Super Mario 64 is arguably one of the most important games ever made, and often held as one of the best games of all time. The huge advances made in Mario's jump to 3D have had lasting effects on the gaming industry to this day, and the title stands as one of Nintendo's biggest achievements during its time developing video games. With a title as game-changing as Super Mario 64, the lack of a true remake for the game remains baffling.

Nintendo has always been quick to relegate Super Mario 64 to a simple re-release for most of its consoles, including the now delisted Super Mario 3D All-Stars collection released for the Switch as part of the red plumber's 35th anniversary. To this day, only one remake of the game has ever been released. And yet, its own range of issues fail to justify this version as the ultimate way to play such a beloved classic.