New Super Mario Bros. 2

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  1. Incarta
    Feb 16, 2014
    7
    Solid enough but this is a lazy lazy game as far as trying to push the series up. This game is a cash in by Nintendo. It's more of the same. If that's what you want go for it. But I found this disappointing
  2. XXDragoNXX
    Jul 10, 2013
    7
    I don`t play Mario game so often. Heck, the only other one I own is the First one for the Wii.

    But it`s fun. I don`t get why the 3D makes the background blurry though, and also the music is quite similar to NSMB Wii, which I feel is kind of lazy. And although the game says to "collect coins, blah blah blah", you can`t really do anything with them. Nothing. But although I haven`t    I don`t play Mario game so often. Heck, the only other one I own is the First one for the Wii.

    But it`s fun. I don`t get why the 3D makes the background blurry though, and also the music is quite similar to NSMB Wii, which I feel is kind of lazy.
    And although the game says to "collect coins, blah blah blah", you can`t really do anything with them.
    Nothing.
    But although I haven`t tried it the multiplayer looks fun, maybe I`ll try it with my brother sometime.
    All in all; 7. It could of been better, but it`s good. Maybe wait till a price drop because 40$ seems a bit much for it.    … Expand
  3. Matias8654
    Jun 1, 2018
    8
    Un juego calcado al Mario anterior solo incluyendo mundos nuevos, y uno que otro nivel que era novedoso para el juego en cuestión la finalización de este no se alarga tanto dándonos solo un castillo mas, en cambio el anterior parecía que nunca ibas a llegar a rescatar a la princesa Peach, por otro lado el juego no deja de ser muy bueno contemplando un avance como de costumbre lineal y conUn juego calcado al Mario anterior solo incluyendo mundos nuevos, y uno que otro nivel que era novedoso para el juego en cuestión la finalización de este no se alarga tanto dándonos solo un castillo mas, en cambio el anterior parecía que nunca ibas a llegar a rescatar a la princesa Peach, por otro lado el juego no deja de ser muy bueno contemplando un avance como de costumbre lineal y con la posibilidad de desbloquear mundos como lo es el Mundo estrella… Expand
  4. TemplarGR
    Sep 10, 2016
    5
    The first New Super Mario bros was fun. This, was not that fun, for some reason i can't exactly pinpoint because it was so boring i don't care to revisit it again. A very lazy sequel with a coin gimmick to somehow extend playtime, it is insulting to Nintendo and Mario fans. Nintendo, if you want to ask 40$ for a 3DS game, begin by investing some more money producing it first. Thank you.
  5. tdunster
    Jun 17, 2014
    7
    Super Mario Bros 2 is a competent platform game for the 3ds. While it's not a bad game it never really captures the imagination or compels you to play it for hours on end. Overall, it's just too similar to previous games and in many respects not as good as Mario 3D or for that matter Donkey Kong Country.
    Hard to recommend to anyone other than fans that simply must play every Mario game.
  6. SirKirbyThe4th
    Jun 30, 2014
    7
    Not really a BAD game, but it could be better. I think I'm just comparing it to the perfection of Super Mario 3D Land, so I had high expectations (I know that's a weird comparison, but c'mon, they're both Mario platformer games) The secrets are really cryptic, its too easy, and the graphics aren't that nice either. I also HATE how there is only 6 worlds instead of 8, even 3D Land had 8Not really a BAD game, but it could be better. I think I'm just comparing it to the perfection of Super Mario 3D Land, so I had high expectations (I know that's a weird comparison, but c'mon, they're both Mario platformer games) The secrets are really cryptic, its too easy, and the graphics aren't that nice either. I also HATE how there is only 6 worlds instead of 8, even 3D Land had 8 worlds, and even 16 special worlds. Despite all of that, this game is still better than ok.… Expand
  7. MrWhiggy
    Aug 20, 2012
    7
    New Super Mario Bros. 2 is a good game, but I think the "New" should be taken out of the title. This game doesn't bring a whole lot of new features to the table and the game suffers from not feeling all that fresh. Previous Mario games have been able to re-invent themselves while also feeling like Mario, but NSMB2 fails to do that effectively. If you've played previous titles in the "New"New Super Mario Bros. 2 is a good game, but I think the "New" should be taken out of the title. This game doesn't bring a whole lot of new features to the table and the game suffers from not feeling all that fresh. Previous Mario games have been able to re-invent themselves while also feeling like Mario, but NSMB2 fails to do that effectively. If you've played previous titles in the "New" series, this isn't a must buy. The gold collecting is a nice side addition, but the one million coin goal has a less than stellar reward and this features feels only made for completionists. Speaking of completionists, if you don't like collecting everything - avoid this game. The game is 5 hours through all the levels. This game is made for replayability, something that isn't too bad with the addition of Coin Rush. Overall, this is a good game but only a mediocre Mario game.… Expand
