Another solid 2D Mario outing. Yes, the NSMB games went on to become stale as time progressed, but the first two hit just right as far as I'm concerned. I remember being pleased as punch when I heard 2D Mario was finally coming back after & the wait was worth it. A slew of great new songs (the overworld theme may be the best in the NSMB series), fresh ideas & the quintessential responsive control Mario platformers are known for.
Revived 2D Mario, which is a solid achievement, even if it can be a bit hit or miss. Overall, this is still one of the better NSMB games, well before the series started to feel a little tired, and the giant mushroom powerup is still a big winner for the series.
For being the first traditional 2D Mario game since the 90s, this game had a lot to live up to. Games like Super Mario World and Super Mario Bros. 3 are considered classics for a reason, tight controls, whimsical design, and lots of replayability. While I think this game is a great title, I do not think it lives up to the heights of those classics.
The game looks great and the sound design is good as well, especially for a 3D game on the DS, but the worlds are quite generic and uncreative. The game controls well, however, the new power-ups for this game feel gimmicky, especially the Mega Mushroom. It does feel great to break everything in sight when you get it, but it is a glorified Invincibility Star.
The one unique aspect of this game that deserves recognition is the use of unique boss fights. Most 2D Mario games don't usually give a new boss, it is usually a Bowser fight or a fight with the Koopalings or Boom-Boom. I love that they game boss fights that were more than just the usual fare, and I wish they did it more.
Overall, this is a good game. Being able to play it on the go is great, as this is best played in small bites. However, it is not what I was expecting when seeing a new 2D Mario since Mario Land 2 and Super Mario World. If you have a DS and want a 2D platformer you definitely won't go wrong with this.
The game looks great and the sound design is good as well, especially for a 3D game on the DS, but the worlds are quite generic and uncreative. The game controls well, however, the new power-ups for this game feel gimmicky, especially the Mega Mushroom. It does feel great to break everything in sight when you get it, but it is a glorified Invincibility Star.
The one unique aspect of this game that deserves recognition is the use of unique boss fights. Most 2D Mario games don't usually give a new boss, it is usually a Bowser fight or a fight with the Koopalings or Boom-Boom. I love that they game boss fights that were more than just the usual fare, and I wish they did it more.
Overall, this is a good game. Being able to play it on the go is great, as this is best played in small bites. However, it is not what I was expecting when seeing a new 2D Mario since Mario Land 2 and Super Mario World. If you have a DS and want a 2D platformer you definitely won't go wrong with this.
Best Co-op in the franchise.
cuando rescate a peach me senti una diosa, grande el mario
4/20/2024:
I just completed my Childhood save file (100% = 3 Stars on Profile). After collecting every star coin and completing every level/secret exit, I appreciate this game a lot more. Honestly a really Solid Platformer.
I just completed my Childhood save file (100% = 3 Stars on Profile). After collecting every star coin and completing every level/secret exit, I appreciate this game a lot more. Honestly a really Solid Platformer.
Juego bello hermoso precioso lo amo.
Vaya juegazo de la DS y uno de los primeros Marios en 2D que jugue
Le champignon géant on fera jamais plus grand classique
i am big mario
Jogasso, mas é um mario bem padrão. Agora que já saiu o wonder ele (e todos os outros creio eu) são quase obsoletos. Não deixa de ser uma pérola do DS
It's mario
I enjoyed the mini-games more than the game itself.
Most of the time, the game doesn't utilize bottom screen use such as touching power-ups (I mean it's helpful but idk), but when it makes use of bottom screen for platforming, it adds depth to gameplay.
C'est une pépite de la DS, qui a pris quelques rides. Parlons du casino de Luigi, cela dit. On veut le revoir !
replayed this with a friend recently and mario vs luigi mode dont fuck around, one of the most intense matchs you can have fighting for your life