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  1. May 7, 2017
    10
    I consider it a masterpiece. The childish dream that you never want to end is absolutely brilliant. Consider it one of the best platformers ever. I mean it.
  2. JPK
    Aug 19, 2018
    10
    Beautiful
    Super Mario Galaxy Is Incredible And Breathtaking With New Abilities And New Enemies For Mario To Kill.
  3. Jun 2, 2017
    10
    Super Mario Galaxy is one of the best 3D platformers ever made.The game features incredible spin and gravity mechanics which makes this adventure different to other mario games.With the memorable 121 levels, great boss battles and unique power ups this is the must have wii game.
  4. Jun 17, 2017
    10
    One of the greatest Wii games of all time, only bested by it's successor. i have rarely had THIS much enjoyment from a game, and it truly blew me away playing it for the first time.
  5. Jan 6, 2018
    10
    Super Mario Galaxy is the definition of pure greatness and amazement. It is a really exciting game.
  6. Jun 25, 2017
    10
    Incluso 10 años despues de su lanzamiento sigue siendo simplemente perfecto. Una joya atemporal y uno de los mejores Marios (y eso es decir muchisimo).
  7. Jul 3, 2017
    10
    A Galaxy game in mario game is fabulous. Collect the star to finish the game and have Luigi, i finish the game and i play the 2 after. all the Mario galaxy are special and my favourite is the one
  8. Nov 6, 2017
    10
    Everyone know that when a franchise runs out of ideas they usually go to space. Thankfully Nintendo run out of ideas a gave us this majestic game! One of the best plattaformers of all time.
  9. Aug 29, 2017
    10
    The best Mario game of all time. This game is an absolute masterpiece, and it is perfect in so many ways that I don't even know where to start. The graphics barely show any age, even 10 years after its release. The visuals in general are mesmerizing, and I found myself gazing out into the beautiful, massive skyboxes many times over. Perhaps the most overlooked part of this game is itsThe best Mario game of all time. This game is an absolute masterpiece, and it is perfect in so many ways that I don't even know where to start. The graphics barely show any age, even 10 years after its release. The visuals in general are mesmerizing, and I found myself gazing out into the beautiful, massive skyboxes many times over. Perhaps the most overlooked part of this game is its music; the soaring, atmospheric melodies written by Yokota and Kondo are unlike anything I have ever heard in a video game. From the welcoming chorus of Good Egg Galaxy, to the beautiful atmospheric soundscapes of Space Junk Galaxy and the Gateway Galaxy, to the climactic opera-like final battle theme, this soundtrack is unforgettable, and may just be my favorite video game soundtrack of all time. The controls are standard 3D Mario, but I feel that Galaxy takes a step up in terms of control responsiveness and accuracy. I feel more control over Mario in this game than I do in Mario 64 and Mario Sunshine. The environments, as I mentioned, are masterfully varied and concisely designed. They feel large, but never unnecessarily so. It is an absolute joy to explore and discover them; the visuals blend with the atmospheric music so nicely. The story, while not necessarily driving the game, is still compelling, thought-provoking, and at times surprisingly heavy, especially near the end of the game. All in all, this game is an absolute masterpiece and one of, if not THE best Nintendo title to date. It is a must play for any Nintendo fan. Rest in piece Iwata, and THANK YOU for this game. Expand
  10. Apr 10, 2023
    10
    My favorite game of all time, and one of the best games ever in my opinion. This title is absolutely bursting at the seams with master level design and ingenious challenges. Super Mario Galaxy takes a semi-common and often maligned platformer cliche of anti-gravity and makes it the absolute best part of the game.

    The visuals for a 2007 Wii game are still to this day outstanding. While
    My favorite game of all time, and one of the best games ever in my opinion. This title is absolutely bursting at the seams with master level design and ingenious challenges. Super Mario Galaxy takes a semi-common and often maligned platformer cliche of anti-gravity and makes it the absolute best part of the game.

    The visuals for a 2007 Wii game are still to this day outstanding. While the Switch port in Super Mario 3D All-Stars may be seen as cheating for some when talking visuals, playing on the original Wii disc, especially on a Wii U for HDMI, the game holds up remarkably well. The music is one of the best soundtracks ever composed, its beautiful orchestral melodies mixed with the galactic themes of the levels is a match made in heaven.

    The only thing people widely dislike about the game, the motion gimmick levels, barely make up 5 percent of all the levels in the game. Only 6 stars out of the game's 121 stars are the motion controlled levels, and they really are not that bad as long as you pretend the Wiimote or Joycon you're using is a joystick.

    Overall, this game is one of the greats, easily the best of both the Wii's library and Mario's entire catalog, and is a masterpiece on every front. I believe this is a game absolutely everyone should play.
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  11. Nov 7, 2017
    10
    When I was 12 this game won my heart from the start and i replayed it many times over the years. Ideas for levels are out of this world. Best Mario soundtrack ever and graphically still hold up to this day. One of the best linear 3d platformer ever.
  12. Nov 8, 2017
    10
    Great game with interesting mechanics

    don't look at the bad reviews they are all: "Anybody who likes Nintendo is a goddamn man child. You must be so easily entertained, like a baby staring in awe at his own fingers and toes. You have the IQ and impressability of a toddler, and not only that, most of their games are single player which means you're lonely too. I chuckle when I see
    Great game with interesting mechanics

    don't look at the bad reviews they are all:

    "Anybody who likes Nintendo is a goddamn man child. You must be so easily entertained, like a baby staring in awe at his own fingers and toes. You have the IQ and impressability of a toddler, and not only that, most of their games are single player which means you're lonely too. I chuckle when I see people playing their Switches and 3DSes, knowing that they are lonely and have no proper taste in gaming. If they had any semblance of half a brain they would know that what they are playing is for children and that they should be playing REAL games like CS:GO or Overwatch. Even Call of Duty is at least somewhat decent. Nintendo, however, with their mild game content and rare online multiplayer, is a joke. Have fun with your Zelda and Pokemon, kid. Just know that I am, and will always be, 10 times as smart as you are."
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  13. Nov 18, 2017
    10
    Very fun and amazing game. The story was great, the game had a few emotional moments, and the music was absolutely amazing. I actually felt like I was Mario playing this game. The controls are good, the spin mechanic is a great addition, and overall it's just an incredible game. One of the best, at that.
  14. Aug 29, 2018
    10
    This game is not only a great game, it's a good musical score, and it's a great artistic expression as well. Just make sure that you play game in your lifetime.
  15. Jan 6, 2018
    10
    Possibly the greatest game I have ever played. Music, graphics, controls, story line, and game play are all masterful. 10 years later and this is still my favorite game.

