Summary
Super Mario RPGhas once again whisked players away to the Mushroom Kingdom for another riveting journey. This time, Mario and his allies must stop the Smithy Gang from taking over the world. What ensues is a wild adventure filled with fun characters, unique RPG mechanics, and all of that classic Mario goodness fans have come to expect. And since it works out so well, Nintendo should consider doing even more things with theSuper Mario RPGconcept.
Specifically, Nintendo should take theSuper Mario RPGconcept to the next level by opening it up to more franchises. The adventure through the Mushroom Kingdom is fun, but what could make the experience even better is if it was a crossover. While Mario has a history of crossing over with all sorts of different franchises, the perfect one to join the fray may beSega’sSonic the Hedgehog. Both mascots have crossed over in the past and have RPG experience, so they feel perfectly matched for a new RPG adventure throughout the cosmos.
Super Mario RPG Feels Like the Perfect Place for Crossovers
Super Mario RPG Has Built an Exciting Foundation
The originalSuper Mario RPGshowed audiences that the unlikely pairing of Mario and the RPG genre works. It worked so well that fans and critics fell in love with the concept, so Nintendo ended up taking it even further withPaper MarioandMario and Luigi. Now, the studio has brought that original adventure back with an HD facelift. It has once again shown players why that original title was critically acclaimed, and fans seem to be craving more.
While one of the easiest ways to capitalize on this would be with aSuper Mario RPGsequel, Nintendo should actually consider exploring a completely different concept. Instead offocusing the story on the Mushroom Kingdom, the next Mario-centric RPG should be an epic crossover between gaming mascots. That original game has already built a strong framework to build on, so all Nintendo has to do is make sure that it can deliver another riveting adventure. And the best way to do that may be to follow inMario and Sonic at the Olympic Games' footsteps.
Sonic and Mario Should Explore the RPG Genre Together
The nextSuper Mario RPGtitle could shine if it featureda crossover between Sonic and Mario. Already, both characters have a history of crossing over across a variety of titles. They have both appeared inSuper Smash Bros., they headline their own Olympic video game series, and they even crossed over inSuper Mario Maker. The two rivals have a long history of appearing together, yet they have never really appeared in an RPG game before.
While an RPG centered around Mario and Sonic may seem strange, both characters actually have a history in the genre. Mario, of course, took center stage inSuper Mario RPGas well asPaper MarioandMario and Luigi. At the same time, Sonic headlined his own RPG in 2008 titledSonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood. These experiences may have varied heavily in quality, yet they all showed audiences that the characters can at least work within the genre if given the right amount of care.
With the release ofSuper Mario RPG, it feels like the perfect time to go all in on the RPG craze. And letting Sonic join in on the fun for the next outing feels like a recipe for success. Both characters could be forced to battle each other’s greatest enemies as they attempt to save the universe from whatever wishes to do it harm. As long as the studio can ensure that the game is well worth the wait, then fans will likely flock to it.
Super Mario RPG
WHERE TO PLAY
Set out on a classic Mario adventure: Enter—or revisit—a world of whimsy with Mario on a quest to repair Star Road and defeat the troublemaking Smithy Gang. Team up with a party of unlikely allies, like the monstrous Bowser and a mysterious doll named Geno, in a story-rich RPG packed with laughs and quirky characters.A strange party unites to save Star Road: Meet the team of oddballs setting out to thwart the troublesome Smithy Gang and protect everyone’s wishes. Even Bowser is lending a claw!Take it easy with Breezy Difficulty Mode: Players new to RPGs or who want a story-focused experience can use the new Breezy difficulty, which makes battles easier and leveling up faster. you may set the difficulty at any time if you change your mind.Adventure, battle, and traverse across a colorful world: Jump towards your next goal and continue the story. Run into monsters to enter turn-based battles with your party of three. Master the new Chain and Triple Moves system to claim victory.A delightfully reimagined world: Enjoy familiar sights with colorfully enhanced graphics and spiffy upgrades.
