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'''Genres''' are different types of [[List of games|video games]] classified by gameplay. With over 250 entries, the [[Mario (franchise)|''Mario'']] franchise has included a variety of different genres. The first ''Mario'' games were platformers, but the series has since spun off into various other genres. | '''Genres''' are different types of [[List of games|video games]] classified by gameplay. With over 250 entries, the [[Mario (franchise)|''Mario'']] franchise has included a variety of different genres. The first ''Mario'' games were platformers, but the series has since spun off into various other genres. | ||
==Platform== | ==Platform games== | ||
[[File:NSMBU DX screenshot.png|thumb|left|[[Mario]] and [[Fire Mario|Fire | [[File:NSMBU DX screenshot.png|thumb|left|[[Mario]] and [[Fire Mario|Fire Toadette]] in [[Painted Swampland]] from ''[[New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe]]'', a side-scrolling platformer]] | ||
'''Platform''' | '''Platform games''' (often called '''platformers''') require players to control a character who traverses [[level]]s consisting of a multitude of [[platform]]s to [[Goal Pole|reach]] or [[Power Star|attain]] a particular goal. | ||
[[File:SM64BobOmbBattlefield.png|thumb|right|Mario running in the course the [[Bob-omb Battlefield]], which is from ''[[Super Mario 64]]'', the first three-dimensional platform game in the ''Mario'' series]] | [[File:SM64BobOmbBattlefield.png|thumb|right|Mario running in the course the [[Bob-omb Battlefield]], which is from ''[[Super Mario 64]]'', the first three-dimensional platform game in the ''Mario'' series]] | ||
The majority of ''Mario'' games falls within the platformer genre, which itself can be divided into two sub-genres: side-scrolling and three-dimensional. '''Side-scrollers''' usually allow travel in only one or two directions towards a [[Goal Pole]]. '''Three-dimensional''' (or '''3D''') platformers allow travel in any direction and usually consist of objective-based level completion. Classification is based upon movement style, so games such as ''[[New Super Mario Bros. Wii]]'' with modern three-dimensional graphics are still classified as side-scrollers. | The majority of ''Mario'' games falls within the platformer genre, which itself can be divided into two sub-genres: side-scrolling and three-dimensional. '''Side-scrolling platformers''' (or '''side-scrollers''') usually allow travel in only one or two directions towards a [[Goal Pole]]. '''Three-dimensional''' (or '''3D''') '''platformers''' allow travel in any direction and usually consist of objective-based level completion. Classification is based upon movement style, so games such as ''[[New Super Mario Bros. Wii]]'' with modern three-dimensional graphics are still classified as side-scrollers. | ||
Most 3D platformers in the ''Mario'' series feature a menu for selecting what objective is to be achieved (or objectives in ''[[Super Mario Odyssey]]'') whenever Mario enters an area (except ''[[Super Mario 3D Land]]'' and ''[[Super Mario 3D World]]'', in which levels are completed by reaching a traditional Goal Pole). The player can also select objectives they have previously completed, including re-fighting bosses. | Most 3D platformers in the ''Mario'' series feature a menu for selecting what objective is to be achieved (or objectives in ''[[Super Mario Odyssey]]'') whenever Mario enters an area (except ''[[Super Mario 3D Land]]'' and ''[[Super Mario 3D World]]'', in which levels are completed by reaching a traditional Goal Pole). The player can also select objectives they have previously completed, including re-fighting bosses. | ||
Most ''Mario'' platformers are part of the ''[[Super Mario (series)|Super Mario]]'' series, with the exception of ''[[Super Paper Mario]]'', which mixes | Most ''Mario'' platformers are part of the ''[[Super Mario (series)|Super Mario]]'' series, with the exception of ''[[Super Paper Mario]]'', which mixes platforming and RPG elements. | ||
For the list of platform games, see [[:Category:Platforming games]]. | For the list of platform games, see [[:Category:Platforming games]]. | ||
