Product Overview
- Product Name: Super Mario 64 [Player's Choice]
- New or Used: Used
- In Box or Loose: In Box
- Overall Condition: Very Good
- Save Battery Status*: Not Applicable – Does Not Use Battery
- Notes: Box shows light shelf wear with minor creasing and slight corner wear but retains strong structural integrity. Artwork remains vibrant with no sun fading. Inner cardboard cartridge holder is intact and secure. Manual shows modest handling wear but remains clean and complete. Cartridge is clean with only a few faint marks visible under angled light. An outstanding display-worthy example for any serious N64 collector.
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- N64 Game Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Original Retail Box: Yes
- Extras:
Game Description
Super Mario 64 for the Nintendo 64 is not only a timeless masterpiece—it’s the game that redefined 3D platforming and set the gold standard for an entire generation of video games. For the first time ever, players step into a fully realized 3D Mushroom Kingdom, guiding Mario through vast, open worlds filled with secrets, challenges, and charm at every turn. From scaling towering mountains to swimming through sunlit seas and leaping across floating platforms in the sky, every moment bursts with imagination and discovery.
Developed and published by Nintendo under the creative direction of Shigeru Miyamoto, this landmark title introduced smooth analog controls, dynamic camera movement, and a sense of freedom that was unprecedented at the time. Players collect Power Stars across 15 diverse courses, unlocking new areas of Princess Peach’s Castle and facing off against Bowser in epic, arena-style battles. Each world—whether it’s Bob-omb Battlefield, Cool, Cool Mountain, or Tick Tock Clock—feels alive with personality, variety, and masterful design.
The Player’s Choice edition celebrates Super Mario 64’s phenomenal success, marking it as one of the best-selling and most influential titles ever released on the Nintendo 64. Its perfect balance of exploration, control precision, and joyful creativity continues to captivate players and collectors alike. Decades later, it remains a shining example of Nintendo’s genius—a timeless adventure that shaped the future of gaming itself.
Gameplay Features
- Explore 15 beautifully designed worlds packed with puzzles, enemies, and hidden Power Stars.
- Experience precise analog movement and camera control that defined 3D platforming excellence.
- Master acrobatic jumps, wall kicks, and dives to reach secret areas and hidden challenges.
- Encounter unforgettable boss battles against Bowser and his minions across multiple stages.
- Collect coins, stars, and red coins to unlock new levels and secrets throughout Peach’s Castle.
- A landmark Nintendo 64 title beloved by fans and collectors worldwide.
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Super Mario 64 launched alongside the Nintendo 64 in 1996 and was hailed as a revolutionary leap for video games. Its innovative analog movement and open 3D environments influenced nearly every platformer that followed. The game’s fluid motion, freedom of exploration, and colorful design set a new industry benchmark that still resonates decades later.
With over 11 million copies sold worldwide, Super Mario 64 remains one of the highest-selling and most beloved games in history. The Player’s Choice release signifies its enduring popularity and cultural impact, earning it a permanent place in both gaming history and collector circles. For many, it’s not just a classic—it’s the game that defined what 3D gaming could be.
Additional Details
- Variant: Players Choice
- Genre: Platformer
- Year Released: 1999
- Publisher: Nintendo
- Developer: Nintendo
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone
- UPC: 645496060017
- SKU: 42337-MANP
- Format: Nintendo 64 Video Game Cartridge
- Platform: Nintendo 64 System (N64 Video Game Console)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- *Save battery (if present) has been tested or replaced and is verified working at the time of listing.
- Photos show the exact item for sale — we never use stock images for used games.
- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
- Backed by Retro Game Fan’s 60-day warranty.