Super Mario Odyssey was his most bonkers adventure yet (Picture: Nintendo)<\/span><\/p>\n <\/h2>\n4. Super Mario 3D World<\/h2>\n Perhaps the least played due to being released on the Wii U, Super Mario 3D World is vastly overlooked in the 3D pantheon. It has some of the most chaotic fun you’ll find in Mario’s library, with wall-climbing cat suits, duplicating cherry pick-ups and throwable boomerangs. <\/p>\n
It’s playful, beautifully silly and is the best example of multiplayer in a traditional Mario outing. Following a spectacular final boss, later bonus levels also turn the accessible chaos into a wickedly difficult nightmare for Mario veterans. <\/p>\n
\nSuper Mario 3D World is multiplayer madness (Picture: Nintendo)<\/span><\/p>\n <\/span><\/div>\n <\/h2>\n3. Super Mario Galaxy 2<\/h2>\n While arguably the greatest of the two Mario Galaxy titles, this second outing wasn’t quite as fresh or invigorating as the original landing. Super Mario Galaxy 2 essentially builds on everything which came before though, with a streamlined world map and an abundance of new mechanics – including the mad dashes of Yoshi on chilli. <\/p>\n
The most impressive aspect is how every mechanic introduced is barely used twice. Each level presents fresh ideas and concepts to play around with at a staggering hit rate, stomping out any haters who inexplicably believe Nintendo recycles franchises without any fresh innovation. <\/p>\n
\nSuper Mario Galaxy 2 builds on the first in every way (Picture: Nintendo)<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
2. Super Mario 64<\/h2>\n A defining game for platformers, Super Mario 64 might not be the best title to play in today’s climate but it’s certainly the most ‘important’ of Mario’s 3D adventures – setting the benchmark for how to execute 3D analogue controls. <\/p>\n
Even with its blocky visual limitations and throwback controls in comparison to modern titles, Super Mario 64 is an essential adventure which offers the perfect balance of challenge and fun. From rescuing lost penguins or getting chased by terrifying teethed pianos, Super Mario 64 is stacked with some of the most memorable moments in Mario’s history. <\/p>\n
If you fancy a visual upgrade and additional characters to play with, you can also try the remake available on Nintendo DS. <\/p>\n
\nSuper Mario 64 is still a classic (Picture: Nintendo)<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n
1. Super Mario Galaxy<\/h2>\n If you encapsulated everything wonderful about 3D Mario games, the sublime Super Mario Galaxy on Nintendo Wii is easily the best starting point. <\/p>\n
Featuring a stunning orchestral soundtrack, incredible level design and the simple joys of messing with gravity-based platform physics, Mario’s first jump into space blew away the competition at a time when 3D platformers were distinctly out of fashion.<\/p>\n
While it didn’t ignite a rebirth many perhaps expected, Super Mario Galaxy was a towering anomaly within the genre which pushed the benchmark once again. From its perfect presentation, fluid controls and irresistible charm, it was a franchise reinvigoration which took Mario to a whole new dimension. <\/p>\n
\nSuper Mario Galaxy is close to perfection (Picture: Nintendo)<\/span><\/p>\nAgree or disagree? Let us know in the comments. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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