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Super Mario RPG
超级马里奥RPG
Super Mario RPG is a role-playing game developed by Square Enix and released in 1996 for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System. The game blends platforming action with traditional RPG mechanics, allowing players to control Mario and a party of characters through a turn-based combat system. Exploration takes place in an isometric perspective world where players navigate various kingdoms and solve puzzles. Combat combines the traditional menu-driven selection with action commands—players can press buttons at the right time to increase damage or reduce incoming harm. The game features a campaign structure divided into areas, each with unique environments and boss battles. Players strengthen their party through level-ups, equipment upgrades, and special abilities. The experience delivers a unique fusion of Square's RPG expertise with Nintendo's iconic platforming franchise, creating an accessible adventure that appeals to both RPG enthusiasts and action-game fans.
- Developer
- Square Enix
- Released
- 1996
- Platform
- SNES
- Genre
- RPG
- Players
- 1P
- Rating
- 4.7 / 5 (3.9K)
- Last updated
Super Mario RPG Controls — SNES Keyboard Keys
Default keyboard bindings for Super Mario RPG on our in-browser SNES emulator. Plug in a USB or Bluetooth gamepad to auto-detect mappings, or rebind any key from the emulator settings menu.
| Keyboard | Console button | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| ↑ | D-Pad Up | Move up |
| ↓ | D-Pad Down | Move down |
| ← | D-Pad Left | Move left |
| → | D-Pad Right | Move right |
| X | A | Primary action (jump / confirm) |
| Z | B | Secondary action (attack / cancel) |
| S | X | Tertiary action |
| A | Y | Quaternary action |
| Q | L | Left shoulder |
| W | R | Right shoulder |
| Enter | Start | Start / Pause |
| Shift | Select | Select / Mode |
Rebind any key from the EmulatorJS in-game settings menu (gear icon → Controls). A connected gamepad auto-maps to the same buttons.
Super Mario RPG Longplay & Gameplay Videos
Watch a full playthrough of Super Mario RPG on SNES before you dive in — recommended for getting a feel for the game's pacing, story beats, and difficulty curve.
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"Super Mario RPG" SNES longplay 1996
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Super Mario RPG released?
Super Mario RPG was released in 1996 for the SNES.
Who developed Super Mario RPG?
Super Mario RPG was developed by Square Enix, available to play in your browser on RetroGameSpace.
How many players does Super Mario RPG support?
Super Mario RPG is a single-player RPG game for the SNES.
What type of game is Super Mario RPG?
Super Mario RPG is a RPG game for the SNES, playable instantly in your browser — no downloads, no installs.
How can I play Super Mario RPG for free?
Open this page and click "Play Now" — Super Mario RPG runs free in your browser via WebAssembly emulation. No account, no payment, no installer.
Do I need to download anything to play Super Mario RPG in the browser?
No. Super Mario RPG streams from a public archive into a browser-side SNES emulator. Nothing is installed on your computer.
Can I save my progress in Super Mario RPG?
Yes. Save states are stored in your browser (IndexedDB) per game, and you can also use any in-game save the original SNES cartridge supported.
Does Super Mario RPG work on mobile devices?
Yes — the SNES emulator runs on iOS Safari and Android Chrome. Touch controls overlay the game; landscape mode is recommended.
Is it legal to play Super Mario RPG this way?
RetroGameSpace is a transient caching reverse-proxy and does not host first-party copies of Super Mario RPG. Game files are fetched on demand from publicly-accessible archives. You are responsible for compliance with your local laws and the bring-your-own-ROM principle.
