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Testseek.com have collected 51 expert reviews of the Mario & Luigi: Bowsers Inside Story and the average rating is 88%. Scroll down and see all reviews for Mario & Luigi: Bowsers Inside Story.
Award: Highest Rated October 2009
October 2009
 
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The editors liked

  • Action-packed battles
  • Hilarious
  • Terrific graphics and animation
  • "swallowed by Bowser" gimmick is well-implemented.
  • Funny dialogue. Utilizes DS controls to the fullest. Fast paced.
  • Funny story introduces some hysterical new characters
  • Varied gameplay features plenty of creative puzzles
  • Terrific array of moves and combos
  • Badges and ranks are fresh additions
  • Bright
  • Vibrant visuals.
  • Inventive battle design
  • Great use of its characters
  • Great story and dialogue
  • Lengthy and challenging
  • Lots of things to discover
  • Creative use of inside/outside world dynamic
  • Super bright
  • Colorful well design worlds
  • Perfect blend of RPG
  • Platforming
  • And puzzle elements
  • Timing challenges are tough and rewarding
  • Clear and bright worlds and characters
  • Funny script
  • Could be a good first RPG for people
  • Interesting gameplay
  • Lots of areas to explore
  • Can see the map at any time and makes great use of the top and bottom screens.

The editors didn't like

  • Early parts of the game are fairly linear
  • Must we really blow into the mic?
  • Lengthy dialog scenes.
  • Not much replay value.
  • Some elements feel gimmicky at times
  • Battles can get repetitive
  • Switching between characters can be tedious
  • Overall a very easy game to play and progress
  • Slightly clunky controls demand some adjustment
  • No save anywhere. Bros items are gone. Not a lot of side quests.

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  Published: 2009-10-03, review by: gamersdailynews.com

  • Abstract:  Ever since the original Super Mario RPG on the SNES, Nintendo has made sure to ship another game in that style every few years. It’s hard to complain; their developers usually manage to make a RPG with a ’light’, intuitive set of rules that mix stat-ba...

 
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  Published: 2009-10-01, review by: blogcritics.org

  • Abstract:  The charm of the Mario & Luigi series are its sprites. They are colorful, lively, and enormously entertaining. Without them, the witty writing would not be the same. The sprites carry more character than most fully rendered, motion captured 3-D models....

 
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  Published: 2009-09-27, review by: game-boyz.com

  • Abstract:  As with many of the Mario games released for the DS, or games of that ilk, Mario & Luigi: Bowsers Inside Story is a sharp looking game. Staying true to the Mario brand, this game is a visual treat and really manages to jump off the screen; especially...

 
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  Published: 2009-09-26, review by: brighthub.com

  • Abstract:  A few minor flaws with the battlefield doesnt stop this title from generating laughs and entertaining with great dialogue, plenty of game play variety and smooth and solid mechanics that is suitable for any age and type of gamer. The Parts of Mario ...

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  Published: 2009-09-26, Author: Pedro , review by: nintendoworldreport.com

  • Inventive battle design, Great use of its characters, Great story and dialogue, Lengthy and challenging, Lots of things to discover
  • Some elements feel gimmicky at times, Battles can get repetitive, Switching between characters can be tedious

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  Published: 2009-09-21, review by: gamezone.com

  • Abstract:  Mario & Luigi: Bowsers Inside Story has everything you could want from a Mario game: creative levels, likable characters, and most importantly, gameplay that makes it impossible to put down.

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  Published: 2009-09-21, review by: destructoid.com

  • Abstract:  Most RPGs these days are stale, boring and almost impossible to differentiate from one another. They all trot out the same turn-based combat, the same angst-ridden characters, and the same "save the world from ultimate darkness" plot that has barely c...

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  Published: 2009-09-21, review by: thereviewcrew.com

  • If you’ve ever played a Mario RPG game before and liked it, well then you’re guaranteed to love this title. The story is funny, the game play unique, and it will keep you entertained right till the bitter end.If you’re new to the Mario RPG scene, it ca...

 
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  Published: 2009-09-20, review by: blogcritics.org

  • Abstract:  Though the games are titled Super Mario Brothers, Mario and Luigi rarely receive the same amount of credit for successful crusades. Mario is apt to obtain the glory while Luigi is regarded as a mere accessory. Exceptions to this rule are the Mario & Lu...

 
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  Published: 2009-09-15, review by: gamepro.com

  • Abstract:  Mario's reptilian nemesis finally gets his due. GamePro Score User Score Write your review! Although he's caused Mario and his friends all kinds of headaches, King Bowser has slowly evolved into one of the most lovable characters in the Nintendo unive...

 
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