislike the culture change but I think it’s a great idea and Mario really had a fantastic role in this game the story with school involves more you getting friend profiles with Junior which I think is a better idea than the same old kidnapping story Where peach is unexpectedly kidnapped byI love it not really much to wait Nintendo did Alr right here they change Mario and I see why people dislike the culture change but I think it’s a great idea and Mario really had a fantastic role in this game the story with school involves more you getting friend profiles with Junior which I think is a better idea than the same old kidnapping story Where peach is unexpectedly kidnapped by Bowser and Mario just Hass to go save peach instead you have to resolve the situation and it’s way different than any other Mario and it’s a lot better This game has been heavily underrated and I believe it deserves better treatment from Mario fans… Expand
  71. TheBeast11
    Sep 29, 2020
    10
    By far the most underrated Mario of all. However, certainly one of the best. Improved gameplay compared to Super Mario 64, very good soundtrack, matches the warm, tropical climate of the game. It is a little difficult to complete 100%, but it is something fun to do. The addition of Yoshi and its different forms is really cool. That is, one of the best Super Mario games.
  72. DrClutch117
    Sep 25, 2020
    10
    I believe that this is the best Mario star collector. A lot of people have reviewed in some way, but I want to call attention to the atmosphere of the game. This game probably has the most pleasant atmosphere that I have ever come across. It really does feel like a vacation.
  73. davidESP9
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    Un juego en 3D de Mario que cada vez me gusta mas,una jugabilidad impecable con acuac una especie de propulsor que sirve para echar agua y con este aparato debemos limpiar toda la isla delfino para conseguir todos los soles y devolver la luz a la isla.Una variedad de niveles increible pese a que el juego entero se desarrolla con una tematica veraniega.Desde un hotel hasta un puerto conUn juego en 3D de Mario que cada vez me gusta mas,una jugabilidad impecable con acuac una especie de propulsor que sirve para echar agua y con este aparato debemos limpiar toda la isla delfino para conseguir todos los soles y devolver la luz a la isla.Una variedad de niveles increible pese a que el juego entero se desarrolla con una tematica veraniega.Desde un hotel hasta un puerto con barcos,por no hablar de los niveles secretos en los que debemos utilizar nuestras habilidades plataformas para completarlos.Una joyita.… Expand
  74. Alex684
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Super Mario Sunshine is my favorite game of all time so I’m a little bias but it is my favorite game for a reason with its amazing platforming and its fludd mechanic. Also another reason why this is so great is the collectibles while the blue coins are hard to find it is still enjoyable to find them and get all the sunshine’s, but even though I love fludd one of my favorite part of the game is the secret areas where you have to put your platforming skill to the test. Lastly another reason why is game is great is the graphics with the beautiful sites full of color areas and this games still look good to this day. But even thought the games graphics are still good a remaster of this game would make it so much better.… Expand
  75. Frobird
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Such a cheerful game, the platforming is all fun and novel but I keep coming back for the bright and fleshed out world.
  76. BM30
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    Super Mario Sunshine is a really great game! The story is a interesting concept (Also Mario going to jail is hilarious) and I love the new setting because Mario games usually lack in themes of location. The gameplay is so amazing and I love the use of F.L.U.D.D and the controls really improves from SM64.
  77. Chuck_Buskee
    Jun 28, 2020
    10
    Amazing game 10/10 Logan ur a great man hahahaha
  78. Sniperviper3210
    Jun 24, 2020
    10
    Super Mario Sunshine to me is a classic game for the Nintendo Gamecube. It was one of my favourite video games to play when I was younger, and was amazing when I played it again later in life. Coming back and hearing that nostalgic music and seeing those dancing piantas was an amazing feeling. Traveling to each different area feels great with their own themes. The visuals are nice andSuper Mario Sunshine to me is a classic game for the Nintendo Gamecube. It was one of my favourite video games to play when I was younger, and was amazing when I played it again later in life. Coming back and hearing that nostalgic music and seeing those dancing piantas was an amazing feeling. Traveling to each different area feels great with their own themes. The visuals are nice and collecting the shine sprites were very satisfying. Using FLUDD is always fun and helps in almost everything you do, besides the secret courses on the first go because you don't have it. I think Super Mario Sunshine is a great game and deserves to be played/tried by all Mario lovers out there.… Expand
  79. CB186
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    In MY OPINION, this is far and away the best 3D Mario game. I love difficulty in my Mario games and this one is not too easy but never annoyingly hard. A fantastic world to explore, wonderful music and a creative and unique story makes me love this Mario game even more. There's a reason its my second favourite game of all time.
  80. XxAlbertoBuzzxX
    Jun 2, 2020
    9
    Super Mario Sunshine
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  81. mugsy
    May 9, 2020
    8
    Maybe not quite as good as Galaxies or even Mario 64, but still a great game. All this sunny vacation with focus on water was very relaxing
  82. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    9
    When i have to say that it is not the best super mario in 3D perspective and still putting a 9/10 on it makes you realize the masterpieces we are talking about. Again, a great game for the GameCube and one of its best games. Fun, imaginative, creative, funny and with a soundtrack to match. An excellent game after all.
  83. Gi_otm
    Apr 12, 2020
    10
    The worlds and their designs are excellent
    And Mario has more moves than all the Mario games (except Odyssey)
    Flood (Jet-back) was an excellent addition
    I hope they will return him with Mario game in the future
    The frankness of the story, once upon a time, is focused (simple)
    They added new cut-scenes and characters
    Frankly, it was a sweet try
  84. Kacak321
    Apr 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game. A lot of fun! ............................
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  85. drlowdon
    Mar 25, 2020
    8
    Jetting of for a holiday on the tropical Isle of Delfino, Mario soon finds himself embroiled in trouble when Shadow Mario vandalizes the island with graffiti and he gets blamed for the mess.

