Ranking The Most Beloved Super Mario Games

12. Super Mario Bros. Wonder

Super Mario Bros. Wonder is a very enjoyable game with the charm of the original Super Mario titles. It offers a nice variety, appealing visuals, and moments of wonder. The level design is among the best since Super Mario World. | © Nintendo

11. Super Mario Maker

Super Mario Maker handed the level design tools over to the players themselves. For the first time, fans could create and share their own Mario levels, using elements from several games in the series, and its intuitive design provided nearly limitless possibilities for players. | © Nintendo

10. New Super Mario Bros.

New Super Mario Bros. is considered one of the best new Mario games, standing out with its consistent quality. It featured unique bosses and innovative mechanics, offering a fresh experience rather than just being a copy-and-paste. The simple and satisfying gameplay made it accessible to both newbies and seasoned players. | © Nintendo

9. Super Mario Maker 2

Super Mario Maker 2 is one of the most creative experiences that allows players to build and share their own Mario levels. There is also a story mode that contains 100 levels with brilliant design. | © Nintendo

8. Super Mario 3D World

Super Mario 3D World is a hidden gem that stands above the most popular 3D Mario games. It focuses on tight, linear levels instead of exploration, which keeps gameplay engaging and fun. The game's pacing is superb, just as an idea starts to get old, the level wraps up. | © Nintendo

7. Super Mario Sunshine

Super Mario Sunshine was a great departure from the traditional Super Mario games. While many players were initially baffled by the introduction of the F.L.U.D.D. water pack and its talking hose gimmick, the game’s vibrant tropical setting and innovative mechanics quickly won over a dedicated fan base. | © Nintendo

6. Super Mario Bros. 3

Super Mario Bros. 3 would still be a hit today if given modern graphics and sound. The game offers an abundance of content and endless variety, there are 88 levels and each features a new boss. Even by today’s standards, the game remains a masterclass. | © Nintendo

5. Super Mario Galaxy 2

Super Mario Galaxy 2 is one of the best 3D Mario experiences. With its tighter level design, creative power-ups like Yoshi and the Cloud Flower, and constant fresh challenges, it took platforming to the next level; each galaxy is filled with new surprises and puzzles. | © Nintendo

4. Super Mario Odyssey

Super Mario Odyssey delivers the promise of originality and innovation. It brought back the spirit of exploration and creativity, taking Mario on a globe-trotting adventure that captured the hearts of fans worldwide. | © Nintendo

3. Super Mario World

While Mario World keeps the same world concept as Super Mario Bros. 3, the game features outstanding graphics, sounds, and control in gameplay. The game also has different power-ups, secrets galore, and many unique levels with multiple ways to beat them. | © Nintendo

2. Super Mario Galaxy

Super Mario Galaxy is a surprisingly comfortable Mario experience with creative levels and good music that creates a unique atmosphere. Gameplay, visuals, sounds, and overall value of Mario games are simply off the charts. | © Nintendo

1. Super Mario 64

Super Mario 64 for a long time has been considered one of the greatest video games ever. It significantly influenced the future of 3D platform games thanks to the dynamic camera system, 360-degree analog control, and freedom to explore, which set the new archetype for Mario games.