Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga

 Game Boy Advance
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90

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8.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 241 Ratings

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  • Summary: An evil witch has replaced Princess Peach's fair speech with explosives! Mario and Luigi must once again come to her rescue, but this time they employ the help of Bowser, their sworn enemy. Mario and Luigi must learn new moves and combine powers to fight off enemies and move closer to theAn evil witch has replaced Princess Peach's fair speech with explosives! Mario and Luigi must once again come to her rescue, but this time they employ the help of Bowser, their sworn enemy. Mario and Luigi must learn new moves and combine powers to fight off enemies and move closer to the witch's castle. Guide this unlikely bunch through an abundance of minigames such as Border Jump and Mystery Carts. Combine the powers of Mario and Luigi to pull off special tag-team moves. Immerse yourself in this bright, cartoonish, and humorous world, complete with hit music featured in previous Mario games.… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 42 out of 42
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 42
  3. Negative: 0 out of 42
  1. AceGamez
    100
    Superstar Saga is the perfect mix of turn-based combat, adventuring and platforming all in one.
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  2. Just RPG
    96
    What will keep you playing through all that time is not just all the neat moves or the excellent graphics but the well-crafted and humorous story.
  3. Gamenikki
    95
    A rarity in the gaming world; a game that brings a smile to your face by not taking itself seriously, and at the same time keep you on your toes gameplay-wise.
  4. Games Radar
    90
    A real surprise - if you liked "Paper Mario" on N64 you'll love this. It's funny, enjoyable and capable of eating up hours on end. [GamesMaster]
  5. GMR Magazine
    90
    One of those games you cherish playing - and avoid completing because you just don't want it to end. [Jan 2003, p.93]
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  6. Electronic Gaming Monthly
    88
    Everything your typical RPG is not - fast-paced, action-oriented, colorful and lighthearted - yet it's the best game the genre has seen on the GBA. [Jan 2004, p.162]
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  7. Yahoo!
    80
    On the whole, Mario & Luigi Superstar Saga's got a solid Zelda vibe: it's polished, it flows nicely without being too restrictive, and it offers a distinct style of gameplay, all presented with a lot of charm and a laidback sense of humor that doesn't try too hard.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 79 out of 83
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 83
  3. Negative: 1 out of 83
  1. PeterO.
    Nov 16, 2003
    10
    I have not beaten this game, but am well into it. It's great. The game is just like Super Mario RPG and Paper Mario, two of the funnest I have not beaten this game, but am well into it. It's great. The game is just like Super Mario RPG and Paper Mario, two of the funnest RPG's around. Anyone who felt bad for Luigi being left behind all the time in Paper Mario can rejoice; our green 'stached hero gets star billing. However, he is still made fun of, nobody remembers his name, and Nintendo gave him some very flamboyant mannerisms.… Expand
  2. Rockoman100
    Aug 13, 2012
    10
    Incredible! Absolutely incredible! While it took me almost 5 years to beat because i got the game at a very young age in which i was incapableIncredible! Absolutely incredible! While it took me almost 5 years to beat because i got the game at a very young age in which i was incapable on comprehending more than half of the English language, that doesn't matter because even after pulling through it was an incredible experience. Did i mention it was incredible? This game is incredible.… Expand
  4. PombartheLuigifan
    Jan 7, 2004
    10
    Best Mario game since Super Mario RPG on SNES!
  5. Xilo
    Aug 18, 2015
    10
    The game is simply incredible. If i could rate higher i would. As a kid who got the game back when it was released, i struggled with it andThe game is simply incredible. If i could rate higher i would. As a kid who got the game back when it was released, i struggled with it and never got past one of the first areas. I took it out a few weeks ago after almost giving up on it.. and i can say it was an epic experience. Fast paced, colorful and hilarious.. i have never enjoyed my Game Boy advanced so much. I put over 40 hours into the game (thanks to the counter) and sometimes played for 7-8 hours a day. (thankfully it is summer) so, i can tell you it is worth actually getting this game if you like games like this. From searching for hundreds of hidden beans to make useful coffees to obtain rare items and boost your stats (yes that is an actual function, and an amazing one at that) to grinding on cool and powerful enemies to level up so you can take on the powerful Cackletta. The game is worth your money. Very worth it.… Expand
  6. Che3es
    Jan 24, 2019
    10
    My favorite game for the GBA. The best Mario RPG from the saga. I really like the character design on this game
  7. AKthaBeast
    Aug 31, 2018
    9
    The first in an excellent series of rpgs that feature Mario & Luigi...such great mechanics and use of characters
  8. JeffF.
    Jan 26, 2004
    2
    This game is dull, boring, and nowhere near as good as everone claims. I had it for a week then sold it on e-bay.

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Awards & Rankings

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#3 Best Game Boy Advance Game of 2003
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#2 Most Discussed Game Boy Advance Game of 2003
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#5 Most Shared Game Boy Advance Game of 2003