• Publisher: Nintendo
  • Release Date: Dec 5, 2005
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 39 Critics What's this?

User Score

Generally favorable reviews- based on 31 Ratings

  • Summary: Nintendo's foray into sports titles continues with Super Mario Strikers, a new soccer game that's unlike anything ever to hit the pitch. Whether players are freezing their opponents with an ice-cold shell, unleashing a spiny shell on their hapless opponents or making entire teams flee in terror with a roving Chain Chomp, they're sure to see something new around every corner kick. Super Mario Strikers features all the favorite characters from the Nintendo universe, as well as four-person multiplayer action that will have players and their friends cheering all night long. Get ready for the world cup of gaming. Expand
Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 17 out of 39
  2. Negative: 0 out of 39
  1. 100
    It's easily the Mario Kart of soccer games and that should tell you a lot. Even if you think you're a confirmed soccer hater, Super Mario Strikers just might rock your world.
  2. The game is fast and fun, and while far from annoyance free, it is the best sports title to star Nintendo's familiar mascots to come along in a good long while, if not ever.
  3. You're only going to get your money's worth out of this game if you plan on getting a lot of use out of the multi-player mode.
  4. It's a great multi-player game, but single player can get very tedious.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 13 out of 16
  2. Negative: 1 out of 16
  1. TonyG.
    10
    pick up and play soccer is best to describe it. great smooth animations, control is perfect, graphics cool as mario himself. I love nintendo, brings out the kid at heart! they have my support in every way. this game just confirms it. Expand
  2. MichaelA.
    8
    This game is very fun and can be quite challenging if you get far enough. Even though the game would be considered very short for those who are very skilled with soccer games, this is a game you will love to play for many months to come. Expand
  3. Although it is a game that lacks complexity and a lengthy playthrough, Super Mario Strikers offers players a fun experience that is best shared with others and retains the signature Mario style. Expand
  4. CharlieM.
    1
    Yet another Mario cash-in. Weak gameplay, zero depths, and the standard Mario Universe gimmicks all around. Nintendo is becoming EA

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