Nintendo’s Super Mario Run has been available to iPhone users since Dec. 15 and it’s already attracted a large following. In a statement Dec. 21, Nintendo said the title, which allows gamers to assume the role of the iconic Mario character, has set a new downloads record on the Apple App Store. Nintendo has trumpeted the game’s success, calling it a runaway hit. But not everyone agrees with Nintendo. In recent days, some Super Mario Run players have criticized the game because it requires an internet connection to run and they say the game doesn’t run long enough to justify it cost. Now, despite its early popularity, there are some who wonder whether the title will be forgotten quickly and prove to be a disappointment for Nintendo. But as gamers continue to debate over Super Mario Run’s merits, there still are many people who are trying to figure out if the game is worth playing. This slide show will discuss the game and what the debate is all about and look ahead to see what the future might hold for it—and Nintendo. Read on to learn more.
