Top 5 Mario games on Nintendo Switch Online

Nintendo Switch Online comes with games from Nintendo's classic consoles, and one of Sega's, of course Mario has plenty of retro games to be played on NSO. Going all the way back to the NES, there is no shortage of great games featuring Nintendo's very own mascot.

5. Super Mario Land 2: Six Golden Coins

One of the best Gameboy games, Super Mario Land 2 is a cornerstone of Mario's handheld games. It is a huge improvement over the first Super Mario Land, with much better controls and graphics. It is also the first appearance of Wario, a welcome change from Bowser.

4. Super Mario Bros

The original Super Mario Bros for NES, a true classic. Nintendo Switch Online features the original in all its glory. The original Mario Bros is a must play for speedrunners, Mario fans, or just gamers in general.

3. Super Mario World

The SNES launched with one of the best 2D Mario games, and when its collection was added to Nintendo Switch Online, Mario World was right there with it. Mario World has great graphics, terrific level design, and a good variety of power ups. Also, Yoshi made his debut here.

2. Super Mario Bros 3

When it comes to level design, Super Mario Bros 3 leads the franchise. From the very start, the levels are bold and inventive. Power ups and well utilized, the graphics are very good for an NES game. Super Mario Bros 3 has earned it's place as one of the best platformers of all time.

1. Super Mario 64

The first 3D Mario, Super Mario 64 graced the Nintnedo 64 and the Nintendo Switch alike. The original N64 version is one of the best 3D platformers of all time, and it is perfectly preserved on the Nintendo Switch. Whether it be speedrunning or completionism, Super Mario 64 is the perfect game for so many gamers.