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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Super Mario Bros. Wonder (@super-mario-bros-wonder)
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29d • Super Mario Bros. Wonder • Review • edited
Super Mario Bros. Wonder
I only just realized I rated this game (5 stars obviously) but never reviewed it. After one playthrough, sans the final badge challenge, I can honestly say this is the best 2D Mario sidescroller since Super Mario World. While it starts off charmingly easy, the difficulty ramps up as you progress. Although this final challenge might give me more trouble than any other final level in a Mario game, I never thought the game reached “I’m going to throw my controller at the wall” heights of difficulty. Even with all the new elements, this game was simply a joy to play. There was a real sense of unpredictability every time you ran into a Wonder flower. Despite being a side scroller, Wonder feels like the closing of a chapter (the New SMB series) and the start of a newer, better, more innovative one. And while it’s hard to compare to a 3D Mario platformer, it’ll scratch the itch until we get that next gen post-Odyssey adventure.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
The Legend of Kage (@the-legend-of-kage)
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The Legend of Kage
Back into the vault of obscure games we go. Less obscure than Iron Tank, the Legend of Kage was another NES title randomly found at my grandparents’ house in the early 90s. I read up on this one to reacquaint myself and apparently it was a rather successful arcade game published by a company that was owned by a name we’re all likely familiar with: Square Enix. It’s also been remastered and re-released a few times over the decades.

Now that the history lesson is out of the way, the game itself was actually pretty fun. In this “rescue the princess” style hack n slash, you are a ninja running through the forest and jumping up trees while ninjas and samurai attack you from all sides. If you found orbs, your suit would change colour and essentially power up. If you found a scroll, Kage would read it, the sky would start to flash, and dead enemies would fall from the sky. Very wholesome. Each time you beat a level, the next one, similar in layout, would have a seasonal change. After 3 or 4 of those there would be a boss, and then the process would begin again. I doubt I ever completed the game, but I certainly got further and had a lot more fun with it than the other grandma’s basement game of Iron Tank.
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Iron Tank (@iron-tank)
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30d • Iron Tank • Review
Iron Tank
I'm going deep into the vault for this one. I'm talking 30+ years ago at this point. My grandparents had an NES when I was a kid with but a handful of rather obscure games. This was one of them. You had a top down view of a WWII era tank and it was essentially a shoot 'em up style with a lot of enemies and obstacles to work around. In typical NES difficulty, I'm pretty sure I could only make it through the first couple levels. Fun fact. I believe I actually have this cartridge in a bin in my basement with the other obscure games. Is it worth playing? If you actually come across a working game and NES, give it a try. Just keep your expectations in check.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
DuckTales (@ducktales)
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30d • DuckTales • Review
DuckTales
I picked up the remastered version of this several years ago. Either on iPad or Wii U.. maybe both. It's a solid fun time. Highly recommended if you can track it down.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Coffee Golf (@coffee-golf)
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189d • Coffee Golf • Review • edited
Coffee Golf
You know what they say, you get what you pay for.
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Mario Kart 64 (@mario-kart-64)
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229d • Mario Kart 64 • Review • edited
Mario Kart 64
It was a 5 star game in its time but a 3 star game now since it has aged terribly. So I’ll give it 4, but it’s probably the last home console MK game I would choose to play.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Sonic Frontiers (@sonic-frontiers)
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Sonic Frontiers
2 stars for the main game. An extra star for the throwback levels. While I appreciate the attempt to bring something new to the world of Sonic, it sort of falls flat. It's trying a little too hard to emulate the BOTW format, the graphics are dull, and there just isn't the Sonic charm you'd expect.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Yoshi's Story (@yoshis-story)
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445d • Yoshi's Story • Review • edited
Yoshi's Story
A step back from the incomparable Yoshi’s Island, but still a decent entry to the Yoshi series.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Kirby and the Forgotten Land (@kirby-and-the-forgotten-land)
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Kirby and the Forgotten Land
Would give this 4 1/2 stars if i could. Thoroughly enjoyable and even co-op is not bad, and that’s not normally a mode I enjoy. Phenomenal for those who want a simple, yet at times challenging, platformer.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 (@sonic-the-hedgehog-2)
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477d • Sonic the Hedgehog 2 • Review • edited
Sonic the Hedgehog 2
The best Sonic sidescroller.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Banjo-Tooie (@banjo-tooie)
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531d • Banjo-Tooie • Review • edited
Banjo-Tooie
A rare (see what I did there?) sequel that was better than the first. A sprawling, platformer collect-a-thon with memorable worlds, enemies, and the classic Rare humour.