    As the first mainline Mario title since the iconic Mario 64, Sunshine had a lot to live up to and it has often suffered from unfair comparisons. Of course, Sunshine can’t match the innovation of the    Jetting of for a holiday on the tropical Isle of Delfino, Mario soon finds himself embroiled in trouble when Shadow Mario vandalizes the island with graffiti and he gets blamed for the mess.

    As the first mainline Mario title since the iconic Mario 64, Sunshine had a lot to live up to and it has often suffered from unfair comparisons. Of course, Sunshine can’t match the innovation of the series first foray into 3d but it has plenty of new ideas of it’s own, the controls are pretty much perfect and the tropical island setting makes a nice change from the Mushroom Kingdom we’ve become so familiar with. This may often be viewed as the black sheep of the Mario family but it is still a great game in it’s own right.    … Expand
  86. Z4C18
    Feb 5, 2020
    8
    This game has a place in my heart, I love the gameplay with F.L.U.D.D, the hub world looks great for a 18 year old game.

    The platforming works really well with an array on moves and collecting the shines is good fun.

    It’s a game that deserves a sequel!
  87. mutemeister
    Dec 28, 2019
    10
    In my opinion the best Mario game. I like the FLUDD system and the setting is great. 10/10
  88. gddurruti
    Oct 25, 2019
    9
    A greastest games of Nintendo game cube, a Mario vs Mario, great graphics, stunning audio, great control and no loading times to play... Excellent!
  89. Indigo_
    Sep 27, 2019
    8
    As with all games I review, I will review this game like I played it in 2002, as well as seeing how it does next to games from the same generation. The only issue with reviewing SMS is that you can look at this game in two ways: Subjectively, and more objectively. With that being said, SMS is a 6/10. It's a buggy mess that needed more time to cook, and the story is just ludicrous. But withAs with all games I review, I will review this game like I played it in 2002, as well as seeing how it does next to games from the same generation. The only issue with reviewing SMS is that you can look at this game in two ways: Subjectively, and more objectively. With that being said, SMS is a 6/10. It's a buggy mess that needed more time to cook, and the story is just ludicrous. But with that being said, I subjectively love this game.

