Super Mario Run

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6.2

Mixed or average reviews- based on 333 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 165 out of 333
  2. Mixed: 61 out of 333
  3. Negative: 107 out of 333
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  1. kedireturns
    Jul 6, 2023
    10
    Absolutely loved this! Nostalgia in my veins xD

    Also, damn Super Mario Run game looked SO GOOD on HD on iPhone. We are truly missing out on High quality graphics and resolution in Nintendo games on Nintendo Switch. Hoping Switch 2 will finally get the graphics update! cos from a technical pov I never played a Mario game in such crystal clear HD quality, graphics and presentation with    Absolutely loved this! Nostalgia in my veins xD

    Also, damn Super Mario Run game looked SO GOOD on HD on iPhone. We are truly missing out on High quality graphics and resolution in Nintendo games on Nintendo Switch.

    Hoping Switch 2 will finally get the graphics update! cos from a technical pov I never played a Mario game in such crystal clear HD quality, graphics and presentation with high quality audio like I did on on an iPhone, which is crazy lol

    Special shoutout to Nintendo for essentially giving away 90% of the world stages for free daily when Mario movie released, through which I realised this game is worth the price! Well worth the price for Mario fans!

    Now to continue playing the never ending remix 10, toad rally etc modes which i’ve been playing for a long time :D    … Expand
  2. Arey100
    Jun 16, 2023
    5
    As basic and bare-bones you can get with a Mario game. It's only okay, and not at all worth 10 dollars.
  3. Kdog152
    Dec 5, 2022
    1
    I usually can rely on Nintendo to give us a good game, but mobile games obviously aren't their forte, because this game is awful. I mean you get 4 levels for free and then the rest you have to pay ridiculous amounts for and there aren't that many levels to begin with. Just another example of Nintendo's greed and in the past decade, laziness. And as usual with Mario games, the levels areI usually can rely on Nintendo to give us a good game, but mobile games obviously aren't their forte, because this game is awful. I mean you get 4 levels for free and then the rest you have to pay ridiculous amounts for and there aren't that many levels to begin with. Just another example of Nintendo's greed and in the past decade, laziness. And as usual with Mario games, the levels are too easy. The game controls fine and can be fun on odd occasions but is slow. I'd rather play sonic runners quite frankly. Better luck next time Nintendo. It's just good that the game is free on Android. (Cough, cough... bc android is better :) )… Expand
  4. DolphinReviews
    Jul 21, 2022
    0
    Mario at it’s most basic form. If this was free it would be a 4 but 10$! Crazy!
  5. tipp
    Dec 12, 2021
    8
    I'm giving this an 8/10 because it is satisfying, and a fun experience and with tons of mini games. It's very awesome, with many challenges to overcome and bonuses. Coins actually matter! "But why only 8/10 and not 10/10?" The difficulty is too crammed up. Like for the first 8/10, its really easy but the last fifth, is extremely hard. Why can't it go like it slowly gets harder insteadI'm giving this an 8/10 because it is satisfying, and a fun experience and with tons of mini games. It's very awesome, with many challenges to overcome and bonuses. Coins actually matter! "But why only 8/10 and not 10/10?" The difficulty is too crammed up. Like for the first 8/10, its really easy but the last fifth, is extremely hard. Why can't it go like it slowly gets harder instead cramming it up? Like I said, its still a pretty fun game, just more crammed then I expected.… Expand
  6. Adasc2906
    Dec 8, 2021
    6
    I remember playing this back in 2016 and actually paying 10$ for it (why did i did this idk). It is a really well made game but the problem is that it's kinda dead right now.
  7. OldschoolNES
    Nov 19, 2021
    10
    I'm 35, have been playing Mario games since I was a kid, I'd have to say this is one of my favorite Super Mario game ever. I think it's a fresh spin on the Mario series, and plays very well on my iPad. My only beef is the game should focus more on the Toad Rally (which is what makes the game very replayable., and have leaderboards, competitions, Etc.
  8. AJCk19
    Jul 21, 2021
    1
    I feel a zero is too harsh. But a One, is right up this games alley. Why play Super Mario Run, when you can play any other Mario Classic game? I just completely disagree with Run's game design compared to other Mario games because it felts like a step back. Didn't have fun at all.