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Mario Kart: Double Dash (@mario-kart-double-dash)
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534d • Mario Kart: Double Dash • Review • edited
Mario Kart: Double Dash
I'm not sure if I'd ever want the 2 character mechanic to return, but it was fun to have for one game. The unique items is something I liked even more though. Bring that back! We were also given some legendary tracks. More GCN tracks in the DLC waves!
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Donkey Kong (@donkey-kong)
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534d • Donkey Kong • Review • edited
Donkey Kong
One of the great early arcade games that started a movement.
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Enhance (@channel-3-enhance)
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534d • Enhance • Review • edited
Enhance
I'd like to know who the robots are that get it in 1 guess.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Microsoft Solitaire (@microsoft-solitaire)
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534d • Microsoft Solitaire • Review • edited
Microsoft Solitaire
It taught me solitaire and helped me pass the time when bored.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Troy Aikman NFL Football (@troy-aikman-nfl-football)
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Troy Aikman NFL Football
One of the few games I owned on the Genesis. Controls were clunky and the difficulty was either too easy or too hard. But it was a football game so I played the heck out of it.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Super Off Road (@super-off-road)
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560d • Super Off Road • Review • edited
Super Off Road
The first racing game I really got into. Rented it multiple times on the NES and enjoyed racing over and over.. 4 stars in the mind of my 6 year old self. Likely 3 stars in reality.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Major League Baseball 2K11 (@major-league-baseball-2k11)
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Major League Baseball 2K11
Terribly clunky controls made this a forgettable endeavour.
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Animal Crossing: New Horizons (@animal-crossing-new-horizons)
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Animal Crossing: New Horizons
For those first pandemic lockdown months, our house played the hell out of this game and it's a lot of fun. Once my interest waned, I haven't picked it up again despite a ton of new adds to the game. If you're into this style of game for an indefinite amount of time, this is a dream. For more casual players, you'll likely have fun for a few months before deciding to move on.
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Mario Golf: Super Rush (@mario-golf-super-rush)
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Mario Golf: Super Rush
There are some unique new modes in here, but there's just something... off... about this game. I played through the solo mode and got a feel for the main courses, before the free DLC adds. And it doesn't have the solid course layouts of Toadstool Tour or the relaxing golf-sim charm of 64. I'm going to give it another shot with the TDG tourney which I will fail spectacularly at because I really want to like this game more after waiting years for a follow up.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Star Wars: Rogue Squadron (@star-wars-rogue-squadron)
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Star Wars: Rogue Squadron
A great Star Wars and flight game that launched a fantastic series. Missions were fun and memorable, unlockables were solid. Would love a back-to-basics return of a Original Trilogy era game like this on the Switch.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Wave Race: Blue Storm (@wave-race-blue-storm)
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Wave Race: Blue Storm
One of my two launch games with the GameCube. Took what Wave Race 64 did well and made it even better. It's a bit of a niche title that didn't get a lot of love, but the water mechanics were pretty incredible for its time.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Wii Sports (@wii-sports)
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Wii Sports
The Wii remote might seem gimmicky now, but 15 years it was all the rage and this launch game demo’ed it perfectly. I haven’t played in years but it always held up when going back to it. It set the Wii benchmark early that gaming really could be for everyone.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Disney Classic Games: Aladdin and The Lion King (@disney-classic-games-aladdin-and-the-lion-king)
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Disney Classic Games: Aladdin and The Lion King
Was excited when there was finally a dirt cheap sale on the eShop for this random, but classic combo. Like more old games than we care to admit, it doesn’t quite play the way I remember them. But if you want to take a trip down memory lane, it’s worth picking up when it goes on sale.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Sonic the Hedgehog (@sonic-the-hedgehog)
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Sonic the Hedgehog
Sega had a fun response to the more wholesome Mario franchise, but it just isn't something you'll come back to time after time. The sequels got better.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Road Rash 3 (@road-rash-3)
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Road Rash 3
One of my most enjoyed Genesis titles, back in the era of cheap videogame rentals ($3 for 3 days!) and soon after, emulation/ROMs. It built on what the first two did so well. Driving on the left, bike upgrades, solid tracks, spectacular crashes, challenging AI. What a fun game this was.
