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
  31. yoshilover4life
    Oct 4, 2020
    10
    When I found out that there was going to be a release of older Mario games I was very excited. I have only played Super Mario Galaxy before this was released for a few minutes and, in my opinion, the controls were HORRIBLE. But in the All-stars the controls were way much smoother and easier to guide. And with 64, I haven't played much of it yet but so far it's decent. Then about SuperWhen I found out that there was going to be a release of older Mario games I was very excited. I have only played Super Mario Galaxy before this was released for a few minutes and, in my opinion, the controls were HORRIBLE. But in the All-stars the controls were way much smoother and easier to guide. And with 64, I haven't played much of it yet but so far it's decent. Then about Super Mario sunshine... ITS SO MUCH FUN!!! Yeah, It is probably my favorite of them all and probably one of my favorite games of all time. It is challenging, but that makes it fun and all the aspects of it too. And the best of all (not really) its 3 games for the price of one, so if you like two of them but not the other its basically worth $30 and $20 if you like them all. So it's just worth it in general.… Expand
  32. vidcritic
    Oct 8, 2020
    9
    Super Mario 3D All Stars is a great collection of 3 of Mario's most iconic adventures, and all 3 are the definitive versions of these games.
  33. Dinos10
    May 2, 2021
    9
    For me, Super Mario 3D All-Stars is an excellent port because I haven't had N64, Gamecube, and Wii, for this reason, this is a perfect game for me, but if Nintendo had added something else to this collection, for example, the original art of each of the games, Super Mario Galaxy 2. etc. it would have been a perfect collection for everyone
  34. mla88
    Nov 17, 2020
    8
    I was really disappointed with this game initially, due to the camera controls and FLUDD controls, which had been changed (inverted) with no option to revert to the original controls. Having to fight against muscle memory to control the game properly was annoying, especially in Sunshine.

    The most recent update fixed this and added invert camera options so it's a lot better now. In a    I was really disappointed with this game initially, due to the camera controls and FLUDD controls, which had been changed (inverted) with no option to revert to the original controls. Having to fight against muscle memory to control the game properly was annoying, especially in Sunshine.

    The most recent update fixed this and added invert camera options so it's a lot better now.

    In a future update, it would be good if they added button mapping options within the individual games. I would like to switch the functions of the R and ZR buttons in Sunshine; it would feel a lot more intuitive to me if it was the other way around (so ZR would be shooting water while standing still).
    (I'm aware that there is an option to change button mappings in the Switch settings, but it doesn't work with all controllers and it is a bit of a faff to turn it on and off.)

    An option for a updated, modernised camera controls in 64 would also be a good addition.    … Expand
  35. Mudblood09
    Oct 15, 2020
    8
    I like the games and all, but It would have been nice if Super Mario 64 was upscaled to 1080p, and everything could have been remastered like the original on the Super Nintendo.
  36. nageaT
    Oct 15, 2020
    8
    Super Mario 3d all stars is a very strange case. The 3 games included are all previous releases, and while they're all great games, there are little changes made to them. Super Mario 64 has it's textures and ui upscaled to HD and has a few bug fixes. Most notably, the patching of the infamous 'backwards long jump'. One issue is the fact that the game wasn't converted to wide-screen. SuperSuper Mario 3d all stars is a very strange case. The 3 games included are all previous releases, and while they're all great games, there are little changes made to them. Super Mario 64 has it's textures and ui upscaled to HD and has a few bug fixes. Most notably, the patching of the infamous 'backwards long jump'. One issue is the fact that the game wasn't converted to wide-screen. Super Mario Sunshine got HD upscaling and was converted to wide-screen. Finally, Super Mario Galaxy was upscaled to HD and the controls are noticeably different (whether it's better is up for debate). For some reason, Nintendo neglected to include Super Mario Galaxy 2 in the collection, despite it being a perfect choice for it. The three games included are some of the best games ever made though, but if you already own them you may feel like the small changes aren't worth it. However, if these three games aren't already in your library then I'd totally recommend this collection!… Expand
  37. Roomforgaming
    Oct 31, 2020
    10
    I know some people saz its pricy but as someone who didnt plaz this games in full i like all of them are masterpieces so a big 10 from me now dont mind me going to get a few more stars
  38. radisues
    Nov 1, 2020
    10
    Its just amazing games and i don't care for anything else, btw i never played these games before
  39. Legrand
    Dec 26, 2020
    10
    Un viaje al pasado con 3 grandes juegos, quizá de podría haber hecho una mejor adaptación
  40. ValkyriaDG
    Nov 7, 2020
    10
    3 Clásicos 3D de Super Mario que merecen muchísimo la Pena. Son juegos muy entretenidos y Con muchas horas de juego.
  41. Mirayaanali1234
    Feb 10, 2021
    10
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  42. 26thgamer
    Dec 1, 2020
    8
    These games are some of my favorite games of all time and to finally play mario galaxy and mario sunshine portably is amazing. In my opinion to play these game portable is worth the 60 dollar price alone. But it would have been nice to see a galery or maybe just a bit more effort in the menus
  43. ComedyCrunch
    Jan 5, 2021
    8
    I would like to give this a 10 because come on, 3 Mario games for 60 bucks. BUT.....
    I've heard of Nintendo using an emulator to emulate these games and just improving the games looks by a little. You can literally own the original games and download them onto an emulator. I heard of an emulator called dolphin where you can push the resolution up to 4 f***ing K!
  44. JordiMesen
    Feb 10, 2021
    10
    Excelente juego, una compilación de tres de los mejores juegos de Mario y no solo de Mario también de todos los juegos de la historia, lástima que no incluyeron el Super Mario Galaxy 2, pero es un precio más que justo por tres joyas de este calibre
  45. Nxgamer
    Feb 24, 2021
    10
    If you have never played any if them it’s a 10
    If you have played some or all of them it’s overpriced and probably not worth it.
  46. PrincessRescuer
    Feb 17, 2021
    8
    The best 3D Mario offering on the Switch IMO. Classics preserved without too much updating. Every language is available, even Korean in Galaxy! Please play this instead of Odyssey, 3DW, or Bowser’s Fury World- these games are much better.
  47. javi_741
    Mar 13, 2021
    8
    While I agree that this is a lazy collection and could've been so much more, I'm still gonna give this game a solid 8 out of 10 because at the end of the day. While these are lazy ports and the could've been so much more, they are still amazing games that will give you hours of entertainment even if the ports aren't ambitious. Even by how lazy this collection is I'd still recommend to pickWhile I agree that this is a lazy collection and could've been so much more, I'm still gonna give this game a solid 8 out of 10 because at the end of the day. While these are lazy ports and the could've been so much more, they are still amazing games that will give you hours of entertainment even if the ports aren't ambitious. Even by how lazy this collection is I'd still recommend to pick it up since these 3 games are so amazing and they could take up to 100 hours to 100% complete all 3 games as there is enough content in these games to keep you entertained for a long time, especially if you haven't tried one or any of these games this is the perfect time to try them out. This is the best official way to experience this retro content (although that's not saying much).

