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Best 3D Turn-based JRPGs on Switch

The Switch is well-known for its excellent selection of JRPGs, and traditionally these feature turn-based combat. However, in recent years, favor has turned to action RPGs and turn-based games have been pushed to the side; even Pokémon’s next game has real-time combat. That doesn’t mean that there aren’t excellent 3D turn-based JRPGs. On the contrary there are many excellent games on the Switch from the genre. Here are our 10 favorite 3D turn-based JRPGs available on Nintendo Switch. 

Atelier Ayesha: The Alchemist of Dusk 1k91f

As we excitedly wait for the next entry in the series, Atelier Yumia, we had to add one of these games to the list. While the more recent entries in the Atelier series are all action combat, the series is best known for its turn-based roots. Most games from the series are available on Switch, but we’ve chosen Atelier Ayesha as the representative for this list, as the beginning of the glorious Dusk Trilogy.

As the name suggests, the series is about people working in ateliers, and there is a strong emphasis on collecting resources out in the world in order to craft items and potions that you can use in battle. This means that the strategic layer to the game is evident both in and out of combat. One of the best things about Atelier Ayesha is that once you’re finished there are plenty of other games in the series to enjoy.

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Everyone talks about Paper Mario – in particular The Thousand-Year Door – but the game that the series was built from hardly gets mentioned. Super Mario RPG originally launched on the SNES, when very few games were made with 3D graphics. It was a risk in many ways. There was not only the question of whether people would be interested in a turn-based Super Mario game, but the game also went against many long-standing RPG traditions.

Timing is crucial in Super Mario RPG, not only when you attack but when you defend as well. It adds an extra level of strategy to the game, and is something that few RPGs do. Separating it further from other RPGs is just how much damage is dealt and taken. Attacks often deal single-digit numbers, far from other bombastic RPGs that could see people hit for thousands. Super Mario RPG is not only one of the best turn-based JRPGs but the Switch version gives it several modern updates that fans love. The perfect place to start in your Mario RPG journey.

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For many people Persona 5 is the pinnacle of the always excellent Persona series, and Persona 5 Royal improves on the already excellent game. Persona 5 returns to the dungeon crawling formula of the original Persona games, with carefully crafted dungeons rather than the seemingly never-ending procedural abysses of the modern Persona series, namely Persona 3 and Persona 4. This is one of the main reasons that Persona 5 has risen above the pack.

Persona 5 tells a beautiful, complex, and exceptionally long story about the power of friendship overcoming the status quo. Royal not only adds a new protagonist, but new social links, and additional scenes giving fans of the game even more to sink their teeth into. It runs flawlessly on the Switch, and its length means that the home to handheld feature of the console makes it the perfect way to play. Become part of the Phantom Thieves, and change society’s hearts.

Pokémon Legends: Arceus 684y6o

All mainline Pokémon games on the Switch are 3D turn-based JRPGs, and most of them are great, but we chose to highlight Pokémon Legends: Arceus as a completely fresh take on Pokémon’s formula. Instead of battling your way through a series of Gym Leaders before reaching the Elite Four and becoming the champion, you will be roaming around semi-open areas, catching Pokémon and studying them for the Pokédex.

Pokémon Legends: Arceus not only changes the focus to catching, but also changes Pokémon’s standard battle system. Battles are still turn-based, but they have an active system with Strong- and Agile-style moves. While the Pokémon and their movesets are the same as other games, what each move does is completely different in Pokémon Legends: Arceus. If you’ve tried out the mainline Pokémon games, and want something a little different, Pokémon Legends: Arceus is the way to go.

Fire Emblem: Three Houses zm5h

Fire Emblem is one of Nintendo’s flagship series, and Three Houses is one of the series’ best. It has all of the turn-based strategic battles that the series is known for, as well as the ability to bond with your teammates to level them up, but as the name suggests, Three Houses has three different paths you can follow, adding to its replayability.

