Super Mario 3D All-Stars

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  1. Starfree
    Sep 21, 2020
    9
    It’s easy to imagine what a master piece this game could of been. We got leaks up to our eyeballs But what we got was pretty bare bones. Emulated Mario 64, Sunshine, and Galaxy. The changes to the games are very minor and all of them are good changes. Sunshine looks beautiful, Galaxy controls great, and Mario 64 is just as fun as I remember. I wanna hate on this collection because of whatIt’s easy to imagine what a master piece this game could of been. We got leaks up to our eyeballs But what we got was pretty bare bones. Emulated Mario 64, Sunshine, and Galaxy. The changes to the games are very minor and all of them are good changes. Sunshine looks beautiful, Galaxy controls great, and Mario 64 is just as fun as I remember. I wanna hate on this collection because of what it could of been. But I cannot justify giving it anything under a 9. You can’t go wrong with Mario. These a 3 of the best games of all time. It doesn’t matter if it’s a lazy collection. These games are incredible and I’m too happy to be able to play them on Switch… Expand
  2. Nautendo
    Jan 7, 2021
    9
    All three of my favorite 3D-platformer Mario games in one collection on the Switch! If 64 and Sunshine also were in 60FPS, it would've gotten a 10.
  3. GarethC
    Sep 24, 2020
    9
    3 great PORTS for the price of ONE remastered game.

    It’s unrealistic to expect Nintendo to remaster and rebuild three great games (from the bottom up) and charge the same price as they do for one remastered game. So I don’t understand all the criticism this package is getting. Rather then remaster they included two other games and just made ports instead. Playing Sunshine (without a    3 great PORTS for the price of ONE remastered game.

    It’s unrealistic to expect Nintendo to remaster and rebuild three great games (from the bottom up) and charge the same price as they do for one remastered game. So I don’t understand all the criticism this package is getting. Rather then remaster they included two other games and just made ports instead. Playing Sunshine (without a Switch) requires a GameCube or Wii (with game cube controller) and the game is a collectible which usually commands a higher price tag than this entire 3 game collection. At $20 USD per game, this is well worth it. For die hard Nintendo fans who have all the originals or have played them all already. The collection maybe isn’t for you. But for the vast majority of new, or casual gamers this is a great package.    … Expand
  4. Denvers
    Oct 25, 2020
    8
    A good port of some good games. Although I don't think Sunshine or 64 aged well, its a great introduction to the older Mario 3D platformers for younger ages and a great callback for those who played them all those years ago.

    Recommendation: If you like 3D platformers, more specifically older 3D platormers, I would recommend this to you.
    Final Verdict: 8/10 - Great
  5. EnigmaXtreme
    Oct 11, 2020
    9
    To celebrate Mario’s 35th Anniversary Nintendo has released a brand new All Stars Compilation, and unlike their 25th Anniversary it isn’t just slapping the SNES game onto a disc. The brand new 3D All Stars contains three of the biggest 3S Mario titles in Super Mario 64, Super Mario Sunshine and the original Super Mario Galaxy. As some who grew up the original two games and thoroughlyTo celebrate Mario’s 35th Anniversary Nintendo has released a brand new All Stars Compilation, and unlike their 25th Anniversary it isn’t just slapping the SNES game onto a disc. The brand new 3D All Stars contains three of the biggest 3S Mario titles in Super Mario 64, Super Mario Sunshine and the original Super Mario Galaxy. As some who grew up the original two games and thoroughly enjoyed Galaxy, I would be kidding myself if I wasn’t going to get this.

    One of the first things you should know about this compilation is that these games are straight up ROMs. There has been nothing added outside of HD enhancements, no Luigi in 64, no Noki Bay book in Sunshine and you don’t get to meet those shadow creatures in Galaxy. What you see is what you get and what you are getting is three of the best games ever made for the price of one.

