The Controversial Design of Super Mario Sunshine
On July 19 2002, Nintendo released a game that SEEMED to check all the right boxes but ended up being one of the most debated entries in the Mario franchise. Super Mario Sunshine is a legendary game, but one that would divide people into two groups. Some would call it a misunderstood gem. Others, a misstep in an otherwise spotless record.' Subscribe to Switchaboo for more longform Nintendo essays! Please consider supporting us on Patreon: / switchaboo

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