    Score 10/10
    Masterful
  16. Apr 7, 2018
    10
    Qué puedo decir de esta obra maestra que no se haya dicho ya. En cuanto lo terminé se convirtió en mi juego favorito de todos. La banda sonora es maravillosa, cada vez que la escucho se me pone la piel de gallina, una gran aventura que todo amante de los videojuegos debería jugar. Como en cada Mario en 3D se añaden nuevas mecánicas y se perfeccionan si es posible las antiguas, este juegoQué puedo decir de esta obra maestra que no se haya dicho ya. En cuanto lo terminé se convirtió en mi juego favorito de todos. La banda sonora es maravillosa, cada vez que la escucho se me pone la piel de gallina, una gran aventura que todo amante de los videojuegos debería jugar. Como en cada Mario en 3D se añaden nuevas mecánicas y se perfeccionan si es posible las antiguas, este juego puede presumir de un control excelente sin lugar a dudas. En este juego Mario se va al espacio a rescatar a la princesa visitando mundos preciosos con planetas de distintos tamaños que en algunos casos para visitarlos tienes que jugar con la gravedad muy bien implementada. Sin duda se podría decir que es uno de los mejores juegos de la historia. Expand
  17. Feb 1, 2020
    10
    I think this is the only Mario game I've seen all the way to completion.

    Smartly laid out courses Mario Galaxy manages to have the movement of Mario 64 and the simple to understand direction of Mario World. Set in SPAAAAAAAAAAAACE!!

    And that Rosalina storybook, my heart aches just thinking about it.
  18. Jun 16, 2021
    10
    PEOPLE THESE DAYS IN THE NEGATIVE SECTION ARE UNGRATEFUL TWERPS! Look, I love the game.
  19. Dec 15, 2017
    10
    One of the best Mario games ever existed as well as being one of the two greatest Wii games of all time. I absolutely admired its beautiful visuals and music, as well as enjoying its challenging gameplay.
  20. Mar 19, 2018
    10
    9.5/10, my favorite Mario game ever. You can recommend this to anyone who just likes to have fun. Also, it has a pretty good story... for a Mario game. Still this is one of the best games Nintendo has ever put out.
  21. Sep 6, 2018
    10
    Simplemente perfecto, los juegos en la consola Wii que estaban hechos especificamente para la simulación de movimiento fueron muy buenos, pero juegos que no se veían con la necesidad de incluirla fueron arruinados por llevar estos gestos con los mandos, pero Este juego increiblemente aprovecha todo lo que la consola puede dar con su poder y controles, dando una sensación natural y comoda,Simplemente perfecto, los juegos en la consola Wii que estaban hechos especificamente para la simulación de movimiento fueron muy buenos, pero juegos que no se veían con la necesidad de incluirla fueron arruinados por llevar estos gestos con los mandos, pero Este juego increiblemente aprovecha todo lo que la consola puede dar con su poder y controles, dando una sensación natural y comoda, aparte de todo esto, la relacion inovación, dificultad y diseño de nivel es increible, si no es lo mejor que existe en juego de plataformas, entonces es de los mejores, en mi opinión, año 2018 y este juego sigue siendo el mejor en el genero, Expand
  22. Feb 6, 2018
    10
    The best game on the wii, or maby even the best game created? No wonder Nintendo had to release a sequel for it some years later for the same system
    Even though the second game is also pretty good nothing can beat the first game. The hub world and the Music is the most memorable even though the physics and gameplay are also gamebreaking. After 100%ing this game, I just wanted more of it.
    The best game on the wii, or maby even the best game created? No wonder Nintendo had to release a sequel for it some years later for the same system
    Even though the second game is also pretty good nothing can beat the first game. The hub world and the Music is the most memorable even though the physics and gameplay are also gamebreaking. After 100%ing this game, I just wanted more of it. And lucky me - they did release a second game. Cya when I complete that one.
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  23. Jan 17, 2019
    10
    There's no perfect game, but there are masterpieces and this game is absolutely a masterpiece. It's by so far (with galaxy 2) the funniest and most epic mario game I have ever play. Music is absolutely amazing, levels are creative and well designed, controls are smooth, bosses are well designed an amazing to fight with. I don't understand the negatives that other people score (haters IThere's no perfect game, but there are masterpieces and this game is absolutely a masterpiece. It's by so far (with galaxy 2) the funniest and most epic mario game I have ever play. Music is absolutely amazing, levels are creative and well designed, controls are smooth, bosses are well designed an amazing to fight with. I don't understand the negatives that other people score (haters I suppose). The only bad part I identify is that this game should not be that easy and a longer version should be better. Best mario game by far for me. Expand
  24. Mar 20, 2018
    10
    An amazing feeling will come from playing this game. The soundtrack, graphics, characters, gameplay etc, are all absolutely amazing. This game hands us zero flaws, literally the definition of perfect.