    Starting off with Super Mario 64, while the game doesn’t appear in widescreen it is still one of the best looking N64 games I have played on a modern console. It’s clear it has gone through a lot of polish with 2d elements like the on-screen icons and text being swapped out for higher quality ones and even some of the 3D models updated aswell. Anyone who played the N64 back in the day will remember just how crazy the controller was with its design, but strangely enough, it really is the one true way to play this game. Playing it with a Gamecube controller on the Wii or a 360 Controller on an Emulator just doesn’t have the same feel and even here with the Pro Controller, this is going to sound crazy but it just feels too….good? It’s weird playing Mario 64 with such a precise controller that had me misjudge my jumps and end up flying off the map. While Mario 64 was absolutely revolutionary back in 1996, its no denying that wow factor has certainly faded away, that being said the game is still very much playable almost 25 years later, which is more than I can say for most of the N64 library.

    Next up we have Sunshine and this is probably the one that benefits the most from this upgrade with its new widescreen aspect ratio and while I’m sure we will have some smartasses point out that they have had this version for years thanks to Dolphin, no amount of patches and hacks to the Gamecube version will be able to compare to what is here. (Also, I hate you). The game, for the most part, plays exactly the same as the original with one glaring difference, as you are probably all aware the Switch controllers have digital triggers, compared to the GameCube that had big squishy ones where you could press to move and spray or click down to stand in place and spray in all directions. Because the Switch triggers are either pressed or not with no inbetween, the two spray methods are split between the two right trigger buttons. It does get a bit of getting used too, especially if you played the original back in the day and just out of curiosity I plugged in my GameCube controller via the Wii U adapter but alas, while it does technically work, hold and spray is mapped to the Z Button, and admit it you almost forgot the GameCube had a Z Button.

    Galaxy however is the real mixed bag of the collection, graphically it runs at the highest with 1080p and 60fps but, and this may sound crazy, I truly believe Sunshine looks better than Galaxy. It may be because Sunshine has an actual world that is brimming with detail and life while Galaxy is mainly just planets floating in space, but I always found the detail lacking in some aspects. But the bigger issue is one I fear that is going to affect many Wii Games that relied on the Pointer and Motion Controls if they ever get ported, you are able to use the Joycons like you would the Wiimote and Nunchuck, The built-in gyros are a definite improvement to the Sensor bar even being able to centre the pointer with the push of a button. But playing with the Pro Controller, you are able to perform your spin attack by either pushing Y or flicking the controller and let it just be known that flicking a Pro Controller can get quite awkward, if that wasn’t bad enough they even use the tilt mechanisms to guide the pointer. In the case of Galaxy, I honestly had more fun playing it how it was meant to be played with the Joycons.

    It may sound like I’m harping on the controls a lot but that’s really because there isn’t much more to say about these games that hasn’t already been said a million times over. Mario 64, Sunshine & Galaxy are without a doubt some of the greatest games ever released and this compilation has brought back many childhood memories, including my own. Ignoring the issues with Galaxy 2 and the limited time availability, this collection is still the best way to play these games.    … Expand
  6. Skullchip947
    Sep 24, 2020
    9
    Truly an excellent collection , no cons, okay, well maybe 1, where is Super Mario Galaxy 2? I'm sorry but I don't care about Super Mario 64 since I own the definitive version on the DS. I really like Super Mario Sunshine (despite common aggravation at the games difficulty), I love Super Mario Galaxy, but Super Mario 64 has not aged well and has a extremely bad camera system, add SuperTruly an excellent collection , no cons, okay, well maybe 1, where is Super Mario Galaxy 2? I'm sorry but I don't care about Super Mario 64 since I own the definitive version on the DS. I really like Super Mario Sunshine (despite common aggravation at the games difficulty), I love Super Mario Galaxy, but Super Mario 64 has not aged well and has a extremely bad camera system, add Super Mario Galaxy 2 in an update and some extras then I'll give it a 10 out of 10… Expand
  7. MesZa
    Jan 22, 2021
    10
    This game is sorely understood and is judged on stupid parameters. It isn't supposed to be a ground-up remake of the three games like the Final Fantasy VII Remake. It was released during Mario's 35th Anniversary, and is meant to catch up the younger players on Mario's previous games.