Fire Emblem is well known for its brutal permadeath system, where if your characters die in battle, they die in real life too. However, Three Houses included a Casual Mode where nobody can be gone for good. You can still have the traditional experience, but if like many people the permadeath turned you off from the series, this is the perfect entry point.

The Legend of Heroes: Trails Through Daybreak 6n3o49

The Legend of Heroes series is one of the longest running, beginning in the ‘80s, and many of them are available on the Switch. We have chosen Trails Through Daybreak to represent the series in this list, not just because it is one of the best, but because it is a great place to start as it begins a separate arc. Interestingly, Trails Through Daybreak is the only game on this list, which allows the player to choose between real-time combat similar to Nihon Falcom’s other major JRPG series Ys, or the turn-based combat the series is known for.

The series is known for its excellent characters and strategic combat, and Trails Through Daybreak exemplifies both of these. If you haven’t played the series before, you won’t understand every reference, but the developers have tried to make it one of the most accessible in the series in of the story and combat. It won’t take 30 years of video game knowledge to understand how good the intricate and complex writing is.

Final Fantasy VII and Final Fantasy VIII Remastered 73386u

If you’re reading this list, you probably don’t need to be told how good Final Fantasy VII or even Final Fantasy VIII are. We’ll be holding our breaths a long time if we’re hoping for the excellent Final Fantasy VII Remake to come to Switch, but this console is one of the best places you can experience the original FF7. It can be purchased in a double pack with FF8, which is the game long-time fans of the series often point to as the best.

Both games have very different turn-based systems, which can create devastating synergies in different ways. FF7’s combat system is easier to use and more difficult to master. Creating devastating combinations requires good knowledge of Materia, Enemy Skills, and equipment that can link them in a way that stack. Conversely, FF8 is based on the Junction system, one that is difficult to grasp, but once you do, building up major damage is much simpler. Both can be purchased together at such a low cost, that it’s worth trying them out.

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Monark received middling reviews when it was released, and that’s because people found the battles too difficult. However, the battles are actually one of Monark’s greatest strengths, and where it fails is in explaining its systems properly. Once you understand how it works, and how your characters best synergize, it is one of the most satisfying turn-based strategy systems out there. The protagonist of Monark can Resonate with the other party sharing buffs across all characters, leading to extremely devastating damage.

Similar to the Persona series, Monark focuses on the character’s personal stories. Each character is based on one of the seven deadly sins, and each has a dark past. Despite this, they all band together to take on the forces that are keeping the students trapped in school and sucking the life out of them. Created by former Shin Megami Tensei developers, this one is perfect for those who enjoy diving deeply into combat systems.

Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch 6m6kd

Ni No Kuni: Wrath of the White Witch is what happens when legendary anime maker Studio Ghibli teams up with the studio that created the epic turn-based JRPG Jeanne D’arc. Both Wrath of the White Witch and Revenant Kingdom are available on Switch, but we picked the first in the series as the best place to start. Ni No Kuni has an interesting battle system unlike the others on this list, it’s not just because it mixes turn-based and action combat.

Ni No Kuni’s combat features beastly familiars, and magical characters; think about it like if Pokémon let the trainers in the scrap. If you like the taming and training aspect of beastly battlers then this is another one you should try. Above all Ni No Kuni overwhelms players with its charm, and is a must play turn-based title.

The Caligula Effect: Overdose 6o6q1k

Written by Tadashi Satomi, best known for working on the original Persona series, The Caligula Effect: Overdose follows a group of people who have realized that they are living in the Matrix. Despite knowing that the world they inhabit is fake, there is no way to escape. First, they must take down the Ostinato Musicians, a group of people who want to keep the idyllic world alive.

Overdose adds a lot to the story beyond the original The Caligula Effect, including new party and chapters that you can play from the point of view of the Musicians. You grow closer to your teammates, and learn more about their lives both inside and outside of the world you can currently see. The Caligula Effect: Overdose has an active turn-based system where timing and sequencing play a major role in your success or failure. It can be difficult, but once you master it, it’s very satisfying.