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==Role-playing== | ==Role-playing games== | ||
[[File:MLSS BM Beanie battle.png|thumb|left|Mario and [[Luigi]] battling two [[Beanie]]s in the RPG ''[[Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser's Minions]]'']] | [[File:MLSS BM Beanie battle.png|thumb|left|Mario and [[Luigi]] battling two [[Beanie]]s in the RPG ''[[Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser's Minions]]'']] | ||
'''Role-playing''' | '''Role-playing games''' (often abbreviated as '''RPGs''') place Mario in a major role. Common gameplay features in RPGs include detailed storylines, a large cast of characters, and the ability to [[level up]]. Mario's first appearance in an RPG was in ''[[Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars]]''. Later, the [[Paper Mario (series)|''Paper Mario'' series]] and [[Mario & Luigi (series)|''Mario & Luigi'' series]] were introduced. Another common feature in RPGs is the ability to use items and special moves and equip weapons, armor, [[clothing]], [[badge]]s, and accessories. These items can be bought at [[Item Shop|shops]] or be found in [[block]]s and [[treasure chest]]s, while special moves are learned by the characters as the player progresses through the game and consume points (e.g., [[Bros. Point]]s in the ''Mario & Luigi'' series) when used. RPGs often have multiple playable characters with unique stats and abilities. ''Mario'' role-playing games often contain platforming elements. | ||
The battle system usually involves Mario, his partner(s), and enemies taking it in turns to attack, with | The battle system usually involves Mario, his partner(s), and enemies taking it in turns to attack, with [[Action Command]]s to every move. The ''Paper Mario'' series differs slightly from the other RPGs because the damage and [[Heart Point|HP]] ratio is lower and Mario and his partner always attack first, and attack power is achieved by getting [[hammer]]s and boots rather than leveling up. ''Paper Mario'' is also split into chapters for which stars Mario must get, and has chapter bosses, with minibosses along the way, while neither really exists in the other RPGs; only bosses exist, identifiable by different battle theme and higher HP (and often they are characters). ''Super Mario RPG: Legend of the Seven Stars'' and ''[[Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door]]'' make it possible to completely defend against attacks (excluding magic attacks in ''Super Mario RPG''), or at least reduce the amount of damage taken. In the ''Mario & Luigi'' series, it is possible (and often necessary) to avoid enemy attacks altogether. | ||
RPGs also feature normal ''Mario'' enemies, including [[Goomba]]s, [[Koopa Troopa]]s, and other common enemies. However, characters and locations originally found in an RPG rarely appear in other games. | RPGs also feature normal ''Mario'' enemies, including [[Goomba]]s, [[Koopa Troopa]]s, and other common enemies. However, characters and locations originally found in an RPG rarely appear in other games. | ||
Various other games have RPG elements fused into them, but they are not traditional RPGs in the sense the aforementioned series are, such as some of the handheld ''[[Mario Tennis (series)|Mario Tennis]]'' and ''[[Mario Golf (series)|Mario Golf]]'' games, namely ''[[Mario Tennis (Game Boy Color)|Mario Tennis]]'' and ''[[Mario Golf (Game Boy Color)|Mario Golf]]'' for the [[Game Boy Color]], ''[[Mario Tennis: Power Tour]]'' and ''[[Mario Golf: Advance Tour]]'' for the [[Game Boy Advance]], and ''[[Mario Golf: World Tour]]'' for the [[Nintendo 3DS]]. In these games, they fuse their respective | Various other games have RPG elements fused into them, but they are not traditional RPGs in the sense the aforementioned series are, such as some of the handheld ''[[Mario Tennis (series)|Mario Tennis]]'' and ''[[Mario Golf (series)|Mario Golf]]'' games, namely ''[[Mario Tennis (Game Boy Color)|Mario Tennis]]'' and ''[[Mario Golf (Game Boy Color)|Mario Golf]]'' for the [[Game Boy Color]], ''[[Mario Tennis: Power Tour]]'' and ''[[Mario Golf: Advance Tour]]'' for the [[Game Boy Advance]], and ''[[Mario Golf: World Tour]]'' for the [[Nintendo 3DS]]. In these games, they fuse their respective sports with RPG-like mechanics. Another example is ''[[Puzzle & Dragons: Super Mario Bros. Edition]]'', which is a puzzle game with a heavy emphasis on RPG elements. | ||
