Super Mario 64

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  1. RolandJ.
    Feb 5, 2006
    10
    If you want to play the very best 3D platform game that has been made, play Mario 64. This is the flagship title for the console at the peak of console gaming. It is not just a superb game; it's a piece of history. If you want to know about videogames, you must play this game. Console gaming grew up around platformers and this is the only thing resembling a blueprint for platforming If you want to play the very best 3D platform game that has been made, play Mario 64. This is the flagship title for the console at the peak of console gaming. It is not just a superb game; it's a piece of history. If you want to know about videogames, you must play this game. Console gaming grew up around platformers and this is the only thing resembling a blueprint for platforming in the 3D era. You don't know where videogames have got to unless you play this.… Expand
  2. Descole
    Apr 6, 2020
    10
    This game is perfect. Everything in it is just perfect. Who hasn't played it missed one of the most revolutionary games ever
  3. AbeFiletti
    Nov 20, 2020
    9
    Super Mario 64 is still one of the best Mario games ever. This 3D platformer is over 20 years old and it holds up remarkably well. The controls(while on a bad controller) are fluid and control very well. Also some of the levels in this game are super iconic. I mean who doesn't love Bomb Om Battlefield, Whomp's Fortress, Lethal Lava Land, Shifting Sand Land, Tall Tall Mountain, Tiny hugeSuper Mario 64 is still one of the best Mario games ever. This 3D platformer is over 20 years old and it holds up remarkably well. The controls(while on a bad controller) are fluid and control very well. Also some of the levels in this game are super iconic. I mean who doesn't love Bomb Om Battlefield, Whomp's Fortress, Lethal Lava Land, Shifting Sand Land, Tall Tall Mountain, Tiny huge world, and I could keep going. This game pretty much reinvented platformers and it turned out so well. It is also super satisfying. You can't tell me it didn't feel good to finally grab that star. But just like Ocarina of Time, even though you're revolutionary, it doesn't mean you won't have faults. For example while I named so many iconic levels there are also some bland and forgettable ones as well. Dire Dire Docks, Wet Dry World, and Hazy Mazy Cave being the worst. These all just felt forgettable and I didn't care to get the stars in them. Other than that, this game is a masterpiece. I give Mario 64 a 9.5/10, and I would put it on the S tier. Even though Ocarina of Time is great as of 10/23/20 Mario 64 is my favorite N64 game.… Expand
  4. Focaccia
    Feb 14, 2017
    10
    Mario 64 has aged incredibly well. This game revolutionised gaming: the first Mario 3d platformer. And what a good game it was! I really enjoyed getting all 120 stars (twice because I loved the game so much). Despite the n64's controller (remember it?) The controls were actually good, and the different levels are varied have just the right difficulty. Although I prefer Super Mario GalaxyMario 64 has aged incredibly well. This game revolutionised gaming: the first Mario 3d platformer. And what a good game it was! I really enjoyed getting all 120 stars (twice because I loved the game so much). Despite the n64's controller (remember it?) The controls were actually good, and the different levels are varied have just the right difficulty. Although I prefer Super Mario Galaxy (which I have finished 4 times...) this game is the best n64 game and an incredible Mario game.… Expand
  5. ItsDaDoc
    Dec 6, 2020
    10
    The superstar 3D mario game is something that will be stuck in your head. Stars to collect are challenging and rewarding, and the courses are all memorable. You can beat the game without going through much griding and frustration, but 100% is challenging, and takes some time to complete.
  6. Pixarlover
    Oct 17, 2012
    10
    Forget the game being called "one of the best games ever made"; this is probably THE best game ever made. Super Mario 64 has aged so well it's almost surreal. Well Nintendo knows how to deliver the goods for their devoted fans.

    I've kept playing this game ever since I was about five or something. It is still so much fun to play and enjoy. This is what video games should be, although I    Forget the game being called "one of the best games ever made"; this is probably THE best game ever made. Super Mario 64 has aged so well it's almost surreal. Well Nintendo knows how to deliver the goods for their devoted fans.

    I've kept playing this game ever since I was about five or something. It is still so much fun to play and enjoy. This is what video games should be, although I do forgive some FPSs/other shooters if they have strong stories and entertainment value.