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The release of Mario & Luigi: Brothership is finally upon us. The latest in this long-running spin-off RPG series sees the platforming bros take on a new adventure with turn-based RPG combat. There are now so many different RPG spin-offs of the Mario franchise. But what is the best Mario RPG of all time across the Super Mario RPG, Paper Mario, and Mario & Luigi series?

Here is what some of the Siliconera staff has to say on the matter.

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While I have enjoyed all of the Mario RPGs to some extent, the one I liked the most by far was Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story. Bowser is such a fun character, especially when he’s playing the reluctant hero. Having one of the leads be, well, the opposite of a silent protagonist meant a lot more dialogue, and when the writing is as good as it is in the Mario & Luigi games, that’s a win. The balance between Bowser’s adventures on the outside and Mario and Luigi’s struggles inside his body made for a more varied adventure, and the ending was sweeter than a piece of Peach’s shortcake. -- Shaun

My personal favorite Mario RPG is the original Super Mario RPG. It was the first I tried of the RPG spin-offs and it still remains my favorite to this day. I love Squaresoft’s spin on the Mushroom Kingdom and the remake only made it even better to play. It feels so alive and full of fun characters, intriguing locations, and active enough turn-based combat. If I had to pick a runner-up, though, I am a sucker for a good GBA RPG. Mario & Luigi Superstar Saga is highly nostalgic for me and the vibrant visuals still hold up even now. It would be my close second place. Honestly, though, I really need to dig more into the Paper Mario games, as I feel like I should adore them. -- Cody

Mario & Luigi: Brothership is now available for Nintendo Switch.

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Nintendo announced that a patch to fix the current version of Super Mario RPG on the Nintendo Switch, which an issue that could prevent progress. The update to fix the issue is planned to release in December 2023, and the company will deliver more information about it at a later date.

The aforementioned glitch can happen after the Paratroopa event triggers in Monstro Town. After the event, when the player heads to Land’s End to continue with the main quest, the Paratroopa squad might not appear. This causes a soft-lock that blocks the player from progressing.

However, Nintendo revealed that there is currently a workaround to prevent this issue from happening in Super Mario RPG. The way to avoid this it involves the player traveling back to the Mushroom Kingdom, and then returning to Land’s End. Doing this will make the Paratroopa unit appear as intended.

Nintendo added that there is no need to go inside the castle in the Mushroom Kingdom, and that simply visiting the surrounding town should suffice in order to fix the issue. Additionally, this workaround fix can be performed by using fast travel through the map option, or traveling through the overworld.

Super Mario RPG is immediately available on the Nintendo Switch, and a patch will appear in December 2023. The original version of the game released for the SNES and Super Famicom on May and March 1996, respectively.

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Nearly three decades after its release in 1996, the Super Mario RPG remake gives the classic a much-deserved second chance on the Nintendo Switch. The off-beat project from Square and Nintendo not only holds up with its witty humor and quirky level design, but I think people will find it's better than they .

When Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars originally launched on the SNES, the game's risky genre mashup was pretty mind-blowing for many players. However, some may consider it something of a hidden gem, despite being responsible for spawning other beloved role-playing series' such as Paper Mario and Mario & Luigi. The Super Mario RPG remake on the Nintendo Switch is a faithful adaptation of the cult classic while reimagining the entire game from the ground up with gorgeous high-definition graphics that breathe new life into this creative take on the side-scrolling plumber.

I first encountered Super Mario RPG when I was eight years old. While visiting my uncle's house in 1996, I accidentally stumbled across the SNES cartridge while rummaging through his room and was completely perplexed by its strange artwork. Decades later, I am shocked by how well the game's story still holds up. In particular, Super Mario RPG has a hilarious script that had me constantly bursting into laughter. One of the game's opening scenes perfectly sums this up. Mario celebrates his swift victory after defeating Bowser in battle. However, King Koopa decides that if he's going to go down, he's going to take his rival with him and cuts down his chandelier too. Both characters then burst into tears as they plummet to their peril. Super Mario RPG's snappy humor is rapid-fire at every turn in the plot, and this is the funniest the franchise has been in years.