For the list of role-playing games, see [[:Category:Role-playing games]]. | For the list of role-playing games, see [[:Category:Role-playing games]]. | ||
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==Party== | ==Party games== | ||
[[File:SMP image6.png|thumb|right|A screenshot of the minigame [[Bumper Brawl]], which is from the party game ''[[Super Mario Party]]'']] | [[File:SMP image6.png|thumb|right|A screenshot of the minigame [[Bumper Brawl]], which is from the party game ''[[Super Mario Party]]'']] | ||
'''Party''' | '''Party games''' are multiplayer games usually involving short [[minigame]]s. This genre is dominated by the [[Mario Party (series)|''Mario Party'' series]], but the [[WarioWare (series)|''WarioWare'' series]] and ''[[Itadaki Street DS]]'' are also part of it. While most party games involve multiple players, some party games are single player, such as certain ''WarioWare'' games. Luck is a large factor in party games, but players must also have a certain degree of skill. Party games are rarely played competitively and are usually played casually, although many also have story modes that can be completed. | ||
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==Racing== | ==Racing games== | ||
[[File:MK8 Electrodrome Splitting Paths.jpg|left|thumb|A race in [[Electrodrome]] in ''[[Mario Kart 8]]'']] | [[File:MK8 Electrodrome Splitting Paths.jpg|left|thumb|A race in [[Electrodrome]] in ''[[Mario Kart 8]]'']] | ||
'''Racing''' | '''Racing games''' involve speedy competitions with other characters. The main objective in racing games is to reach the [[finish line (object)|finish line]] before the other racers and attain first place. Nearly all ''Mario'' racing games are part of the ''[[Mario Kart (series)|Mario Kart]]'' series, except for ''[[Diddy Kong Racing]]'', ''[[Diddy Kong Racing DS]]'', and ''[[Donkey Kong Barrel Blast]]''. All racing games in the ''Mario'' series involve items or power-ups that can do various things such as slow down the other racers and speed up the player. Racing games also build on this by providing battle modes in which items are used as weapons. Online racing was introduced with the release of ''[[Mario Kart DS]]'' and is integrated in every ''Mario'' racing game since. | ||
For the list of racing games, see [[:Category:Racing games]]. | For the list of racing games, see [[:Category:Racing games]]. | ||
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==Sports== | ==Sports games== | ||
[[File:Mario-Sonic-2016-Wii-U-15.jpg|thumb|right|Mario's team playing against [[Silver the Hedgehog|Silver]]'s team in [[Football (Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games for Wii U)|Football]], as seen in the [[Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games (Wii U)|Wii U version]] of the sports game ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games]]'']] | [[File:Mario-Sonic-2016-Wii-U-15.jpg|thumb|right|Mario's team playing against [[Silver the Hedgehog|Silver]]'s team in [[Football (Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games for Wii U)|Football]], as seen in the [[Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games (Wii U)|Wii U version]] of the sports game ''[[Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games]]'']] | ||