    In terms of pure fun and joy, Super Mario 64 is the best game ever made. Well done Nintendo for making the perfect game, and for letting Mario have Super Mario Galaxy 1 and 2 as the equally perfect sequels to this groundbreaking game.    … Expand
  7. zeta204
    Aug 16, 2012
    10
    No game collection is complete without Super Mario 64, one of the defining games of the entire genre and a benchmark for all future game. Super Mario 64 was done right, especially considering the fact that the N64 had very limited memory, this game was pretty big and impressive.
  8. chronoT
    Sep 5, 2012
    10
    I will always remember where I was when I first saw Mario 64 a few days after it came out. It was one of the most amazing sites I'd ever seen. I had to wait months to get it myself for Christmas, but it was well worth the wait! Mario 64 was the most innovative video game at its' birth, bringing gamers into a magical 3D world. The graphics at the time were the best we'd ever seen and evenI will always remember where I was when I first saw Mario 64 a few days after it came out. It was one of the most amazing sites I'd ever seen. I had to wait months to get it myself for Christmas, but it was well worth the wait! Mario 64 was the most innovative video game at its' birth, bringing gamers into a magical 3D world. The graphics at the time were the best we'd ever seen and even makes for a fun adventure to this day. Every aspect of this game is perfect for what it is, a Mario game. No matter which painting you take the leep into, the world is amazing, filled with awesome puzzles, and challenges you to the core. Collecting all 120 stars was a REAL feat and rewarding as well. This game brings back memories of a time when life was so much simpler.… Expand
  9. TehBwitzie
    Feb 8, 2014
    9
    A truly great game with amazing aspects. It's quite a blast to play through fully, although the experience is a bit overrated by fans of the game back in the day.
  10. nando_u
    Nov 6, 2017
    10
    Super Mario sempre se supera em todas as gerações, a Nintendo tem um carinho e um cuidado com os jogos dele que são incríveis, o 3D World continua com exploração em mundos belíssimos em 3D e quebra cabeças de tirar o folego de tão criativos. Os mundos, planetas, cometas, estrelas, tudo é tão bem feito, harmonioso que temos vontade de não parar de jogar de tão lindos que são feitos osSuper Mario sempre se supera em todas as gerações, a Nintendo tem um carinho e um cuidado com os jogos dele que são incríveis, o 3D World continua com exploração em mundos belíssimos em 3D e quebra cabeças de tirar o folego de tão criativos. Os mundos, planetas, cometas, estrelas, tudo é tão bem feito, harmonioso que temos vontade de não parar de jogar de tão lindos que são feitos os mundos. Uma obra de arte incrível!… Expand
  11. GamecubeLover
    Jul 3, 2016
    10
    My 2nd favorite Mario game is this one. The controls feels so free. Not in the bad way. The levels are awesome and the bosses are too. This has to be the 3rd best nintendo 64 game. I recommend everyone play it. It's 100% awesome!
  12. PyroFierceDeity
    Dec 1, 2020
    10
    Do I really have to explain why this game is a masterpiece? Emulate it, pirate it on wii u, whatever, just stop reading reviews and go play this masterpiece.
  13. Leontorres7
    Nov 15, 2018
    10
    A Masterpiece, loved everything about this game, it is definitely a must play!
  14. W-Lights
    Nov 24, 2018
    10
    First game I ever played, usually I'd stay away from reviewing it due my nostalgia but I replayed it to the end and must say it holds up for a reason other than rose tinted glasses:
    pros:
    -all the worlds, all the enemies, all the bosses -mario mobility -the castle base world and how you can look for secrets to find more in there -the challenge factor cons: -redoing the same level    First game I ever played, usually I'd stay away from reviewing it due my nostalgia but I replayed it to the end and must say it holds up for a reason other than rose tinted glasses:
    pros:
    -all the worlds, all the enemies, all the bosses
    -mario mobility
    -the castle base world and how you can look for secrets to find more in there
    -the challenge factor
    cons:
    -redoing the same level over and over to get stars again may get tiresome
    -getting thrown back all the way when dying is very tiresome
    -the hats take too long to be unlocked, taking some of the fun they have as power-ups    … Expand
  15. Vexyy
    Nov 27, 2018
    8
    UHUUU !!
    It's Mario being successful!
    What a game delight, huh?
    I love 64, just as I love your biggest game ...
  16. Robbinsfam
    Jul 22, 2020
    9
    Just play it, it is of the utmost quality. Very possibly the best game that nintendo has ever released.
  17. Bcap1415
    Mar 1, 2020
    9
    If not for the camera, this would be a ten. At the time it came out I got frustrated with the camera and the fact that you basically had to guess what you had to do to get the stars. The name of the star before the level started would give a clue but not a great one. I would have also liked to be able to get Yoshi without having to get all the stars. Other than that, the game ages well andIf not for the camera, this would be a ten. At the time it came out I got frustrated with the camera and the fact that you basically had to guess what you had to do to get the stars. The name of the star before the level started would give a clue but not a great one. I would have also liked to be able to get Yoshi without having to get all the stars. Other than that, the game ages well and is still a great game to play nearly 25 years later… Expand
  18. Pardoow
    Feb 10, 2021
    10
    I played this for the 2020 switch version, and at first glance, it just felt weird because I had played Odyssey beforehand and basically it looked like it was gonna feel “dated”. But it is mesmerising how well it stands after more than 20 years. The music is great and the level design is clever and interesting. Absolute classic
  19. bigchocolate69
    Jun 28, 2022
    10
    Amazing 3D platforming and soundtrack make Mario 64 one of the greatest video games of its time!
  20. Takanome
    Jan 4, 2021
    6
    The Game was just a pain in the ass, the Control and the Camera were terrible and the graphics are also bad and even the 2D Mario’s look and feal much better.
  21. JamesDrawsThngs
    Jul 30, 2020
    9
    The grand daddy of all 3D Platformers. The OG. One of the most revolutionary games ever created. A true trend-setter. Super Mario 64 is unquestionably worthy of respect and admiration for how much it moved the industry forward and for just being a kick a** game. Close to 25 years after its initial release, SM64's DNA is still felt within modern day platformers. However, 25 years is enoughThe grand daddy of all 3D Platformers. The OG. One of the most revolutionary games ever created. A true trend-setter. Super Mario 64 is unquestionably worthy of respect and admiration for how much it moved the industry forward and for just being a kick a** game. Close to 25 years after its initial release, SM64's DNA is still felt within modern day platformers. However, 25 years is enough time for other games to come along, refine its formula and in some ways even surpass it. SM64 may be the king, but it's not immune to criticism. More and more of its age has shown itself over time, but that doesn't mean its not still worth experiencing.

    Most of SM64's age come from its overall design. Obviously, the game visually could be considered ugly, but really it's unfair to compare the game to standards set even a console generation after this so it's a moot point to make. Besides, I still really dig the blocky, simplistic style this game goes for. It's what helps add a lot to this game's charm and memorable presentation. When it comes to design, I'm not talking simply about the general design of the courses themselves, but rather the game's structure. The general goal is to collect power stars in each stage. Upon collecting one, you are immediately booted from the level and you'll have to start back at the beginning to start the next task. In more open-ended stages like Bob-Omb Battlefield, Shifting Sand Land or Dire, Dire Docks this isn't an issue. It's when you get to more linear stages like Womp's Fortress, Tick Tock Clock and Tall, Tall Mountain where this starts to become more of an issue and a majority of the missions simply require to climb to the top at a certain point and collect the star. It can feel tedious having to climb all the way back just to go a little further, finish the mission and repeat the process. Thankfully, a majority of the levels do not follow this philosophy so this is not at all a game-breaker. However, the one consistent problem that every stage has is the 100 coin star missions. Early in the game, it's not that big of a deal, but once you start reaching higher floors in the castle it can become an absolute chore as coins become more and more spread out, and you struggle to find those last handful that you need. God forbid you get that last coin in a spot that is either dangerous or damn near impossible to reach.

    General controls have also started to show their age, particularly with the camera. For a first crack at it, they did a darn good job. Unfortunately, there will be times where the camera either doesn't give you a proper view of your surroundings or gets stuck in a position to where you can't turn it around any further to try and improve your view.

