The reasons for this dramatic departure are well known, but that doesn't make it stick out any less. Out of the ten games on this list, this is the only one that doesn't feature the traditional 'jump on that thing's head to kill it' gameplay.

It may not feature all the bells and whistles of later titles, but its rock-solid controls and level variety make it more than just a nostalgia act. Every Mario game ever owes its existence to the great platformer that Shigeru Miyamoto presented to gamers in 1985, and it still plays well today. laid a foundation that still has an impact in 2011. With the introduction of series mainstays like the fire flower and mushroom, the iconic music and sound effects, and its challenging-yet-rewarding gameplay, the first Super Mario Bros. I'm not weighing factors such as historical importance.these are ranked strictly on fun factor. Regardless of what your personal choices may be, here are my picks for the ten best Mario titles of all time. 3 or World is better, and others will trash Super Mario Bros. Some gamers hate Super Mario Sunshine, others will passionately debate whether Super Mario Bros. With this blog, I'm inviting plenty of debate in the comments about how it should be ordered.

While the plumber has seen missteps in spin-off series like Mario Party, Mario Sports Mix, and his Olympic romps with former rival Sonic, the core series is as close to perfection as we've seen in a long-running franchise. His core titles have been, without exception, fantastic gaming experiences and pure platforming bliss. There's a good reason why Mario is the most recognizable face in the history of the gaming industry.

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