Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars - SNES

If there was ever a title within Nintendo''s Super Mario franchise that revolutionized the way games featuring the famous plumber were produced and put together as well as single-handedly changing the public''s perception of how to play an adventure role playing game done right, not only did Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars hit all the right points in balancing simplicity with fun and comedy, it knocks it out of the park with a Princess Peach frying pan. Utilizing a basic control scheme that is very easy to pick up and understand, this benefits younger players in helping to introduce them to the complex world of role playing video games, but having the Mario cast of characters along for the ride steers the storyline progression into familiar characters and foes in brand new settings and places. The introduction of new playable characters unique to Super Mario RPG are woven craftily and neatly into the story, fleshing out their struggles and triumphs as the adventure and mission of finding the seven lost stars takes them from Mushroom Kingdom to erupting volcanoes, down into a deep mine cave, and even into a race for Yoshi''s! With hidden areas, treasure chests, and easter eggs galore sprinkled all throughout the game, there''s always something to discover that will tickle the fancy of the hardcore grinder looking to power up their characters as well as those completionists looking to find special, one-of-a-kind weapons, armor and items. Like the age old game of chess, it''s easy to pick up and hard to master, but you''ll never get tired of the experience of battles with new and old enemies alike, and the joy you get when your characters advance a level. It has all the elements of a tremendous RPG, one whose standard was set so high and received critical acclaim that it has spawn several other Mario-themed RPGs since. It can''t be put any better than this - nothing beats a classic!