    10
  25. Apr 3, 2018
    10
    Мне понравилась игра. Дизайн уровней - 10, графика - 8, сюжет - 6
  26. Mar 4, 2018
    10
    This game has a beautiful soundtrack, perfect controls, creative level design, pleasing visuals and a great setting of outer space
  27. Mar 4, 2018
    10
    This game is so amazing. For 2007 this game feels and controls like it was made today. This is an epic 3d game and has levels that are pretty easy (BUT FUN) and of course there are some levels that are really challenging (STILL FUN). If you have not played this game, you are missing out BIG time.
  28. Mar 16, 2018
    10
    - 10 -

    praticamente la mia infanzia, questo gioco mi ha fatto diventare un fan accanito all'età di 9 anni circa, anche se in questo caso l'età non conta, perchè mario rimane sempre mario.
    oltretutto è anche recentissimo a livello grafico e di gameplay, quindi si, probabilmente il miglior gioco di super mario mai creato.
  29. Apr 1, 2018
    10
    Certamente fantastico, dificuldade que vai aumentando ao decorrer do jogo, trilha sonora fantastica, que faz você querer baixar a musica e ouvir diversas vezes! Um dos melhores jogos do Wii!
  30. Apr 17, 2018
    10
    From all of the videogames I have played in my life, no game has made me feel as happy as this one. The graphics are decent, the level design is great and the soundtrack is just perfect. The game does have flaws like any other game of course, but the flaws that exist are barely noticeable. It's one of the only Wii games where the motion controls are 100% accurate. The bosses and GalaxiesFrom all of the videogames I have played in my life, no game has made me feel as happy as this one. The graphics are decent, the level design is great and the soundtrack is just perfect. The game does have flaws like any other game of course, but the flaws that exist are barely noticeable. It's one of the only Wii games where the motion controls are 100% accurate. The bosses and Galaxies are very fun and memorable. I'm sure that if you get your hands on it on a Wii, Wii U, or even Nvidia Shield you will love it. Expand
  31. Nov 2, 2019
    10
    Que jogo maravilho ! Simplesmente um dos melhores jogos ja criados!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  32. May 31, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Released in 2007, Super Mario Galaxy is the only that is actually worth buying on the Wii! And it truly revolutionized 3D Mario. You can now explore different galaxies with variant gravities, with different stars to obtain. This game deserves a good score. Expand
  33. Jun 15, 2018
    10
    This game showed me that some games can be art. I always played because they were but this game got me thinking that games can be art. And now whenever I listen to the game's goddamn soundtrack I makes me **** cry
  34. Jun 19, 2018
    10
    This game is just a perfect game.
    Super Mario galaxy is just perfect.
    The music is just amazing. Best level design ever. Controls are just perfect. The bosses are so creative and fun. If you a Wii or wii u get this game. And luma is just really helpful. The hub world is just amazing with it’s amazing music. And the story is just so much better than other games. Because you learn
    This game is just a perfect game.
    Super Mario galaxy is just perfect.
    The music is just amazing.
    Best level design ever.
    Controls are just perfect.
    The bosses are so creative and fun.
    If you a Wii or wii u get this game.
    And luma is just really helpful.
    The hub world is just amazing with it’s amazing music.
    And the story is just so much better than other games.
    Because you learn about rosalina’s Backstory and her backstory is really amazing.
    Really Nintendo when are you making super Mario galaxy 3.
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  35. Jun 21, 2018
    10
    Mario found a new galaxies to play and explore. The Wii controller make it twice the fun. The best Wii game so far (before Super Mario Galaxy 2 pop up).
  36. Jul 5, 2018
    10
    This is my favorite game of all time. This game, with the cinematics, atmosphere, music, and feel is amazing and you need to play this. This is one of few games that make you feel emotionally attached from what I played. 10/10
  37. Jul 8, 2018
    10
    First of all, let me start this review out my stating that I’m not a Nintendo fan boy in any way. I’m not biased towards Nintendo. But this game is my favorite video game of all time. I’m not gonna say everything I love about this game but here are just some. The music is so great I can listen to it all day and night. Ooh boy the final boss is great I could always play that. Wait... LUIGI,First of all, let me start this review out my stating that I’m not a Nintendo fan boy in any way. I’m not biased towards Nintendo. But this game is my favorite video game of all time. I’m not gonna say everything I love about this game but here are just some. The music is so great I can listen to it all day and night. Ooh boy the final boss is great I could always play that. Wait... LUIGI, wow that was a shocker. The story is so beautiful with Rosalina and the Lumas. And the start of the game, I’m not gonna say what happened but that got me so hyped to play the rest of the game. And the introduction of Mario’s spin jump is amazing. Wow, that was a lot of talking about this game. But now the part of the game that matters the... the galaxies. All of the galaxies were a blast to play with the beautiful music playing in the background. Seriously, the music is really great. If you come across any bad reviews, they just completely hate video games. Expand
  38. Jan 28, 2019
    10
    I played this game as a kid and I had a ton of great memories! 10/10!!!
    Fantastic music, stages, and just a great adventure. Play it yourself and you will have fun. Hopefully this is helpful!
  39. Aug 19, 2018
    10
    I absolutely love this game to the point where I have beaten it multiple times over, and it is still as fun as the first time I picked it up. The most defining points of the game is the music.
  40. Jan 27, 2019
    10
    A quintessential Wii game by all means. Graphics still hold up well, controls are sharp and responsive (unless your controller is as old as your mother), and every level is interesting and mostly unique.
    If you own a Wii you legally have to own Mario Galaxy, that's the law.
  41. Sep 19, 2018
    10
    This game is an absolute masterpiece. All parts of the game are great. YES ALL OF THEM. Graphics, music, gameplay, level design, game design, extras, all of it is perfection. Even the motion controls have aged pretty well in my opinion. This is a game I would recommend you get all 242 stars in
  42. Nov 19, 2020
    10
    **3D ALL Stars Version** 10 minutes in and it's already way better than sunshine. fully orchestrated music, beautiful visuals, and just awesome level design. This is a game that can easily be given a 10 even just after starting it. It's damn addicting and just perfect. I'm playing it on Mario 3D All Stars and using the joy cons feels just like using the wii mote and nunchuk. I find**3D ALL Stars Version** 10 minutes in and it's already way better than sunshine. fully orchestrated music, beautiful visuals, and just awesome level design. This is a game that can easily be given a 10 even just after starting it. It's damn addicting and just perfect. I'm playing it on Mario 3D All Stars and using the joy cons feels just like using the wii mote and nunchuk. I find the joy cons much easier to use when using the star bit cursor. Being able to independently aim with the right controller just feels so perfect over the pro controller. Expand
  43. Nov 9, 2018
    10
    Like Metacritic says, this game is a must play! This game was so innovative and it's also the only mario platformer where he actually is intimidating!
  44. Dec 10, 2018
    10
    This game has some new characters interesting boss battles, & peaceful/calm music/soundtrack!
  45. Jul 30, 2019
    10
    This game is special. This world is so atmospheric and immersive. Such a gorgeous environment and universe, that brings back nostalgic feeling. Back in the day, I loved this atmosphere. Now that those memories are 10 years old, I feel that nostalgia. Back in the day, I lived in a foreign country, and I didn't know the world around me. This game brought people together, and we would spendThis game is special. This world is so atmospheric and immersive. Such a gorgeous environment and universe, that brings back nostalgic feeling. Back in the day, I loved this atmosphere. Now that those memories are 10 years old, I feel that nostalgia. Back in the day, I lived in a foreign country, and I didn't know the world around me. This game brought people together, and we would spend our nights in a bedroom, playing galaxy. This game is special, especially for me. This game was my comfort and my escape when I didn't know the world around me. Expand
  46. Oct 15, 2018
    10
    Es ist das beste Spiel was ich je gesehen hab. Die Grafik ist für eine Wii sehr gut geworden. Die Aufgaben mit der Bewegungssteuerung wurden auch sehr gut umgesetzt .
  47. Oct 16, 2018
    10
    One of the best games ever! This game is such a masterpiece, it has amazing graphics and the music is very good, it makes you feel a lot of things
  48. Oct 23, 2018
    10
    This is single-handedly the greatest entry in most successful video-game franchise of all time. No amount of superlatives can be thrown upon this game and its sequel. Ambitious and rewarding, you simply need to play it.
  49. Nov 1, 2018
    10
    Super Mario Galaxy is one of the greatest games I have ever played. It's full orchestral soundtrack that plays throughout you adventures across the cosmos is stunning to say the least. While it lacks an open world component such as in Super Mario Sunshine and Super Mario 64, the story telling is pure quality to the point were you don't really care. The game also uses the Wii's motionSuper Mario Galaxy is one of the greatest games I have ever played. It's full orchestral soundtrack that plays throughout you adventures across the cosmos is stunning to say the least. While it lacks an open world component such as in Super Mario Sunshine and Super Mario 64, the story telling is pure quality to the point were you don't really care. The game also uses the Wii's motion controls to perfection, while it can be buggy at times, you can look past it. It's still a blast to play again in 2018 and I would recommend it to anyone that is looking for a memorable experience. Expand
  50. Feb 28, 2023
    10
    This game has not aged a day, and it still looks and plays incredible! I honestly cannot find any fault in this game. If I wanted to be really critical, I could complain about the Wii's resolution, but that is just the fact it is on the Wii. This game holds to the test of time, and it absolutely will for generations to come!
  51. Mar 13, 2022
    10
    A true classic and one of the best Wii games to date. I remember playing for so long as a kid and forgetting to blink, turning my eyes blood shot red.
  52. Dec 3, 2018
    10
    My childhood video game. the planet concept is cool and the game is crazy fun. it would be nice if there were less tilt controls, but that is my only complaint. all the negative reviews are haters who can't see how good the game is through their Super Mario 64 nostalgia glasses. let's face it- mario has never had a plot, salty reviewers
  53. Nov 21, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Nintendo did it again.I played the game like 3 times and I still want to play more.The game is fun and exciting.They basicly hit hard with this game being game of the year in 2007.It has good graphics and excellent gameplay for that age.For me wii remote fit perfectly in my hands and after 2 weeks of playing it i feel like a pro.Alot of world have good level design and good enemy's .The powerups are just fantastic and it felt good.I tottaly recomend this game for everyone.Just give it a try arledy Expand
  54. Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Bajo mi subjetiva opinión, el mejor juego de la historia de los videojuegos. Gráficos buenos y coloridos para la época, mecánicas simplemente excelentes, una historia larga y emotiva, con diversos retos como los cometas. Muchísima gente, entre los que me incluyo, lo llevará siempre en su corazón.
  55. Jul 20, 2020
    10
    absolutely wonderful. an absolute joy from start to finish. super Mario galaxy is a timeless classic
  56. Dec 6, 2018
    10
    This is about as close as you can get to a perfect game. Controls are super tight and responsive. Graphics are beautiful for the Wii. Huge variety to levels. Challenging yet accessible at the same time. Pure concentrated joy. You can go hard after all 120 stars if you want a challenge, or just casually play through each world at your own pace.