    That's really about it as far as personal gripes, because for everything wrong with this game, everything else more than makes up for it. For starters, Mario is an absolute dream to control. He's got such an incredible amount of moves at your disposal for you to take full advantage of and to finish missions in a multitude of ways. There few things as satisfying in life as getting good at playing this game. While I may have an issue with the general mission structure, SM64 gives players an insane amount of wiggle room when it comes to unlocking new areas of the castle. Every star in the game is of equal value. As long as you collect enough to reach new areas, you grab whichever ones you feel like getting. You can avoid entire levels you don't like this way if you're thorough. Personally, SM64 just isn't the same unless I collect everything, but I'm glad that Nintendo gives you the option regardless. You'll also find scattered about a few power ups that, while situational, are enjoyable to use. I also love most of the levels themselves. Many are the standard Mario flare, but obviously they would want to keep things a little safe to ease people into it. They are simply fun to explore about, and a majority of the star collecting is very satisfying. This game also houses some of the most memorable and fun secrets in gaming, some you'll discover on you own while others take a bit of know-how.

    If for whatever reason you have yet to experience SM64, it is a definite must. Make no mistake, it's aged a fair bit, and there are just some things that are hard to forgive when you've played other games similar to this that came afterwards and refined it, but really there's a charm to this game that can never be matched.    … Expand
  22. Graymann
    Aug 19, 2020
    7
    It's kind of annoying to control, but I kind of enjoy some of the quests and levels.
  23. BellamySacir
    Nov 8, 2020
    7
    Played it as a child and replayed it when I was older, never completed it though because it just wasn't really my cup of tea, there are a lot of other Jump'n Runs I prefer!
  24. Veronoobbutpro
    Nov 19, 2020
    10
    The first 3d mario game, the OG one, the most nostalgic and without this game there will be no sunshine, galaxy, 3d land, 3d world, and odyssey. and one of the best 3d mario game.
  25. SupraMayro
    Dec 3, 2020
    10
    Not exaggerating when I say it's my favorite game of all time, it literally is. Nothing about this game has aged poorly, it's still insanely fun and just a joy to just plug in and 100% over and over again, I know I have. It's not even a nostalgia thing either, I wasn't even born in the 90's. People give the camera a lot of **** but I personally havent had many problems with it, you justNot exaggerating when I say it's my favorite game of all time, it literally is. Nothing about this game has aged poorly, it's still insanely fun and just a joy to just plug in and 100% over and over again, I know I have. It's not even a nostalgia thing either, I wasn't even born in the 90's. People give the camera a lot of **** but I personally havent had many problems with it, you just gotta get used to it. Not to mention its the first of its kind so they did the best they could have possibly done. If you haven't played this, what are you doing with your life?… Expand
  26. natesacid
    Dec 19, 2020
    10
    Better than sex and Persona 5, but it’s not saying much that it’s better than Persona 5. WAHOOO
  27. Datonemarioguy
    Jan 25, 2021
    10
    Mario 64 introduced how 3d games are supposed to be, open space, moving anywhere like northwest, southeast or northsouth westeast, and how to make a simple thing like collecting stars so much fun. The controls are very revolutionary at the time because no other games let u go at z axis other than mario 64 (this was before ocorina of time, goldeneye, and banjo and kazooie). Before odyssey,Mario 64 introduced how 3d games are supposed to be, open space, moving anywhere like northwest, southeast or northsouth westeast, and how to make a simple thing like collecting stars so much fun. The controls are very revolutionary at the time because no other games let u go at z axis other than mario 64 (this was before ocorina of time, goldeneye, and banjo and kazooie). Before odyssey, Mario 64 was my favorite game because of how well mario controls, Mario's movesets, the settings, music, and peach's castle. I enjoyed playing 64 this was such a fun game to play because of how mario controls even tho he's kinda slippery most of the times, the paintings in peach's castle, the music, the wing cap which is my favorite, the metal cap, and the insvisibilty cap. One huge thing that's keeping this game alive is the speed running community. Oh my god there are so many speedrunners playing this game just because they wanted to beat it in under an hour or so but the way they do it is absolutely nuts, theres the blj, the wallglitches and so much more idk them yet but everytime I see a speedrunner playing 64 all I can do is just smile how one of my favorite games is getting this much attention despite how old it is. Honestly I'm convinced that this is the best speedrunner game ever made (also minecraft).… Expand
  28. ElRagnarLocro
    Mar 30, 2022
    7
    No tuve el placer de jugarlo en su momento, y lo hice más de grande, y por eso mi opinión puede ser un poco contraria a la aclamación que este juego recibe. Para los estándares de esta generación (y de las anteriores) la jugabilidad de Mario 64 se queda muy por detrás. El movimiento es impreciso, tosco, y la cámara bastante mala, Aún así, la música y los niveles están más que a la altura yNo tuve el placer de jugarlo en su momento, y lo hice más de grande, y por eso mi opinión puede ser un poco contraria a la aclamación que este juego recibe. Para los estándares de esta generación (y de las anteriores) la jugabilidad de Mario 64 se queda muy por detrás. El movimiento es impreciso, tosco, y la cámara bastante mala, Aún así, la música y los niveles están más que a la altura y no tengo dudas que marcaron un antes y un después para el género.
    Nota Final: 7    … Expand
  29. Kiko991
    Mar 20, 2023
    0
    One of greatest games that came out on n64 of 3d tech

    nothing more to say about Mario we all love
  30. wesker3407
    Sep 5, 2022
    10
    A game that defines the word classic, tight and responsive controls great level design. Don't forget the dedicated speed running community behind this game.
  31. RANDOMJUKE
    Jan 4, 2023
    10
    This is an absolute must-play that defines whether or not a reviewer can be trusted. The movement takes center-stage yet the levels remain masterfully innovative and filled with secrets. The game perfectly balances complexity with accessibility. There’s so much charm and passion crammed into this ancient cartridge that I can’t help but wonder how they managed it. It felt like I was notThis is an absolute must-play that defines whether or not a reviewer can be trusted. The movement takes center-stage yet the levels remain masterfully innovative and filled with secrets. The game perfectly balances complexity with accessibility. There’s so much charm and passion crammed into this ancient cartridge that I can’t help but wonder how they managed it. It felt like I was not only playing a game but experiencing a piece of history. There are definitely a lot of things (the camera, the water physics, platforms that are too small, etc.) that prevent 64 from holding up today but that doesn’t stop it from being a legendary masterpiece that set the standard for 3D platformers and all Mario games to come.… Expand
  32. Botato
    Mar 30, 2023
    1
    Status Update: an italian man and three little boys with mushroom hats invaded my castle and i was kidnapped by a turtle who brought me through a painting. please help
  33. Shinglinhg
    May 17, 2023
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played in my life, each of the levels is incredible and memorable, the soundtrack is impeccable, and the game is a lot of fun.
  34. Shane95
    Jan 2, 2010
    9
    I like this game a lot, the graphics are good, for N64, the gameplay is awesome, and the story, to the people who give 0s and 5s, The Story has been the same for 20 years, also the camera angle is good, N64 fans and Mario fans, and others should play this game, or you fail. By the way, anyone who gives this game 0s to 5s are not gamers, i'm sorry but thats what it makes you: Not Gamers
  35. SwitSwat
    Sep 2, 2012
    9
    One of the best 3D platformers that have ever existed. Super Mario 64 stays true to the Mario series by giving you the usual objective of rescuing Princess Toadstool/Peach. But, this game, is very unique compared to other Mario games. First released in 1996, it was immediately a huge success! And It's no wonder. As it includes, 15 amazing levels with 120 different objectives to collect allOne of the best 3D platformers that have ever existed. Super Mario 64 stays true to the Mario series by giving you the usual objective of rescuing Princess Toadstool/Peach. But, this game, is very unique compared to other Mario games. First released in 1996, it was immediately a huge success! And It's no wonder. As it includes, 15 amazing levels with 120 different objectives to collect all 120 "Power Stars" and defeat Bowser. The 3D graphics are wonderful (Even compared to games of our Era, it still presents wonderful, colorful graphics.) Amazing, addicting gameplay keeps you at it for hours and hours. Days and days. Weeks and weeks. And that's a very nice thing about the game. If you're one for wanting to collect ALL the stars in the game, it may take weeks to finish. The game is still a gem even after all these years. It receives a very high 9 from me.… Expand
  36. mbele
    Mar 3, 2013
    10
    The perfect Mario. The controls, the environments, the "open world levels", the castle with its secrets... I could go on!