In the game, players get to control the Nintendo mascot in turn-based combat. On the surface, the battle mechanic has the standard physical attacks, magic spells, and items. However, what surprised me is how engaging the battle system is, despite being 26 years old. Whenever you use a move against an enemy, you can double your damage if you press the attack button at the right time. However, every attack and magical spell has a unique animation, so it's not as easy as it sounds to work out the timing. You can also block all incoming damage from enemies if you press the defense button a second before your foe lands a hit on you. This system kept me engaged and on the edge of my seat throughout the game's campaign. Also, because enemy types constantly change, Super Mario RPG keeps you on your toes with the mechanics.

Combat in Super Mario RPG is incredibly fun. If you successfully time your attacks, you damage all enemies simultaneously while having a random chance of filling up your health or magic meter. Certain battles can even end with a random minigame, during which you can double your experience points or coins. In an adorable shuffle game, you must guess which egg baby Yoshi hides in as an example. These battle gimmicks create a fresh take on the traditional RPG formula, which results in combat never feeling tedious. The quirky systems also extend to the game's overworld, as hidden chests and various secret interactions are a joy to engage with. For a game made in 1996, you can tell how much love Square put into creating a unique fleshed-out world for their crossover project with Nintendo.

Super Mario RPG also strikes an interesting balance in that it's deep enough for veteran RPG players to enjoy, while not being too complicated for casual fans new to the genre. For example, the game has a pretty straightforward level-up system. After reaching enough points, you only have to choose between Physical, HP, and Magic stats. You power up your characters primarily by unlocking new armor and weapons. This split system allows you to fix your characters at any time if they become underpowered because of their stats. I also think the equipment system is more rewarding, as I was always looking forward to finding a new city or hidden chest to improve my character.

In Super Mario RPG, the Mushroom Kingdom is thrown into despair when the monstrous sword Exor crashes into Bowser's Castle. In an exciting twist, Mario is not going on another adventure to rescue Princess Peach for the millionth time. Instead, he gets to team up with Bowser, Peach, and newcomers Mallow and Geno to repair Star Road and defeat the nefarious Smithy Gang.

While the plot is not deep, its vibrant cast of characters and quirky story make it one of the best Super Mario campaigns in the franchise's history. Super Mario RPG also features some of the most diverse level designs since the release of Super Mario World in 1990. Whether it is a rocky mountain town run by mole miners or a tropical pond inhabited by dancing tadpoles, every section of the campaign is packed with quirky locations.

Speaking of quirky, Super Mario RPG is also one of the weirdest games in the long-running franchise. You can feel the influence of Square on this project, as the iconic Japanese studio was not afraid to create bizarre enemy designs. While playing the remake on the Switch, I was in awe of how weird the game was willing to get. Seriously, you get to take on a top-hat-wearing dinosaur and a four-eyed cat with a long tongue. This game often feels more like a Final Fantasy game, and it's all the more interesting because of it.

Regarding accessibility, Super Mario RPG has a Breezy or Normal difficulty setting. Breezy is the game's Easy Mode, which substantially scales back its challenging battles. Players not used to RPGs can comfortably jump into the campaign with this mode without any issues. On the other hand, Normal Mode offers a pretty decent challenge, as the game has various difficulty spikes throughout the story. During my playthrough, I had to spend a few hours grinding because I hadn't leveled enough and was getting easily defeated by late-game bosses.