    Story: 6/10

    Super Mario Sunshine's story is the messiest Mario story ever told. It tries many new ideas but fails at all of them, in admittedly charming ways. The cutscenes don't look too bad for 2002 and are terribly voice-acted in the best way possible. Nobody plays Mario games for the story, but I'd rather have a ambitious story like SMS instead of a by-the-books, safe Mario story like the ones in the NSMB series.

    Level Design: 8/10

    Super Mario Sunshine has the most unique and consistent level designs in the entire franchise. All levels are based around locations on Isle Delfino, the tropical island where the game takes place. Each of the nine main locations are all based off of locations, from a volcano to an amusement park to a beach hotel to a harbor. This helps the game immerse you in its charming world, and you eventually start to forget about how you fell into the void in Pianta Village and ended up on an invisible floor at the bottom.

    Control: 10/10

    The best thing about each of the 3D Mario collect-a-thons is the movement/controls. In SMS you get F.L.U.D.D. which is a water jet pack that shall assist you on your journey. F.L.U.D.D. manages to both make the game easier, but way more fun. The hover nozzle is one of my favorite abilities in any video game as it opens up so many opportunities for moving around areas.

    Completion: 8/10

    Once again, there are 120 main collectables, no longer known as stars but known as shine sprites. Any% is definitely the best way to enjoy this game, as 100 coin missions and the Blue Coins won't be worth it for most people. Personally I think Blue Coins are okay and would be decent if you could keep track of them easier, and 100 coin missions are fun most of the time, but SM64's completion is way more fun and less monotonous.

    Speedrunning: 10/10

    Once again, speedrunning brings a new life to an old game. As someone who has dabbled a small bit in Any%, this can be a great speedgame. The community of this game goes back over a decade ago, and the level of optimization that has been done to this game is shocking to see. If you want to see why this game's community is so great, I recommend watching AverageTrey's videos on the topic if you have two hours to burn.

    Final Score: 8.4/10

    In essence, Super Mario Sunshine is although a rushed and buggy game, its charm and gameplay make up for its shortcomings and deliver an experience worth coming back to once in a while.    … Expand
  90. robertoiglesias
    Sep 1, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The Super Mario series makes another astonishing game, yet again. I enjoyed playing this so much. However, I don't like the blue coin collection problem. Still a great game though.… Expand
  91. Leo13022006
    Aug 31, 2019
    10
    I love this Game ,okay it got‘s some Problems but the setting ist so cool .who don’t wants to fly with Mario in Vacation
  92. DarrionVale
    Aug 15, 2019
    9
    My personal rating for "Super Mario Sunshine" (GC): 9/10 - Awesome
    Gameplay: 9,5
    Video: 8
    Audio: 8,5
    Scope: 8
    Balance: 9,5
    Story: 9
  93. FNaF
    Dec 10, 2018
    10
    This is GCN's best game of 2002 for the future summer, tons of levels, & unique music!
  94. JPK
    Aug 19, 2018
    9
    At This Point
    It’s Safe To Say That Mario Will Never Overstay His Welcome Because Sunshine Continues To Prove That Mario Is Special.
  95. SonicSpeedo92
    May 24, 2018
    9
    This is one of the more unique Mario games out there. While the game was limited to the vacation or beach theme (excluding Corona Mountain), Nintendo still managed to get creative with the limited resources. The true innovation to this game is the FLUDD pack. Using this, you can spray water at enemies, and hover in the air for a short time, serving as a double jump. The controls areThis is one of the more unique Mario games out there. While the game was limited to the vacation or beach theme (excluding Corona Mountain), Nintendo still managed to get creative with the limited resources. The true innovation to this game is the FLUDD pack. Using this, you can spray water at enemies, and hover in the air for a short time, serving as a double jump. The controls are perfect. They are sensitive, but they feel great once you get used to them. And the secret stages are all a blast to play. This game is definitely difficult... Sometimes for the wrong reasons. Like the secret stage where you have to use Piantas to throw you across platforms, or having to use the boat in Corona Mountain to get across. These are clunky gimmicks that didn't need to be there. Aside from that, Mario Sunshine is one of the best Mario games ever.… Expand
  96. forevernes
    May 20, 2018
    9
    Super mario sunshine 9,5..................................................
  97. ashketchum
    Mar 31, 2018
    8
    Sunshine, I feel, has some of the highest highs and lowest lows of all Super Mario games. FLUDD is a fantastic addition to Mario's moveset, allowing for one of the most enjoyable movesets in any platformer. The soundtrack is pretty great, the visuals look nice for the Gamecube, and the game, usually, is sufficiently challenging, and filled with memorable locations, like Bianco Hills andSunshine, I feel, has some of the highest highs and lowest lows of all Super Mario games. FLUDD is a fantastic addition to Mario's moveset, allowing for one of the most enjoyable movesets in any platformer. The soundtrack is pretty great, the visuals look nice for the Gamecube, and the game, usually, is sufficiently challenging, and filled with memorable locations, like Bianco Hills and Sirena Beach. The secret levels are extremely enjoyable, due to their pure platforming challenge, as well as Mario's moveset allowing for just playing through these levels to be enjoyable. Also the soundtrack to these stages is great. However, the secret levels visual design feels jarringly abstract compared to the other worlds. Yoshi sucks, King Boo sucks, Shadow Mario sections are tedious, and the final stage is tedious, as are the blue coins. However, the pros reach far higher than the lows go low, ending up in an extremely unique and enjoyable experience, unlike any other Super Mario game, as well as being simple to pick up and play at any time, due to Mario feeling great to control.… Expand
  98. Yushy
    Mar 16, 2018
    8
    - 8.5 -