    Id buy an HD remake in an instance!
  37. Gravelord
    Feb 8, 2013
    10
    Mario 64 is on of the greatest games ever made, if not the best 3D platformer ever made. This game is absolutely flawless, with its amazing level designs or its fantastic enemies, (Who can ever forget that piano.) This game is a must buy for any gamer seeking a challenge or just a fantastic experience.

    10/10 Flawless Victory.
  38. NathanJones
    Sep 12, 2013
    9
    This is one of the best Mario games I ever played. This is why I still prefer the N64 out of any video game console out there, better luck next time Playstation 1. Score: 4/5.
  39. davidESP
    Apr 13, 2016
    10
    Me parece el plataformas en 3d por excelencia.Los niveles son muy variados y tiene una musica muy pegadiza.Marca un antes y un despues en los videojuegos
  40. Untitled94
    Oct 21, 2017
    7
    This was an important game, because for the time it was revolutionary, but now, it's kind of dated. It still has fun moments, and there is a certain charm to it, but I feel like Crash Bandicoot and Sonic Adventure have aged a bit better than this game. Also, I prefer the DS version.
  41. RealMetacritic
    Oct 15, 2020
    5
    Super Mario 64 is supposed to be a really good game, we all know that by now. But what if this game isn't as good as your nostalgia goggles would make you think? To start, the controls feel loose and the physics feel sloppy, which is frustrating paired with how the levels are designed. The level design would work better in a Tony Hawk game than in a platformer. The music in the endlessSuper Mario 64 is supposed to be a really good game, we all know that by now. But what if this game isn't as good as your nostalgia goggles would make you think? To start, the controls feel loose and the physics feel sloppy, which is frustrating paired with how the levels are designed. The level design would work better in a Tony Hawk game than in a platformer. The music in the endless stairs is completely unnecessary, some kid probably peed themself listening to it. Its not just that, there are so many weird and unsettling things in this game. Overall, this game is just kind of mediocre if i'm being honest.… Expand
  42. CharlieW.
    Jan 20, 2006
    10
    Until recently, I hadn't played the game since 1999. In 2005 though, I bought an N64 on an impulse for twenty bucks along with a copy of Super Mario 64. I was curious to see if the plumber could still hold his own against newer games like Half-Life 2. I played it for a while and realized that it is still the best dammned game I've ever played. Better than anything that the Until recently, I hadn't played the game since 1999. In 2005 though, I bought an N64 on an impulse for twenty bucks along with a copy of Super Mario 64. I was curious to see if the plumber could still hold his own against newer games like Half-Life 2. I played it for a while and realized that it is still the best dammned game I've ever played. Better than anything that the current-gen systems can dish out, better than Halo, better than anything. It is the definitive platformer. The graphics are beautiful, the levels have incredible depth, and the sheer length of the game makes it an absolute classic. The replay value is relatively high. And it is hard to find all 120 of those stars. In fact, if you were devoted enough to getting a single star which has eluded you, it is possible to unwittingly spend up to an hour or more chasing that one star. The game has the ability to make one obsess over it. The only flaw this game has is the wacky camera. May Super Mario 64 live on forever, and may it never be forgotten.… Expand
  43. TitaniumDragon
    May 25, 2008
    10
    The best 3D platformer I've ever played, and arguably ever. It does everything it should do, and is just tons of fun. You can't NOT enjoy this game; it is amazingly well put together, has a decent level of difficulty, and some amount of replay value. The gameplay is simply amazing, and everyone should play this game at least once.
  44. ENOUGH!!
    Jan 11, 2009
    10
    This was the first real game I had ever played in the fifth generation, so of course I liked it. I then played it again, twelve years later. What happened? Genius. Despite the passing of time, Super Mario 64 proves to us the reason why the Platformer was so popular in the 5th and 6th generations. Sadly, many of those games were cheap knockoffs that are NOTHING compared to the original This was the first real game I had ever played in the fifth generation, so of course I liked it. I then played it again, twelve years later. What happened? Genius. Despite the passing of time, Super Mario 64 proves to us the reason why the Platformer was so popular in the 5th and 6th generations. Sadly, many of those games were cheap knockoffs that are NOTHING compared to the original (Ratchet and Clarnk, The original Crash, and the original Spyro, obviously do not count; they are awesome.)… Expand
  45. hank_chill
    May 29, 2018
    6
    this game is very overrated it has bad character models horrible camera weird controls also after every star you collect you go back to the hub world that is a lazy way of stretching out a short game
  46. MaxShibe
    Sep 7, 2019
    6
    This Game is overrated. I mean, it can be fun, but it aged rather poorly, the camera is probably the worse i have ever seen in a 3D platformer, the Gameplay is pretty stiff and clunky, and it can get pretty repetitive. I'd recommend later Mario Games that improved on the formula rather than this one.
  47. EpicNate6
    May 24, 2014
    5
    I know this game was revolutionary, but whenever I pick it up and play it- it always ends in frustration about one of the many things that this game hasn't aged well in. Some of these bad things are: that the camera is clunky, Mario cannot turn around without running in a circle, the music (while great) gets old very quickly, and also the fact that there are so many stars per level- I getI know this game was revolutionary, but whenever I pick it up and play it- it always ends in frustration about one of the many things that this game hasn't aged well in. Some of these bad things are: that the camera is clunky, Mario cannot turn around without running in a circle, the music (while great) gets old very quickly, and also the fact that there are so many stars per level- I get tired of going back to the same boring level over and over again to get stars. In conclusion, while the game was an 8.5/10 in 1996, now the game is extremely dated and frustrating because of it.… Expand
  48. Starfire
    Oct 23, 2007
    10
    This is just as fun and mesmerising as the day it came out. Mixing the playful fantasy of Mario with immersive 3D graphics is a stunning combination. The DS version doesn't have the same playability. As others say, it may well still be the best game ever created- certainly the one with the most freedom of play.
  49. Yaners
    Aug 5, 2002
    10
    This was my first nintendo game (i got it when i was six) it is still one of my favorite games. I still haven't got all 120 stars!!!
  50. Uter
    Sep 5, 2003
    10
