Super Famicom / SNES · RPG

Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars

スーパーマリオRPG

Japan: March 9, 1996 · Dev: Square · Music: Yoko Shimomura

About this game

Released in 1996, Super Mario RPG was the unexpected result of a collaboration between Nintendo and Square — the studio behind Final Fantasy. Yoko Shimomura delivered one of the Super Famicom's most beloved soundtracks, and the game introduced isometric 3D visuals and turn-based combat to the Mario universe for the first time. With its playful writing, memorable original characters like Geno and Mallow, and action-command battle system, it became one of the most cherished RPGs of the 16-bit era.

Key Features

Action-command battle system rewarding timed button presses for bonus damage, an isometric world map with secrets hidden across dozens of locations, five-character party drawn from Mario, Peach, Bowser, Geno, and Mallow, and Yoko Shimomura's sweeping orchestral-style score.

The Story Behind

Super Mario RPG was the last Nintendo game developed by Square before the two companies parted ways following Nintendo 64's cartridge format decision. It also marked the final major collaboration between Nintendo and Square until Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga in 2003. The game was remade and re-released as Super Mario RPG on Nintendo Switch in 2023.

Tricks & Tales

Super Mario RPG was produced by Shigeru Miyamoto and directed by Chihiro Fujioka. Yoko Shimomura composed the score while simultaneously working on Street Fighter II at Capcom — she had just joined Square. The game introduced Geno and Mallow, two characters beloved by fans who have frequently appeared in fan polls for Smash Bros. but have never returned in a mainline Nintendo game.

Collector's Guide

Rarity uncommon
Japan Release March 9, 1996

Region & Compatibility

Released in Japan and North America. Never officially released in Europe or Australia during the Super Famicom era. A 2023 Nintendo Switch remake brought it worldwide.

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Hand-cleaned and tested units shipped worldwide from Toyohashi, Japan. HP direct purchase exclusive: we include a printed shop owner's note card with every order.

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