Hotel Mario: A Fan-Made Upgrade of One of the Worst Mario Games

Hotel Mario is known for its simplistic mechanics and infamous cutscenes. Originally released in 1994 for the Philips CD-i, it was often listed among Nintendo’s least successful titles due to its awkward gameplay and poorly received FMV sequences.

Background on Hotel Mario

  • Original Reception: The game initially received mixed reviews. Its soundtrack and novel concept of closing doors to defeat enemies were praised, while controls, art style, and cutscenes faced criticism.
  • Cult Following: Despite negative feedback, the game has gained a cult following over the years, known for its “so bad it’s good” reputation.

Fan-Made Upgrade

Developers have launched a fan-made project to address these issues by enhancing graphics and refining controls. This initiative seeks to create an improved version of Hotel Mario that retains its quirky charm while offering a more polished experience.


Are you in the “so bad it’s good” camp when it comes to Hotel Mario?

  • Dasnap@lemmy.world
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    3 months ago

    If Nintendo take this project down then it means they feel some level of ownership over the CD-i games.