    However, this collection is a disappointment in many ways, not the games themselves but what it could've been. For one thing, Super Mario 64 isn't even widescreen when we've seen PC modders being able to do that very easily with so much less money and resources than the global billion dollar company Nintendo. There aren't many control or picture options which are features you'd expect from an anniversary collection, not even the slightest additions of textures to make the games look better. However, the thing that baffles me the most is that Mario 64 and Mario Sunshine still run at 30fps when we've seen PC mods able to run those games easily at 60. It baffles me that Nintendo didn't even take the effort to make these games 60fps ESPECIALLY when Mario Sunshine already had a 60fps build at one point for the Gamecube. Also outside of these ports, Nintendo didn't really add much of anything interesting to celebrate the 35th anniversary of Mario. No behind the scenes footage of the creation of these games, no interesting trailers or art, or much of anything at all. The only real content 3d all stars gives a soundtrack, but in the year 2021 with our smart device always connected to YT and the Internet, do you even need the soundtrack when you could just go straight to youtube and access thousands of Nintendo or video game soundtracks

    Honestly, I feel like this collection is disrespectful to gaming's number 1 icon that in the past 35 years always strived in being in the most consumer friendly and fun    … Expand
  48. Mckenzieawesome
    Mar 30, 2021
    10
    Super Mario 3d All-Stars is probably the best game collection yet. It has 3 amazing 3D Mario games Super Mario 64, Super Mario Sunshine, and Super Mario Galaxy. games that are separately some of the best-rated games of all time! this game is a must buy and there's only 1 more day to get it.
  49. ANTIMETACRITIC
    May 4, 2021
    10
    Tres grandes juegos de Mario, que suelen ser de lo mejor, en un cartucho, o tarjeta. Y aún los hay que le ponen un cero patatero.
  50. JeanLouRate
    May 18, 2021
    9
    This game show me what was -Super Mario 64
    -Super Mario Sunshine
    -Super Mario Galaxy

    As a Nintendo fan since 2009 I never play these games before and it's super nice to play them with the switch.
  51. Altendo
    Feb 25, 2023
    0
    NIntendo just wants money. Galaxy 2 was the last good 3D Mario game, afterwards, they all sucked and just wanted money. Speaking of, they chose to exclude Galaxy 2 to get more money for their value.
  52. baynejordanjaco
    Sep 16, 2022
    10
    I played super Mario 64 I'll beat super Mario 64 on the Nintendo 64 and I have super Mario 64 on the DS when I was little and super Mario sunshine which I didn't beat on gamecube super Mario galaxy I didn't beat that one on the wii I just been super Mario sunshine on the NiIntendo switch and I just beat super Mario galaxy on the NiIntendo switch and now I need to beat super Mario 64 on theI played super Mario 64 I'll beat super Mario 64 on the Nintendo 64 and I have super Mario 64 on the DS when I was little and super Mario sunshine which I didn't beat on gamecube super Mario galaxy I didn't beat that one on the wii I just been super Mario sunshine on the NiIntendo switch and I just beat super Mario galaxy on the NiIntendo switch and now I need to beat super Mario 64 on the NiIntendo switch… Expand
  53. PipPenrod
    Apr 26, 2022
    8
    It's three of the greatest platformers of all time in one mediocre emulator. Super Mario 64 is arguably the worst port of the bunch, with Sunshine being the best. Galaxy is an amazing game, but I like it better on the Wii. I really wish that you could use the music player with the screen off like in Super Smash Bros., but it doesn't bother me that much.
  54. AniMadion
    May 1, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I liked the collection of Mario games. Only of course in Super Mario 64 the format is not very 16:9. But I liked it anyway! I recommend this!… Expand
  55. Pip_Penrod
    May 27, 2022
    8
    It's a disappointingly decent port of three amazing games. I would recommend if you have no other way to play them, however, each of the games are better on their original consoles. The music player is disappointing too, because you can't play the music while the console is asleep.
  56. Nintendist
    Jul 2, 2022
    10
    this collection is so good with many good games on it. i love it so much, yes nintendo!
  57. DoktarioMyst
    Oct 14, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Super Mario 64