    It's one of the top 10 best games of all time. The levels are brilliant, and the puzzles are diverse and inventive. When you compare this to today's Mario Sunshine, there's really no contest. Mario 64 is a vastly superior game.
  51. KendylKlownfish
    Apr 22, 2011
    10
    Alongside Ocarina Of Time, Super Mario 64 still stands tall as one of the best video games to date. Pros: Innovating gameplay, characters, and level designs; rich, colorful visuals; smooth controls and camera angles; overall, it's the best Mario game ever! Cons: Aside from some minimal flaws, you just have to be a Mario-hater to dislike any aspect of this game.
  52. KyleN.
    Nov 3, 2005
    10
    Simply amazing. Best platformer of all time.
  53. JohnB.
    Jul 12, 2005
    10
    This is my favorite game ever. It is better thatn bond, halo, and any other game that I've played. It has great graphics great game play and it is sweet.
  54. JoshuaL.
    Dec 30, 2006
    10
    Probably the funnest game for N64,I dislike the N64 too but this game was so good, I used 1000 Wii points to buy it.
  55. MichaelF.
    Jun 30, 2006
    10
    This game lacks at nothing and is the pure definition of 3-d mario. as classic as it is, this game is outstanding with its length, difficulty, and gameplay. While not boasting great graphics, the game's classic tunes should never be forgotton and its themes to be the base of many modern gaming themes. A recommendation, classic, and superior game indeed.
  56. nintendoid13
    Dec 31, 2010
    10
    I think this game is the single best game I have for my N64. The graphics are actually pretty impressive for '96 and the gameplay is amazing. The different hats used in the game instead of flowers and mushrooms are really neat. Great game altogether.
  57. Watermelon789
    Jul 14, 2011
    9
    Fantastic, incredible graphics texture at the time, Super Mario 64 showed us, how powerful he can change the video game industry. Over the top plat-forming and memorable moments and characters define the game. If it was possible to buy old games in this year, this will be in my list, but because it isn't it will cost you an arm and a leg to get this classic.
  58. tmntrocks59
    Nov 14, 2011
    10
    Pretty Retro. I love this game so much. Super Mario 64 has lots of mixed levels like ice, and inside castles and such. A great game to give to your kids. Mario is beast.
  59. BlogDog123
    May 26, 2011
    10
    My favorite game of all time, Mario is at his prime here. Not only did this introduced Mario to polygons, but it kicked off a 3D revolution. The unique punch-and-kick gameplay was like nothing anybody had ever seen. The music is great, the story is great, the quantity of levels and challenge is great. Imma let you finish, Ocarina of Time, but Super Mario 64 is the best game of all time, OFMy favorite game of all time, Mario is at his prime here. Not only did this introduced Mario to polygons, but it kicked off a 3D revolution. The unique punch-and-kick gameplay was like nothing anybody had ever seen. The music is great, the story is great, the quantity of levels and challenge is great. Imma let you finish, Ocarina of Time, but Super Mario 64 is the best game of all time, OF ALL TIME!… Expand
  60. RetroBlake
    Jun 7, 2011
    10
    This was the first Game ive EVER IN MY LIFE PLAYED!(im 12)I still have the cartridge that i played when i was 5 years old..Now I have DS..AND the original so yeah.. This game is SUPER IMPORTANT to me and I still love it to this day!
  61. TipsyMcBee
    Nov 11, 2011
    9
    Super Mario 64 is the game that brought platforming into a 3D world. Without it, we would not see other 3D platforming franchises like Banjo-Kazooie, Ratchet and Clank and other platforming mascots existing today. Super Mario 64 is an outstanding game that takes all the levels in one location (Princess Peaches castle) and make collecting star pieces playable and fun. I would had givenSuper Mario 64 is the game that brought platforming into a 3D world. Without it, we would not see other 3D platforming franchises like Banjo-Kazooie, Ratchet and Clank and other platforming mascots existing today. Super Mario 64 is an outstanding game that takes all the levels in one location (Princess Peaches castle) and make collecting star pieces playable and fun. I would had given Super Mario 64 a perfect 10 if I was 9 years old again, but I have given the game a bit of a lower score just because some of the controls on the N64 controls (like flying with the wing cap) feels a bit uncomfortable which does not hold up in today's gaming world. Super Mario 64 may look simple, but less equals more with this Super Mario title. Fans of Mario and 3D platformers will have a fun time playing Mario in a 3D universe. Even if it looks outdated in today's world, people will still enjoy riding on Koopa shells and flinging Bowser around.… Expand
  62. Zilcell
    Nov 7, 2011
    9
    A phenomenal game for its time. Mario's 1st 3D game is extremely fun, while admittedly harder compared to later 3D mario games. It is one of the best games for the Nintendo 64.
  63. TTW107
    Feb 12, 2012
    10
    A landmark in video game history. This was the very first game i owned as a child when i got my n64 and holy crap i still have urges to go back and play through it. One of the best games on any platform ever hands down.
  64. MarioPlayer
    Dec 9, 2012
    10
    Mario had a lot of good games back in the late '80s and early '90s, the most notable ones being Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario World, and Yoshi's Island (yes, I consider it a Mario game). This game dropped on the N64 and made me momentarily forget about all I had done in the earlier games, mainly because I was burying my face into the TV screen, lost in a new 3D Mushroom Kingdom. ItMario had a lot of good games back in the late '80s and early '90s, the most notable ones being Super Mario Bros. 3, Super Mario World, and Yoshi's Island (yes, I consider it a Mario game). This game dropped on the N64 and made me momentarily forget about all I had done in the earlier games, mainly because I was burying my face into the TV screen, lost in a new 3D Mushroom Kingdom. It seemed so lifelike back then, and it's still really fun today. This is definitely one of the few N64 games that has stood the test of time.… Expand
  65. Gaston44
    Nov 18, 2014
    10
    This is the greatest game of all time. Two decades later, it is still being played by speedrunners daily. It's an example of a perfect game, utilizing the best graphics available at the time coupled with amazing physics. It defined the genre of 3D platforming in an open world setting with secrets to uncover and objectives to be completed. The praises of this game cannot be understated.This is the greatest game of all time. Two decades later, it is still being played by speedrunners daily. It's an example of a perfect game, utilizing the best graphics available at the time coupled with amazing physics. It defined the genre of 3D platforming in an open world setting with secrets to uncover and objectives to be completed. The praises of this game cannot be understated. Odds are, if a platforming game has a certain element in it, it came from SM64.… Expand