    The reason its getting a 10/10 is not just because its three great games packaged into one, but even if    This game is sorely understood and is judged on stupid parameters. It isn't supposed to be a ground-up remake of the three games like the Final Fantasy VII Remake. It was released during Mario's 35th Anniversary, and is meant to catch up the younger players on Mario's previous games.

    The reason its getting a 10/10 is not just because its three great games packaged into one, but even if it was just SMG by itself, it would have gotten a 10/10    … Expand
  8. Magc
    Oct 22, 2020
    7
    In my opinion, all of these games are great im rating the collection it self not the games.Mario 3D All Stars I give it a 7/10 because The collection does not add anything to the table other than upgraded graphics, whide screen and the soundtrack for every game, im disapointed that super mario 64 does not have whide screen and that it isnt the original realese rather the updated japanesIn my opinion, all of these games are great im rating the collection it self not the games.Mario 3D All Stars I give it a 7/10 because The collection does not add anything to the table other than upgraded graphics, whide screen and the soundtrack for every game, im disapointed that super mario 64 does not have whide screen and that it isnt the original realese rather the updated japanes exclusive , Mario sunshine isnt at 60fps and gamecube controller is not supported, Mario Galaxy that you have to use teh touchscreen to collect starbits and that Mario Galaxy 2 Isnt included, if you dont own any of these games you should get it but if you own them threw official hardware dont get it… Expand
  9. M4jin
    Sep 23, 2020
    9
    Great collection to have and carry around.Mario 64 was a bit hard at beginning with the controls but once you figure it out its easy.The other 2 are masterpieces.I guess snowflake kids and sony pony/xbone fans bombed the review cuz they are jealous.Only gamers that can truly appreciate a good game will understand what we have in this collection.
  10. TheBeast11
    Sep 30, 2020
    9
    I really liked the game, mainly because of having Super Mario Sunshine, a game I didn't have the opportunity to have when I was a kid. My only criticism is of Super Mario 64, as I think it should be widescreen, and the menu could be a little cooler. But in fact the game is very good!
  11. alxs621
    Oct 28, 2022
    8
    A great collection of some of the best games the franchise has to offer, including Galaxy 2 and 3D Land would have sweetened the deal.
  12. Tr4wtek
    Sep 20, 2020
    9
    A pesar de todas las críticas me parece que es una colección muy buena, que si bien se pudo hacer mejor, la colección se hizo bien, y hablando de sunshine y galaxy se hizo un trabajo increíble, excelente colección
  13. jordanchicksen
    Sep 21, 2020
    8
    Even if the game was bare in extra content (such as behind the scenes development information), it was lovely to revisit some of t best games of all time, and even playing 64 for the very first time.
  14. Dukh3
    Sep 30, 2020
    10
    Los juegos son los originales, se ven mejor pero conservan todo. Para mucha gente no es lo mejor, pero realmente yo quería jugarlos tal cual los jugué y es lo que tengo. Cambiaría la magia si tocan algo.
  15. MinePlay512
    Sep 23, 2020
    9
    Close to being a masterpiece because you can play 3 great Mario game, In the end however, I give Super Mario 3D All-Stars a 9 due to a few bugs and issues, overall it's a great game.
  16. Flopp
    Sep 21, 2020
    9
    Finally, I can play Sunshine and Galaxy thus wherever I want to be! I have never finished 64 so this is the best opportunity to finish it, I know they could work a little more on this collection but its everything that I have been dreaming
  17. SplatGrl91
    Oct 28, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For someone who never had the chance to play the three games in the package, this is a great purchase to catch up on what you've missed out. Taking the typical $60 price tag and dividing it by three means that Super Mario 64, Super Mario Sunshine, and Super Mario Galaxy are $20 a pop, and that's a deal I can get behind. However, I understand that the bare bones of this package with nothing but a bunch of emulated remasters and soundtracks that could easily be found on Spotify do not really satisfy on the same level as a 35th anniversary. I want to blame COVID-19 on this because I imagine Nintendo wanted to do more, but the circumstances didn't allow them to really push it to the next level. In the end, the games are the stars of this All-Stars collection, and it's worth it if you view each full game as a $20 purchase and ignore everything else.

