10 Immensely Satisfying Video Game Moments
8. Super Stars - Super Mario
Naturally, no list of satisfying gaming moments could ignore the sheer enjoyment of charging around as an rotund-yet-invincible plumber (or one of his many friends/enemies).
No matter the title in question, Super Stars have been an integral part of the Mushroom Kingdom universe, and very few Mario themed games leave the power up out. Granted, Super Mario Sunshine never offered the player anything in the way of Super Stars and it doesn't really serve the same purpose in the Super Smash Bros. titles but there's one instance that really makes up for that:
Mario Kart.
The overwhelming joy that filled every gamer when they burst through the mystery box to discover a Super Star is difficult to match. Activating it and ramming your way through the field was so very satisfying that the comedown after left you a bit hollow but happily content.
Let's-a go!