  66. pookie
    Jun 29, 2012
    10
    Aw. This game is my childhood memories in a cartridge. Those who have played it can speak for themselves. Those who haven't are probably spoiled by Mario Galaxy and New Super Mario Bros. (good games). Mario 64 is a classic. It's a bit out dated and clunky compared to newer installments, but it still holds its own. Its everything you love about 2D Mario, but all done in 3D this time. And done well.
  67. LordFawful
    Aug 15, 2012
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Have you ever played a game that is so darn fun that you can't put it down, even if you 100% complete all save files? This is that game. If I was forced to pick one flaw it would be the storyline, which is barely flawed anyway! You play as Mario, the famous plumber, rendered for the first time in history in polygons. Sure, the storyline is the same old "Bowser captures princess, Mario duffs up Bowser, everyone lives happily ever after" shtick, but this entry throws in paintings and Power Stars into the mix. Bowser owns dimensions contained in paintings that are a danger to Mario, hindering him on his quest. in the paintings you will find the humorously named Power Stars. Power Stars are like keys to doors, because essentially the more Power Stars you have, the more doors you can enter, and entering doors allows you to quest for more Powers Stars. It's a vicious cycle, but you want to get sucked in. Which other video game rewards you with a giant's step towards 100% completion for collecting 100 gold coins? On the topic of coins, a gold coin (canonically named a yellow coin) is worth one buck, a red one two, and blue a whopping five. Collecting eight red coins in a single course rewards you with a-you guessed it-Power Star. The game's graphics were amazing in its time, and to some still are. We're talking about one of the first games to use mainly polygons here. One of the first games to use polygons, and maybe the best. The sound is epic, with a range of tunes going from genuinely day-improving to genuinely scary. Even when you've got all 120 Power Stars (and shed a tear or sixteen), there's still fun to be had. In the Princess' castle grounds, there is a cannon only activated when you have 120 stars that will blast you to the castle roof where you'll find (spoiler) old comrade Yoshi, who will give you 100 lives and an improved triple jump power! (spoiler end) And on the Internet you may encounter sites that gives suggestions of activities to do in the game that are meant to be done after 100% completion! So, even after beating the final boss and collecting all 120 Power Stars, there's still much fun to be had.
    One of the best games ever.    … Expand
  68. Gojira63
    Jul 13, 2013
    10
    This is still one of my favorite Mario Games. I think it has aged very well and it is still fun to play even after finding all 120 stars. The graphics still hold up well and there is so much to do in the game that it is still fun to play even after all the stars are found. For good reason Mario64 will be forever considered a classic platform game.
  69. Segacritic1998
    Sep 16, 2013
    10
    This is hands down one of the best games in history. Graphics and gameplay are classic the story is great all of it just incredible! If you have a N64 and dont own mario 64 you are missing out. I wish luigi was in there.
  70. JakeTheReviewer
    Aug 6, 2013
    10
    Easily one of the best games ever made. The level design is ingenious, the stars are fun to collect, and it has that classical Nintendo charm. I recommend this as a must have for any Nintendo or classic game fan. You will not be disappointed.
  71. sonic4president
    Nov 11, 2014
    10
    A great 3d platformer with a great mix of difficulty and fun times. Definitely a classic Mario game that everyone has to play during their lifetime. One of the best games of all time!
  72. Enricky
    Oct 16, 2016
    5
    gráfico ok (pra época) história nada de mais isso é mario!! nao tem nada haver com mario, eu daria a ele um titulo de spin off e bom... a JOGABILIDADE É HORRIVEL os pulos nao sao nem um pouco precisos é dificil controlar o mario em plataformas finas (não encontrei palavra melhor) e esse é o maior problema desse jogo e de muitos do N64 a e a camera tambem é muito ruim menos um ponto.
  73. TheCatalyst
    Oct 4, 2017
    10
    One of the greatest platformers ever created. Looking at it now, the levels are little more bare and smaller than when I first played as a kid, but it still holds up. Level design is varied in the 15 worlds, some better than others, but there isn't a world in the game that I think should be cut, that's saying something (best ghost house in any Mario game). All around the designersOne of the greatest platformers ever created. Looking at it now, the levels are little more bare and smaller than when I first played as a kid, but it still holds up. Level design is varied in the 15 worlds, some better than others, but there isn't a world in the game that I think should be cut, that's saying something (best ghost house in any Mario game). All around the designers developed a fun experience while sprinkling challenge throughout. The music is fantastic, the secrets are well thought out, and the variations to how you acquire the power stars keep it feeling fresh. Graphics aren't horrendous, sure its blocky and pointy at times, but it still has that Mario charm that can't be wiped away with age. I was worried about the camera when thinking on replaying this gem again, but I was surprised how few times it was a deterrent to completing my task. There were only two parts where I felt it floundered, and that's pretty good in a five-hour-plus play session. Once I got reacquainted with the controls, it wasn't a hindrance that plagued my entire sessions. An excellent game, if you haven't given this one a chance, go play it.… Expand
  74. MPReviews
    Feb 28, 2018
    8
    The first 3D mario game that I ever played, and even today, it is still an absolutely great game. It has aged in a few areas, particularly with the camera controls and the visuals, but its still really fun. The controls are fluent and easy to use, the music is great, the visuals, while they are a bit dated by today’s standards, I think they still have a nice charm to them, and the processThe first 3D mario game that I ever played, and even today, it is still an absolutely great game. It has aged in a few areas, particularly with the camera controls and the visuals, but its still really fun. The controls are fluent and easy to use, the music is great, the visuals, while they are a bit dated by today’s standards, I think they still have a nice charm to them, and the process of collecting the stars is very enjoyable, and adds a high amount of replay value to the game seeing there are 120 and you can collect them in whatever order you want. Overall, super mario 64 gets an 8/10. Over 20 years later and its still a great game.… Expand
  75. Meta1234
    Apr 20, 2018
    7
    This game was a milestone due to its 3D environment.