    The co-op mode is not great for an adult
    This is about as close as you can get to a perfect game. Controls are super tight and responsive. Graphics are beautiful for the Wii. Huge variety to levels. Challenging yet accessible at the same time. Pure concentrated joy. You can go hard after all 120 stars if you want a challenge, or just casually play through each world at your own pace.

    The co-op mode is not great for an adult player, but it is perfect for children. The second player (or "co-star") uses the Wiimote only and can point at the screen to collect star bits and to grab enemies. Even small children get to help out and feel like they're actually doing something, and if they get distracted, it doesn't hold you back at all. Or if you have older children, they can control Mario and you can be their co-star.

    Either way, this is quite possibly the best game I've ever played. But I haven't gotten to SMG2 yet!
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  57. Dec 13, 2018
    10
    I'm actually playing it again after finishing Mario Odyssey. From the level design to the very core concept of the game, this is an absolute masterpiece.
  58. Dec 24, 2018
    10
    It's been 11 years, I cannot get over how amazing this game is still. It was a right step in the direction for Mario games which, eventually, led to the inspiration of Mario Odyssey. This game is worth every penny and I guarantee you will not regret buying it, overall an amazing game and, in my personal opinion, the best Mario platformer at there at the current moment.
  59. Feb 11, 2019
    10
    Super Mario Galaxy is the perfection of the 3D platformer genre. Although many try to state that it is inferior to Super Mario 64 or even Super Mario Sunshine (the former argument is far more common), Galaxy finds the perfect balance between open-world and linear level design.

    Unlike Super Mario 64 and Sunshine, Galaxy does not offer its player complete freedom. Many galaxies let you
    Super Mario Galaxy is the perfection of the 3D platformer genre. Although many try to state that it is inferior to Super Mario 64 or even Super Mario Sunshine (the former argument is far more common), Galaxy finds the perfect balance between open-world and linear level design.

    Unlike Super Mario 64 and Sunshine, Galaxy does not offer its player complete freedom. Many galaxies let you explore whilst others force you in a linear path from area to area. Unlike many 2D Mario games, as well as Super Mario 3D World, Galaxy is not a game that forces you to go EXACTLY where you are supposed to. There are plenty of secrets in the world, some easier than others to find, and the only way to find said secrets is to venture off the path.

