IGN: New Super Mario Bros. U Review

For many of us, Super Mario World shifted the Mushroom Kingdom from numbered, sequential stages to something more organic. The term “world” never felt more appropriate. New Super Mario Bros. U is the first 2D Mario game not only to return to that approach, but to take it subtly to the next level. The vast, seamless overworld not only houses the requisite levels, fortresses and castles, but also features items that can be picked up off the ground, roaming enemies that must be defeated, secrets, alternate paths and even some boss fights that occur within their own context, outside of any platforming sequence. Why Nintendo ever moved away from this approach seems even more baffling now that it’s returned.

[Moonman]

Already pre-ordered. Good times a comin'. :)

[Army_of_Darkness]

A 9.1/10?!? for the same thing that you played on wii? with PSN/XBL game quality graphics for full price?! wow! something's wrong with IGN again.. Looks like an 7.5/10 at most.

[WeskerChildReborned]

It's called having an opinion, obviously some of IGNs reviews are questionable but their still opinions.

[TXIDarkAvenger]

I don't know man. But for me, doesn't matter how many times I've played the same Mario game, I always get a kick out of it.

[Wolfbiker]

its called "fun"....maybe you've heard of it?

[Moonman]

Go play smash bros. play all stars...or PS smash..or whatever the heck it's called. LOL So sad you have to troll Nintendo reviews. Some playstation reviews have no comments. Go figure...

[SugarSoSweet]

not just IGN there something wrong with these Nintendo drones too paying full price for last gen graphics

[Theyellowflash30]

Its a 7.5 because of graphics? Why don't you try playing the game?

[Moonman]

Don't fret Nintendo fans, these naysayers are just wanting millions to abandon quality and buy the copycat crap coming to rival consoles soon.

[YoungPlex]

I'm glad I got rid of the 3DS version because this one actually seems better than the 3DS version. It has a world map like SMW(SNES) and it isn't all about coins like the 3DS version, (which I really didn't like). All in all, I guess I'll be picking this one up at launch... Great job on keeping a classic fresh, now focus on Metroid and Zelda please, I would love it if they had a 3DS or Wii U version sometime in the near future...

[LX-General-Kaos]

Out of the gates Nintendo delivers another AAA quality exclusive offering. I had my eyes set on this gem from the very beginning when it was announced, and knew that it would come correct. Day one purchase for New Super Mario Bros U.

As YoungPlex stated above, the Super Mario World SNES throwback map is a blast from the past. Bringing a true feeling of nostalgia from the good ol days. Its warming to see that Nintendo has not forgotten where they came from, but also know where they are going. A fresh and positive start for the Nintendo Wii U entertainment system.

Rated E For Everyone

[etebitan]

your such a troll... or maybe u just make fun of them... but god ur comments are so annoying...

[Jinkies]

See I think he's a MS fanboy who disguises himself as a Nintendo one so he would gain bubbles faster. I mean Dark Sniper did the same thing but with Sony related products and was bubbled down straight away.

It's funny over the past few weeks his real side has started to show

Seriously why give stealth trolls bubbles, I've seen plenty of people on here who get bubbled down for the smallest things.

[ronin4life]

@Junkies
DARK$NIPER was an asshole who made personal attacks and belittled all non Sony products. In fact, most of his posts mentioned Sony directly far less than anything else in his post. That attitude is what lost him his bubbles.

Here's the kicker: THEY ARE BOTH THE SAME ANYWAY. Parodying the exaggerated behavior of their respective targets. When people get upset by their antics, they are being pulled into the joke.

[camel_toad]

Nintendo should innovate by getting rid of the jump button and adding a cover system. (sarcasm)

[SuperShyGuy]

also needs to add Shacky cam and QTE

[eagle21]

That Mario reign just won't let up. :)

[silkrevolver]

I'm going to co-op this with my older brother next week. Just like the good old days... but this time, we don't have to switch off.

('=

[NYC_Gamer]

Mario is loved by millions and expected high scores

[from the beach]

Great score, can't wait to play it!

[cherbhy]

This is what gaming journalism should be. Kudos IGN.

[Jinkies]

When IGN gives a score you like their good

When it's a score for a game you don't like their bad

Gamer Logic

[Zodiac]

I agree, but it is more of just plain logic, than it is gamer logic. We don't like things that go against our opinion or beliefs. We like things or people that agree with us.

This kind of thinking is not possible to avoid.

[deafdani]

Mmmm. I just read IGN's review, and while it makes it sound like it's indeed a great game, it doesn't sound like 9.1 great. I feel a disparity between what was written and the final score. Based on what I read, a 8 or 8.5 would've fit the content of the review better, in my opinion.

Still getting it on sunday along with my Wii U! I'm a sucker for platformers, so I will have a lot of fun with this game, regardless.

[Blastoise]

Wow high praise indeed. Didn't think it looked that great from the videos to be honest

[Parapraxis]

This game looks fantastic. The Wii U will probably be the first Nintendo console I buy since the N64.

[mochachino]

I hope the music doesn't sound like that in-game.

[Y_5150]

I watch the video. I am a disappointment hearing that the audio is about the same but it was kinda expected. But I love this game and I would almost get this and the Wii U @ launch but I think I could wait.

[Zodiac]

9.1 or nothing. I would never buy it if it only got a 9.

[chukamachine]

The name MARIO gets 5points alone. 1 point per letter.

I actually really like the Mario games, and recently played through the wii version on my PC@60FPS 1080P.

Looked good and played well with the wii controls via a dongle.:)

http://www.youtube.com/watc... 720p click it.

I'm sure it's a great game though.

[Hassassin]

I'm ready for a FHD Metroid game :D

[RFornillos4]

the problem with some people is they forget the word "fun" when judging games. no offense to COD fans, but before BLOPS 2, it has always been the same with little or no innovation, yet still is a bestseller game. because believe it or not, COD is enjoyable.

also, i also enjoy COD, Battlefield and other shooters, as much as I enjoy Mario games.

[jbgamer]

has any one seen this? http://nintendoeverything.c... mario wii u is going to have DOWN LAODALBE CONTENT!!! WOW! CAN'T WAIT TO SEE WAHT IT IS!