Summary
The reviews are in for Nintendo’sSuper Mario RPGremake, establishing the game as yet another hit for the Switch and one of 2023’s highest-rated new game releases. Fans have been calling for aSuper Mario RPGremake for years, but it always seemed like a pipe dream. That’s what made theSuper Mario RPGannouncement such a shock at the June Nintendo Direct.
After theSuper Mario RPGremake was announced, fans praised the game’s updated graphics and new features, but there was some concern that it wouldn’t be faithful to the original. After all, the originalSuper Mario RPGfeatured some Square Enix-ownedFinal Fantasyelements. Others were concerned that thecameos of other Nintendo characterswould be cut out of the final product. It was teased that all of this would remain intact, and it seems that fans had nothing to worry about, asSuper Mario RPGis knocking it out of the park with its review scores.
Super Mario RPGhas an 84 overall ratingon review aggregate site OpenCritic, with critics praising the game for bringing the classic SNES RPG to the modern era. Some critics have taken issue withSuper Mario RPGnot changing enough from the original game, but most seem happy that the game has remained true to its roots. Those that have already played the SNES original extensively may find that theSuper Mario RPGremake is too similar, but those that have yet to play the game should have a great time, according to the reviews anyway.
Super Mario RPG Overall Review Rating
Super Mario RPGearning an 84 overall rating makes it one of2023’s highest-rated games. Nintendo has released multiple games this year that have ranked high, withSuper Mario RPGjoining the likes ofPikmin 4,The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom, andSuper Mario Bros. Wonder.
Nintendo’s new games for 2023 have been receiving industry-wide recognition, with bothTears of the KingdomandSuper Mario Bros. Wondernominated for Game of the Year at The Game Awards 2023. Unfortunately,Super Mario RPGis releasing after The Game Awards cut-off date, meaning that it wasn’t eligible for any of the categories. Considering its high review scores, one has to imagine thatSuper Mario RPGwould have potentially been nominated for Role Playing Game of the Year or maybe received a nod for its soundtrack, but while the game can’t be nominated at this year’s event, it could potentially be showcased at The Game Awards 2024.
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WHERE TO PLAY
Set out on a classic Mario adventure: Enter—or revisit—a world of whimsy with Mario on a quest to repair Star Road and defeat the troublemaking Smithy Gang. Team up with a party of unlikely allies, like the monstrous Bowser and a mysterious doll named Geno, in a story-rich RPG packed with laughs and quirky characters.A strange party unites to save Star Road: Meet the team of oddballs setting out to thwart the troublesome Smithy Gang and protect everyone’s wishes. Even Bowser is lending a claw!Take it easy with Breezy Difficulty Mode: Players new to RPGs or who want a story-focused experience can use the new Breezy difficulty, which makes battles easier and leveling up faster. You can set the difficulty at any time if you change your mind.Adventure, battle, and traverse across a colorful world: Jump towards your next goal and continue the story. Run into monsters to enter turn-based battles with your party of three. Master the new Chain and Triple Moves system to claim victory.A delightfully reimagined world: Enjoy familiar sights with colorfully enhanced graphics and spiffy upgrades.