    - outdated physics

    - zwakke bazen

    - wing cap is moeilijk te controleren

    - de screen ratio is niet aangepast voor geen reden

    - L is not real

    conclusie:
    deze game is outdated, speel Sunshine als je dit gameplay type leuk vindt

    Super Mario Sunshine

    = eerlijk ik was afgeschrikt om 100% te proberen

    + tof en unieke gameplay

    + intresante bazen

    - non F.L.U.D.D. stages zijn clunky

    + intresante theming

    +/- blue coins zijn tof om te vinden maar niet om te zoeken

    - L is not real

    Super Mario Galaxy

    + deze game alleen is de prijs waard

    + elke missie is uniek met unieke levels. en wanneer ze worden hergebruikt veranderen ze veel om het uniek te houden

    + de bazen zijn een highlight.

    + deze is uitdagend maar ook tof tegelijkertijd

    + de motion controls werken perfect

    + de spin jump is nu een knopdruk

    +/- de power-ups zijn gevarieerd. maar sommige hebben een tijdlimiet die niet nodig is

    + dit is een mainline Mario game met een diepe (emotionele) story

    +/- de cometen geven extra uitdaging. er zijn er wel teveel met een tijdlimiet
    + dit is de eerste game waar ik de game op 100% moet spelen omdat ik anders geweldige content mis + L is real conclusie: deze game is geweldig. dit is een game waar ik het gewoon op 100% moet spelen zo geweldig is het. de game heeft ook zoveel variatie volledige: 64 is outdated Sunshine is tof Galaxy is een perfecte game persoonlijk is extra content voor collecties (zoals concept,etc..) niet nodig. ik ga toch alleen de games spelen. Galaxy alleen is deze game waard    … Expand
  58. W1LD1FIRE
    Jan 9, 2023
    8
    Great port! This was a really good way to relive these 3 classic games, especially Galaxy for me. Although I think the menu could be better, it was temporary for those who didn't get it, andmore importantly, it needed Galaxy 2. Other than that, awesome game!
  59. FunkyPopMan
    Jan 14, 2023
    10
    It's a collection of the first three 3-D Super Mario's all in one. It's useful to access all three of the games on the go or at home. There's not much to say except the lack of button mapping and the fact that the Shindou Version was included which has the BLJ patched out and there were only text changes re-mapped buttons to fit the console it released on. The biggest thing is people areIt's a collection of the first three 3-D Super Mario's all in one. It's useful to access all three of the games on the go or at home. There's not much to say except the lack of button mapping and the fact that the Shindou Version was included which has the BLJ patched out and there were only text changes re-mapped buttons to fit the console it released on. The biggest thing is people are upset about this as it's not a remaster and while they could have done WAY more than they did, they didn't promise they were going to remaster it. It is sad that there are no remasters but it's a great collection for people who don't have easy access to these amazing games. It even includes the soundtracks to the games on the title menu! All this said, it's really for people who lost their old stuff or never had the stuff to begin with or maybe who're just too lazy to switch between consoles. It is disappointing that there are no significant changes though but as a collection, it's great! ....Just remember you can't Backwards Long Jump… Expand
  60. Filippo23
    Mar 17, 2023
    9
    This game deserves a lot more credit.
    Firstly, it's a compilation of three great games (two of them are the cream of crop of Super Mario series).
    Secondly, it's a fine port for The Switch. Of course, NIntendo could remastered Super Mario 64 and put it in widescreen. But the graphics of Sunshine are great and the Galaxy game are superb. For me it's not an 10/10 because of the idea of    This game deserves a lot more credit.
    Firstly, it's a compilation of three great games (two of them are the cream of crop of Super Mario series).
    Secondly, it's a fine port for The Switch. Of course, NIntendo could remastered Super Mario 64 and put it in widescreen. But the graphics of Sunshine are great and the Galaxy game are superb.
    For me it's not an 10/10 because of the idea of give it a limited edition run. But it's a must-by Switch game for sure.    … Expand
  61. TheQuietGamer
    Apr 27, 2021
    8
    A collection of the three of the most notable Mario titles from the N64, GameCube, and Wii eras upscaled in HD. It doesn't offer anything in the way of improvements or new content, so the only the only real bonus you'll get from the package is the option to listen to each game's full soundtrack in its entirety any time you want. This understandably makes it a hard sell for those who haveA collection of the three of the most notable Mario titles from the N64, GameCube, and Wii eras upscaled in HD. It doesn't offer anything in the way of improvements or new content, so the only the only real bonus you'll get from the package is the option to listen to each game's full soundtrack in its entirety any time you want. This understandably makes it a hard sell for those who have already experienced these games, but if you're like me and never played them before it's not so much of a big deal. Especially since each one still carries the distinctive feel of its original console even on this new hardware.