    Beh, di sicurò non è un brutto gioco, anzi, è davvero niente male, livello grafico quasi odierno, ambientanzione e trama interessante, ed abbastanza differente dal resto dei videogiochi a tema super mario, ma sinceramente, è un po' meno piacevole da giocare degli altri capitoli.
  99. 1234JacobW
    Mar 7, 2018
    10
    This game is so much fun, all the worlds are fun the play through and fludd is a great idea
  100. overweightguy
    Feb 10, 2018
    9
    This was my first ever 3D Mario game, and after 16 years and 4 replays it still holds up amazingly. (The game itself, not the **** little miniDVD, haha). Despite being my least favorite of the bunch, all 3D Mario games are absolute masterpieces. The level design is brilliant, the art is beautiful, there's plenty of content, and the FLUDD is super fun. The only thing that knocks this down 1This was my first ever 3D Mario game, and after 16 years and 4 replays it still holds up amazingly. (The game itself, not the **** little miniDVD, haha). Despite being my least favorite of the bunch, all 3D Mario games are absolute masterpieces. The level design is brilliant, the art is beautiful, there's plenty of content, and the FLUDD is super fun. The only thing that knocks this down 1 point is that precisely controlling Mario in the secret levels without the FLUDD feels unpredictable and that the same piranha fight is reused many times.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

5
#5 Best GameCube Game of 2002
2
#2 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2002
2
#2 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2002

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Metascore
92

Universal acclaim - based on 61 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 60 out of 61
  2. Mixed: 1 out of 61
  3. Negative: 0 out of 61
  1. Inside Gamer Online
    76
    The FLUDD system is used throughout the game and can either be why the game is so great or why the game is so mediocre.
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  2. GameCritics
    60
    To say that the camera in this game is atrocious is like saying being kicked in the teeth kinda hurts-it gives the person an idea about how bad it is, but it doesn't even begin to describe the agony in detail.
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  3. GamePro
    100
    A masterpiece of superior game design, infinite gameplay variety, creativity, and life-and it's got a water cannon…and a damn brilliant one at that.
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