    PS: Even giving us nintendo rewards can't redeem this game.
  9. Digibutter64
    Oct 12, 2020
    8
    This is how mobile games should be; simple, clean fun devoid of scummy things like microtransactions and loot boxes. 2D Mario translates surprisingly well to a mobile device, and the full game is worth the asking price (though the main story is a bit short).
  10. eeveegms
    Aug 7, 2020
    7
    It is a nice game to play if you are waiting for the bus or if you are bored somewere out of your house.
  11. livelovelaugh22
    Apr 18, 2020
    9
    Great Mario game for handheld devices, and a steal for 10 bucks. It is so worth it. It is similar to a New Super Mario Bros game, but with more content and is on a portable android, phone, or tablet. The lack of controls is sad, but the game is still fairly hard with perfectly timed jumps. I would see myself paying 20 bucks for this on the switch, or maybe 30. Quality game, and you canGreat Mario game for handheld devices, and a steal for 10 bucks. It is so worth it. It is similar to a New Super Mario Bros game, but with more content and is on a portable android, phone, or tablet. The lack of controls is sad, but the game is still fairly hard with perfectly timed jumps. I would see myself paying 20 bucks for this on the switch, or maybe 30. Quality game, and you can stretch 10 bucks far on this one.… Expand
  12. crotch
    Mar 7, 2020
    8
    The purpose of this game is to allow people to enjoy a side-scrolling Mario platformer using a single finger (the thumb). This game succeeds at that. This game is not revolutionary, but it’s a good value for 10 bucks.
  13. Bitbat
    Aug 3, 2019
    2
    I don't consider this a true mario game at all. Although this game can be played with one hand (which is great for gamers with disabilities) , it only lets you unlock the first 3 levels and the rest are behind a paywall. The game is repetitive and boring, and is quite disappointing. Whatever you do, do not download this game. Also, if you don't have internet you cannot play. This is aI don't consider this a true mario game at all. Although this game can be played with one hand (which is great for gamers with disabilities) , it only lets you unlock the first 3 levels and the rest are behind a paywall. The game is repetitive and boring, and is quite disappointing. Whatever you do, do not download this game. Also, if you don't have internet you cannot play. This is a huge problem considering most of the players are going to be playing it on a bus ride or a road trip as a quick game.

    I now understand why it was a huge failure.    … Expand
  14. wariothelegend
    Aug 2, 2018
    10
    "What, a Mario Running Game? Pretty unoriginal..." is what most people have said at first, but there's much more to it than that. Mario not only saves the Princess but also helps rebuild the Mushroom Kingdom.

    The story as standard as can be. It's a Mario game, don't expect much. But the gameplay is absolutely solid and fun to play. Mario takes on more of a parkour move-set and does    "What, a Mario Running Game? Pretty unoriginal..." is what most people have said at first, but there's much more to it than that. Mario not only saves the Princess but also helps rebuild the Mushroom Kingdom.

    The story as standard as can be. It's a Mario game, don't expect much. But the gameplay is absolutely solid and fun to play. Mario takes on more of a parkour move-set and does loads of tricks when you tap on the screen. And he's not the only one. Luigi, Yoshi and more characters join Mario's running adventure, each with their own unique specialty. Unfortunately, playing the main mode doesn't last long, as it is super easy to beat. I beat it in less than an hour. But what keeps you going for the Main Mode is the Building Mode.

    Building Mode allows you to customize the Mushroom kingdom (so long as you have coins to afford houses, statues, etc.) and Nintendo is always adding new stuff to put in your kingdom every month.

    Toad Rally is where you run an appeal to the crowd of Toads to come into your kingdom. Again, lots of fun but really difficult.

    Then there's my favorite part: Remix 10. Remix 10 is where you play random courses endlessly, and constantly earning prizes and items to build your kingdom. Not to mention, you can listen to your own music while playing this mode, which is amazing.