    I was surprised how well Super Mario 64 still holds up after all these years. The restrictive camera is a constant source of frustration, but with a few exceptions (those dang slides...) the level design and puzzles are still some of the best in the genre. It's easy to see why this is considered one of the best platformers ever made. Plus it might be more playable than ever here on the Switch because you don't have to put up with the Nintendo 64's awkward M-shaped controller.

    9/10

    Shockingly the title that's aged the worst is Sunshine which originally came out on the GameCube back in 2002 making it a full 6 years younger than the game I just got finished talking about! On top of the controls being somewhat loose, Mario's movements feel too unwieldy in design for the level of precision required to make it past some obstacles. This leads to a portion of the challenges being an absolute nightmare to complete and to make matters worse this is the only game where you don't have the freedom to skip certain stages if you want to. Meaning that you have to suffer through its worst moments to see the end. The majority of the time it's still an excellent experience and I absolutely loved the visual style and bright, colorful island environments. Yet, the way it frequently shifts between being a masterpiece to reaching 3D Sonic levels of bad makes it easily the worst Mario I've played to date. Which at the end of the day is still actually pretty great.

    8.3/10

    Galaxy, being the newest and therefore the most refined, of course stands out as the best part of the package. It's unique gravity mechanics turn the platforming quite literally on its head allowing for one of a kind scenarios that remarkably haven't been replicated anywhere other than in the game's own sequel since. Plus it has so much content that in order to fully complete everything you have to play through it more than once, and nearly every aspect has been so meticulously crafted that it's genuinely worth doing so. The one quibble I have is with the motion controls. I can't attest to their quality on the Wii as I never tried that version, but I feel fairly confident in saying they didn't make the jump over to the Switch very well. Those playing in handheld mode or who own the "Lite" model must often make unsatisfactory use of the touchscreen and at its lowest points resort to things like tilting or rotating the actual console itself. Far from game breaking, but are nonetheless elements of an otherwise incredible game that I would have rather not experienced.

    9.2/10

    Due to it's time-limited release (which as of this writing has already passed) 3D All-Stars will one day make a nice collector's item, and if you've never played the games before this is probably the best way to do so as it's likely going to be cheaper the hunting them all three down individually. My overall score for the compilation itself is based on an average of the scores you can see listed above that I gave to each of the included titles themselves.

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  62. Reed618
    May 16, 2021
    10
    Absolutely loved this collection. Personally having never played 64 it stood out as the weakest of the three. The camera controls are pretty bad and movement feels less precise than in later entries. It's also tough to figure out what to do a lot of the time but it was a fun experience overall.

    Revisiting sunshine was just an absolute pleasure. I'd forgotten how much fun that game is.    Absolutely loved this collection. Personally having never played 64 it stood out as the weakest of the three. The camera controls are pretty bad and movement feels less precise than in later entries. It's also tough to figure out what to do a lot of the time but it was a fun experience overall.

    Revisiting sunshine was just an absolute pleasure. I'd forgotten how much fun that game is. There are a couple of annoying levels. The chuckster one and yoshi's fruit adventure can be a little annoying but the vast majority of the game is just pure fun. The story has quite a bit of charm to it as well.

    This was my first time playing galaxy and boy was it a joy to play through. It's a little lacking in challenge I think but there's so much fun and creativity present that I just had a really amazing time playing through it.

    The only real downside is that these games were removed from the e-shop. It's a shame that Nintendo would remove it. I can't fault the games themselves though. It would also be nice if they'd included super mario galaxy 2 as well. I'd love to try it.

    I also found the collection kind of highlighted some of the issues with odyssey. Having gone back and replayed odyssey I can see how the lack of challenge, the ease of finding power moons and the focus on exploration over platforming would frustrate some long time fans.    … Expand
  63. nusco
    Feb 22, 2022
    9
    A collection of the first three 3D Mario games.

    CONS: NINTENDO'S EXPLOITATION AT ITS WORST: This game was only available in shops and on the eShop for a limited time, creating artifical scarcity. Nintendo is not always anti-consumer, but when it is, it stoops pretty low. MARIO 64 IS MORE ABOUT NOSTALGIA THAN ANYTHING: Mario 64 was revolutionary when it came out, and it's still    A collection of the first three 3D Mario games.

    CONS:

    NINTENDO'S EXPLOITATION AT ITS WORST: This game was only available in shops and on the eShop for a limited time, creating artifical scarcity. Nintendo is not always anti-consumer, but when it is, it stoops pretty low.

    MARIO 64 IS MORE ABOUT NOSTALGIA THAN ANYTHING: Mario 64 was revolutionary when it came out, and it's still uncanny how many new ideas this game nailed–but it didn't nail *all* of them, and today it often feels frustrating and unfriendly. That darn camera!

    SUNSHINE IS HIT AND MISS: Of the three games, Super Mario Sunshine is the most controversial. Whatever your thoughts, it's certainly a game that should have been better balanced, ridden with frustrating moments and difficulty spikes.

    PROS:

    THREE IMMORTAL CLASSICS: You can dissect each game and evaluate its strenghts and weaknesses. Still, nobody can deny that ach of these games deserves a place in the history of videogames.

    A HUGE AMOUNT OF CONTENT: Just completing these three games can keep you busy for dozens of hours. If you ever decide to 100% one or more of them… prepare to spend a very, very long time on this collection.

