Though the genre has since exploded, 2D platforming arguably owes its start to Super Mario. And even though it’s been 40 years since the first game came out, few 2D platformers have risen to the level ...

What are the best 2D Mario games? We rank every side-scrolling platformer in the Nintendo mascot's history. Super Mario’s 40-year history is a testament to all the different ways you can make a little ...

Super Mario Bros. Wonder was an unfiltered banger. From its visual style to the barrage of new ideas found in almost every level, it was everything we wanted after a few too many New Super Mario Bros.

The world of 2D video games is rich with classics that have stood the test of time, offering a blend of nostalgic charm and timeless gameplay. From the iconic Mario series to the challenging Mega Man ...

Super Mario Bros. Wonder was dumped at the end of the Nintendo Switch’s life cycle. In 2023, when it first came out, everyone knew the Switch was on its way out. Even though it took almost two years, ...

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Save a ton on Nintendo Switch games like Super Mario Bros. Wonder, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, and Mario Party Superstars. reading time 3 minutes Every nerdy fandom has their own made up fan ...

GameSpot may get a commission from retail offers. There is no need to argue about whether old-school, top-down The Legend of Zelda games are better than Link's 3D adventures in Hyrule. Nintendo seems ...

Super Mario The "elegant design" of Super Mario Bros levels has inspired devs for over 40 years, but it was Super Mario 64's 3D leap that was a "watershed moment" Donkey Kong By smashing together ...