New Super Mario Bros.

What we've been waiting for

Strengths: -Classic 2D Mario Gameplay -Multiple paths, play as much or little as you choose -Extra collectibles in each stage increase replay value -Entire host of single-cart 2-4 player mini-games

Weakness: -No online Wi-Fi mode -Regular adventure over too quickly

Welcome back Mario, we missed you. A spiritual sucessor to the original Super Mario Brothers, NSMB combines the original old-school formula with all the great improvments that have been made in the series to date. Mario has added a host of new moves since the last time we saw him in 2D as well as a few new enemies since then. And firepower is once again the end-all be-all of power. The stages are...

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Mario finally goes back to his old school roots!

Strengths: Great old school side scrolling fun. Lots or stuff to collect means lots of reasons to play levels over and over!

Weakness: It could have been longer but again all the stuff to collect means that the game will hold your attention longer.

This game is great, my roommate bought it yesterday and I have played it almost non-stop yesterday and today from the time he leaves for work untill many hours later. This is very fun and reminds you of good old school gaming. All the 3d beautiful worlds some games have are nice but a game like this is just much more fun! I just ordered a copy for myself and I can't wait for it to come so I can...

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New Super Mario Brothers

Strengths: Nod to past SMB titles with enough twists to earn the "New" in the title

Weakness: save feature

I’m almost through world one and it’s been fun so far. The graphics are really good and the developers definitely gave it a feel of the past SMB titles in their layouts and designs. The stylus/touch screen doesn’t seem to play a huge part in the first world other than being able to tap the extra item (shroom, flower) and make it available for use. I like the feature of being able to carry...

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A sequel worthy of its title.

Strengths: Remains faithful while adding new elements, doesn't seem like a rehash

Weakness: A bit on the short side for the experienced Mario sidescroller players, must beat a castle or unlock a mushroom house to save

Mario and Luigi are back in an all-new sidescroller. This game features 8 new worlds of levels. It plays more like Super Mario Brothers, but it borrows things from other Mario games, such as the butt stomp from Mario 64 and some enemies from other Mario games. The game itself is very much like you'd expect it to be. Seasoned Mario vets will feel right at home with this game and blow through it,...

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Welcome Back Mario! A wonderful return to the 2D...

Strengths: Classic side scroller you cannot miss! Good graphics, good music, tons of fun!

Weakness: Mini games are mediocre and fire flower overly powerful.

If you are a fan of the way Mario used to be, you won't be disappointed. Intricately detailed graphics, moderately difficult puzzles and lots of new item upgrades. The game is simple and fun for people of all ages. Once you start the game, you'll know you're playing a genuine Mario side scroller. The world layout is exactly like Mario 3, you have to complete a level to move onto the next. There...

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The New Mario!

Strengths: Great classic feel. Great control. Cool graphics. Cool extra minigames.

Weakness: You can't save whenever you want. This is annoying for some people.

This game is so much fun! This game is a classic with a classic feel. The minigames are an extra bonus and can be really fun. The only downside is that you can't save whenever you want and this may be annoying at times for some people. For some people this game may be short, but still this game is great and I totally recommend this to anyone with a DS!

Best Platformer!

Strengths: Colorful visuals, Controls, Music, Gameplay

Weakness: NONE!

I've been waiting for this super mario game in ages! Finally it came out and it is just what I expected it to be, perfection! You will play again as mario to save princess peach from Bowser. This time, mario has some new moves, a nice 3d engine though still side scrolling, new power ups and more. I like this game a lot, this game alone convinced me to buy a Nintendo DS!

Mario Returns

Strengths: The graphics in this game are fantastic and the control is easy to get the hang of.

Weakness: I have yet to find any.

New Super Mario Bros. is one of the best titles available for the Nintendo DS. The main single-player Mario game should take you about a weekend to complete. There is more when you're done. Mario vs. Luigi turns the game into a one on one race to the finish line, and it's a pretty great time. There are also mini-games for single and multiplayer. All you need is a single game card to set up a...

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New Super Mario Brothers

Strengths: Great Throwback, Great All Around Platformer,Lots of Replay Value, Great Game

Weakness: A bit on the short side (but that comes with it being a platformer)

From the moment I started the first level, I remembered back to when I was a kid playing Mario Brothers on the NES. I enjoyed the simplistic gameplay then, and I still do now. New Super Mario Bros. is a basic platformer, but can be ranked among the best platformers out there. Everything from the music, to the sound effects, to the boss battles scream Mario. I'd highly reccommend buying this if...

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A great New Super Mario Bros.

Strengths: Old school 2-D side-scrolling platforming action at its finest.

Weakness: The new power-ups aren't anything to write home about. No Wi-Fi multiplayer.

The ten year-plus wait for a new side-scrolling 2-D Mario Bros. game has been well worth it. With the New Super Mario Bros. comes a reminder of the platforming of the old days. Taking some of the best elements of Super Mario Bros 1 and 3, and Mario 64, Mario is back in a killer new 3-D model in a 2-D world. If you fondly recall the NES Marios and wish for a throwback, this one is for you.