Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games DS box art

Nintendo DS · Sports

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games

Certified classic

SystemNintendo DS
GenreSports
DeveloperSega Sports R&D
PublisherNintendo
Players1–2 players
CommitmentQuick session (Under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
SeriesMario & Sonic at the Olympic Games
LegacyCertified classic · legacy score 24

Released for the Nintendo DS, Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games is a sports game developed by Sega Sports R&D and published by Nintendo.

Among the 71 DS sports games in our database, it ranks #1 by legacy score.

It is part of the Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games series; on the DS you can also try Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games.

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.

Pick it if…

  • you want to race and compete
  • you have time for a quick session (under an hour, or endless arcade fun)
  • you have a friend to play against
  • you want to experience one of the DS's defining games

Maybe skip it if…

  • you need current teams and rosters

What playing Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games is like

Sports games bring football, baseball, hockey, golf, tennis, wrestling and more to the console, from simulation-style management to over-the-top arcade action.

Tip for newcomers: Arcade-style sports games are the easiest to enjoy today; simulation titles may have outdated rosters but still offer satisfying gameplay.

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games gameplay screenshot on DS
In-game screenshot (DS)

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games walkthroughs & guides

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Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games FAQ

Who made Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games?

It was developed by Sega Sports R&D and published by Nintendo.

Is Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games multiplayer?

Yes. Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games supports up to 2 players.

How long does Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games take to play?

As a sports game, Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games typically falls into the "Quick session" category: under an hour, or endless arcade fun. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.

Read more about Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games 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.

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