Benjamin Bartlett
Super Mario RPG Continues Reign at the Top of Famitsu’s Most Wanted Games Chart
The Latest Famitsu’s Most Wanted Games Chart
Every week, Famitsu releases its most wanted games chart, providing gamers with insights into the most anticipated upcoming titles. The chart for the week of August 17 to August 22 has been revealed, and it comes as no surprise that Super Mario RPG continues to dominate the top spot.
The Full Chart
Here is the complete list of the most wanted games according to Famitsu’s chart:
| Rank | Platform | Title | Votes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | NSW | Super Mario RPG | 678 |
| 2 | PS5 | Final Fantasy VII Rebirth | 535 |
| 3 | NSW | Dragon Quest Monsters: The Dark Prince | 440 |
| 4 | NSW | Super Mario Bros. Wonder | 424 |
| 5 | NSW | Fate/Samurai Remnant | 286 |
| 6 | PS5 | Like a Dragon 8 | 244 |
| 7 | NSW | Momotaro Dentetsu World: Chikyuu wa Kibou de Mawatteru! | 239 |
| 8 | PS5 | Pragmata | 223 |
| 9 | PS5 | Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name | 186 |
| 10 | NSW | Ys X | 164 |
| 11 | PS5 | Tekken 8 | 148 |
| 12 | PS5 | Persona 3 Reload | 140 |
| 13 | PS4 | Persona 3 Reload | 127 |
| 14 | NSW | Persona 5 Tactica | 122 |
| 15 | NSW | Detective Pikachu Returns | 120 |
| 16 | NSW | Baten Kaitos I & II HD Remaster | 119 |
| 17 | PS5 | Ys X | 117 |
| 18 | PS4 | Fate/Samurai Remnant | 114 |
| 19 | PS4 | Like a Dragon Gaiden: The Man Who Erased His Name | 113 |
| 20 | PS4 | Like a Dragon 8 | 111 |
| 21 | PS5 | Fate/Samurai Remnant | 106 |
| 22 | PS4 | Ys X | 101 |
| 23 | PS5 | Assassin’s Creed Mirage | 90 |
| 24 | NSW | Suikoden I & II HD Remaster: Gate Rune and Dunan Unification Wars | 76 |
| 25 | NSW | Super Bomberman R 2 | 74 |
| 26 | NSW | Infinity Strash: Dragon Quest The Adventure of Dai | 71 |
| 27 | XSX | Starfield | 69 |
| 28 | NSW | Rear Sekai | 66 |
| 29 | NSW | Professor Layton and the New World of Steam | 64 |
| 30 | PS4 | Granblue Fantasy Relink | 61 |
Super Mario RPG: A Timeless Classic
Super Mario RPG’s continued reign at the top of Famitsu’s most wanted games chart is a testament to the game’s enduring popularity and the excitement surrounding its potential return. Originally released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES) in 1996, Super Mario RPG combined the beloved characters and world of the Super Mario franchise with the gameplay mechanics of a role-playing game (RPG).
The game was a critical and commercial success, praised for its engaging story, innovative gameplay, and charming graphics. Developed by Square (now Square Enix) in collaboration with Nintendo, Super Mario RPG introduced players to a unique blend of platforming and turn-based combat, creating a memorable and immersive experience.
Super Mario RPG’s continued presence on Famitsu’s most wanted games chart suggests that fans are eagerly anticipating a potential sequel, remake, or remaster. The game’s enduring popularity speaks to the impact it had on players and the desire to revisit the world of Mario in an RPG setting.
Final Thoughts
As Super Mario RPG continues to hold the top spot on Famitsu’s most wanted games chart, it serves as a reminder of the game’s lasting legacy and the anticipation surrounding its future. Whether a new installment or a reimagining of the original, the interest in Super Mario RPG highlights the enduring appeal of the Mario franchise and the enduring popularity of RPGs among gamers.
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