The ''Mario'' franchise contains a large number of games based on sports. Unlike most conventional sports games, ''Mario'' sports games feature items and obstacles. Racing and fighting games are sub-genres of sports games. The genre started with ''[[Golf]]'' for the [[Nintendo Entertainment System]]. This genre of ''Mario'' games did not become well-known until the release of the [[Nintendo 64]] with games such as ''[[Mario Tennis (Nintendo 64)|Mario Tennis 64]]'' and ''[[Mario Golf (Nintendo 64)|Mario Golf]]'' for the Nintendo 64. Currently, ''Mario'' sports games include [[Mario Golf (series)|golf]], [[Mario Kart (series)|racing]], [[Mario Tennis (series)|tennis]], [[Mario Strikers (series)|soccer]], [[Mario Hoops 3-on-3|basketball]], [[Super Smash Bros. (series)|fighting]], [[Mario Baseball (series)|baseball]], and [[Mario & Sonic (series)|Olympic events]]. In addition, separately from those series are the games ''[[Mario Sports Mix]]'' and ''[[Mario Sports Superstars]]'', which feature four and five sports, respectively. | The ''Mario'' franchise contains a large number of games based on sports. Unlike most conventional sports games, ''Mario'' sports games feature items and obstacles. Racing and fighting games are sub-genres of sports games. The genre started with ''[[Golf]]'' for the [[Nintendo Entertainment System]]. This genre of ''Mario'' games did not become well-known until the release of the [[Nintendo 64]] with games such as ''[[Mario Tennis (Nintendo 64)|Mario Tennis 64]]'' and ''[[Mario Golf (Nintendo 64)|Mario Golf]]'' for the Nintendo 64. Currently, ''Mario'' sports games include [[Mario Golf (series)|golf]], [[Mario Kart (series)|racing]], [[Mario Tennis (series)|tennis]], [[Mario Strikers (series)|soccer]], [[Mario Hoops 3-on-3|basketball]], [[Super Smash Bros. (series)|fighting]], [[Mario Baseball (series)|baseball]], and [[Mario & Sonic (series)|Olympic events]]. In addition, separately from those series are the games ''[[Mario Sports Mix]]'' and ''[[Mario Sports Superstars]]'', which feature four and five sports, respectively. | ||
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==Puzzle== | ==Puzzle games== | ||
[[File:Dr. Mario Miracle Cure.png|thumb|left|A screenshot from the puzzle game ''[[Dr. Mario: Miracle Cure]]'']] | [[File:Dr. Mario Miracle Cure.png|thumb|left|A screenshot from the puzzle game ''[[Dr. Mario: Miracle Cure]]'']] | ||
'''Puzzle''' | '''Puzzle games''' test the player's reflexes and knowledge. The objective in most ''Mario'' puzzle games is to clear the screen of various objects, similar to that in ''[[Tetris]]''. However, a few ''Mario'' puzzle games incorporate different types of gameplay such as ''[[Mario's Picross]]'' and [[Yakuman DS|mahjong]]. Games belonging to this genre include the ''[[Dr. Mario (series)|Dr. Mario]]'' series, ''[[Wario's Woods]]'', ''[[Yoshi's Cookie]]'', and ''[[Puzzle & Dragons: Super Mario Bros. Edition]]''. Other than the latter, unlike most ''Mario'' games, puzzle games do not have items. However, they generally have a large cast of characters. | ||
For the list of puzzle games, see [[:Category:Puzzle games]]. | For the list of puzzle games, see [[:Category:Puzzle games]]. | ||
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==Fighting== | ==Fighting games== | ||
[[File:Match Start (Mario Galaxy).jpg|thumb|right|A basic VS. battle in ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Wii U]]'', involving [[Mario]] and [[Bowser]]]] | [[File:Match Start (Mario Galaxy).jpg|thumb|right|A basic VS. battle in ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Wii U]]'', involving [[Mario]] and [[Bowser]]]] | ||
'''Fighting''' | '''Fighting games''' pit characters against each other in combat. The objective of most fighting games is to knock out the other characters. Fighting games are a sub-genre of sports games. This genre has exclusively been a part of the crossover [[Super Smash Bros. (series)|''Super Smash Bros.'' series]]. | ||
Mario's first appearance in a fighting game was as a referee in ''{{wp|Punch-Out!! (arcade game)|Punch-Out!!}}'' Mario's first playable role in a fighting game was in ''[[Super Smash Bros.]]'', along with [[Luigi]], [[Yoshi]], and Donkey Kong. [[Bowser]], [[Princess Peach]], and [[Dr. Mario]] were later playable in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'', and the former two returned in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', along with [[Wario]] and [[Diddy Kong]] appearing as newcomers. Dr. Mario was readded as a fighter along with all aforementioned characters in ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Wii U]]'', which also introduced [[Rosalina]] and [[Bowser Jr.]] as fighters, and [[Princess Daisy]], [[King K. Rool]], and [[Piranha Plant]] made their appearances as newcomers in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''. Instead of depleting the enemy's health, the player must knock the enemy off the screen. Items and obstacles are also available, whereas most fighting games do not have them. | Mario's first appearance in a fighting game was as a referee in ''{{wp|Punch-Out!! (arcade game)|Punch-Out!!