    SUPER MARIO GALAXY: Super Mario Galaxy is still a fantastic game. If it came out today, it would still be one of the best games of the year, and one of the highest notes ever hit by the Mario series.    … Expand
  64. RyanElliott
    Dec 4, 2020
    9
    Honestly love this game, it can use a few tweaks for controllers though, other then that it's great!
  65. Jetspino
    Apr 26, 2021
    1
    Shameless cash grab on a series of games that did not age well. Should have been free release for Nintendo online subscribers.
  66. LtLynx
    Jun 27, 2021
    7
    Nice emulation, but I would've loved to see Mario 64 at full screen. Moreover, I miss save states for SM64, which the Wii U version had. Missing Super Mario Galaxy 2 prevents this review from a green score.
  67. IxAMxNIGHTMARE
    May 15, 2023
    0
    Unplayable due to input lag. I think only fan people who haven't played it can think it's good.Great titles but you will need the original system and games in order for a button to do what it's suppose to do, when it's suppose to do it. A search of "Super Mario 3D All Stars Lag" on either Reddit or Twitter will reveal that it's that bad. Also the games are emulated and Mario 64 is actuallyUnplayable due to input lag. I think only fan people who haven't played it can think it's good.Great titles but you will need the original system and games in order for a button to do what it's suppose to do, when it's suppose to do it. A search of "Super Mario 3D All Stars Lag" on either Reddit or Twitter will reveal that it's that bad. Also the games are emulated and Mario 64 is actually downgraded from its original.… Expand
  68. The_Nametag
    Jun 26, 2021
    4
    Three classic games in an absolutely shameful collection. This product doesn't come anywhere close to living up to Nintendo's usual standard. The games are all the original games playing in emulators - flawed emulators. Enhanced graphics are done by having the emulator swap out textures with higher resolution ones on the fly. Sure, that's something that's been done before, and since.Three classic games in an absolutely shameful collection. This product doesn't come anywhere close to living up to Nintendo's usual standard. The games are all the original games playing in emulators - flawed emulators. Enhanced graphics are done by having the emulator swap out textures with higher resolution ones on the fly. Sure, that's something that's been done before, and since. But the emulators themselves are buggy as well. There's a lot of popping of models. There's graphics glitches. There's a lack of widescreen support. What the world was expecting was to see the games remade with better graphics, like the original Super Mario All-Stars. What the world received was one of the laziest compilation jobs out there. At the very least, the collection did include some side content, mostly in a music player. But that doesn't redeem that the games themselves, already limited to three with several other titles that people were looking for absent, were presented this badly.… Expand
  69. Tobster3657
    Jul 31, 2021
    9
    I loved this collection, would give a 10 if it didn't have a limited release and had Galaxy 2
  70. Skalgar01
    Feb 24, 2021
    9
    It's a pretty good collection of three timeless classics that could've been even better.
  71. AsalCristian
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    Estos 3 juegos me parecen maravillosos. Cada uno por lo suyo. Pero lo que hace de esta trilogía algo tan bueno, es el tercer y último juego, Mario Galaxy. En conclusión, esta trilogía brinda muchas memorias agradables de nuestra niñez y si quieres revivirlas, no lo pienses dos veces, píllate esta trilogía de cabeza.
  72. HunterMario
    Oct 31, 2020
    7
    Super Mario 3D All-Stars is a very good game but with poor effort with bonus features. Super Mario Galaxy is the best in this collection in my opinion because I think its controls are much better than the original. I also thought Super Mario 64 was pretty good but I think they could have done more with things like the graphics. I personally was bored in Sunshine sometimes and I also thinkSuper Mario 3D All-Stars is a very good game but with poor effort with bonus features. Super Mario Galaxy is the best in this collection in my opinion because I think its controls are much better than the original. I also thought Super Mario 64 was pretty good but I think they could have done more with things like the graphics. I personally was bored in Sunshine sometimes and I also think they could have done more like adjust the voice clips, etc. The bonus features were minimal and only really include a soundtrack.… Expand
  73. dupuisch
    Feb 1, 2021
    1
    These are all great games but lets be honest, zero effort was put into making this collection.

    And why wasn't Mario Galaxy 2 included!!!!???

    Shame on you Nintendo.
  74. luis18716
    Feb 8, 2021
    10
    simply a fun collection of games, Mario 64 is an all time classic. Mario galaxy is one of the most fun games I played in 2020 and although I have not tried Mario sunshine i'm exited to try it put
  75. IloveSuperMario
    Apr 22, 2021
    10
    3 amazing games, all in one package. The music is great, the games are amazing and the controls are quite good. It is such an honour for me personally to be able to play 3 of some of Mario’s best games when I never got to before.
  76. NTG07
    Aug 28, 2021
    10
    This Collection is in my opinion one of the best collections in history, Playing all of my favorite Mario games feels great the only bad thing about this collection is that there's no possible way to beat the game without any stars that's my only complainant about this game but other then that this collection is still awesome
  77. BLG
    Apr 3, 2021
    8
    Super Mario 3D All-Stars does a fantastic job of preserving the nostalgic titles included in the bundle, but this release does not fit in 2020. In an age where remasters/remakes of beloved games and franchises have dominated sales figures, like Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2 and Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy, it was an odd choice for Nintendo to simply release these classic games withoutSuper Mario 3D All-Stars does a fantastic job of preserving the nostalgic titles included in the bundle, but this release does not fit in 2020. In an age where remasters/remakes of beloved games and franchises have dominated sales figures, like Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2 and Crash Bandicoot N. Sane Trilogy, it was an odd choice for Nintendo to simply release these classic games without any apparent upgrades or changes. This bundle includes Super Mario 64, Super Mario Sunshine, and Super Mario Galaxy almost entirely in their original form. Besides the necessary Wii remote changes made for Super Mario Galaxy, these are exactly the same games you remember. Even down to the wonky camera from Super Mario 64, which should have been the first thing they changed. In addition to the odd choice to not improve these games, Nintendo is also enacting a forced scarcity model on this title by only selling it until March 31st, 2021. We are not making this up.

