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  1. 6
    Take one step, then two steps back By Mariner, updated 07/11/2006 -- Highest Rated
  2. 9
    This game truly needs more attention and respect - one of the best Mario games ever. By ABXInferno, updated 11/07/2013
  3. 7
    Alright, but hardly a revelation By AGBear, updated 05/06/2003
  4. 9
    It's-a 'nother Mario game! Wahoo! By andymancan1, updated 09/26/2006
  5. 7
    How can you make a better Mario game than Mario 64? Why, give him a hose, of course! By Archmonk Iga, updated 07/15/2008
  6. 7
    Not Enough "Light" To Brighten My Day... By Ashley Winchester, updated 02/18/2003
  7. 9
    Seems to lose some of the magic from Super Mario 64, but still a great game. By bowser194, updated 08/22/2005
  8. 10
    Water has never been a stronger weapon By Chaos Control, updated 06/20/2007
  9. 8
    I'm walkin' on sunshine.... By discoinferno84, updated 06/08/2004
  10. 7
    Very nice, but maybe it should've been named Super Mario Rushed-shine. By Duo MaxweII, updated 10/20/2002
  11. 6
    A Darkened Sun By EJRICH, updated 01/04/2010
  12. 8
    The evolution of a revolution By EOrizzonte, updated 10/17/2002
  13. 7
    Even Mario's vacation gets ruined By GavLuvsGA, updated 01/18/2005
  14. 9
    Mario returns in another great adventure. By general531, updated 03/09/2007
  15. 3
    Death of a Plumber - Review that's 100% swear free ;) By Genjuro Kibagami, updated 11/29/2005
  16. 9
    Not as good at the N64's baby, but still a great game! By GheddonLN, updated 01/17/2003
  17. 8
    Water water everywhere...no joke, it IS everywhere! By InfernoCrossing, updated 12/10/2007
  18. 8
    I guess I need a witty pun about the sun... By Internet Nomad, updated 06/24/2003
  19. 3
    Come on, people! By Jhiru, updated 03/30/2005
  20. 9
    The World's A Special Place! By JoeCoolc3 III, updated 08/30/2004
  21. 9
    Mario? Tearing LIMBS off of creatures! Will I never... By JPeeples, updated 09/12/2002
  22. 7
    Super Mario Sunshine is not without flaws, while also being part of a series known for having very little of those. By Junior_AIN, updated 11/11/2020
  23. 10
    The sun truly shines in Super Mario Sunshine. By Kabigon, updated 08/12/2002
  24. 6
    Mario rides tall in the saddle once again, but can his new game pony up? By kristina kim, updated 07/02/2003
  25. 10
    S-H-I-N-E G-E-T IT!!!!!!! By KSwoosh, updated 02/18/2003
  26. 6
    A New game for a new Generation...HAH Yeah. By leeuyang, updated 05/28/2004
  27. 8
    It's not Super Mario 64 by any means, but it is nevertheless a good game. By Link165, updated 08/31/2007
  28. 8
    The Six Year Wait: Excruciating. Seeing Mario’s water cannon: Titillating. Finally playing it: Amazing By matt91486, updated 09/14/2002
  29. 9
    Filled with too many surprises for it to be a disappointment on any level By MaxH, updated 12/22/2002
  30. 10
    Why All of the Bashing? By Mech Master, updated 03/29/2004
  31. 10
    Welcome Mario, to the sunny beaches of Isle Delfino. By Megaman1981, updated 11/10/2005
  32. 8
    Definitely an intriguing spin on the Mario series, but we have a welcome entry indeed. By MManos, updated 12/30/2002
  33. 7
    It may be sunny on Isle Delfino but there are also more than a few clouds and a hint of rain. By MTLH, updated 06/28/2019
  34. 10
    Super Mario Sunshine: Maybe the best Mario game ever created By NettoSaito, updated 07/25/2012
  35. 8
    One Gamer's Opinion By Ninten81, updated 11/04/2003
  36. 9
    Another Nintendo Great! By Pukey, updated 09/16/2002
  37. 10
    Takes Mario 64 and notches the difficulty up ten levels! By Quinn and Goblin, updated 03/25/2003
  38. 4
    A vacation gone bad... both Mario's and yours. By RageBot, updated 08/02/2012
  39. 5
    A complete wash. By Rango, updated 01/11/2021
  40. 8
    Mario's time in the sunshine - And yes, he shone By Red_Metal, updated 03/30/2018
  41. 8
    Its a nice game, but it has its share of flaws. By red13n, updated 08/28/2002
  42. 10
    The game that defines fun By Reloaded, updated 07/29/2002
  43. 10
    Updating the Presentation but Remembering the Roots, Nintendo Succeeds Grandly in Making Mario Fans Proud. By Richo Rosai, updated 11/15/2002
  44. 10
    Super Mario Sunshine..a game that should be enjoyed by all ages! By RPGMonkey is Back, updated 08/25/2002
  45. 8
    Mario's Time to Shine By ShadowGuardian9, updated 11/14/2006
  46. 7
    The game takes some chances, but it's more remembered for being a catalyst for something bigger. Maybe that perception should change. By SneakTheSnake, updated 03/04/2013
  47. 8
    The game all the good guys want By Snow Dragon, updated 10/26/2002
  48. 7
    The Plumber for Summer By SuperPhillip, updated 09/04/2012
  49. 8
    In a world of mixed reviews for this game, which side is right? Determine that yourself after reading this review. By SuperSmashBro13, updated 12/01/2008
  50. 7
    Mario Has a New Title to Add to His Resume - Janitor By Suprak the Stud, updated 06/26/2009
  51. 9
    An Iconic Character Returns............ By The Hellbound Heart, updated 12/20/2003
  52. 10
    "I shipwrecked myself on this island, and I can't swim." How can you drive a boat but not be able to swim? By The President, updated 08/29/2002
  53. 6
    Vastly inferior to Mario 64 and Galaxy, and even standing on its own merits, its a very mediocre game. By The Vic Viper, updated 12/10/2007
  54. 9
    Mario is back, and he's looking better than ever By TheEternalVenomX, updated 09/13/2003
  55. 9
    This is what Mario games are all about By TheMissingLink1186, updated 08/29/2002
  56. 4
    Nintendo actually manged to bring me more gloom that sunshine with this one. By TheRetroPlayer, updated 05/11/2015
  57. 7
    Super Mario's second attempt at a vacation goes all worng! Poor plumber! By Tidus9rules, updated 09/09/2002
  58. 7
    Shine on, you rough diamond By Tom Clark, updated 03/14/2006
  59. 3
    Shadow on the sun By Unleashed Vortex, updated 03/22/2007
  60. 10
    Ironically, FLUDD sounds like "flood". Coincidence or on purpose? By WaterMario222, updated 05/20/2005
  61. 10
    It just might be the best platformer currently on the Gamecube By X Slayer007 X, updated 07/15/2003
  62. 10
    Mario's vacation on Delfino Island...not what he expected. By ZidaneTribal13, updated 11/21/2002

