

And while not all of Mario's role-playing outings measure up to the quality of genre pillars as, say, Chrono Trigger, there are several that easily rank among the best RPGs on their respective systems, and a few could be counted among the very best RPGs of all time. So far, Nintendo's main man has starred in 14 RPGs-a surprising number for a mascot mostly known for running and jumping.
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In fact, Mario's first RPG worked so well that not only is the beloved SNES classic now getting a full remake for the Nintendo Switch later this year, but it also spawned multiple Mario-themed RPG sub-series, including the humorous adventures of the Mario & Luigi series, the ever-evolving Paper Mario franchise, and even a duo of tactics RPGs with Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle and Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope.
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Taking a platformer series known more for its gameplay than its story or worldbuilding into the narrative-rich RPG genre may sound like an odd choice, but Mario made the transition very well back with the original Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars on the SNES. Super Mario RPG launches November 17 for Nintendo Switch.Mario might be known to some as "Jumpman,” but some of the plumber's best games are actually RPGs, not platformers. Fans can also expect an arranged Super Mario RPG soundtrack by Yoko Shimomura, the renowned composer behind the game's original score on SNES. The new remake will include a new combat mechanic that appears to be a derivative of Action Commands from the Mario & Luigi series. Super Mario RPG is regarded as one of the best Super Mario games of all time, and the Nintendo Switch remake appears to recapture the important features that made the 1996 title a success.

RetroRPG's new video showcases the extent that Nintendo went to preserve the SNES game's unique identity. All characters and enemies received new models that are similar to those found in recent Super Mario games, however. Additionally, enemy placement in the remake appears to be identical to the original game in several locations, including Mushroom Way and Kero Sewers. Mario's running animation and the combat system's isometric view in Super Mario RPG remake appear to be relatively unchanged as shown in RetroRPG's comparison video. For example, RetroRPG's footage shows that the opening cutscenes of Super Mario RPG remake are very similar to the original despite having new visuals and different cutscene angles. The gameplay footage captured from the classic SNES game appears to mimic the latest trailer, highlighting the similarities and differences between both versions. The recent reveal trailer for the Super Mario RPG remake may be seen in the top left-hand corner, while the bottom right-hand corner of the video shows footage of the original SNES version captured by RetroRPG. Retro gaming YouTube channel RetroRPG recently uploaded a video comparing the original Super Mario RPG for SNES to the upcoming remake for Nintendo Switch. RELATED: Super Mario RPG Remake's Updated Graphics Confirm New Detail After 27 Years Following the recent reveal at the June 21 Nintendo Direct, fans of the original SNES game have begun to compare gameplay footage and uncover returning Easter eggs in the remake. Nintendo is revisiting Super Mario RPG with a remake for Nintendo Switch, which features all-new HD visuals and cinematics. This classic SNES RPG captured the hearts of many players in 1996, and the remake will introduce this tale to new Mario fans later this year. Mario, Bowser, and Peach team up in order to save Star Road and defeat the troublesome Smithy Gang in Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars.

This comparison video was made just a few short days after Nintendo revealed the Super Mario RPG remake at the June 21 Nintendo Direct. A new Super Mario RPG video compares the original game's graphics on the SNES to the remake coming soon to Nintendo Switch.
