Is Super Mario 64 appropriate for children?

# Super Mario 64 Parental Guide Super Mario 64 is a colorful platformer where your child jumps, collects items, and solves puzzles across imaginative worlds—completely free of violence, harsh language, and scary content. It's single-player only, so no online concerns, and offers excellent entertainment for children of most ages. An ideal, wholesome gaming experience.

What age is Super Mario 64 suitable for?

Our verdict for Super Mario 64 is: Generally safe. See the age grid on this page for specific recommendations by age group.

Is Super Mario 64 safe for children? | ScreenWise Parent Guide

Content breakdown

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Violence

None

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Language / Profanity

None

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Sexual Content

None

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Horror / Scary

None

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In-App Purchases

None

About the game

Genre

Platformer

Released

1996

ESRB Rating

Everyone

Available on

Nintendo 64

Age suitability

Under 6

Yes

Ages 6–8

Yes

Ages 9–12

Yes

Ages 13+

Yes

Where to play

🎁 Find on Amazon

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Ratings based on ESRB classification, RAWG metadata, and editorial analysis. Updated March 2026.
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