    Mario feels great to control and motion controls do not detract from this game, unlike many experiences on the Wii. Shaking the Wii remote mid air gives the player an extra method of controlling their jump —and sometimes alter the world around them. Jumping feels satisfying and the camera control is actually really good 95% of the time.

    Level design is phenomenal with galaxies feeling distinct and the bigger galaxies feeling drastically different from one another. The setting of space is also heavily utilized with black holes, planetoids, and stars all being utilized in the game, usually in exciting and scientifically inaccurate ways. Levels are not just the large areas of 64 and Sunshine, but also not the straight path offered by more linear Mario games. Instead this game hits the perfect balance of exploration and progression.

    Galaxy stands the test of time and is far more fun to control than either Sunshine or 64. In addition to its high quality level design this factor has led to the formation of the opinion that Galaxy is the supreme 3D Mario experience and a must play for anyone.
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  60. Dec 9, 2021
    10
    What more is there to say other than this is one of the best games made by humankind. Everything is perfect: the visuals, gameplay, music, design, etc.
  61. Feb 25, 2019
    10
    Bar none THE BEST mario game out there. To start, the spin jump is extremely satisfying to use, and blends with its new and innovative level design seamlessly. The new power-ups such as the ice flower, spring, and red star are extremely fun, and are applied very well. Although I certainly wish the red star was used more often. This game has some of the best level design of any mario game,Bar none THE BEST mario game out there. To start, the spin jump is extremely satisfying to use, and blends with its new and innovative level design seamlessly. The new power-ups such as the ice flower, spring, and red star are extremely fun, and are applied very well. Although I certainly wish the red star was used more often. This game has some of the best level design of any mario game, and some of the best music in the series. If you're looking for a great mario game for a great (and uncostly) console, this is it. 10/10 Expand
  62. Feb 25, 2019
    10
    This game is a masterpiece. It perfectly excecutes the Mario 3D platforming games we all love, with revolutionary game design and features that top it off over all other Mario titles and videogames titles for me.
  63. Feb 26, 2019
    10
    Amazing gameplay, soundtrack, and very interesting levels. One of the most creative Mario games and the second best 3D Mario game, only beaten by Galaxy 2. The controls feel so solid and feel great to use. The story also feels very cinematic, which is quite different for Mario. Hours of pure fun. 9.5/10
  64. Mar 25, 2019
    10
    Super Mario galaxy is one of the greatest games of all time and deserves this score. It has a perfect Mario story, and has great level design, with everything about this game being jaw dropping and fun. This is one of my favorite games of all time, and my favorite Mario game too.
  65. Sep 21, 2020
    10
    I never grew up with this game, I grew up the sequel(?). So I just got the chance to play the game for the first time thanks to the new bundle Super Mario 3D-Allstars. In this bundle, the Super Mario Galaxy experience is even more great in Full HD and butter-smooth 60fps.

    What can I say? It’s got everything I ever wanted in a 3D Mario game. It’s got an amazing level design, amazing
    I never grew up with this game, I grew up the sequel(?). So I just got the chance to play the game for the first time thanks to the new bundle Super Mario 3D-Allstars. In this bundle, the Super Mario Galaxy experience is even more great in Full HD and butter-smooth 60fps.