True challenge: knock the cop off his bike!
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Road Rash II (@road-rash-ii)
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Road Rash II
Took what was so fun about the original and made it better! But still, the best was yet to come. I would give anything for this series to come to the Genesis Online channel.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Excitebike 64 (@excitebike-64)
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Excitebike 64
Had some fun times with this one mastering stunts, playing multiplayer, wiping out... controls could be clunky from what I remember, but with the right amount of practice, you could master it.
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Mario Party 4 (@mario-party-4)
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Mario Party 4
A solid entry with core mechanics that were still staying true to the basics of the series.
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F-Zero (@f-zero)
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569d • F-Zero • Review
F-Zero
A very good game that definitely stood apart from the pack. Future installments amped up the speed but for its time, this was a well-made racer that continues to have quite the cult following.
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Mario Party 10 (@mario-party-10)
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Mario Party 10
I was disappointed with this one. They continued the concept of the mini stars and shared vehicle and…just, no.
The series seemed done at this point.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Mario Party 8 (@mario-party-8)
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Mario Party 8
I’m not a big fan of the Wii motion gimmick anymore, but this edition of the franchise used it well. There were also some very unique boards as well that still stand out. If for some reason you want to drag out your Wii for some 4 player multiplayer, try this game.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Super Mario Bros. (@super-mario-bros)
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569d • Super Mario Bros. • Review • edited
Super Mario Bros.
The one. The only.

A young gamer’s true test was to beat it clean and honest. No game genie. No warping.
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Super Mario All-Stars (@super-mario-all-stars)
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Super Mario All-Stars
The SNES remasters are actually my preferred versions of SMB 1-3. I would choose to play those, with the SNES controller, every time.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury (@bowsers-fury)
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Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury
Initially rated 4 stars, I'm upping this to 5 stars for the review. While it's not as good as my other 5 star Mario titles, it still deserves the perfect score for what it is. From the time of its Wii U release, it filled a void I didn't know existed in the Mario game world. Not quite 2D, but not quite 3D. More a linear level platformer than the 3D sandbox style I wish we had more of. A bit of a hidden gem that is very worth playing through.
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Mario Kart 8 (@mario-kart-8)
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570d • Mario Kart 8 • Review • edited
Mario Kart 8
This was a 5 star game *before* I discovered The Dad Gaming's Mario Kart group a couple years ago.. now it's one of my favourite and most played games in all my 30+ years of gaming. Thank you to everyone who races, battles, and memes with me. You know who you are!
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Blades of Steel (@blades-of-steel)
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570d • Blades of Steel • Review • edited
Blades of Steel
Classic 8 bit fun. I rented the heck out of this one. Doesn't even matter that there were only 8 teams that were unlicensed. The fighting, the soccer-like penalty shots, the indecipherable announcer, the intermission games. Lose a fight? Into the penalty box you go. Konami made one of a kind here.
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Super Mario World (@super-mario-world)
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570d • Super Mario World • Review • edited
Super Mario World
If one had to define the perfect Super Mario game, this would probably be it. While it may not have the power-ups seen in SMB3 a couple years prior (can you imagine having 2 Mario games of this caliber released 2 years apart??), the level and world design, bosses, and gameplay take a step forward. This is one I simply never get tired of playing.