    The level design was unique back in the times and the controls with the N64 stick were precise.

    Still the game felt a little empty. No story as usual and the sound effects were a bit cheap. The same boss used over and over again.

    7 out of 10.
  76. sarge233
    Apr 21, 2018
    5
    It's no better then ok It's the best game in the Mario games but its NOT A good game its just ok
    5/10 from me.
  77. PacMax
    Mar 2, 2019
    8
    The game may not have help up the best, but I can respect what this title has done for gaming.
  78. eduinsane
    Mar 12, 2012
    10
    I was curious to see if the plumber could still hold his own against newer games like Half-Life 2. I played it for a while and realized that it is still the best dammned game I've ever played
  79. GlenS.
    Feb 24, 2005
    10
    The best game ever since when it came out till now feb 2005.the only game that is nearly as good is zeda ocarina of time.
  80. RobR.
    Sep 4, 2007
    10
    Still very playable now, helped by the Wii Virtual Console, and a mesmerising game at on release.
  81. DanielD.
    May 30, 2007
    10
    Its a game.... that grows on you.... like you play the game when your 5 like me.... and play it on the DS. It doesnt feel the same. Its a game that you should pass it on your kids and see the great times you had when you were a kid..... (I'll never forget how great this game is. It gets a 10.)
  82. wesker2012
    May 27, 2012
    10
    Another true classic. This game was revolutionary and is a masterpiece. This game will never get old. The music is charming and the game is just a blast to play!
  83. sonicheroes123
    Aug 22, 2014
    7
    this game is good but could be better it has solid controls and level design a great hubworld with 3 new powerups the wing cap, the vanish cap and the metal cap and if you download project 64 and a rom of the game you can have ALL 3 AT ONCE!!!
  84. SuperGamerGuy88
    Nov 1, 2017
    6
    The game is fun! but the control is absolute TRASH! If you want to play super mario 64 please do your self a favor and play the remake, it has more content and better controls.
  85. greatgameepicwin
    Apr 30, 2009
    10
    omg.. the critic who only gave this game an 80 misspelled the word "definitely" in his review. omfg.
  86. joes
    Sep 26, 2009
    10
    definitely THE best Mario game, followed closely by galaxy.
  87. CarsonRGB
    Oct 3, 2011
    8
    Story: 7
    Characters: 9
    Graphics: 7
    Setting: 10
    Multiplayer: N/A
    Soundtrack: 9
    Audio: 6
    Gameplay: 8
    Re-Playability Value: 8
    Fun Factor: 8

    Score: 8.0/10
  88. 2bitplayss
    Jun 1, 2021
    4
    this is an iconic game but replaying it i didn´t really enjoy it the controls are bad and the camera sucks.
    but i even think most levels arent really that fun to play
    rainbow ride tik toc clock wet dry world tiny huge island hazy maze cave shifting sand land and dire dire docks these levels are just badly designd and not so mutch fun to play. im not saying this is a bad game they did    this is an iconic game but replaying it i didn´t really enjoy it the controls are bad and the camera sucks.
    but i even think most levels arent really that fun to play
    rainbow ride tik toc clock wet dry world tiny huge island hazy maze cave shifting sand land and dire dire docks these levels are just badly designd and not so mutch fun to play.
    im not saying this is a bad game they did everything they could with the n64 i understand there are some limitations but in order for me to really enjoy it again it would need e compleet remaster with better controls and camera controls that would improve the game for me    … Expand
  89. Controversial27
    Sep 15, 2022
    2
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is really overrated, and there are many reasons why. For one, most of the love for this game is nostalgia. The levels in this game are not good, with wonky and sharp levels with misplaced textures that make the game feel like it was made by a 5 year old on Super Mario Maker. An upside though is that this game is one of the nicest looking on the system, with most N64 games being horribly stale and ugly looking. Another terrible thing about the game is the star placement. Some stars are in extremely dumb and arbitrary position. Like in stage 2, Whomp's Fortress, there is a star where you have to shoot Mario out of a canon into a random wall with no indication that that's where you need to shoot. One of the things I hate about this game is how whenever you get a star in a stage, it kicks you back out to the castle. This is just a lazy way to draw out a short game with only 18 stages! And finally, the wiped cream topped on this craptacular game, is the controls and camera. I don't care what any one says. The controls are terrible. Mario is slippery as hell, and I can barely do I think without flipping half way across the screen. Mario's move set is way to cluttered. Oh, and don't even get me started on the Wing Cap. That piece of hot garbage surved ice cold is literally a tool for more or less gliding, not flying, with those shoty controls. Although, Mario's swimming controls are amazing and discourage spamming. And those revolutionary camera controls, while good, where restricted from you 99% of the game. A good mechanic wasted. The only thing this thing does perfectly is the hub world, a masterpiece with the cool paintings gimmick. Overall the love for this game is nostalgia. It sucks a lot and when you break it down, it's more like one of the worst games ever than one of the best. What do I think of Super Mario 64 DS? It's better with updated graphics, more playable characters, and mini games. But still has terrible controls, a bad camera, and that dumb level design. In retrospect, Super Mario 64 was a revolutionary game, but even then, it didn't hold up well, and it certainly hasn't over the years. Much like any N64 game, it gets worse over time.… Expand
  90. Krossbone
    Feb 3, 2020
    4
    The original version of Super Mario 64 is one of the most overrated games of all time.
    Graphically, it's aged about as nicely as a carton of milk that came out in 1996. Oh wait, this trash game got released in '96.
    Jokes aside, the graphics are pathetic and have aged poorly. The controls are fine, but there's WAY too many glitches that can either break the game or make the game way too    The original version of Super Mario 64 is one of the most overrated games of all time.
    Graphically, it's aged about as nicely as a carton of milk that came out in 1996. Oh wait, this trash game got released in '96.
    Jokes aside, the graphics are pathetic and have aged poorly.
    The controls are fine, but there's WAY too many glitches that can either break the game or make the game way too easy (looking at the backwards long jump).