    What can I say? It’s got everything I ever wanted in a 3D Mario game. It’s got an amazing level design, amazing controls and a masterful orchestra composition.
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  66. Apr 12, 2019
    10
    This is arguably the greatest Mario games ever created and best Wii game (in my opinion at least).
  67. Apr 14, 2019
    10
    This game is just beautiful, amazing, and was and still is one of the greatest of all time.
  68. Jun 26, 2020
    10
    Super Mario Galaxy series - the best games of all time.
    1. Graphics. The graphics are fantastic! I don't really care about the graphics, but I guess they're good.
    2. Gameplay. Very fun. Most of the things are from Super Mario 64 and Super Mario Sunshine. So if you like those games, you might like this game too! 3. Music. It is unbelievable to game like this to have a fantastic sounds!
    Super Mario Galaxy series - the best games of all time.
    1. Graphics. The graphics are fantastic! I don't really care about the graphics, but I guess they're good.
    2. Gameplay. Very fun. Most of the things are from Super Mario 64 and Super Mario Sunshine. So if you like those games, you might like this game too!
    3. Music. It is unbelievable to game like this to have a fantastic sounds! Just listen to it! I cannot describe how good the music is. Impressive how nintendo put on the beautiful orchestra. Yes, that's right. An orchestra. It might sound very silly for you if you did not listen any tunes of Super Mario Galaxy. But it fits so well! You look like a actor of the show! With the gameplay, you control the experience of the both. I do not have any other words. It's very great, so you should experience it too.
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  69. Jul 15, 2021
    10
    The 2nd best entry in 3D platforming (Mario Odyssey first). This game was revolutionary for Mario 3D platformers with incredibly better and smoother controls, great stages, amazing soundtrack, a lot of content and Luigi as a playable characters of course. Must play.
  70. May 6, 2020
    10
    I don't know what to say about this game that hasn't been said already. This is the best 3D Mario game of all time. No hyperbole, I'm serious. Every aspect of this game is perfect (or almost perfect). The only complaint that can be written about the game is the camera can be kind of weird at times. The reason that this game is better than 2 is because the story is better. You feel a senseI don't know what to say about this game that hasn't been said already. This is the best 3D Mario game of all time. No hyperbole, I'm serious. Every aspect of this game is perfect (or almost perfect). The only complaint that can be written about the game is the camera can be kind of weird at times. The reason that this game is better than 2 is because the story is better. You feel a sense of pressure to help Rosalina (especially when you read her storybook) and the hub world is beautiful to walk around and just listen to the music. Expand
  71. May 5, 2019
    10
    Wow just wow. From the moment I saw this game I KNEW it was going to be the best game of all time.
    I played it in 2018 almost 11 years after its release AND IT DIDN'T DISAPPOINT!
    I've played a lot of games that i had huge expectations for but then got disappointed of them but SMG really wasn't that game. Nintendo always seem to innovate what the competitors did or do something that no
    Wow just wow. From the moment I saw this game I KNEW it was going to be the best game of all time.
    I played it in 2018 almost 11 years after its release AND IT DIDN'T DISAPPOINT!
    I've played a lot of games that i had huge expectations for but then got disappointed of them but SMG really wasn't that game.
    Nintendo always seem to innovate what the competitors did or do something that no one else did
    in 2005 when the 7th generation of consoles began games tried to look realistic, but they always failed to impress me. They always had these brown washed out colors and it looked dull. The wii was a joke in terms of graphics, yet somehow I feel that this is one of the best looking 7th gen games even if it's not in hd. Super Mario Galaxy is inded the best mario game ever BETTER THAN ODDYESSY !!!. The level design is a very unique one. Planets and gravity may seem a bit odd for a mario game but it works so well. I'll be honest anti-gravity isn't my favorite thing in games. it feels useless, yet somehow I LOVE gravity in this game.Whenever I play this game I always feel like I'm playing a remastered version of sm64. The levels feel so alive they don't feel just like a bunch of obstical courses (something that nowadays mario feels like). The controls are perfect.Motion controls have always confused me. Most of the times they felt like a bad replacement of the actual controller. For me motion controls have to an addition to the controls, something that can't be done with a regular controller.Super Mario Galaxy uses motion controls in a different way. Instead of replacing mario's controls it adds to the gameplay The spin is an awesome edition to mario's movement, but not only that but the cursor that collects star-bits. Now THAT is something that a regular controller can't do (a mouse can do it to but eh). The music is Beyond amazing.
    Like it's probably the best ost ever I'm not joking. There is this combination of orchestral and synthesized music and it's sooooo GUUUUD! This game is just so Brilliant it's not PERFECT but it's rather Phenomenal. This is not only my favorite mario game, but game period .
    If someone ever tells you that video games aren't art and are just a waste of time show them Super Mario galaxy
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  72. Feb 17, 2020
    10
    This game. Is my favorite game of all time. That's it.
    No, seriously. The OST is the best in all of the VG history. The story is kind of simple (I mean, it's a Mario game, we don't buy a Mario game for a story like in Mother 3) but the background story (mostly Rosalina's story book) is just so beautiful... Even now, more than 10 years since I got this game, I often want to play this game.
    This game. Is my favorite game of all time. That's it.
    No, seriously. The OST is the best in all of the VG history. The story is kind of simple (I mean, it's a Mario game, we don't buy a Mario game for a story like in Mother 3) but the background story (mostly Rosalina's story book) is just so beautiful... Even now, more than 10 years since I got this game, I often want to play this game. And, this is more personal, but I wouldn't be who I am today without this game. It changed my mind and my likes, it changed myself. How I react, how I think, how I do... I would be a completely different person if I didn't play this game.
    If you like games, and you're a new parent, if you want your child to play videogames and grow up with it, but you don't know which game you want him/her to play first, pick Mario Galaxy. Such a beautiful masterpiece of videogame, but also of art, in all forms.
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  73. Apr 17, 2022
    10
    One of the best Mario games. The story (while yes being the same for centuries) has a bit of a unique twist on it. The gameplay is amazing. The levels are charming and repayable. The best Mario soundtrack of all time! As you can see, I love this game. it will always be one of my favorites games of all time.
  74. Jun 12, 2019
    10
    Super mario galaxy is an amazing game with high quality gameplay and a great story for a mario game
  75. Nov 18, 2020
    10
    When I saw many reviews on Mario galaxy I thought it was overrated but now playing it it is an amazing game with so so so much creativity.
  76. Jun 25, 2019
    10
    A breathtaking, innovating Mario adventure that can keep you hours and hours of fun, whit a really nice level desing and cool refresh to the Mario series.
  77. Jun 28, 2019
    10
    There are many reasons why this is my favorite game of all time the graphics still hold up to this day, the galaxy’s are amazing with some of the best level design I’ve ever seen, the so called sphere walking is one of my favorite things Nintendo has ever done (since I’ve always liked messing around with physics in games) and with probably the best Mario story ever (outside of the rpg’s).There are many reasons why this is my favorite game of all time the graphics still hold up to this day, the galaxy’s are amazing with some of the best level design I’ve ever seen, the so called sphere walking is one of my favorite things Nintendo has ever done (since I’ve always liked messing around with physics in games) and with probably the best Mario story ever (outside of the rpg’s). This is one of those games that I can booth up anytime and have a blast. Anyone who has a wii or Wii U should play this game it’s that good. Expand
  78. Jul 3, 2019
    10
    Mario Galaxy is still my favourite game out there, and still holds up 12 years later. Nintendo really built this game to last.

    Mario Galaxy is an incredibly unique experience in the Mario series, with not even its sequel nailing the dramatic (and sometimes gloomy) tone and atmosphere that it portrayed. The storybook available in the library, and the depressing ending both serve as shining
    Mario Galaxy is still my favourite game out there, and still holds up 12 years later. Nintendo really built this game to last.

    Mario Galaxy is an incredibly unique experience in the Mario series, with not even its sequel nailing the dramatic (and sometimes gloomy) tone and atmosphere that it portrayed. The storybook available in the library, and the depressing ending both serve as shining examples of the feelings Nintendo poured into the typical Mario story. These feelings are very expertly delivered through the gorgeous visuals and soundtrack, that juggle both iconic music from Mario's past, and new tracks which have quickly become fan favorites.

    Mario admittedly has significantly less moves to work with, but the levels are designed in such a way that they wouldn't really be that helpful. Motion controls are present, but they very never require the precision or speed of a game like Skyward Sword. Unlike its sequel, most of the levels in Mario Galaxy 1 are very memorable, with some stand-outs being Toy Time, Gusty Garden, and Buoy Base. Missions are quick, and rather easy by 3D Mario standards, making Mario Galaxy a pretty calming game. The reward for 100% completion is pretty lame, as per 3D Mario standards, but the fun of playing it is enough for me.
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  79. Jul 12, 2019
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This was the first video game to ever truly encapsulate me. I first got this game, along with its sequel when I was around the age of 7. The passion this game has all over it is simply breathtaking. Every galaxy, boss fight, mechanic, and song has so much detail and care put into it. The game is a blast the whole way through. I have never had a game since that is fun the whole way through. I love the sequel but their is just something so creative and new about this that blows me away with ever galaxy I travel to.

