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4.670/10
1 year ago
Beaver Falls, PA
Looks great, and considering the small playfield, it has some shots. But it is painfully boring. Never wanted to play this one more than once when I saw it. Love the backglass and overall art package though.
6.465/10
1 year ago
I’m a huge Nintendo fan/collector, so both Mario games were must haves. This game is not for any traditional pinball player, but it’s a ton of fun for a Mario lover with a few other pins. My 4 year old absolutely loves it.
8.912/10
1 year ago
Halton Hills, ON
I’ve played this machine multiple times in the 90’s, and I loved it so much I grabbed my own machine when I found one available. The fact you are able to go through the mushroom world levels along with bonus rounds, always keeps me coming back for more and is a hit when friends are over. May not be everyone’s cup of tea, but for myself as a huge Mario fan, it’s amazing! They are very rare to come across, so if you have the chance to play one, do it!
5.264/10
3 years ago
This comes off as more of just a big toy than a real pinball machine. It's a shame they took a good theme and forced into this tiny machine. It's boring and has little in common with other full sized machines. There is nothing other than the theme that makes you want to play another game on this thing.
7.039/10
3 years ago
This is a unique machine...with clear pros and cons which often leads to mixed reviews.
Pros:
- Beautiful artwork and colors throughout, fit for a Super Mario themed game.
- Compact size is nice for a small space. The ability to deploy it at two different heights is a huge plus if kids will be playing.
- Despite its small size, there is a lot of action jammed into the playfield. I can't believe it has a ramp, 3 pop bumpers, 10 drop targets, 4 scoops and more. Lots of things to hit, many different shots are available.
- The scoring is actually not bad...if you attempt to hit the targets to get the final level, that is where you can earn some of the biggest points/tickets.
Cons:
- It is not a challenging game...I had to adjust the angle to make the shots much harder to shorten extended ball time.
- Because everything is crammed in the tight space, it feels tight during gameplay and some shots can become frustrating and repetitive.
- Call-outs are a bit weak and lack variety, music and sound quality could have been stronger
Overall, this is a fun kitschy game that is worth a play or two. With ticket mode, the kids enjoy it and keep coming back to it for more. As a Nintendo fan, I wanted to own this machine, and since it takes up the same amount of space as a Vid I have room for other items too.
Pros:
- Beautiful artwork and colors throughout, fit for a Super Mario themed game.
- Compact size is nice for a small space. The ability to deploy it at two different heights is a huge plus if kids will be playing.
- Despite its small size, there is a lot of action jammed into the playfield. I can't believe it has a ramp, 3 pop bumpers, 10 drop targets, 4 scoops and more. Lots of things to hit, many different shots are available.
- The scoring is actually not bad...if you attempt to hit the targets to get the final level, that is where you can earn some of the biggest points/tickets.
Cons:
- It is not a challenging game...I had to adjust the angle to make the shots much harder to shorten extended ball time.
- Because everything is crammed in the tight space, it feels tight during gameplay and some shots can become frustrating and repetitive.
- Call-outs are a bit weak and lack variety, music and sound quality could have been stronger
Overall, this is a fun kitschy game that is worth a play or two. With ticket mode, the kids enjoy it and keep coming back to it for more. As a Nintendo fan, I wanted to own this machine, and since it takes up the same amount of space as a Vid I have room for other items too.
7.773/10
4 years ago
The warp pipes on this machine make for a great gimmick! This short scale machine plays fast, like very fast! Super enjoyable! Hard to find! I highly recommend playing this when you get the chance! Art work is very fun!
4.278/10
6 years ago
This pin was made for younger kids and you can tell. The cabinet is tiny and there are only 4 main shots. There are almost no modes and the little pipe hole near the flippers and extremely annoying. There are also no outlanes and draining down the middle is just about impossible. I played one ball for about half an hour and eventually gave up cause I got bored. The video mode is decent because you are basically just playing Super mario Bros, which is a awesome theme and the art is no too bad on the game. Overall just not a fun time after one single ball.
8.203/10
6 years ago
Knew the play would so~so at best Just a Fan of Super Mario Bros. 3
Kids will walk past all the other games straight to it every time.
Kids will walk past all the other games straight to it every time.
8.176/10
6 years ago
Why all the hate on this pin? Maybe i'm biased because i'm a Nintendo fanboy. It doesn't have the deep rule set like a LOTR or SPP, but its still a fun little machine. The best features are definitely cosmetic and audio. Awesome cabinet and the music and callouts are great! Overall, this is a fun machine with good music, callouts, and theme. Video mode is cool too! This is a keeper!
3.716/10
7 years ago
If you want to be hunched over for 10 minutes on a redemption game disguised as a pinball machine before realizing that there are much better ways to spend your time and money, pop a few quarters in to Super Mario Bros. Mushroomland. Sure, the game was designed for children and created as an attempt to make pinball relevant to FEC redemption game madness, but that doesn't mean it can't be subjected to harsh criticism as a terrible pinball machine.
6.245/10
8 years ago
Update: 2/22/16
So, let me start by saying this game is terrible. The scoring makes no sense. Multiball is a waste of time, advancing worlds give few points, and modes are all about pop bumpers, yet, this game had me hooked. Take away the scoring objectives, and think of he game as a personal challenge. Going into the game and saying" I wasn't to get all the worlds" or I want to master a video mode is very satisfying. Shooting easy shots, constant action, and no frustration. All in all, this game is bad, but you will still like it. I know it doesn't make a lot of sense, but play it for a little, and when you are out of quarters, you will understand.
So, let me start by saying this game is terrible. The scoring makes no sense. Multiball is a waste of time, advancing worlds give few points, and modes are all about pop bumpers, yet, this game had me hooked. Take away the scoring objectives, and think of he game as a personal challenge. Going into the game and saying" I wasn't to get all the worlds" or I want to master a video mode is very satisfying. Shooting easy shots, constant action, and no frustration. All in all, this game is bad, but you will still like it. I know it doesn't make a lot of sense, but play it for a little, and when you are out of quarters, you will understand.
5.615/10
9 years ago
I can see it doing well on route for little kids, but as a pinball machine, this game is terrible. I can honestly say I was bored before my first game was over. I only kept playing because I had more credits, but it is so repetitive and monotonous. Nothing scores points except video modes (if you complete them) and everything is the same over and over and over.
5.651/10
12 years ago
Kind of fun to play at first, but the novelty definitely wears off quick. The music is catchy and the theme is decent, but they could have gotten much more creative. As someone else mentioned, it's more of a kid's machine as compared to a player's pin. The left ramp is super wide, very easy to hit, and the raised playfield is very simplistic. The only really challenging shot is the castle located through the pop bumpers; however, after playing it a few times, even this shot becomes quite easy. Unless your a big Mario fan/collector, this machine isn't worth the purchase, but if you have a chance to put in a few quarters on location, it's worth a play or two.
7.075/10
14 years ago
This is a hard game to judge since it really gets a boost from the novelty of it being both rare and related to Mario Bros. The game is actually surprisingly fun for how simple it is, and it's enjoyable to progress through the different worlds. It would have been nice to have had inlanes and outlanes on the machine, but they're not a deal breaker.
Mario enthusiasts can probably had a full point to the final score as it's plastered in fan service. As these are pretty rare, I'll probably keep mine around well after the novelty wears off. My nephews LOVE having it spit out tickets for them as well.
Mario enthusiasts can probably had a full point to the final score as it's plastered in fan service. As these are pretty rare, I'll probably keep mine around well after the novelty wears off. My nephews LOVE having it spit out tickets for them as well.
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