    Now on to each game individually:

    Super Mario 64
    This gets nothing but raves and adoration from the internet, but when I first started the game, I struggled with finding Bomb-Omb Battlefield. Then I was perplexed by the fact that everytime you grab a star, you are sent back to the hub world. This just shows you how little I knew about 3D Mario games, how much we take the modern gaming industry for granted, and how much of a spoiled child I was for playing Super Mario Odyssey and never being kicked out of a world for collecting one star. Because of this learning curve, the completion of this game didn't feel satisfying. Also, the camera work sucks.

    Super Mario Sunshine
    Like Super Mario 64, I was actually looking forward to playing this title, then I realized the worlds got slightly bigger, and FLUDD was a giant learning curve for a noob like me. I spent the first half trying to figure out the difference between ZR and R just to get the right movement going while spraying and mentally remembering that X is actually a big deal (unlike most titles). I don't mind the voice-acting, but the story is insane. How did we get from happy times like Isle Delfino, sunshine, and vacations, and go straight to jails, court trials, and community service? That's the last thing i think about in a Mario game. Also, when Princess Peach is finally kidnapped for real at Pinna Park, I kept screaming at her to run during the cut-scene. This character is useless, and cannot fend for herself on the smallest great ideas. Unlike Super Mario 64, once I got the hang of the controls, I found myself loving the grind of finding Shines and the Blue Coins, even though Super Mario Odyssey spoiled me again in identifying each collectible with a name and number, and where their locations were.

    Super Mario Galaxy
    This was the one I was least looking forward to because I couldn't get over how the very integrated Wii controls would work in handheld mode. I have a Switch Lite, and all I could think of was, "How am I going to collect all of those star bits that just fling on the screen willy-nilly?" And yes, the handheld mode is a little cumbersome, but that didn't stop me from collecting thousands of star bits when I got the chance. Out of the three, this is my favorite. The controls are perfected for movement. Collecting everything and anything is a blast. The challenge comets are difficult, but not impossible. And for an added bonus, each game file allows completing the game twice (once as Mario and once as Luigi). Completing is rewarding and doesn't feel like a task, and I look forward to the end of the work day where I can kick back and go get more power stars.