    People get on Sonic '06 for having tons of glitches, yet in a playthrough of that game, I haven't experienced more than 2 unless I went out of my way to find them. Mario 64? You can run into these glitches on the fly, and often at that.

    And the plot is just another "Bowser kidnapped the princess" scenario. It doesn't need to be a huge plot, just, I don't know, try to be unique? Mario Galaxy has a much more interesting story to tell, and even in 64 DS it at least mixes it up with Bowser simultaneously kidnapping Mario, Wario, and Luigi alongside Peach

    Speaking of 64 DS, I feel no more need to review this ****** game. Quit idolizing it, it isn't that good. Go play 64 DS instead. More content, better graphics.    … Expand
  91. Markianer
    Mar 16, 2022
    0
    trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash trash
  92. NukeTv
    Jan 23, 2021
    0
    J'ai détesté ce jeu à sa sortie et l'ai pris comme une trahison de la part de nintendo. Ce jeu est nul. Je reconnais qu'il fallait bien passer par là pour faire évoluer le plateformer en 3D mais pour moi ce n'est pas une raison pour dire que ce jeu est un des meilleur de tous les temps. C'est une purge.
  93. DobryiBrock
    Jan 29, 2014
    5
    I just can't understand why people ike this game.Absolutely awful,just awful graphic(it is all because of the platform),easy to die because of bad camera view.Characters looks absolutely awful,no one looks as in original game,especially Bowser.5,8 out of ten because it is QUITE playable
  94. BowsaJr
    Nov 12, 2020
    0
    This is the worst mario game I’ve ever played. The levels are terrible, the battles are all about throwing bowser at bombs, Mario doesn’t immediately stop when I stop pushing forward, the camera is abysmal and all the enemies look incredibly ugly. The most overrated game I’ve ever played.
  95. Mr_game_man_MD
    Dec 9, 2014
    2
    What happened to Mario? This game does not reflect the greatness of its predecessors, such as Mario golf on the play station 1, and Tetris. Like many games in recent times it suffers from a big problem, there is way too much water. The only thing this game has going for it is its deep storyline involving the girl from last of dust, and pokemon diamond. That is why Mario dream cast gets aWhat happened to Mario? This game does not reflect the greatness of its predecessors, such as Mario golf on the play station 1, and Tetris. Like many games in recent times it suffers from a big problem, there is way too much water. The only thing this game has going for it is its deep storyline involving the girl from last of dust, and pokemon diamond. That is why Mario dream cast gets a solid 10/10.… Expand
  96. JoeS.
    Feb 21, 2008
    5
    An okay game, but ultimately boring if you're not a die hard Mario fan. The enemies are as goofy as always, the levels are small to moderate in size with little to look at except green and brown walls, and ultimately you're just doing the same thing over and over again as you try to grab stars. I am totally lost as to why people call this the best game of all time. I stopped An okay game, but ultimately boring if you're not a die hard Mario fan. The enemies are as goofy as always, the levels are small to moderate in size with little to look at except green and brown walls, and ultimately you're just doing the same thing over and over again as you try to grab stars. I am totally lost as to why people call this the best game of all time. I stopped playing after half an hour and have never played it since.… Expand
  97. nintendopwns
    Feb 16, 2012
    4
    The model quality is just plain horrible with some ps1 games looking better. It has clunky controls and a bad camera also it makes a really annoying sound when you move the camera. Most of the stars are tedious to get and they reuse the worlds(2 ice worlds for gods sake). If you want a good 3d platformer on the n64, go play banjo kazooie.
  98. theamity9
    Sep 17, 2012
    0
    sorry to say, but I loved Mario on NES and SNES, but this was an insult to the Mario series. Collecting stars? No thanks. I much rather the platforming get to the end of the level style.
  99. RunetheKoopa
    Jun 26, 2012
    0
    I'm sure we've all heard about Super Mario 64, one of the world's first 3D Platformers. The story is the usual unoriginal Mario storyline. Bowser has kidnapped Peach so go rescue her. The gameplay involves collecting items called Power Stars across 15 levels by completing different tasks. However, it is brought down by bad controls and a terrible camera which make the game more difficultI'm sure we've all heard about Super Mario 64, one of the world's first 3D Platformers. The story is the usual unoriginal Mario storyline. Bowser has kidnapped Peach so go rescue her. The gameplay involves collecting items called Power Stars across 15 levels by completing different tasks. However, it is brought down by bad controls and a terrible camera which make the game more difficult than it should be. The graphics are smooth and there is a decent amount of variety in level design. The music is mostly your generic happy platforming music although Bowser's Road and Dire Dire Docks are exceptions to this. Super Mario 64 suffers from some of the worst voice acting I have ever heard in my life. The worst part? The worst voice acting in the whole game is the first thing you hear when starting the game.

    Overall, while Super Mario 64 was innovative and mindblowing when it was released in May 1996, it aged very quickly and time has not been kind to it at all, making what was once amazing back then, a bad game now.    … Expand
  100. WaterTiger5
    Jul 9, 2014
    3
    This game basically sucked. Classics are not always good. The graphics were horrible Crash Bandicoot had way better gameplay and graphics. Bosses were lame and repetitive. For the DS was better because the original is not the best. Bowser looked like an oversized stuffed animals. The gameplay overall was boring got bored after collecting a couple stars. The one thing I liked was some ofThis game basically sucked. Classics are not always good. The graphics were horrible Crash Bandicoot had way better gameplay and graphics. Bosses were lame and repetitive. For the DS was better because the original is not the best. Bowser looked like an oversized stuffed animals. The gameplay overall was boring got bored after collecting a couple stars. The one thing I liked was some of the level designs. Although many PS1 games looked way better such as Spyro the Dragon or Crash Bandicoot… Expand
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Universal acclaim - based on 13 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 13
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 13
  3. Negative: 0 out of 13
  1. Nintendorks
    80
    The distribution of power stars in the levels is horrendous. I think 7 stars in one level is more than enough, don't you think? I understand that there are memory constraints, but there either could have been less stars overall, or 1 (maybe 2) more level(s). Definately a problem.
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  2. Electric Playground
    100
    It has quickly grown to become the standard by which almost all other games are measured.
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  3. Gaming Maxx
    99
    This is definitely a game no game collection should be without...Seriously!
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