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Nintendo 64 · Platformer
Super Mario 64
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo 64 |
|---|---|
| Released | 1996 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Nintendo |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1 player |
| Commitment | Weekend project (Roughly 6–20 hours) |
| Series | Mario |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 51 |
Developed by Nintendo, Super Mario 64 arrived on the Nintendo 64 in 1996 as a platformer.
It belongs to the N64's earliest wave of games. Other notable N64 releases from 1996 include Mario Kart 64, Mortal Kombat Trilogy and Pilotwings 64. Among the 34 N64 platformers in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.
It is part of the Mario series. The series also appears on other systems with Super Mario RPG (SNES) and Super Princess Peach (DS). Nintendo also made The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, Mario Kart 64 and The Legend of Zelda: Majora's Mask for the N64.
This is a solo experience: one player, no waiting on anyone else.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for a weekend project (roughly 6–20 hours)
- you want to experience one of the N64's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
- you are looking for something to play with friends
What playing Super Mario 64 is like
Platformers are all about movement: running, jumping and timing your way across levels full of gaps, enemies and secrets. The best ones feel great to control within seconds and then slowly teach you to master every leap.
Tip for newcomers: Retro platformers often have limited lives and few checkpoints. Learn one level at a time, look for hidden 1-ups, and don't be shy about using a save feature when it is available.
Super Mario 64 cheats & codes
1,231 codes on file (GameShark). Here are a few GameShark codes to start with:
| No Red Coins Needed | 802F2DDF 0000 |
|---|---|
| Giant Mario | 810F0890 3F90 |
| Tiny Mario | 810F0890 3E00 |
| Play as a Star | 8133B4D6 8B9C |
| Carpets In Rainbow Ride(and some other platforms) Stay Solid For 3 Times As Long | 813050B6 01C2 |
| Carpets In Rainbow Ride(and some other platforms) Blink For 3 Times As Long | 813050BE 0078 |
Super Mario 64 walkthroughs & guides
Stuck, or want to go deeper? These trusted sites have full walkthroughs, completion times and more for Super Mario 64.
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Playing N64 games today
The N64 is at its best with friends on the couch: its library is packed with four-player party, racing and shooter games. Selected titles are available through Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
Super Mario 64 FAQ
When did Super Mario 64 come out on the N64?
Super Mario 64 was released for the Nintendo 64 in 1996.
Who made Super Mario 64?
It was developed by Nintendo.
Is Super Mario 64 multiplayer?
No. Super Mario 64 is a single-player game.
How long does Super Mario 64 take to play?
As a platformer, Super Mario 64 typically falls into the "Weekend project" category: roughly 6–20 hours. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Super Mario 64 on Wikipedia. Facts on this page are compiled from the open libretro database and Wikidata; "legacy score" reflects how widely a game is documented across Wikipedia's language editions. Spotted an error? Let us know.