}}'' Mario's first playable role in a fighting game was in ''[[Super Smash Bros.]]'', along with [[Luigi]], [[Yoshi]], and Donkey Kong. [[Bowser]], [[Princess Peach]], and [[Dr. Mario]] were later playable in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Melee]]'', and the former two returned in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Brawl]]'', along with [[Wario]] and [[Diddy Kong]] appearing as newcomers. Dr. Mario was readded as a fighter along with all aforementioned characters in ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Nintendo 3DS]]'' and ''[[Super Smash Bros. for Wii U]]'', which also introduced [[Rosalina]] and [[Bowser Jr.]] as fighters, and [[Princess Daisy]], [[King K. Rool]], and [[Piranha Plant]] made their appearances as newcomers in ''[[Super Smash Bros. Ultimate]]''. Instead of depleting the enemy's health, the player must knock the enemy off the screen. Items and obstacles are also available, whereas most fighting games do not have them. | ||
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==Educational== | ==Educational games== | ||
[[File:Mariotype.jpg|left|thumb|A game mode in ''[[Mario Teaches Typing 2]]'', which teaches the player how to type and spell]] | [[File:Mariotype.jpg|left|thumb|A game mode in ''[[Mario Teaches Typing 2]]'', which teaches the player how to type and spell]] | ||
[[File:Pink Kong Jr Math.png|right|thumb|Gameplay of ''[[Donkey Kong Jr. Math]]'', a game that teaches mathematics]] | [[File:Pink Kong Jr Math.png|right|thumb|Gameplay of ''[[Donkey Kong Jr. Math]]'', a game that teaches mathematics]] | ||
'''Educational''' | '''Educational games''' are meant to both educate and entertain the player. Compared to that of the other genres in the ''Mario'' franchise, the number of educational games is relatively small. The purpose of educational games is to solve mysteries or simply learn how to do something, such as typing or math. Games belonging to this genre are usually developed by a third-party company. Due to this, characters may have different personalities. For example, Mario has full dialogue in ''[[Mario's Time Machine]]'', despite the fact that he rarely speaks in other games. | ||
For the list of educational games, see [[:Category:Educational games]]. | For the list of educational games, see [[:Category:Educational games]]. | ||
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==Dancing== | ==Dancing games== | ||
[[File:DDR Super Hard Difficulty Luigi.jpg|thumb|left|[[Luigi]] dancing in ''[[Dance Dance Revolution: Mario Mix]]'']] | [[File:DDR Super Hard Difficulty Luigi.jpg|thumb|left|[[Luigi]] dancing in ''[[Dance Dance Revolution: Mario Mix]]'']] | ||
'''Dancing''' | '''Dancing games''' are games where the player must step on the arrows of a dance mat according to in-game instructions. There are only two ''[[Mario (franchise)|Mario]]'' dancing games: ''[[Mario Undōkai]]'' and ''[[Dance Dance Revolution: Mario Mix]]'', based on the ''{{wp|Dance Dance Revolution}}'' series. | ||
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==Rail | ==Rail shooters== | ||
[[File:Yoshi's Safariscreenshot.png|thumb|right|Mario riding [[Yoshi]] in a first-person view in ''[[Yoshi's Safari]]'', the only ''Mario''-related rail shooter to date]] | [[File:Yoshi's Safariscreenshot.png|thumb|right|Mario riding [[Yoshi]] in a first-person view in ''[[Yoshi's Safari]]'', the only ''Mario''-related rail shooter to date]] | ||
'''Rail | '''Rail shooters''' are games that follow a specific route and where the player must shoot all the enemies on the screen. The only ''Mario'' rail shooter to date is ''[[Yoshi's Safari]]''. To play it in single player, the player must use the [[Super Scope]]. | ||
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