The only thing I would caution some players against is relying too much on the game's Easy mode. I think it's an excellent accessibility option and will allow players of all ages to engage with the role-playing game. However, I found the mode to be a bit too simple when I tried it. Thankfully, Nintendo allows you to toggle the mode on or off anytime. So, if you find yourself getting stuck on a boss or feel like the game is becoming too challenging, you can easily switch it on. But I just found that leaving Easy mode on for too long can be detrimental, as your characters become overpowered quickly and you will start to snowball enemies. So, if you specifically want a challenge, just be mindful not to leave the more accessible setting on for too long.

Super Mario RPG is also gorgeous. Although the remake carefully re-creates every pixel of the original game, Square's offbeat designs and use of vibrant colors stand out in the HD reimagining. Super Mario RPG specifically looks lovely on the Switch OLED, as its colors jump from the screen. This is particularly true during the Triple Move group attack segments in combat, which trigger a beautiful cutscene of Mario and his party coming together to create a devastating attack. Because the game meticulously re-creates the game faithfully, I feel this is a rare case where the remake is better than the original. Instead of overhauling everything to modern standards,it keeps the game's original art direction intact and is more of a restoration showcasing what the game was always meant to look like.

Super Mario RPG breathes new life into an SNES classic, allowing players to re-experience one of Mario's most unique and adventurous titles on the Switch. The remake is an accessible entry point for newcomers to the role-playing genre while offering a challenge for veteran players. Despite being decades old, Super Mario RPG still holds up today with its witty humor and hilarious story. The game's engaging combat and quirky battle systems also make this one of the best games in the Mario franchise.

Super Mario RPG will be available on the Nintendo Switch on November 17, 2023.

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Nintendo released a new story trailer for the Super Mario RPG remake. The trailer introduces players to the characters, gameplay mechanics and additional side content for the whole game.

Many of the features shown off in the overview trailer will be familiar to fans of the original game. The Super Mario RPG story was detailed, showing off Mario’s party, including Peach, Bowser and two characters unique to the game, Mallow and Geno. We also get to see a variety of villains from across the game, with Booster, Jonathan Jones and the Smithy Gang getting highlights. The trailer also detailed that bosses can be fought again in a new post-game mode.

The overview trailer also showed off the battle system in Super Mario RPG. While the battle system is mostly identical to the original game, the trailer also highlights the addition of Triple Moves. These special attacks see the three party combine their abilities in a devastating blow. The moves will change depending on the party composition. There will also be a Breezy Mode to make battles easier, increasing player damage and experience points.

Elsewhere in the trailer, Nintendo showed off how various locations look in the remake, including the Forest Maze, Booster , Kero Sewers, Land’s End and The Vinery. Minigames from the original will also be returning, including Mushroom Derby and Midas River. There are also hints that new minigames will be added for the remake. The trailer also showed off the soundtrack switch feature which has previously been announced.

Here's the full video:

Super Mario RPG will release on Nintendo Switch on November 17, 2023.

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Nintendo will release a manual in Japan for the game Super Mario RPG on the Nintendo Switch. It is scheduled to be released on November 17, 2023 and will cost 6,578 yen (~$43) for the physical version and 6,500 yen (~$43) to . [Thanks, Game Watch!]

The Super Mario RPG manual will be available to purchase at video game retailers and department stores across Japan. It has not been confirmed whether an English version will be released overseas just yet. It is modeled after the original 1996 instructions for Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars. Mario and company are featured front and center on the cover of the book.

View the Super Mario RPG instructions in the gallery below:

The booklet will include an overview of the world of Super Mario RPG, as well as character introductions. It will also include guides for collecting treasure chests and defeating bosses that appear in the game, as well as battle mechanics and trivia.

Super Mario RPG will launch on the Nintendo Switch worldwide on November 17, 2023. The official manual is also on the way and it will appear in Japan on launch day both digitally and physically.

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After almost three decades, Super Mario RPG is finally getting the spotlight it deserves with an HD remake on the Nintendo Switch. After a handful of hours with the RPG, I got to relive the adventure again.