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Mario Party Superstars (@mario-party-superstars)
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570d • Mario Party Superstars • Review • edited
Mario Party Superstars
I really want to give this 4 stars, and when you're actually in the midst of playing it, it probably is. It is superior to Super Mario Party's joy-con nonsense. And no question it exceeds Wii U's only offering of MP10. But the replayability is where it takes a hit. Even if you expect some DLC for added maps (or mini-games or characters), it's nearly been a year and we haven't had even a rumour of anything. There is no shortage of fantastic maps they could upgrade and throw our way. It has the potential to be a 4 or 5 star game. Nintendo just has to want it to be.
Edited to 4 stars.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island (@super-mario-world-2-yoshis-island)
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Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island
Criminally underrated and under-appreciated. I didn't even play this for the first time until I dove in the world of emulation and ROMs in the early 00s. Is it a Mario game or a Yoshi game? Both? Doesn't matter. It's a completionist's dream if you want a true challenge to play more than just beating the main boss. Definitely one I need to go back and play on SNES Online.
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Super Monkey Ball 2 (@super-monkey-ball-2)
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Super Monkey Ball 2
Far more challenging than one would expect if you judge it by its cover. There were some fun mini-games in this one but I gave up on the single player mode from the sheer frustration of it.
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Super Mario Odyssey (@super-mario-odyssey)
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570d • Super Mario Odyssey • Review • edited
Super Mario Odyssey
Depending on the day, this could be my favourite mainline Mario game. This is both a love letter to previous games before it and a glimpse of what could be the future of the franchise. Here we get the most fully fleshed out worlds of any Mario game we've seen (Metro Kingdom / New Donk City alone could be its own spinoff game). While 880 power moons (plus buying 119 more to equal 999) is understandably too much of a collecta-thon for some, you can't accuse the game of running out of things for you to do. A must-buy.
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Mario Golf: Toadstool Tour (@mario-golf-toadstool-tour)
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Mario Golf: Toadstool Tour
Took the fun and intuitive controls of Mario Golf 64 and somehow improved it even more. This game is the best for bringing golf mechanics and the Mario universe together into one charming package. They could remaster this with HD graphics, slap a "Deluxe" on the title, and I'd shell out the money for a Switch version.
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New Super Mario Bros. U (@new-super-mario-bros-u)
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570d • New Super Mario Bros. U • Review • edited
New Super Mario Bros. U
Can we add half stars to these ratings? It's better than the first New SMB for the Wii (hello HD graphics!), but I wouldn't say it's a 5 star game. I might be a sucker for constantly getting the Switch upgrades, but like its predecessor it's just fun to play for SMB fans.
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New Super Mario Bros. Wii (@new-super-mario-bros-wii)
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New Super Mario Bros. Wii
The "New SMB" series doesn't get a lot of love, but it's solid 2D platforming that provides a middle ground between the classic 80s and 90s games and the 3D adventures since SM64. While I understand the appeal, I never cared for the 4 player chaos (if you have 4 players, put in a Party, Smash, or Kart). The single player game is well worth playing though!
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Aladdin (Sega/PC/NES) (@aladdin-segapcnes)
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Aladdin (Sega/PC/NES)
I remember saving up to buy this one for my Genesis. Had lots of good times with it and definitely one of the better movie to game adaptations I remember.
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Donkey Kong Country (@donkey-kong-country)
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Donkey Kong Country
One of the top SNES titles and a great game that rejuvenated a classic franchise. Excellent replayability and a joy to play for fans of 2D platformers.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee! (@pokemon-lets-go-pikachu-and-lets-go-eevee)
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Pokémon: Let's Go, Pikachu! and Let's Go, Eevee!
I have very little experience with Pokemon games so I didn't have to compare this with the original Blue/Red games. With the base 150 Pokemon I am accustomed to from my brief Pokemon fandom 20 some odd years ago, this was a joy to pick up and play. Requiring the joy-con knocks 1 star off.