    The only real downfall of this game is you have to cough up 10 bucks to purchase the game. But, for me at least, was definitely worth it. "Super Mario Run" is awesome!    … Expand
  15. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    4
    Fun for a while, but it felt incredibly repetitive for a while. Plus the $10 price tag is way too expensive.
  16. loricritic845
    Apr 13, 2018
    10
    This game is the reason I bought an Iphone 6 S. I finally got what I wanted. Mario on phone with no emulator. This game has great graphics, awesome music and responsive controls. Nintendo did an awesome job on this.
  17. GlennGlenny
    Apr 3, 2018
    6
    I don't play a lot of mobile games as I've always had a handheld console to use since GBA and as a product of my time I have always preferred sticks and buttons to touchscreens. This being a Nintendo offering was always going to draw me in and eventually I plumped for the full game. Its basic by design and never tried to suggest otherwise just good old running and jumping. Once I got theI don't play a lot of mobile games as I've always had a handheld console to use since GBA and as a product of my time I have always preferred sticks and buttons to touchscreens. This being a Nintendo offering was always going to draw me in and eventually I plumped for the full game. Its basic by design and never tried to suggest otherwise just good old running and jumping. Once I got the hang of it I enjoyed my play through and the last 2 levels for me were the best of them. I'm sure I'll be going back to mop up some of those missed coins but will give the kingdom builder a miss. My 60% score is against full scale console games. Its not Odyssey but it's the best Mario Mobile phone game I've played! Would have got an 80% or 90% in that regard… Expand
  18. RatedRForReview
    Feb 25, 2018
    1
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nintendo's Choice Of Putting A Mario Game On IOS Was Very Terrible. It Hooks You On Thinking It's Free, But It's Just 3 Levels And Races After, The Game Is Really Short And EVEN SHORTER If You Don't Wanna Spend Money. The Fact That All You Need To Is Tap Is Really, Really Boring! That's It, Tap, And Guess! Not Much Of A Game If That's All You Do, I'm Just WISHING There Was More! Nothing Happened! This Deserves My Rating, Not Best, Not Buy, Not Bad, BUT BARTER. You Can Even Find Better Stuff Than This! Who Wants To Waste 10 Dollars On Just Tapping For 20 Minutes?… Expand
  19. RamboTorpedo
    Dec 4, 2017
    7
    The game catches the Mario feel pretty well. But the game is a bit too casual for my taste. Not regretting that of my purchases but I quess I just am not that interested in endless runners.
  20. Andsernz
    Nov 29, 2017
    10
    Es un juego de Mario para el móvil, ¡Y funciona bien! Por 10 euros puedes jugar a un juego 2D moderno de Mario completo. El publico no esta acostumbrado a pagar estas cantidades por juegos en los móviles. Si el juego es de este nivel de calidad y tu móvil lo suficientemente potente no dudes en comprarlo.
  21. Untitled94
    Nov 6, 2017
    5
    The fact that you have to pay $9.99 for the full game is so a big part of what killed this game for me. It's also just not a very fun Endless Runner. This game feels like it should be a regular Mario game, like New Super Mario Bros, but it just doesn't work as an ER. I think I'll just stick to Sonic Dash.
  22. joacoandresen
    Nov 6, 2017
    8
    Once the hype died, I found a good but short mobile game. If we were to compare this game with other mobile games it would be a 10 but since I hate mobile games I'll give it an 8. Super Mario Run damages the excelent record of amazing Mario games on good consoles, a phone is not a good console.
  23. Diegops01
    Oct 25, 2017
    8
    The gameplay is very simple, but it works very well and is pretty fun, and it has challenges for the bests players. The graphics are amazing, they're just like the new super Mario bros. The world mode has few levels, the coin run is cool, but the kingdom builder mode is limited. In general, Mario run is one of the best plataformers apps for mobile devices, but it's very expensive.
  24. Ziggy93
    Sep 25, 2017
    9
    This game had great style, music and gameplay. Good level design and nice additional features like the kingdom designing.
    It’s a very creative game made by Nintendo.
    Some features like live local races would have been fun to play with friends and would have been better with an endless mode. But it’s still great. Despite what people say about it being expensive, that doesn’t detract    This game had great style, music and gameplay. Good level design and nice additional features like the kingdom designing.
    It’s a very creative game made by Nintendo.

    Some features like live local races would have been fun to play with friends and would have been better with an endless mode. But it’s still great.

    Despite what people say about it being expensive, that doesn’t detract from it being a bad game or having a bad review. Plus Games don’t cost nothing to make, and free to play games are terrible with the pricing model.    … Expand
  25. TheCatalyst
    Sep 13, 2017
    5
    Relatively fun for this type of game, held my interest for a while. The better levels are the "green levels" they seem to be designed with more fun in mind. Some of the other challenging levels are just kind of blah to me. Didn't care much to try the other features of building the mushroom kingdom and such.
  26. VozAlta
    May 17, 2017
    8
    Ok, so this is a mixed opinion (although positive) based on a five-year old and a Nintendo-veteran:s experience. i got this for my tablet, because my daughter uses that, and I'm trying to 'school her' properly by luring her into games which I see appropriate. It doesn't always work like I imagine though.