    This isn’t some remarkable collectors edition that comes with limited edition art or a cool steel case. This is a glorified emulator for two of the best games ever made and one okay game. Forced scarcity is a weird thing in the era of digital gaming. Do you expect me to believe that there is some bigger reason, beyond greed, that you can’t keep a digital game on your store longer than 6 months? All of this complaining and I haven’t even touched on the actual games yet, but for the most part, these are the same exact games that existed on their original consoles, good and bad included.

    The likelihood that this review enlightens you on some new aspect, of these two amazing games and one okay one, that hasn’t been covered over the last 20+ years is low. These games are markers for generations of gamers and signify the leaps we have made. They've driven the video game industry forward and laid down the framework for 3D platformers. Super Mario 64 signaled a change for what video games could be and the fact that it is included in this bundle elevates it to high levels. Even with Super Mario Sunshine trying to pull it down. To clarify, Super Mario Sunshine is not a bad game when compared to most 3D platformers. It is just an okay Mario game, especially in contrast to its successor, Super Mario Galaxy.

    Super Mario Galaxy revolutionized what a Mario game could be and it's an absolute delight to play. It's a whimsical and beautiful adventure through space that replicates a lot of the magic felt in Super Mario 64. It is worth noting that this was my first time playing Super Mario Sunshine and Super Mario Galaxy, and let me tell you, playing Super Mario Odyssey before these two paints them in a much different light than they were originally played in. Galaxy still has unmatched gravity mechanics and world design, but Sunshine falters significantly when it comes to creative environments and enjoyable move sets.

    The most stark realization after playing these three classics, in contrast to Super Mario Odyssey, is how unenjoyable it is to be taken out of a world after acquiring a star or shine. Odyssey beautifully maintains momentum when playing through worlds by allowing you to continue your adventure in the same location after obtaining a moon. This momentum is critical in a grueling game like Sunshine, where the difficulty level was turned up to 11, and the temptation to throw down your controller and turn off the console is high. For the most part, these three titles hold up very well, but they also highlight the masterful evolution that is Super Mario Odyssey.

    In summary, Super Mario 64 is as good as you remember, barring the camera issues. Super Mario Sunshine is still the black sheep of the Super Mario 3D family, though offering some interesting mechanics that are worth trying if you’ve never touched the title. And Super Mario Galaxy holds up pretty well as one of the best 3D Marios, even though it can feel awfully linear at times. Super Mario 3D All Stars is exactly what it is described as and nothing more. That being said, we discussed on a recent podcast episode who the demographic for this game is. We do not recommend this bundle to those who did not grow up with nostalgia for it, but would rather suggest Super Mario Odyssey for a new Switch owner. For those of us who have nostalgia for these titles, like the BLG team, we definitely recommend this. These three games are must haves for any fan of the classic 3D platforming genre. At the end of the day Busch League Gaming gives this a very nostalgic, biased 8 out of 10.

    For our full podcast review, visit https://www.buschleaguegaming.com/podcast/supermario3dallstarspodcast.    … Expand
  78. JAG7
    Jun 22, 2023
    9
    This are classics, stop the hate!!! The only reason to buy this on switch is for the advantage to play them portable. Sure maybe on an emulator is better but just stop the hate. This games are masterpieces on their own. The only thing bad as usual in this Mario 3D games is the bad camera control and some inaccurate controls l, specially flying and swimming (Mario Galaxy), water vacuumThis are classics, stop the hate!!! The only reason to buy this on switch is for the advantage to play them portable. Sure maybe on an emulator is better but just stop the hate. This games are masterpieces on their own. The only thing bad as usual in this Mario 3D games is the bad camera control and some inaccurate controls l, specially flying and swimming (Mario Galaxy), water vacuum (Mario Sunchine). Also on Galaxy the motion control works awful when in docked. That’s all.… Expand
  79. LINGU1NE
    Mar 23, 2021
    7
    I wouldn't call this collection bad, but it is a pretty lazy collection. Obviously it's great to be able to have these classics on modern systems, but it's all this game does. Yeah, it does let us listen to the soundtracks, but if I wanted to do that then I can just look them up on YouTube. This game should've cost 40 dollars, not 60. If it included more games such as Super Mario Galaxy 2I wouldn't call this collection bad, but it is a pretty lazy collection. Obviously it's great to be able to have these classics on modern systems, but it's all this game does. Yeah, it does let us listen to the soundtracks, but if I wanted to do that then I can just look them up on YouTube. This game should've cost 40 dollars, not 60. If it included more games such as Super Mario Galaxy 2 and Super Mario 3D Land, then it would've been justifiable. Also, the limited time availability is stupid.… Expand
  80. Pokerocks267
    Mar 28, 2021
    1
    The only reason I have this pathetic excuse of a collection above a zero is because the games are amazing games. This is the most lazy, bare minimum, and pathetic excuse for a collection in video game history. I bought this game second hand on purpose so I didn't support this collection of half assed ports with a power point menu screen that has no concept art, old trailers, or anything toThe only reason I have this pathetic excuse of a collection above a zero is because the games are amazing games. This is the most lazy, bare minimum, and pathetic excuse for a collection in video game history. I bought this game second hand on purpose so I didn't support this collection of half assed ports with a power point menu screen that has no concept art, old trailers, or anything to celebrate Mario's history whatsoever. The port jobs are terrible, especially with mario 64. Nintendo is a greedy selfish and terrible company and this collection makes that all the more clear. Especially with this being a limited release on purpose so people get scared and buy it before it becomes a scalpers wet dream. Absolutely pathetic.… Expand
  81. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 24, 2021
    10
    Super Mario Galaxy is my favorite Mario game of all time. Super Mario 64 is a classic that's nice to play from time to time, though a bit dated, despite what others say.

