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Nintendo DS · Platformer
Super Mario 64 DS
Certified classic
| System | Nintendo DS |
|---|---|
| Released | 2005 |
| Genre | Platformer |
| Developer | Nintendo EAD |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Players | 1–2 players |
| Commitment | An evening or two (Roughly 1–6 hours to see it through) |
| Series | Super Mario |
| Legacy | Certified classic · legacy score 27 |
Super Mario 64 DS is a platformer released in 2005 for the Nintendo DS, developed by Nintendo EAD and published by Nintendo.
It came out in the DS's second year on the market. Other notable DS releases from 2005 include Mario Kart DS, Nintendogs and Super Princess Peach. Among the 55 DS platformers in our database, it ranks #2 by legacy score.
It is part of the Super Mario series; on the DS you can also try New Super Mario Bros.. The series also appears on other systems with Super Mario World: Super Mario Advance 2 (GBA). Nintendo EAD also made Mario Kart DS, The Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass and Animal Crossing: Wild World for the DS.
Super Mario 64 DS supports up to 2 players, whether that means taking turns or going head-to-head.
Pick it if…
- you want to run, jump and explore
- you have time for an evening or two (roughly 1–6 hours to see it through)
- you have a friend to play against
- you want to experience one of the DS's defining games
Maybe skip it if…
- you get frustrated by precise jumps and limited lives
What playing Super Mario 64 DS 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 DS cheats & codes
19 codes on file (Action Replay DS). Here are a few Action Replay DS codes to start with:
| Infinite Lives | 020973EC
00000063 |
|---|---|
| Infinite Coins | 02097454
00000064 |
| Mario, Luigi and Wario Never Lose Cap | 22094BA7
00000080 |
| All Mini Games in Rec Room | 02094BE8
FFFFFFFF |
| Infinite Health | 1208FCE4
00000880
1210679C
00000008 |
| All Castle Doors Unlocked | 12094BA4
0000FFFF
22094BA6
000000FF |
Super Mario 64 DS walkthroughs & guides
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Playing DS games today
Many DS games rely on the touchscreen and stylus, so they play best on original hardware, a 3DS, or an emulator with mouse or touch input such as Rec0m88. The library is enormous, which makes a recommendation engine especially handy.
Super Mario 64 DS FAQ
When did Super Mario 64 DS come out on the DS?
Super Mario 64 DS was released for the Nintendo DS in 2005.
Who made Super Mario 64 DS?
It was developed by Nintendo EAD and published by Nintendo.
Is Super Mario 64 DS multiplayer?
Yes. Super Mario 64 DS supports up to 2 players.
How long does Super Mario 64 DS take to play?
As a platformer, Super Mario 64 DS typically falls into the "An evening or two" category: roughly 1–6 hours to see it through. Your time will vary with skill and how much you explore.
Read more about Super Mario 64 DS 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.