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2015 Classic

A level editor and platformer in one: you build your own Mario levels and play countless creations from other players. Community creativity delivers endless variety, from relaxed romps to brutally hard challenges.

What defines Super Mario Maker:

  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Challenging difficulty
  • Action-packed real-time combat
  • Distinctive, stylised art style

The closest matches for Super Mario Maker are Super Monkey Ball: Banana Mania, Super Monkey Ball Deluxe and Kaze and the Wild Masks. Each of these 10 games shares something of what makes Super Mario Maker special – the reasons are listed right on each game.

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Super Monkey Ball: Banana Mania

92 %

2021 PCPlayStationXboxNintendo Switch 29.99 € 👍 84 % Very positive, 1,463 reviews on Steam

  • Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)
  • Gameplay comes before story
  • Bright, upbeat tone

An HD collection of the first three Super Monkey Ball games, where you tilt the stage to roll a monkey in a ball through tricky floating courses to the goal. Precise control, arcade pacing and plenty of party minigames define the fun.

Super Monkey Ball Deluxe

Challenging difficulty

A compilation of the first two Super Monkey Ball games: you tilt the stage to roll a monkey in a ball through tricky obstacle courses that demand precise control. All the minigames come unlocked, making it great for party sessions.

Frogger 2: Swampy's Revenge

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A 3D arcade hopper where you guide Frogger through colorful, hazard-filled levels to rescue tadpoles from a scheming crocodile, relying on precise timing to dodge obstacles.

Rainbow Islands: The Story of Bubble Bobble 2

Challenging difficulty

A colorful arcade platformer where you shoot rainbows to defeat enemies and climb upward while rising water chases you. As the sequel to Bubble Bobble, it stands out for its inventive movement mechanic and brisk pace.

Pix the Cat

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A frantic arcade puzzler blending Snake and Pac-Man: you gather ducklings into a trailing line and guide them to safe zones without hitting walls or yourself. It offers many modes, a vivid look and multiplayer options.

Pepper Grinder

Timing and reflexes matter (parrying, dodging)

A snappy 2D platformer where you drill through dirt and leap out of it like a dolphin. Short, inventive levels, a bold look and a driving soundtrack make it stand out.

Runbow

Challenging difficulty

A frantic party platformer where platforms and hazards vanish and appear as the background color changes. It shines in chaotic local multiplayer races and arena modes with friends.

Adventures of Pip

Focus on a single character

A retro platformer where you play a single-pixel hero who absorbs defeated enemies to switch between three forms. You use those forms for jumping challenges and light puzzles, backed by a catchy chiptune soundtrack.

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