- September 18, 2020
- Nintendo EPD
Super Mario 3D All-Stars
While a few nitpicks hold it back from absolute perfection, Super Mario 3D All-Stars is an amazing collection and a definite must-buy.
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Super Mario 3D All-Stars is a single player and multiplayer platformer game with fantasy, comedy and kids themes. It was developed by Nintendo EPD and was released on September 18, 2020. It received positive reviews from critics and overwhelmingly positive reviews from players.
"Super Mario 3D All-Stars" is a kids' platformer game available on Nintendo Switch, offering 2-player, multi-player, and co-op modes. This bundle includes Super Mario 64, Super Mario Sunshine, and Super Mario Galaxy, all optimized for Switch with HD graphics, Joy-Con controls, and a music player featuring their epic soundtracks. Perfect for reliving Mario's grand 3D adventures.
- Great collection of three classic Mario games, providing hours of nostalgic fun.
- Fast shipping and excellent product quality, with many users reporting it arrived in perfect condition.
- The gameplay remains enjoyable and true to the originals, making it a must-have for Mario fans.
- The price is considered high, especially given the minimal enhancements and lack of extras.
- Super Mario 64 could have benefited from more modernizations and graphical improvements.
- Absence of Super Mario Galaxy 2 in the collection is disappointing for many fans.
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The graphics of the collection are generally appreciated for their nostalgic charm, particularly appealing to fans of classic games, though some players feel that modern enhancements were lacking. While titles like Super Mario Galaxy showcase impressive visuals and refined controls, others, such as Super Mario 64, are criticized for not receiving sufficient graphical updates. Overall, the art style and gameplay are praised, making the collection enjoyable for both younger players and long-time fans.
“Luckily the art style is so good and gameplay is amazing, this collection stands the test of time.”
“The graphic updates really make them shine and Galaxy literally feels like a new AAA release.”
“[Contains 3 top-notch classic Mario 3D platformers with clean and sharp visuals, includes the soundtracks for each game, Super Mario Galaxy's controls are spot-on.]”
“The 64 graphics feel very mashed up.”
“They could've updated the graphics, but other than that I'm glad I bought this. I mean, the fact that I can play Super Mario 64 and Sunshine on a modern system is awesome.”
“Hd graphics, improved controls (the controls were total bs and that came with this addition as well) etc. woulda, coulda, shoulda been amazing.”
Super Mario 3D All-Stars Review
It’s almost fascinating how Nintendo seems to forget about its legacy sometimes, with dozens of classic titles waiting in the vaults simply begging for a modern release, but the company seldom gives them the appreciation they rightly deserve.
80%Super Mario 3D All-Stars (Switch) Review
The stars are all here!
85%Super Mario 3D All-Stars
+ Fantastic to play through the games again or from new. + Super Mario Galaxy aged really well in terms of visuals and how to progress story. - Some issues with controls for games. Super Mario Galaxy in particular. - Not much effort in terms of extras for a collection. (Reviewed on and exclusive to Nintendo Switch)
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Super Mario 3D All-Stars is a platformer game with fantasy, comedy and kids themes.
Super Mario 3D All-Stars is available on Nintendo Switch.
Super Mario 3D All-Stars was released on September 18, 2020.
Super Mario 3D All-Stars was developed by Nintendo EPD.
Super Mario 3D All-Stars has received positive reviews from players and positive reviews from critics. Most players liked this game for its graphics but disliked it for its music.
Super Mario 3D All-Stars is a single player game with multiplayer and local co-op support.
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