Updated April 6, 2023, by Mark Sammut: Since the Nintendo 64 era, Mario's most coveted releases have been 3D projects. Which are the greatest 2D Super Mario games of all time? Which ones have aged beautifully? While many may argue that the franchise’s heights belong to the 3D side of things, 2D Mario has maintained a consistent level of quality over the decades. RELATED: All Of The Mario Games On The Nintendo Wii, Ranked From Worst To Best set a precedent for good controls, good level design, and good music that is still being adhered to today.
More or less modern gaming’s grandfather, the original Super Mario Bros. There is no getting around the sheer level of quality that the Super Mario anchise brings to the table.