10 Acclaimed Video Games Everybody Turned Against

After Super Mario 64 revolutionised 3D platforming, expectations for its successor were sky-high. However, Super Mario Sunshine was seemingly everything we could've hoped for, with many gaming critics giving it a perfect score. Players were won over by its vibrant visuals and its FLUDD system, which allowed Mario to perform tasks and solve puzzles with his water-spraying companion. 

Looking at the early reviews, you'd swear Sunshine was on par with Super Mario 64. Sadly, it wasn't long before the criticisms outweighed the praise. 

Although FLUDD was a nice addition, it slowed down the gameplay and took the focus away from Mario's traditional jumping skills. In fact, one of the best aspects of the game is when the Italian plumber loses his aquatic buddy, forcing him to rely on his gymnastic abilities.

Even though Super Mario is known for its accessibility, Sunshine had an inconsistent difficulty, with missions ranging from overly simple to unrealistically challenging. The difficulty of certain tasks was based on poor design and glitches rather than skill, which is pretty amateur for a Nintendo property. 

And when compared to the masterful follow-ups, like Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Odyssey, Super Mario Sunshine pales in comparison.