Top 10 Super Mario Games Ever Ranked

Mario, the iconic character synonymous with gaming and pop culture, has graced hundreds of games across numerous platforms, as well as starred in various TV shows and films, including the acclaimed 2023 Super Mario Bros. Movie. Despite his extensive resume, our beloved Italian plumber shows no signs of slowing down, with exciting new projects continually in development.

However, it's the core Mario platformer games that continue to captivate audiences worldwide. As we approach the Super Mario series' monumental 40th anniversary in September 2025—marking four decades since the release of the original Super Mario Bros. in 1985—we celebrate Nintendo's mustachioed hero with a curated list of the top Super Mario platformer games of all time.

Selecting the best from such a legendary series was no small feat, but here is IGN's definitive list of the 10 best Super Mario games, showcasing the pinnacle of Mario's platforming adventures.

Top 10 Super Mario Games

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