I was just nine years old the first time I played Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars on the SNES in 1996. At the time, I considered myself a veteran of the side-scroller series. So, imagine my shock when I realized the Nintendo plumber was in an actual RPG with turn-based combat. While the novelty of a role-playing Mario game isn't as surprising today, with the countless Paper Mario and Mario & Luigi spin-offs, Super Mario RPG was mind-blowing for many players when it was released over a decade ago.

So when Nintendo revealed they were doing a top-to-bottom remake of the SNES title during their 2023 Direct conference, I lost it. However, the one question that has been on my mind ever since is whether the game still holds up today. After putting a handful of hours into Super Mario RPG, I can say with confidence that it not only holds up, but I actually think the overlooked classic is even better than many people .

Right off the bat, the thing that really stands out to me is just how hilarious the game is. From the exaggerated animations to the fast-paced visual gags, this is one of the funniest Mario games ever made. That sharp humor is on full display with the game's graphics in the early hours. Even more impressive is just how painstakingly Nintendo has gone to keep the original art style intact. Nothing in the game feels overly modern or out of place, and they did a fantastic job lovingly respecting the original game's vision.

As someone who has spent hundreds of hours getting lost in the original game, it's an absolute treat to re-experience these pixel-style levels and characters as they were always intended to be seen. I played Super Mario RPG on a Nintendo Switch OLED, and the vibrant colors really burst off the screen.

For those who have never played Super Mario RPG, the game has the traditional turn-based combat that was featured in many Square RPGs in the 1990s. Mario and his friends have an attack move, magical spells, and a special attack. One thing I forgot about was the unique nature of the game's battle mechanics are. For example, certain battles will end with a minigame that gives you a chance to score double XP or coins. Or during combat, you have a chance of getting to attack a second time or have your HP filled if you time your moves correctly.

Before every attack, you can press the A Button to do boosted damage against enemies. Additionally, you can also protect yourself from all incoming damage if you press the action button right before an enemy lands a hit on you. The battle system constantly rewards you and keeps you engaged. And even in the overworld, the are some quirky features such as Hidden Chests and power-ups that are a lot of fun to interact with.

Super Mario RPG also has an addicting progression system, as you mainly level up your character's attack damage by unlocking new weapons and armor. While you can purchase new attire in each new town, the game rewards you for finding secret chests or solving side puzzles to get unique loot. This creates a rewarding gameplay loop during which your party feels like it's getting stronger with each section of the game.

Where Super Mario RPG can stand out, even after all these years, is with the script. Besides being incredibly funny, Super Mario RPG gets incredibly weird at times. Because the game was a collaboration with Square, the project has a lot of influences from the Final Fantasy franchise. You especially see this with the "out there" villain designs and the unique locations.

So far, Super Mario RPG seems like a promising remake of a classic. Because the writing and combat systems still seem to hold up today, Nintendo's graphical reimagining could give new players a chance to finally experience this gem. I'm curious to see how it continues to hold up.

Super Mario RPG will be released on the Nintendo Switch on November 17, 2023.

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Nintendo revealed that when they go through the Super Mario RPG remake, there will be different soundtrack options. People will be able to hear the original soundtrack from the Super NES version, or go with a new orchestral arrangement. A new video showed the differences, with a few specific songs cited.

Here’s the latest Super Mario RPG soundtrack trailer. It begins first by comparing the original version of “Bandit’s Way” to the updated option. The second song featured is “Forest Maze.” Again, it begins with the original song before showing the new arrangement. The announcement confirmed that people can switch between the two or listen to the tracks outside of the actual game by going to the jukebox-like Sound Player.

Nintendo announced the remake back in June 2023 during a Nintendo Direct with a first trailer. After that, a second update during the September 2023 Nintendo Direct offered an even closer look at what we can expect from the returning RPG. Both of these reveals showed how different returning gameplay elements and characters will look.

The remake of Super Mario RPG will come to the Nintendo Switch on November 17, 2023. The original Square Enix game appeared on the Super Nintendo.

