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Top 10 Super Mario Games Ever Ranked

Author : Lucas Apr 19,2025

Mario, the quintessential icon of gaming and pop culture, has graced hundreds of games across numerous platforms, not to mention his forays into television and cinema, with the latest being the 2023 Super Mario Bros. Movie. Yet, despite his extensive resume, it seems our beloved Italian plumber is just warming up, with many more adventures slated for the future.

However, it's the classic Mario platformer games that have truly captured the hearts of fans for decades. As we approach the 40th anniversary of the Super Mario series in September 2025—marking four decades since the original Super Mario Bros. hit the shelves in 1985—it's a perfect time to celebrate Nintendo's iconic hero. In honor of this milestone, we've compiled a definitive list of the top Super Mario platformer games of all time.

Crafting this list was no small feat, but here's IGN's selection of the 10 best Super Mario games, showcasing the pinnacle of Mario's platforming legacy:

Top 10 Super Mario Games

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