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November 2009
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The editors liked
There are moments when it perfectly recaptures the spirit of old Mario games
But...
Local multiplayer. New power-ups. Intuitive controls.
A superb 2D Mario platformer
Synthesized for multiplay.
Great level design
Challenging difficulty
Plenty of replay value
Multiplayer can be fun if you're not taking it too seriously.
Classic Mario gaming. Multiplayer chaos.
Fantastic level design
A great deal of challenge
Fun new Mario items along with classic items
Amazing lastability
Flexible
Wellimplemented multiplayer mode
Classic Mario elements that still work
Many of the best elements of previous Mario platform games in one place. Players can join and leave the main game at any time. Quicksave feature. A lot of great powerups
New suits and hidden stuff to find.
The editors didn't like
It tries too hard to cater to both the hardcore Mario fan and new Wii gamers
Making for an uneven experience.
No online multiplayer. Sub-par cut scene graphics. Four players mode is chaotic.
A lot more relentless than you probably expect when flying solo.
Multiplayer can be frustrating if you're taking it seriously
Motion controlbased moves can lead to control lapses
No Classic Controller support.
Myabe a tad to difficult for some gamers.
Repetitive motion control
Multiplayer can get chaotic
Odd timing issues
Slightly lighter gravity and a few awkward motion control issues.
Many of the best elements of previous Mario platform games in one place. Players can join and leave the main game at any time. Quicksave feature. A lot of great powerups, new suits and hidden stuff to find.
Odd timing issues, slightly lighter gravity and a few awkward motion control issues.
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Abstract: New Super Mario Bros. Wii is precisely the game that, back in 1991, I figured we'd be playing 20 years down the road. That is to say, it's a direct evolution of the classic Mario games, specifically Super Mario Bros. 3 and Super Mario World. Of course,...