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During today’s Nintendo Direct, we saw a new trailer for the remake of Super Mario RPG. We got a closer look at how the game has been reborn in this new remake. The Super Mario RPG remake is scheduled to be released on November 17, 2023. It will be available on the Nintendo Switch. Pre-orders are available now on the Nintendo e-shop.

It has been 27 years since the release of the original Super Mario RPG on March 9, 1996. It was the first time ever that Mario explored the RPG genre.

Here's a look at the new trailer for Super Mario RPG.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e_kuPoLw9Wc

A new trailer for the Super Mario RPG remake was revealed during the Nintendo Direct today. The Super Mario RPG remake will be released on November 17, 2023 for the Nintendo Switch. You can pre-order the game now on the Nintendo e-shop.

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Prolific Japanese composer Yoko Shimomura confirmed that she is returning as the composer for the soundtrack of the Super Mario RPG remake. Yoko Shimomura is well known for her work in the Kingdom Hearts series, Final Fantasy XV, the Parasite Eve series, Xenoblade Chronicles, as well as the Mario & Luigi series.

Yoko Shimomura herself revealed her involvement in the Super Mario RPG remake through her Twitter , posting shortly after the announcement of the game.

Here is a translation of Shimomura’s tweet:

“I am in charge of the music for the remake version of Super Mario RPG, which was announced during today’s Nintendo Direct. I have put all of my heart in arranging all of the music in the game, hoping that both fans of the original and those playing for the very first time will enjoy it! Please look forward to more information!”

You can check out the original Yoko Shimomura tweet confirming her return as the composer for the Super Mario RPG remake here:

https://twitter.com/midiplex/status/1671532275605946380

She later tweeted again thanking fans for their words and after the announcement, and added a picture of the soundtrack of the original game.

https://twitter.com/midiplex/status/1671845170755829763

Super Mario RPG originally released for the Super Famicon on March 1996 in Japan, and later for the SNES on May of the same year in North America. The game was originally developed in collaboration with Square.

The Super Mario RPG remake will come out exclusively for the Nintendo Switch on November 17, 2023.

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Nintendo announced that a remake of the SNES cult classic Super Mario RPG is on the way for the Switch. The announcement appeared during the latest June 2023 Nintendo Direct. The game will be a 3D remake, and it will release for the Nintendo Switch in November 17, 2023.

You can check out the reveal trailer for the new Super Mario RPG in more detail here:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0r5PJx7rlds

Super Mario RPG is the first Mario RPG, originally released for the SNES in Japan on March 1996 and May 1996 in North America, and it features the appearance of the fan favorite original character Geno

The Super Mario RPG remake will appear for the Nintendo Switch on November 17, 2023.

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Geno is coming to Super Smash Bros via a Mii Fighter costume.

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Club Nintendo in the U.S. has a new batch of games available for free. The four titles are available until March 9th in exchange for Club Nintendo coins. They are:

Donkey Kong Jr. – 15O coins (3DS Virtual Console)

Art Style: PiCTOBiTS – 150 coins (DSiWare for 3DS)

Punch-Out!! Featuring Mr. Dream – 200 coins (Wii Virtual Console)

Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars – 200 coins (Wii Virtual Console)

Update: It would appear Super Mario RPG isn't available on the Wii U Virtual Console itself. Despite Nintendo's wording, the game is playable on Wii U only via the Wii Virtual Console. Thanks to everyone that pointed this out!

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Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars is one of four Club Nintendo rewards in the U.S. this month. You can pick the game up for the Wii Virtual Console for 200 coins. Here are all four of this month’s rewards:

Super Mario RPG – Wii Virtual Console (200 coins)

Maboshi’s Arcade – WiiWare (150 coins)

3D Classics: Excitebike – 3DS eShop (150 coins)

Art Style: Aquia – DSiWare on 3DS (100 coins)

All four games will be available as Club Nintendo rewards until June 2nd.

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