Undoubtedly ground-breaking for it's time, but doesn't hold up without nostalgia goggles. The few moments of genuine fun and enjoyment are surrounded by more moments of pure frustration due to the controls and camera. The only real difficulty in the game is derived from needing to navigate the game's physics rather than being an inherent challenge. Plus the worlds just seem lacking compared to what came after in games like Sunshine or Odyssey.

Still, worth checking out if you buy the All Stars collection or just appreciate Mario's history.