    TL;DR: 3D All-Stars is slim when it comes to bringing three classics for a 35th anniversary, but the games are fun to explore, and are worth the price of admission, but if you are waiting to see if they will come out individually when April 2021 rolls around, then I understand.    … Expand
  18. Mockba_bt378
    Sep 22, 2020
    9
    Getting 3 of the best games of all time is a definite win. All three have had some improvements. They aren't remakes or remasters though. They got some extra polish and a changed control scheme to match the Switch. Do not expect graphics like in Mario Odyssey. But these games ARE fun. I've never played any of them so I have no nostalgic bias.
  19. Alantrevino
    Sep 20, 2020
    8
    Compré este juego el dia de lanzamiento en formato físico y en cuestion de gráficos se ve hermoso tanto en handheld cómo en TV, pero a Mario64 le faltó un ajuste panorámico a la pantalla, fuera de ahí todo lo demás me gustó, en especial los controles que se sienten tan naturales como jugar con el control de la n64.
    Jugué muy poco sunshine pero me encantó que en esta colección adaptaran el    Compré este juego el dia de lanzamiento en formato físico y en cuestion de gráficos se ve hermoso tanto en handheld cómo en TV, pero a Mario64 le faltó un ajuste panorámico a la pantalla, fuera de ahí todo lo demás me gustó, en especial los controles que se sienten tan naturales como jugar con el control de la n64.
    Jugué muy poco sunshine pero me encantó que en esta colección adaptaran el stick derecho para girar la cámara y galaxy se ve increíble, no lo jugué en la wii asi que no oiedo hacer la comparacion. Faltó el galaxy 2 para considerar completa esta colección. Tanto el menú como la galería para la música/soundtrack de los 3 juegos es de facil acceso y visualmente es genial. Sobresaliente a mi parecer    … Expand
  20. Arons
    Sep 20, 2020
    10
    En verdad se merece un dies, no solo por la nostalgia, sino por el hecho de que están en ful hd 6k 120fps y 100% legal y en la switch, en realidad es un juego que si o si debes de obtener para estas navidades, pues si lo que quieres es un buen juego (en este caso, 3) que te de muchísimas horas de diversión debes tener este juego si o si
  21. NoobGrajeda99
    Sep 20, 2020
    9
    Una colección que no se puede perder aquel que no haya jugado alguno de estas tres joyas en su momento. Se pudo haber agregado una galería de arte, pero estos tres tienen un brillo propio.
    Indispensable para quienes posean un Nintendo Switch y que quieran viajar a una galaxia lejana, una isla paradisíaca o volar sobre mundos coloridos.
  22. GToMaster
    Sep 20, 2020
    9
    Whatever you may think of how they did the Collection. Super Mario 3D All Stars brings Mario 64, Sunshine and Galaxy to the Nintendo Switch. Some of the best games of all time are wherever you go. Emulating the games wasn't really a surprise to me, and I don't really mind. the games are still there and I love them (Galaxy 2 would've been cool though). It may feel a bit lackluster, butWhatever you may think of how they did the Collection. Super Mario 3D All Stars brings Mario 64, Sunshine and Galaxy to the Nintendo Switch. Some of the best games of all time are wherever you go. Emulating the games wasn't really a surprise to me, and I don't really mind. the games are still there and I love them (Galaxy 2 would've been cool though). It may feel a bit lackluster, but Super Mario 3D All Stars is one of the best ways to experience these three incredible titles.… Expand
  23. KBROZOV
    Sep 21, 2020
    9
    I would give this a 10 because of historical value alone but the lack of any extras, even a manual necessitate the downgrade. The games play great but Mario 64 really needs a camera upgrade patch and would benefit from being 16:9.
  24. TrshBrth
    Sep 21, 2020
    9
    Honestly people have been complaining about this game and I just dont agree. 3 full games for 60 USD is a steal. IDC if they are roms and you can play them on your PC for free. I want to play them on the go and Nintendo lets me do that for a very decent price in my eyes. Also Super Mario galaxy looks fantastic and is worth the price alone on the switch. Get this game
  25. Babalee
    Jun 22, 2023
    8
    I understand why people dislike this collection, but in my opinion the fact that it even exists is really awesome. Three of Mario's best experiences in better quality on an official Nintendo system is just amazing to me. Now even though there are graphic buffs and (in two of the games) frame buffs in this collection, I wouldn't say it's the best way to play any of these games. All of theI understand why people dislike this collection, but in my opinion the fact that it even exists is really awesome. Three of Mario's best experiences in better quality on an official Nintendo system is just amazing to me. Now even though there are graphic buffs and (in two of the games) frame buffs in this collection, I wouldn't say it's the best way to play any of these games. All of the originals feel more natural, but it's still an great experience and a must have on the switch if you're a Mario fan.… Expand
  26. wicktus
    Sep 24, 2020
    7
    Those games are great and worth playing especially if you missed one or two.

    However if you are expecting a whole new experience, don't, same bugs, same shortcomings, I feel they could have given more respect to those three PILLARS of Mario games and do a proper remake. Galaxy or Sunshine are wonderful games for me and I feel this was done so lazily, those masterpieces were not really    Those games are great and worth playing especially if you missed one or two.

