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Super Mario TGF II

Super Mario TGF II

Arcade

Overview

Super Mario TGF II delivers a nostalgic trip through the Mushroom Kingdom with its faithful recreation of classic Mario elements, but stumbles with inconsistent mechanics that frustrate players. This fan-made homage captures the charm of the original with bright visuals and familiar enemies, yet critical flaws in its core platforming prevent it from becoming more than a fleeting curiosity. It's a game that promises simple fun but leaves players wrestling with unpredictable challenges instead of enjoying the adventure.

A Familiar Yet Flawed Journey

Super Mario TGF II nails the aesthetic essence of Nintendo’s iconic series. Vibrant, blocky landscapes mirror the 8-bit origins, complete with coins, item blocks, and enemies like Koopa Troopas and spiky monsters. Levels feel suspiciously reminiscent of early Mario stages, offering straightforward platforming challenges across five distinct worlds. The nostalgic presentation works hard to win over fans, with colourful backdrops and sprite work that, while unoriginal, successfully channels retro appeal.

This game was so close to being a good Super Mario clone but one thing went wrong.

Acidic

Where the experience unravels is in its unreliable physics. Jumping—the cornerstone of Mario gameplay—behaves erratically, particularly when landing on enemies. Sometimes a stomp defeats foes as expected; other times, it inexplicably kills Mario instead. This inconsistency transforms basic platforming into a gamble, draining fun from every encounter. Gravity glitches further disrupt flow, making precise landings feel accidental rather than skillful. While movement feels smooth overall, these critical flaws overshadow the polish, turning what should be joyful retro action into a test of patience.

Presentation & Longevity

Audio design emerges as another weak point. The game loops a single, strangely remixed rendition of the classic Super Mario Bros. overworld theme, which grows grating over short play sessions. Sound effects fare better but remain merely functional, lacking the punchy feedback that defines Nintendo’s originals. With only five levels, content feels sparse even for a free fan project. The brief runtime might suit casual players, but the lack of variety or meaningful twists prevents it from leaving a lasting impression.

Basiclly this is your average Mario remake. The sprites are acceptable and the level design is suspiciously similar... nevertheless the game is still fun to play.

C.C.

Despite its shortcomings, TGF II captures fleeting moments of charm. Power-ups and boss fights adhere closely to the beloved formula, and coin-collecting delivers that familiar dopamine hit. It’s a functional tribute that offers cheap thrills for die-hard Mario enthusiasts craving a quick nostalgia fix—but only if they can tolerate its janky foundation.

Verdict

Nostalgic Mario clone with frustratingly inconsistent mechanics

STRENGTHS

45%
Nostalgic Visuals70%
Faithful Mario Elements65%
Casual Appeal50%

WEAKNESSES

55%
Unreliable Jumping90%
Repetitive Sound75%
Limited Content60%
Gravity Issues65%

Community Reviews

3 reviews
C.C.
C.C.
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Mario's here once again to brave the rough lands of the Mushroom Kingdom in search for his beloved princess. Venture through 5 different levels and beat tons of bad guys as you collect coins and power ups to help you along the way. Graphics: Extremely similar to the original Super Mario Bros. the graphics are bright and colourful through out. 5/10 Sound: The music is a strange remake of the overground Super Mario Bros. tune, this is used throughout and sometime gets a little anoying. Sound effects are average. 4/10 Gameplay: Despite a few glitches in the jumping gravity, the gameplay is pretty smooth. The Koopa Troopa formula has been perfected and an impressive item block has been added. 5/10 Basiclly this is your average Mario remake. The sprites are acceptable and the level design is suspiciously similar to Super Mario Bros. nevertheless the game is still fun to play. 5/10

Rekall
Rekall
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Super Mario TGF II is a good Super Mario clone made with Games Factory. You know the story. Jump on fish, mushrooms and turtles. Be careful of spiky monsters, kill a few bosses and hey presto! A Mario clone. Super Mario TGF isn’t bad, but it’s not the best clone I’ve seen. It will offer a bit of entertainment and if you’re a fan how can you not download it?

Acidic
Acidic
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This game was so close to being a good Super Mario clone but one thing went wrong. When you jump on one of the bad guys you die, but only sometimes, this makes the game no fun to play at all.

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