    There's another weird other game on there that I just ignore on there, though. Sunburn? Sunrise? Idk, man.
  82. YokoHugo
    Jul 30, 2022
    8
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  83. PanaSonci6
    May 28, 2021
    5
    I don't really like this collection. It was a limited release for digital and physical release and the price was really bad. And, they didn't even add Galaxy 2. And the budget? HOLY **** IT'S BAD. The menu is just, cheap like.
  84. JACOBJORDANBA
    Jun 22, 2021
    10
    I love super Mario 3d All-Stars I love that it has super Mario 64 super Mario Sunshine and super Mario Galaxy all in one and I was so mad when Nintendo was going to remove this on March 31th of 2021 when after they released it on September 18th of 2020 during the covid but I was happy when I posted a review saying when Nintendo remove super Mario 3d all star officers from all the stores weI love super Mario 3d All-Stars I love that it has super Mario 64 super Mario Sunshine and super Mario Galaxy all in one and I was so mad when Nintendo was going to remove this on March 31th of 2021 when after they released it on September 18th of 2020 during the covid but I was happy when I posted a review saying when Nintendo remove super Mario 3d all star officers from all the stores we will still have the game forever and ever without taking it back and route trade in it so so when everybody has grandkids they can play the supermarket so they can play the games we played when we were their age and that's no joke… Expand
  85. nahobino5_
    Jun 22, 2021
    2
    Fun because of nostalgia? Maybe. Other than that, not really. Personally, I feel like the controls are very wonky or just aged badly. Along with the clunky camera and the graphics are just okay. These ports are missing a polishing touch. Unfortunately, this was not that great for me. The 3D World port that came out alongside this game was way more enjoyable. It just felt incredibly smoothFun because of nostalgia? Maybe. Other than that, not really. Personally, I feel like the controls are very wonky or just aged badly. Along with the clunky camera and the graphics are just okay. These ports are missing a polishing touch. Unfortunately, this was not that great for me. The 3D World port that came out alongside this game was way more enjoyable. It just felt incredibly smooth and fun in comparison.… Expand
  86. JAKEJACOBJORD
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
  87. TGious
    Oct 17, 2021
    9
    Despite Nintendo's strange choices of making this a limited release and not including the DS version of Mario 64, this game really is a Miracle. Super Mario sunshine is my favorite Mario game outclassing odyssey by a slight amount, and galaxy and 64 aren't far behind. Every game in this collection is well worth your time, and although it is no longer available, anyone who has alreadyDespite Nintendo's strange choices of making this a limited release and not including the DS version of Mario 64, this game really is a Miracle. Super Mario sunshine is my favorite Mario game outclassing odyssey by a slight amount, and galaxy and 64 aren't far behind. Every game in this collection is well worth your time, and although it is no longer available, anyone who has already bought the game should be happy they did.… Expand
  88. RatchetR23
    Feb 2, 2022
    9
    Estos fueron los primeros de mario que juegue gracias a esta coleccion, y puedo decir con certezas, que son grandes joyas que no debes dejar pasar si eres el poseedor de una nintendo switch.
  89. JACOBJ
    Nov 14, 2021
    10
  90. Neko_-Tiger
    Nov 17, 2021
    9
    Not perfect but Great and shows why these games were beloved even though I avoided them on their respective consoles but now i get my chance to play and love them on the Nintendo Switch.
  91. JACOBJB
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
  92. JACOBJORDAN200
    Nov 25, 2021
    10
  93. JACOBJAKE
    Nov 26, 2021
    10
  94. JORDANJACOBJORD
    Jan 29, 2022
    10
    LAST TIME AND LAST AND FINAL 3 ACCOUNT 2 ON MY PHONE AND MY IPAD ! GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD good
  95. Ventu
    Apr 3, 2022
    7
    Super Mario 3D All-Star reune tres clásicos de Mario en tres dimensiones. Yo que no había podido jugar al 64 ni al Sunshine, he disfrutado mucho de estos juegos, aunque la remasterización podría ser bastante mejor. Algunos angulos y la cámara en según que situaciones no ayuda, por lo que en algunos momentos se le ven las costuras. A nivel personal, me parece que ha sido una oportunidadSuper Mario 3D All-Star reune tres clásicos de Mario en tres dimensiones. Yo que no había podido jugar al 64 ni al Sunshine, he disfrutado mucho de estos juegos, aunque la remasterización podría ser bastante mejor. Algunos angulos y la cámara en según que situaciones no ayuda, por lo que en algunos momentos se le ven las costuras. A nivel personal, me parece que ha sido una oportunidad perdida el no incluir el Galaxy 2. En general, si no has podido jugar a las versiones originales, merece la pena.… Expand
  96. DavidKF123
    Feb 9, 2022
    10
    Un muy buen juego se los recomiendo a todos lastima que la gente toxica y hater de nintendo se puso a hacerle review bombing para bajarle la nota deberia darles verguenza, un muy buen juego y una muy buena edicion de aniversario cien porciento recomendada.
  97. KIRB
    Mar 31, 2022
    10
  98. Gosaemasa
    Jul 25, 2022
    8
    ¡Tres clásicos reunidos en una colección de ensueño!