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RyanMac (@mariomaestro)
Star Wars Rogue Squadron II: Rogue Leader (@star-wars-rogue-squadron-ii-rogue-leader)
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Star Wars Rogue Squadron II: Rogue Leader
Along with Wave Race: Blue Storm, this was my launch day GameCube title and it was worth every penny. Still during the peak of Star Wars prequel mania, flying these missions felt like I was part of the Rebellion itself. Controls were intuitive, camera was much improved over the N64 original, and graphics were among the best I had seen on a Nintendo console. Still on the shortlist of "favourite GameCube titles", I would recommend this to any Star Wars fan.
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The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening (2019) (@the-legend-of-zelda-links-awakening-2019)
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The Legend of Zelda: Link's Awakening (2019)
A charming remake of a game I’ve never played. The map may seem small, but there is still a lot to do and see. I wouldn’t mind if they brought more of these to the Switch.
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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild (@the-legend-of-zelda-breath-of-the-wild)
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The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild
While it took me a long time to truly “get it”, once it clicked I fell in love with this expansive, beautiful world. Countless hours can be spent going on quests, foraging for supplies, and just getting lost exploring the vastness of Hyrule.
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Donkey Kong Country Returns (@donkey-kong-country-returns)
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Donkey Kong Country Returns
Another fantastic DK sidescroller.
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Tecmo Super Bowl (@tecmo-super-bowl)
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Tecmo Super Bowl
Tecmo Super Bowl forever and for always.
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Mario Party (@mario-party)
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Mario Party
It's a 5 star game that I'm docking 1 star out of spite for decreasing the quality of life on my N64 control sticls.
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Super Mario Kart (@super-mario-kart)
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Super Mario Kart
A timeless gem that launched one of gaming's best franchises. The split screen map is still cool.
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Mario Tennis Aces (@mario-tennis-aces)
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Mario Tennis Aces
I should probably give it another, more thorough chance to wow me. Then maybe I can change the rating.
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Super Mario Sunshine (@super-mario-sunshine)
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Super Mario Sunshine
This might be considered the Mario 2 of the 3D platformers, but I don't care. It's a damn fine game. It brought a fun new concept to the Mario world that we haven't seen since. The colourful worlds look even better on the Switch HD port. I believe it's as fresh and fun to play now as it was 20 years ago.
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Road Rash (@road-rash)
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Road Rash
There was nothing like smacking the crap out of someone with a crowbar to the point where they fall of their bike and get hit by oncoming traffic. The sequels were much better though.
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Banjo-Kazooie (@banjo-kazooie)
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Banjo-Kazooie
Rare platformers are special. This one is no different. Hard not to give it 5 stars but I'll save that for the sequel or if I change my mind after completing it on the Switch.
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New Pokémon Snap (@new-pokemon-snap)
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New Pokémon Snap
It sure does look pretty, and I can appreciate Pokemon even as a 30...something year old. But this just didn't have the fun factor I was expecting. Even my kids couldn't get into it. Maybe someday.
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Super Mario 3D All-Stars (@super-mario-3d-all-stars)
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Super Mario 3D All-Stars
Three of my fav games of all time now accessible on the Switch? Yes please. While 64 could use more of a full graphical remaster than a simple HD upgrade, I suppose the DS version sort of provided that. And Galaxy in HD without the cumbersome Wii remote? That's an upgrade right there. This was a rare day 1 purchase for me.
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RollerCoaster Tycoon (@rollercoaster-tycoon)
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RollerCoaster Tycoon
One of the very few PC games I got into. A trailblazing game of sorts that was smart, challenging, and fun.
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Mario Party 2 (@mario-party-2)
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Mario Party 2
About as close to a perfect Mario Party game that you can get.
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Mario Golf (@mario-golf)
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573d • Mario Golf • Review • edited
Mario Golf
A relaxing, if somewhat primitive, 3D golf game set in the Mushroom Kingdom. Has not aged as well as its GameCube sequel but it provided me countless hours of gaming fun, both alone and with friends. Also, a FANTASTIC soundtrack.
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Super Smash Bros. Melee (@super-smash-bros-melee)
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Super Smash Bros. Melee
This is when Smash Bros peaked for me.