    The Good- The story for this game is small but it’s perfect for a Mario story. Rosalina’s storybook is great and it’s optional so if your not into that stuff it’s not necessary. The level design is fantastic. It’s always introducing new ideas and mechanics, pushing it to it limits, and then before it gets stale it is pushed aside for new mechanics. Later sometimes even combining old mechanics with new ones. The hub is a fantastic way to travel from level to level while unlocking more as you go. Mario’s movement is just as great as it ever has been, and the spin jump with the wii remote has never been a problem for me and always worked great. The bosses are as creative as ever and maybe the best in the series. For example, their is a boss where you fight a giant shark that’s shooting shark missiles at you and kill it by throwing turtle shells at it. Also, there’s one where you climb up a giant robot and use bullet bills to take it down.

    The Bad- I have very few problems with this game at all. For one, getting from level to level can take about 1 to 2 minutes before you actually can start playing. The power ups are great but I wish their were more (fixed in the sequel). Some of the levels based on motion controls can be terrible to control which made some levels a pain to get through.

    Overall, after recently replaying this game 7 years later after the first time I played it, the game is still a masterpiece. This game has been the most important game I’ve played ever and it will probably remain that way for the rest of my life. I’ve had so many memories of this game etched into my brain. It’s a game that is just plain fun and the core ideas of this game is how I judge ever other game. This game is an adventure that I would love to revisit a thousand times over.
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  80. Jul 29, 2019
    10
    Super Mario Galaxy is a masterpiece. Full with fun gameplay and vivid levels. Most levels vary from eachother with different objectives which help prevent the game from being linear and repetitive. Overall this is one of the best mario games and a must play.
  81. Jan 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is one of the best wii games . You can best the game with 60 stars and then collect all the purple coins and get 120 stars . You can also play has luigi but you have to get all 120 stars as mario and ask rosalina to fight bowser again after that you will get to play as luigi . Expand
  82. Oct 24, 2020
    10
    Super Mario Galaxy is one of the best, if not "the" best, Mario game ever made. There are so many Mario games out there nowadays, so it’s hard to tell which one is king of all. Great level design, solid controls, amazing music, and a fantastic presentation overall. This game will make you feel like a child in the best way.
    One grandiose space adventure for the history books of video games!
  83. Dec 20, 2019
    10
    So, I played this game back in May, I never owned a Wii when it was popular (I only had an Xbox 360 and a DS back then) so I wasn't sure what to expect. 7 months later, I still have such vivid memories of so many places in the game, which couldn't be said for 3D Land or even Odyssey to an extent. Super Mario Galaxy, while a bit on the easy side, really shows how good a Wii game can be,So, I played this game back in May, I never owned a Wii when it was popular (I only had an Xbox 360 and a DS back then) so I wasn't sure what to expect. 7 months later, I still have such vivid memories of so many places in the game, which couldn't be said for 3D Land or even Odyssey to an extent. Super Mario Galaxy, while a bit on the easy side, really shows how good a Wii game can be, despite the limitations of the system compared to other consoles at the time. The gameplay is some of the best in the Mario Franchise, and is definitely better than 3D Land, Odyssey and Sunshine, I haven't played 64 or 3D World yet.

    Basically, play this game if you haven't, please.
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  84. Oct 17, 2020
    10
    I wish I played this years ago. It's an excellent and gorgeous 3D platformer that to this day has still aged like fine wine.
  85. Sep 13, 2019
    10
    I have been gaming for 10 years now, gone through PC, Switch, PlayStation, and out of all these consoles, I've never played a game as great as Super Mario Galaxy. The gameplay and graphics are amazing, especially from a 2007 game. The soundtrack is also fantastic.
  86. Sep 24, 2019
    10
    i almost never give tens but this deserves it. this game never seems to run out of ideas. THE SOUNDTRACK IS THE BEST IN VIDEO GAMING HISTORY. The game might not be hard all the time but can prove challenging. Mario controls great the perfect mix of button and motion controls make the game feel solid for veterans and newcomers.THIS IN MY OPION IS THE BEST GAME EVER
  87. Sep 16, 2019
    10
    If you like Mario 64, pick this up! The use of the Wii Remote is also very fun. Great graphics an emotional story.
  88. Sep 25, 2019
    10
    Esse é um dos melhores jogos que eu já joguei e é o melhor Mario 3D em minha opinião.
    Possui uma das melhores, senão a melhor trilha sonora de todos os tempos, possui uma história ÉPICA, ótimos gráficos (em relação a um jogo de Wii é claro) e um level design que transborda criatividade, além de uma boa física de gravidade (que é muito divertida por sinal).
    Esse jogo não é perfeito, ele
    Esse é um dos melhores jogos que eu já joguei e é o melhor Mario 3D em minha opinião.
    Possui uma das melhores, senão a melhor trilha sonora de todos os tempos, possui uma história ÉPICA, ótimos gráficos (em relação a um jogo de Wii é claro) e um level design que transborda criatividade, além de uma boa física de gravidade (que é muito divertida por sinal).
    Esse jogo não é perfeito, ele possui alguns problemas de câmera e possui algumas fases meio chatas, principalmente as fases com os meteoros roxos.
    Mas, não deixe isso te enganar, esse jogo é INCRÍVEL DO INÍCIO AO FIM E VALE CADA MINUTO DO SEU TEMPO!!!!

    (Para deixar claro, eu acho que o Super Mario Galaxy é melhor do que o Super Mario Galaxy 2, mas recomendo jogar os dois.)

