Readers Name Super Mario Galaxy and Mario Kart 8 as Favorites, Though Sunshine and Paper Mario Also Have Devoted Followings
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Several readers cited Super Mario World, 64, and Galaxy as some of their favorite Mario games, with Galaxy 2 and Odyssey also getting lots of votes.
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Some readers made the case for more unorthodox picks like Sunshine, praising its gameplay mechanics and sandbox feel that set it apart.
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Multiple readers argued Super Mario Galaxy hits the sweet spot, with phenomenal music, great use of motion controls, innovative gravity physics, and an melancholic story.
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Despite criticism, a few readers passionately defended Super Mario Sunshine as their favorite, citing its mood, environments, and replayability.
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When accounting for different genres, readers suggested Mario Kart 8 as the best sports title and Paper Mario The Thousand Year Door as the top RPG.