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Donkey Kong 64 (@donkey-kong-64)
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Donkey Kong 64
I can't help but give it a perfect score for the 100+ hours of pure 3D collect-a-thon platforming it provided in a DK universe that I've always been a fan of. Like most others in the N64 generation, an HD remaster and camera control upgrade would go a long ways.
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The Lion King (@the-lion-king)
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The Lion King
A solid movie adaptation which I'm surprised has not been reviewed by @darthsmeagol yet.
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Star Wars Episode I: Racer (@star-wars-episode-i-racer)
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Star Wars Episode I: Racer
Had a lot of fun playing this as a young teen in the months following the release of Episode 1. The Switch remake doesn't quite grab me the same way, but that is pretty common for games of this era.
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Rampage (@rampage)
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576d • Rampage • Review • edited
Rampage
This is a 5 star NES game for me. I had such a blast with this game, whether solo or with a friend. One of the few games I rented time after time as a young pup. Why my parents didn’t just find a copy to buy, I’ll never know.
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Super Mario Party (@super-mario-party)
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577d • Super Mario Party • Review • edited
Super Mario Party
Not great, not terrible. At best, it's "good", and that's generous. To be honest, I sold mine because I knew once we got Superstars, we'd never go back to the joycon-only style of gameplay.
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Super Mario Maker 2 (@super-mario-maker-2)
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584d • Super Mario Maker 2 • Review • edited
Super Mario Maker 2
Maybe it's my lack of creativity, but this game just doesn't do it for me. The maps I come across are more obnoxious than fun. If I had more time, maybe I'd enjoy creating more, but it's a pass for me. 3 stars for the concept and potential.
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Super Mario Galaxy 2 (@super-mario-galaxy-2)
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618d • Super Mario Galaxy 2 • Review • edited
Super Mario Galaxy 2
One of those games that took what its predecessor did so well and somehow made it even better. It’s a shame that it’s the only Mario 3D platformer that isn’t on the Switch because it just might be the best one.
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Diddy Kong Racing (@diddy-kong-racing)
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626d • Diddy Kong Racing • Review • edited
Diddy Kong Racing
This one holds a special place in that it was the first N64 game I was able to really play through. While the racing mechanics may not have been quite as refined as Mario Kart 64 (and even that is debatable), it had a 1-2 player adventure mode that was unmatched and a choice of vehicles to use was also something MK hadn't gotten to yet. This is at the top of my wishlist for an HD remaster and/or addition to N64 Online.
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Super Mario Bros. 2 (@super-mario-bros-2)
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Super Mario Bros. 2
The worst SMB game is still better than most of the best games out there. Sure, it’s an oddball, but it brought us shy guy, birdo, and Luigi’s famed flutter jump. Being able to choose from 1 of 4 characters, who each had their own strengths, still sets this apart in the Mario universe and was far ahead of its time. Fun, challenging, and weird still makes for a good time.
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Super Mario 64 (@super-mario-64)
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631d • Super Mario 64 • Review • edited
Super Mario 64
What more can be said about such an iconic, groundbreaking game? Even if the camera and controls haven't aged gracefully, this game was perhaps the most influential one since the original Super Mario Bros itself. While the worlds of Sunshine and Odyssey are far more expansive, SM64 laid the blueprint for what 3D platforming could be in the 21st century. The replayability remains top notch and the fun factor as good as ever.
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Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze (@donkey-kong-country-tropical-freeze)
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Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze
The best DKC side-scroller since the king itself: DKC2. Incredibly challenging, yet fun. I've yet to 100% this or the Switch port. Definitely check it out if you're a fan of the franchise or platformers in general.
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Super Mario Bros. 3 (@super-mario-bros-3)
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Super Mario Bros. 3
I have clear and fond memories of opening this on Christmas Day, I want to say 1992. It stands the test of time better than any NES title and better than a lot of newer games too. For some, it's the greatest SMB game ever made, for others it's the greatest period. The levels, worlds, and power-ups inspired SMB games after it for decades.
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