Full Reviews

  1. 9
    A … Nintendo finally delivers what it’s always been known for: stunning graphics and addictive gameplay. By !.ACA.!, updated 12/16/2002
  2. 10
    They made us wait so long... But it was worth it in the end! By Alexander S, updated 10/18/2002
  3. 7
    A good game, but not a great one. By Avenger, updated 10/02/2002
  4. 5
    A disappointing experience of such a loveable Nintendo great. By DOA, updated 10/23/2002
  5. 9
    Well worth the six year wait. By dot com, updated 04/13/2003
  6. 6
    Decent game, but lack of variety prevents it from standing out By eggy182, updated 12/22/2002
  7. 10
    Mario for the Gamecube, Lives up to the Hype By Flaming Fyre, updated 08/28/2002
  8. 8
    My Review - Honest, Unbiased, and yes, I own the game (Import) By FleaOfTerror, updated 08/15/2002
  9. 10
    This game won't redefine Platform games, but it sure will make them fun! By Icelight, updated 08/27/2002
  10. 3
    The Fall of Mario By jessetobiason, updated 10/23/2002
  11. 10
    You cannot comprehend how great this game is without playing it. By KI Simpson, updated 08/27/2002
  12. 9
    Ooh, shiny! By Malorkus, updated 01/11/2017
  13. 9
    Is Sunshine the king of the hill? By rgw, updated 12/07/2002
  14. 9
    A game to brighten up your day! By shiek99, updated 08/28/2002
  15. 10
    Easily the best Gamecube game I've played, but is it the best Mario game I ever played? By Sockman, updated 08/27/2002
  16. 8
    There's trouble in paradise... By superstarluigi, updated 03/22/2012
  17. 8
    A fun though slightly disappointing game. By wareagle2k, updated 10/17/2002
  18. 9
    Still a bright spot in the Super Mario series By WhatTheDeuce92, updated 04/02/2020
  19. 7
    Seemingly overrated and underrated at the same time. By Wolfbutter, updated 01/22/2008

Quick Reviews

  1. 7
    Definitely not the best Mario game, but it doesn't bring shame to the series either. By BBallman7, updated 01/06/2008
  2. 10
    I was wrong about this game. By DarkMark42, updated 07/26/2011
  3. 8
    A fun game, but with a few minor flaws By DesuMaiden, updated 04/14/2015
  4. 9
    Is it good? Yes! Is it great? YES! Is it perfect? No. By dirtycup II, updated 08/27/2002
  5. 8
    Mario is back, and the wait was well worth it! By EminemRapMan, updated 08/27/2002
  6. 10
    Oooooooh Shiny!!! By ItsJiv, updated 08/26/2002
  7. 9
    Best Mario ever or is it? (Warning: Based on IMPORT) By Lord of Destruction, updated 08/15/2002
  8. 9
    Super Mario Sunshine? More like Super Mario FUNshine! By MarioMan127, updated 05/19/2010
  9. 10
    The must-have game of the millenium, complete with a duck on your back! By marmaIade man, updated 06/14/2003
  10. 4
    A game that loses it's magic within 20 minutes. By mucals, updated 08/28/2002
  11. 10
    This game is a "must buy" By Naked Snake, updated 06/19/2008
  12. 9
    My best holiday ever. By NdsGuru, updated 09/17/2007
  13. 8
    If you enjoyed Super Mario 64 and you are begging for more, it's hard to go wrong with Super Mario Sunshine... By Oggy00, updated 10/26/2009
  14. 4
    Could have been better By PentiumMMX, updated 06/16/2008
  15. 10
    The most graphically stunning Mario game ever! By PerfectGamer, updated 08/27/2002
  16. 8
    Not quite the sequel we wanted, but is still interesting and fun By Quilavatrainer, updated 10/19/2009
  17. 9
    Nothing too new here, but that's not a bad thing at all... By SKWEE, updated 08/27/2002
  18. 9
    A Great Game to add to the Mario Series! By Stevewins123, updated 02/04/2008
  19. 9
    SHINE...miss By T03 NEMESIS, updated 08/26/2002
  20. 3
    Undeniably Lazy By tayzer95, updated 04/21/2009
  21. 6
    The Lack Of Quality Control In A Mario Game Is Astounding By Weltall548, updated 09/24/2020
  22. 7
    Nintendo drops the ball By wolverinefan, updated 10/10/2007

Critic Reviews

  1. GameSpot
    GameSpot: Super Mario Sunshine Review: 8 / 10

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