    However if you are expecting a whole new experience, don't, same bugs, same shortcomings, I feel they could have given more respect to those three PILLARS of Mario games and do a proper remake.
    Galaxy or Sunshine are wonderful games for me and I feel this was done so lazily, those masterpieces were not really respected in all honesty.

    Sunshine could have easily take advantage of Gyro, upgraded water texture/physics for instance.

    I mean the games are great, the port are not,...I read it's emulated games even..

    Considering it's a limited release and if you missed galaxy or Sunshine, seriously take this tho.    … Expand
  27. Slownenberg
    Sep 24, 2020
    9
    A collection of three of the absolute best 3D Platformers ever. HD graphics added so the games look phenomenal. It is a joy to get back into these games after so many years, and all on the same system and in one package! Disappointing Nintendo oddly included Galaxy but left out Galaxy 2, but still a fantastic value considering its three of the best Mario games in one game.

    The only    A collection of three of the absolute best 3D Platformers ever. HD graphics added so the games look phenomenal. It is a joy to get back into these games after so many years, and all on the same system and in one package! Disappointing Nintendo oddly included Galaxy but left out Galaxy 2, but still a fantastic value considering its three of the best Mario games in one game.

    The only thing that keeps it from being a 10 rating is that Nintendo put almost no effort into providing extra features and goodies in the package. The first Mario All-Stars had a ton of extra work that went into it, while this 3D All-Stars are only adds a music list with no extra goodies. It's more like a straight collection rather than something deserving of the All-Stars branding, but as far as collections go its hard to beat this incredible package! If they had also included Galaxy 2 I could have overlooked the lack of extras, but as is both missing an obvious inclusion and no extras keeps it from the highest rating.

    The games look great in HD, and they play and feel exactly how you remember - which is fantastic (outside of the dated camera issues). It's an absolute blast to play back through these classics!    … Expand
  28. ianproductionzz
    Oct 1, 2020
    9
    This a really good Collection. I don't know why people are complaining about the price. all three of the original games cost well over 100 dollars. 60 bucks isn't even enough for three of the greatest games of all time in HD. Most Mario games are 60 bucks. And it doesn't matter that that SM64 isn't widescreen it's an old game, it wasn't made for widescreen. the only problem i have with theThis a really good Collection. I don't know why people are complaining about the price. all three of the original games cost well over 100 dollars. 60 bucks isn't even enough for three of the greatest games of all time in HD. Most Mario games are 60 bucks. And it doesn't matter that that SM64 isn't widescreen it's an old game, it wasn't made for widescreen. the only problem i have with the game is that Sunshine doesn't work well with the Gamecube Controller… Expand
  29. VanillaCone
    Oct 2, 2020
    9
    I know some game industry practices are some cuestionable, but the game mechanics of those classic jewels still are good as time ago.
    so bad that they take out the So long line...
    that's why i give 9/10
  30. MarioKid96
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    There are people complaining about this game not including super Mario galaxy 2 but I don't care! This game collection includes Super Mario 64, Super Mario Sunshine, and Super Mario Galaxy, I never played the original Mario 64 I played the ds version, and I never played sunshine or galaxy if u are looking for a good game then get this game
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  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Apr 28, 2021
    70
    Nintendo had the chance to knock this one out of the park, but they settled for a bunt. [Issue #49 – November/December 2020, p. 72]
  2. iMore
    Mar 5, 2021
    80
    The classic games have been ported over to the Nintendo Switch with upscaled graphics. The old controls feel clunky compared to modern gaming standards, but if you already love these games, this makes for a great purchase.
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  3. Ninty Fresh Magazine
    Dec 21, 2020
    75
    Super Mario 3D All-Stars is three masterpiece games in a lacklustre package thanks to poor upgrades, contrived control choices and barely any extra content. [Issue #2, p. 72]
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