Super Mario RPG
Release Date: November 17, 2023
RPG, turn-based, platformers, isometric view, arcade elements, Mario, remaster/remake, jRPG, Nintendo exclusive, singleplayer
The remake of an iconic game of the same name from 1996. Super Mario RPG features turn-based combat and exploration reminiscent of the mainline games. This time, Mario joins forces with Bowser to fight a greater evil.
Super Mario RPG is a remake of Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars, a role-playing game from 1996 released on the SNES. Mario, Bowser and other heroes of the series join forces in an unusual alliance to rebuild the Star Road and deal with Smithy's gang. The game is heavily based on the original, but introduces modern mechanics and colorful, impressive visuals.
Plot
The game starts with Mario once again assaulting Bowser's castle to save the kidnapped Princess Peach. His moment of triumph is interrupted by a giant sword, Exor. The gigantic blade strikes the fortress, sending the heroes flying all around the world and shattering the Star Road, disabling its wish-granting powers.
It soon turns out Exor is but a member of a gang of sentient weapons, led by the villainous Smithy. Mario therefore gathers a party to find Princess Peach, rebuild the Star Road and deal with the invaders.
Mechanics
Super Mario RPG is an isometric game revolving around exploration and combat. It features many diverse locations, including Mushroom Kingdom, Monstro Town and Moleville.
Though an RPG, it also contains numerous platforming elements. There's plenty of jumping over lava pits, climbing huge vines, swimming and even dinosaur riding. Aside from that we'll get to gather coins, break blocks and participate in mini-games, such as racing.
Combat in Super Mario RPG is turn-based - players can use regular attacks and special skills with various effects, such as healing or hurling turtle shells at enemies. At first Mario's our only party member, but he's soon joined by Mallow, Geno, Bowser and Princess Peach. Each character has different stats and abilities. We can have up to three party members at once.
Technical aspects
The game's soundtrack was composed by Yoko Shimomura, known for her work on Kingdom Hearts, Parasite Eve, Final Fantasy XV and the original Super Mario RPG.
The remake features colorful 3D visuals and cinematic cutscenes during the game's most important moments.
November 21, 2023
Super Mario RPG Review: A Nintendo Classic Revisited
Nearly 30 years old, Super Mario RPG is a classic that serves as Nintendo’s first true RPG. Does this remake do it justice or was it unnecessary? Read our review to find out!
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Gamepressure Review
Super Mario RPG
Nearly 30 years old, Super Mario RPG is a classic that serves as Nintendo’s first true RPG. Does this remake do it justice or was it unnecessary? Read our review to find out!
GAMERS Score
Average score from 42 votes. 8 players anticipated the game.
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A series of platformers with a friendly, mustachioed plumber in the title role, widely regarded as one of the most important brands in the history of video games. The series is developed by the Nintendo corporation and is released exclusively on consoles produced by the Japanese giant.
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Super Mario RPG Summary
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Nintendo Switch
Super Mario RPG is Another Great Nintendo Switch Game This Year
Super Mario RPG delights not only fans of the 1996 original. The game collects high marks in reviews, offering a whole host of advantages.
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Adam Adamczyk
November 17, 2023