    NÃO PERCA A CHANCE DE JOGAR ESSE JOGO. É UMA OBRA-PRIMA!!!!
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  89. Sep 26, 2019
    10
    Best game I've ever played.
    The story was great and unique, the mechanics were fun, and almost all the levels were well designed.
    Great job, Nintendo!
  90. Nov 6, 2019
    10
    Nintendo took a huge risk when making this game, and that risk payed off big time. This is by far my favorite game of all time. The gameplay is so much different that other 3D Mario games, and the new power ups are super cool and creative. Every single galaxy is very different from one another, along with their acompanying music. The whole game is so impressive, even when I go back andNintendo took a huge risk when making this game, and that risk payed off big time. This is by far my favorite game of all time. The gameplay is so much different that other 3D Mario games, and the new power ups are super cool and creative. Every single galaxy is very different from one another, along with their acompanying music. The whole game is so impressive, even when I go back and play it now. This game will always be one of the best games of all time. Expand
  91. Apr 15, 2020
    10
    Best game of all time next to xenoblade 1 or me. Pure joy of play. Awesome level design and space feeling with quite touching story. Never gets old. Better than Mario Odyssey. It is challenging, has its own identity, more creative and more memorable with AMAZING soundtrack
  92. Nov 8, 2019
    10
    There is no better game than Super Mario Galaxy. Every second is a joy in this GAME. You have to play this before you die.
  93. Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Muy buen juego, te atrapa de principio a fin, hay partes realmente desafiantes. Se ve bastante bien para ser un juego de Wii
  94. Nov 22, 2019
    10
    Such an amazing game and it needs no introduction. Music is the best there is, breathtaking at times. Easy controls and just pure joy. I am thankful this was a part of my childhood. Easily one of the best games ever made in my opinion.
  95. Aug 6, 2021
    10
    I really love this Game. It has really good mechanics and good Gameplay. Especially the Ende.
  96. Dec 6, 2020
    10
    I bought the Super Mario 3D All-Stars collection solely because Super Mario Galaxy has been at the top of my wish list for years now. I've heard nothing but good things about it and I had high hopes going into it.
    Needless to say, I was not disappointed.
    Every single aspect of Galaxy from its gameplay to its music to the title screen can only be described in one word: perfection. Every
    I bought the Super Mario 3D All-Stars collection solely because Super Mario Galaxy has been at the top of my wish list for years now. I've heard nothing but good things about it and I had high hopes going into it.
    Needless to say, I was not disappointed.
    Every single aspect of Galaxy from its gameplay to its music to the title screen can only be described in one word: perfection. Every single Mario game I've picked up in the past has been boring or frustrating as some point or another. Not Galaxy. If I didn't have any other responsibilities, I would likely have beaten the game in one sitting.
    The gameplay is completely unique and absolutely perfected. It offers unique challenges and level design like no other game I've ever played. The music is beautiful and may or may not have made me tear up. Even the typical "Bowser steals Peach" story is crafted in such an amazing way that perfectly introduces you to the new gameplay mechanics.
    The game constantly introduces new gimmicks and power-ups and toys to play with, and it never spends too much time focusing on one thing. Every single boss fight feels like it was crafted to perfection.
    At some times it's incredibly easy, and at other times it's incredibly difficult. Everything fits perfectly and works amazingly, and it's a legitimate struggle to find an aspect of the game that isn't good.
    I try to avoid calling a game perfect or flawless, but Nintendo has left me no other option here. Super Mario Galaxy is a perfect video game, and it is not a hard choice to call it my favourite game of all time.

    (Played on the Nintendo Switch via 3D All-Stars)
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  97. Dec 9, 2019
    10
    Super Mario Galaxy is, beyond a doubt, my favorite video game of all time. While it may not have the limitless creative possibilities of Minecraft or the intensity of a shooter, the game just always felt like a HUGE mystery to me, in the best possible way. Something about the atmosphere, gameplay, and soundtrack combined to create an unplaceable something so majestically glorious in thisSuper Mario Galaxy is, beyond a doubt, my favorite video game of all time. While it may not have the limitless creative possibilities of Minecraft or the intensity of a shooter, the game just always felt like a HUGE mystery to me, in the best possible way. Something about the atmosphere, gameplay, and soundtrack combined to create an unplaceable something so majestically glorious in this game that just intrigued me as a kid. In fact the soundtrack is the better part of what inspired me to compose my own music. Galaxy 2 just never gave me that excited, mission -like feel, with the very straightforward map progression it had. However in the original I was always excited to discover what new possibilities lie out in the void of space that surrounded the observatory. And the geniuses who made this game knew exactly how to combine all different elements into something that, even today, gives me a sense of wonder and nostalgia. Whether it was Deep Dark Galaxy and its sense of impending darkness and subtle, eerie "offness," the epic and dangerous Melty Molten Galaxy, or the immersive creativity of Freezeflame Galaxy, the music and graphics are just so perfect together. The experience is so driving, I couldn't ask for anything more in this game. Never was I bored and thinking the game wasn't worth beating; even though I still have one star to collect before I can be Luigi, I'm actually SUPER excited to get it so I can collect gold stars and relive my childhood playing the game over again. And some people have said it's "too easy," well a lot of the comets and purple coins have been very hard for me over the years but still just as fun as regular levels (well maybe not dreadnought purple coin which I am STUCK on, either I'm just bad or that level is just insanely hard). This game is just unforgettable in every way. Definitely the best video game I've ever played, one of the very few games I've ever spent so much time playing and not looked back and thought it was a waste of time. Expand
  98. Dec 18, 2019
    10
    Nintendo re-writing the rule book again-almost perfect game, full of fresh fresh ideas an beautiful visuals with a stunning orchestral soundtrack.
  99. Feb 24, 2021
    10
    O melhor jogo do Mario já feito e definitivamente fica no topo dos games de plataforma 3D. Level design perfeito, uma das melhores trilhas sonoras dos videogames, gráficos muito bonitos e a jogabilidade funciona muito bem nos controles de Wii. Recomendação fortíssima para quem tem Wii ou Switch.

Awards & Rankings

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#1 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2007
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Metascore
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Universal acclaim - based on 73 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 73 out of 73
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 73
  3. Negative: 0 out of 73
  1. 100
    It's rare to play through a perfect game or one that nears perfection, but Galaxy definitely fits that mold.
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    90
    Nintendo has crafted a platform game that, while not as technologically pioneering as its grandfather, is, level for level, more fun to play than "Mario 64." [Dec 2007, p.128]
  3. 95
    Galaxy proves that Mario matters just as much today as he did 25 years ago, and that makes him one of a kind in this medium. But don't play Galaxy simply because Mario is the timeless godfather of gaming. No, play Galaxy because it's fantastic.