Play Super Mario Story Online

Super Mario Story came out on the Super Nintendo Entertainment System in the mid-90s, developed by Square and published by Nintendo. It was a strange and interesting departure for Mario at the time, moving away from the pure action of his other SNES titles into something that felt more like a storybook adventure.

You control Mario as he explores a world map, moving from one location to the next to advance the plot. The main goal is to rescue Princess Peach, but you do it by engaging in turn-based battles where timing button presses correctly boosts your attack or defense. You recruit party members, including Bowser, and use special moves and items to defeat enemies. The pacing is deliberate, with a lot of dialogue and exploration between fights, and the difficulty comes from managing your party and resources rather than reflexes. It feels like participating in a playful, interactive cartoon where your choices directly shape a silly and surprising narrative.