wgrd4 “Lazy gameplay and online coupled with extensive unlockables” The sixth generation had Mario playing almost every single mainstream sport there was (sorry, no cricket or bowling): Mario Golf: Toadstool Tour (golf), Mario Power Tennis (tennis), Super Mario Strikers (soccer), Mario Superstar Baseball (baseball), and Mario Hoops 3-on-3 (basketball). Some of these games have been predecessors … Read more
“Dark Moon? More like a Full Moon.” Luigi’s Mansion: Dark Moon is the first and only sequel to the GameCube launch title Luigi’s Mansion. Both games strike a tone that Nintendo doesn’t use often—fear. Well, I wish I could say that about this game. While the first game was very much filled with an irrational … Read more
“If it ain’t broke, make it better.” Review in Brief Game: The latest retro-style Mario 2D platformer. Good: Strong level design; stronger world map design than recent releases; interesting new power-ups and level features. Bad: No killer app or uniquely distinguishing feature; borrows far too much (basically everything) from its predecessors; sorely outdated. Verdict: As … Read more
Perhaps it’s fitting that a game based on a vacuum cleaner is a bit of a chore to play. I promise, contrary to popular belief, that I really do want to like a 3DS game. While I find the traditional “Guess DDJ’s score” topics to be amusing, I’m dying for Nintendo to release a 3DS … Read more
“Obligatory and uninspired.” I’ve been earnestly racking my brain trying to figure out what went wrong with Super Mario 3D Land. I’m by no means one of those people that think the series has generally stagnated; Super Mario Galaxy 2 is, in my opinion, one of the greatest games ever made, and even New Super … Read more
Review in Brief Game: Another handheld instalment into the Mario Kart franchise, this game takes some great leaps in certain aspects, and stumbles in other efforts. Play Time: 5-10 Hours of offline, nearly unlimited online play. Good: Great course variety, engaging online play, catchy musical score, addition of gliding, and subtle graphics. Bad: Lack of … Read more
“A near-perfect mix of 2D and 3D Mario magic” To say that the Nintendo 3DS has gotten off to a rocky start would be an understatement. With struggling sales and an empty library, there hasn’t been too many reasons to pick up Nintendo’s latest handheld. But with the price drop over the summer and new … Read more
“The game’s developers clearly had a great time creating this game, and you’ll have just as much fun playing it.” Imagine you’re a game developer for a moment. You’ve been given the task of re-creating a classic arcade game, Donkey Kong. A game spanning an astonishing four (!!!) levels, the game featured surprising longevity for … Read more
IntroductionA lot of good and not so good games have come out for the world’s best hand held, the Game Boy Color. This is somewhat typical of Nintendo these days. Rarely now is a third party game very good on a Miyamoto system. But when one does, it really shines. Now we introduce Mario Golf … Read more
IntroductionIn the sequel to Super Mario Land 2 you are Wario, who wants to have his own castle, prepare for an awesome, if easy game! Graphics: 10 (out of 10)The graphics are awesome in this game, from the fat Wario to the bosses and enemies. These are my favorite graphics in any Mario Land game, … Read more