Super Nintendo Entertainment System · 1996
Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars
A turn-based adventure that blends classic RPG structure with real-time dodging.
- Publisher
- Nintendo
- Format
- Cartridge
- Genre
- Role-Playing Game
- Released
- 1996
01
Overview
Developed by Square with input from Nintendo, this title was released exclusively for the Super Famicom in Japan. Players follow Mario through a quest that combines exploration, dialogue, and combat. The battle system mixes turn-based choices with timing-based dodging.
02
Why it matters
It introduced an RPG approach to the Mario franchise and expanded how action timing could fit into turn-based battles. The game remains a notable early collaboration between Square and Nintendo.
03
The physical edition
A typical complete copy includes the game cartridge and its original case. Manuals, box art, and any included inserts vary by region and pressing.
04
Playing it today
The game runs on standard Super Famicom and SNES hardware. Emulation is also widely used for convenience and preservation.