1. ExpEchoX5

   10

   This game was the first RPG I played when it was first released on the SNES and it is still one of my favorites on the Wii's Virtual Console (VC). This game was made with the help of Square-Enix (then Squaresoft). Usually, Mario games have a simple story and a linear world. In contrast, this game has a great story and a dynamic world. Some of the areas will ever change when you complete objectives in other areas, such as when you defeat a boss who is attacking a village. There are many interesting new allies (ex. Mallow and Geno) and new enemies (such as bees that can poison you and a thieving purple crocodile).. There are also a few Easter eggs for those who explore enough of the world, mostly in the appearance and names of characters. The battle system and experience system are simple to understand, but both require a small amount of strategy. Every party member shares the pool of flower points (FP), which is equivalent to MP. This game has many mini-games and side-quests in addition to the story, so that feels like there is always something to do. There are many people who I would recommend this game to: Mario fans, RPG fans, and Square-Enix fans.… Expand

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2. SwitSwat

   10

   This is easily one of the best Mario games ever made and one of the most challenging ones as well. Being the first Mario RPG, it was certainly well thought through by the developers and a very well made game altogether. Using the basic RPG elements of Final Fantasy and new environments plus a progressive story makes it an addicting classic that was first released for the SNES/Virtual Console. It earns a 10/10 from me.… Expand

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3. TipsyMcBee

   9

   Mario mixed with RPG sounds like a totally bogus idea. However, Super Mario RPG becomes an extraordinary gaming experience that will please both Mario and Final Fantasy fans alike. Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars takes familiar characters from the franchise and brings them into a RPG universe with newer characters and a completely different villain that is overly powerful and threatening than Bowser. Mario teams up with two new members named Mallow and Geno, including some familiar faces in this exciting adventure filled with many comical sequences, well written dialogue and an outstanding soundtrack that will shut your brain off of reality. The battle system in the game is really solid too, though trying to get Time Hits accurately from some special attacks can be a hit or miss when attacking an enemy. It is either you know when you exactly press the button for Time Hits or not. Normally I am not a fan of RPG gaming, but Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars has to be one of the best RPG experiences I had ever played through. It is definitely a must recommend for any gamer who are drawn into storytelling and funny characters in a video game.… Expand

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4. StllBreathnButY

   9

   The worst thing about this game is that it comes to an END. Seeing all the things from the Mario universe come to life in pseudo 3d form and in its first RPG was mind blowing at the time. Classic final fantasy style turned based battles with a dash of action with timed button presses made combat always fresh and entertaining. Because the plot and dialogue is so rediculous, the story is told with plenty of humor, either through jokes and jabs at the characters, or by watching Mario physically act out his end of the dialogue. The game uses beefed up technology to produce the powerful visuals on the super Nintendo cartridge. It's a game that every RPG fan should play, and every Mario fan should look into.… Collapse

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