    Super Mario 3D All Stars es una colección de los primeros tres grandes juegos de Mario en 3D remasterizados y con pequeñas mejoras en calidad de vida (menús, interfaz etc...) que a su vez incluye las bandas sonoras de los tres títulos a las que se puede acceder desde el menú de inicio. En cuanto a los títulos: El Super Mario 64 es el    ¡Tres clásicos reunidos en una colección de ensueño!

    Super Mario 3D All Stars es una colección de los primeros tres grandes juegos de Mario en 3D remasterizados y con pequeñas mejoras en calidad de vida (menús, interfaz etc...) que a su vez incluye las bandas sonoras de los tres títulos a las que se puede acceder desde el menú de inicio. En cuanto a los títulos:

    El Super Mario 64 es el que sale peor parado, se le notan los años tanto a nivel gráfico como jugable, está remasterizado al HD pero sigue en formato 4:3 en lugar de los 16:9 que debería tener pero bueno, solo sucede en este juego, por lo demás es tan divertido como lo fue en su año de lanzamiento en Europa, 1996.

    El Super Mario Sunshine ha recibido mejor trato pasando el juego al formato de 16:9 y en completo HD, su estilo artístico cell shading se ve de auténtico lujo en la consola. También se han adaptado los gatillos de Switch para hacer un mejor uso del Acuac (el artefacto principal del juego)

    Y por último Super Mario Galaxy, he de decir que es el que más me ha sorprendido lo increíblemente bien que se ha adaptado este juego a Switch y es que a parte de verse y moverse muy bien también hace uso de las funciones especiales de la consola como son la pantalla táctil para agarrar los trozos de estrella o el sensor de movimiento para los niveles de carreras encima de la pelota de cristal o a lomos de la manta raya

    Nota y conclusión:

    Estamos ante una colección maravillosa que cumple con lo que promete trayéndonos a la plataforma híbrida las mejores versiones de la historia de estos tres juegos clásicos. La única pega sería la pobre adaptación del Mario 64 y la no inclusión de su remake de Nintendo DS, por lo demás a poco que te gusten los juegos de Mario plataformeros o la historia de Nintendo se convertirá en un imprescindible en tu colección de Switch.

    Nota: 8/10    … Expand
  99. BoredDellPC
    Aug 17, 2022
    8
    Why does people give so much crap at the game? I am so sick of the MORIO GOLOXO TWO IS NOT THERE SO IT'S BAD AHHAHA UIEYHFJEIRGHFEUIRFJDUIFHDUIFYNUEFB222" The games are so good! this is what people wanted, nabnd now that they got it, they don't like it? they suck at revalorating games just because they like zelda or smash AND NOT REAL THINGS FOR MARIO'S 35TH BIRTHDAY. NOT EVERY videogameWhy does people give so much crap at the game? I am so sick of the MORIO GOLOXO TWO IS NOT THERE SO IT'S BAD AHHAHA UIEYHFJEIRGHFEUIRFJDUIFHDUIFYNUEFB222" The games are so good! this is what people wanted, nabnd now that they got it, they don't like it? they suck at revalorating games just because they like zelda or smash AND NOT REAL THINGS FOR MARIO'S 35TH BIRTHDAY. NOT EVERY videogame character is 35th years old every **** day, so stop complaining, and **** open your eyes for one **** second

    Bad things about the game: I'm kinda dissapointed in Nintendo for just emulating the game and not porting it, but it's a neat detail that you get the soundtrack and the hability to change language just for the game and not for the enitre ocnsonlke. Alltough I 100%'ed Sm64 and galaxy i never played sunshine so it was a big opportuniti and it was **** great!
    Some stages about mario galaxy are hard, and I don't have amnesia and forgot what i said of played sm galaxy before, but pòple has to know that super mario galaxy is part of the 3d all stars collection so it counts enought to remove 1 point more out of the game    … Expand
  100. Eny2505
    Jul 10, 2023
    6
    great games but why?

    - Why was it limited to about a year? - Why is there no widescreen for Mario 64? - Why is Mario 64 basically untouched? - Why is Sunshine almost a full remaster while the others are just ports? - Why is Galaxy 2 missing? - Why is there basically no bonus content and just 3 games on a card? - Why didnt they give us save states? Play this if you havent    great games but why?

    - Why was it limited to about a year?
    - Why is there no widescreen for Mario 64?
    - Why is Mario 64 basically untouched?
    - Why is Sunshine almost a full remaster while the others are just ports?
    - Why is Galaxy 2 missing?
    - Why is there basically no bonus content and just 3 games on a card?
    - Why didnt they give us save states?

    Play this if you havent experienced the games before but if you did, stay away.    … Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 102 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 80 out of 102
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 102
  3. Negative: 0 out of 102
  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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