There isn’t much to say about Super Mario 64 that hasn’t been said before. If you find yourself getting frustrated with the camera or the somewhat slippery controls, it’s important to stop and remind yourself that this game came out in 1996 and the fact that it’s even playable is remarkable. Admittedly, I’ve never been a huge fan of 3D platformers as a lot of times it feels like the only things to do are a basic jump and an attack button, but the impressive ways in which you can control Mario make for a consistently fun experience. I’d also be remiss if I didn’t mention the classic music which is so good it makes dire dire docks almost enjoyable. Ultimately, if you are someone who can look past some dated aspects of older games, you’re in for a real treat.

Reviewed on Apr 26, 2023


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