    In short, i think it's a great adaptation for 'newcomers' to experience some    Ok, so this is a mixed opinion (although positive) based on a five-year old and a Nintendo-veteran:s experience. i got this for my tablet, because my daughter uses that, and I'm trying to 'school her' properly by luring her into games which I see appropriate. It doesn't always work like I imagine though.

    In short, i think it's a great adaptation for 'newcomers' to experience some classic Mario platforming on a phone or a tablet. I'm (the veteran) not that fond of the idea that Mario keeps running like a madman and all you could do to control him is to ... well, jump? But it works! It actually works pretty good and even for a classically trained Mario-player it's still enjoyable.
    Even more so for a five-year old who keeps tapping the screen frequently and still manages to get Mario to jump the flag. She's experiencing a feel of accomplishment. And that's really what Nintendo was all about. She like the "mushrooms, coins and princesses" and other stuff that she honestly just made up from pure imagination. You'll download the game for free as a 'try-out' and then you'll unlock the game from in game paying for it if you deem it worth it. It's a no-brainer, just download and see for yourself.    … Expand
  27. Xxdaniels751xX
    May 13, 2017
    4
    I've been testing the trial version, and I certainly do not see that magic that I should throw off anywhere. Very simple, you just have to touch any button. The only fun is to take the colored coins, which do not have much difficulty. If you think I'm going to pay almost 10 bucks more micropayments, you're an ****
  28. Eder123
    Apr 20, 2017
    8
    Me encanta, muy entretenido, una nueva manera de manejar a mario y acorde a los juegos de movil, gracias nintendo por hacer un juego tan bueno, que no borrare de mi teléfono como con el pokemon go.
  29. spongeswift
    Apr 10, 2017
    6
    I made a review on this game recently but I have changed my mind. Yes this may not be a masterpiece in anyway shape or form but for a mobile title it's not THAT bad. With 3 modes it is worth the 10 bucks but I don't believe that it should have costed 10 dollars. I think the campaign mode could have been 5 bucks and the two other modes could be packaged together for another 5 dollars soI made a review on this game recently but I have changed my mind. Yes this may not be a masterpiece in anyway shape or form but for a mobile title it's not THAT bad. With 3 modes it is worth the 10 bucks but I don't believe that it should have costed 10 dollars. I think the campaign mode could have been 5 bucks and the two other modes could be packaged together for another 5 dollars so people that wanted to do one or the other didn't have to pay for something they didn't want. But with semi good and fun mechanics this game is alright but if you aren't a platformer fan you most likely won't like this title.… Expand
  30. weskergamer
    Apr 8, 2017
    4
    No es q el juego sea malo sino q si eres un tipo pobre q solo quiere jugar a Mario pues entonces te vas decepcionar mucho. Le doy 4 sobre 10 porq simplemente no tenia dinero ni iba a gastar mi dinero en 20 niveles de un juego.
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#100 Best iOS Game of 2016
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#3 Most Discussed iOS Game of 2016
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#3 Most Shared iOS Game of 2016

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 59 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 41 out of 59
  2. Mixed: 17 out of 59
  3. Negative: 1 out of 59
  1. Vooks
    Apr 8, 2017
    80
    Super Mario Run is a Mario game on your phone, get over it already. Because if you don't you're missing out on a great Mario experience. Like any other Mario game, practise and precision is key; just because you use one hand to play it doesn't make it any less skillful. The game feels like a Mario game but at the same time it also feels like a more modern title on a phone. World Tour rewards you for grinding and Toad Rally is the pay off, Nintendo's managed to make the entire game balanced no matter how you like to play. Nothing takes longer than it has to, it's a game on your phone and Nintendo's fully managed that. Super Mario Run is addictive, charming and fun and well worth the full price. You like fun right?
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  2. Games Master UK
    Feb 18, 2017
    77
    An accomplished transition to mobile that should appeal to novices and mario veterans alike. [Feb 2017, p.74]
  3. Edge Magazine
    Feb 15, 2017
    70
    It's not quite vintage Mario, but this long-awaited mobile debut demonstrates an ingenuity and a keen appreciation of format that is quintessentially Nintendo. [Feb 2017, p.123]
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