Nintendo truly knows how to keep us on the edge of our seats. As a seasoned gamer, I've seen many Nintendo Directs over the years, but the recent one was something special. It was jam-packed with thrilling announcements, but one stood out and caught my excitement more than the rest: the unveiling of Super Mario Bros. Wonder, a brand-new mainline 2D Super Mario game. Set to launch on the Nintendo Switch on October 20th, 2023, I can't help but count down the days.
From what was showcased, Super Mario Bros. Wonder appears to hold a lot of promise. The game introduces multiplayer capabilities, allowing players to step into the shoes of classic characters like Mario, Peach, Toad, Luigi, and Yoshi. As someone who has grown up with these iconic characters, I'm eager to see how each character's unique abilities will contribute to the gameplay dynamics.
What surprised and delighted me even more was the unveiling of new power-ups, adding an extra layer of excitement to the game. There's one in particular that stood out and sparked my curiosity: a power-up that morphs Mario into an elephant! As a longtime fan, I'm always thrilled by such innovations that refresh the gaming experience, while still retaining the quintessential Super Mario charm.
Looking back at the recent Nintendo Direct, Super Mario Bros. Wonder was undeniably the crowning moment of a fantastic presentation. It promises to keep the legacy of the franchise alive with fresh ideas, and I can't wait to get my hands on this game. So mark your calendars for October 20th, and let's embark on this exciting new adventure. Nintendo continues to surprise and delight us, and I, for one, can't wait to see what's next.
~Smash
Super Mario RPG coming back and a new to the mainline installment? Nintendo is really trying to pull in some of those Switch holdouts. Nothing on the switch has excited me more than these two games right here. I will be pre-ordering physical copies today.