  8. Graminthesalmon
    Sep 7, 2012
    6
    Well, I have to say, This was one of the most disappointing games Nintendo has made in a LONG time. There was so little innovation I felt like I was playing a dumbed down version of the wii predecessor , which is basically what this is. Everything is right about this game, but when I get down to how much time and over all enjoyment I got out of it, I'd say it's not worth the money. TheWell, I have to say, This was one of the most disappointing games Nintendo has made in a LONG time. There was so little innovation I felt like I was playing a dumbed down version of the wii predecessor , which is basically what this is. Everything is right about this game, but when I get down to how much time and over all enjoyment I got out of it, I'd say it's not worth the money. The story is the same as ever (Shocker) And it's really getting old. I just wish nintendo would stop relying on their trump card of their mario fanbase. I am a huge mario fan, really, but this game felt so lifeless and boring and REALLY way too easy. I felt almost as if I was playing a toddler game. The wii game had everything right. Nintendo, would it be possible for you guys to start being an innovative company in your games again? Also a longer, harder experience would be nice too. Possibly a difficulty option? I miss games like super mario world 2 , where you get difficult creative innovative levels that aren't impossible, but actually take more than 5 minutes to do. I'm just tired of lazy game making.… Expand
  9. Cloud11311
    Aug 20, 2012
    1
    This game is short and the lack of innovation caused this review. No online mp in 2012 is brutal and unacceptable. Just bc it's Mario doesn't make it good, this is pandering and I'm not a fan anymore as an adult. I demand better in my games and this doesn't cut it. The raccoon suit only thing remotely positive in this game.
  10. McFungus
    Nov 11, 2012
    3
    The poor state of the economy finally filters its way to the mushroom kingdom.
    Now not only does Mario have to save the Princess AGAIN but he has to recoup a million coins so the mushroom kingdom doesn't repossess his castle.
    I can only assume Mario is the princesses handyman or servant of some description, as a lowly plumber she surely must be aware that her status demands she marry    The poor state of the economy finally filters its way to the mushroom kingdom.
    Now not only does Mario have to save the Princess AGAIN but he has to recoup a million coins so the mushroom kingdom doesn't repossess his castle.
    I can only assume Mario is the princesses handyman or servant of some description, as a lowly plumber she surely must be aware that her status demands she marry into another reputable household less she tarnish what I am sure is a long upstanding family name.
    Mario may be a hero, but he is no prince, nor a knight. His only title is Plumber. Doesn't even have an apprentice to do his dirty work for him. I mean even if you counted Luigi, which no one does, they do the crap work together. Not a sound mind for business it would seem.
    Probably why he's in dire financial straits in the first place. His plan to fix it? Kill things and turn them into money.
    Actually that isn't the worst plan he's had.    … Expand
  11. agent101
    Nov 16, 2012
    0
    This game is total fail, bad 3d quality and glitchy gameplay, avoid it
  12. Beejor
    Sep 30, 2012
    7
    Who can complain? It's more of the same old Mario everyone loves! Or so Nintendo would have us think. They should've went with the "Mario Kart 7" naming convention and called this one "Super Mario 238", since it's the 238th Mario game. Along with removing "New" from the title, it would describe the game a bit better. Yet another Mario game from the same "if-it-ain't-broke" 1983 NintendoWho can complain? It's more of the same old Mario everyone loves! Or so Nintendo would have us think. They should've went with the "Mario Kart 7" naming convention and called this one "Super Mario 238", since it's the 238th Mario game. Along with removing "New" from the title, it would describe the game a bit better. Yet another Mario game from the same "if-it-ain't-broke" 1983 Nintendo mold, New Super Mario Bros. 2 does have some nice little puzzles and the standard Nintendo polish. Compared to the DS prequel, it's a little more challenging, but not in the best ways. For example, to get some secrets you need to hit a randomly cycling item block, so be prepared to commit Mariocide multiple times to get that coveted third star coin in some areas. The gameplay is otherwise identical except for the addition of the somewhat disappointing two-plane (background and foreground) 3D graphics and a few new (old?) power-ups. The levels are pretty easy to complete, and in the end you'll have a million coins and hundreds of extra lives. NSMB2 a fun little romp, but if Nintendo wants to play up the nostalgia factor while maximizing profits, I'd rather they just re-release Super Mario All-Stars in 3D and be done with it. It would be far less embarrassing for them, and far more enjoyable for the fans.… Expand
  13. VidsRule
    Apr 1, 2013
    6
    It was just over too fast. And then right when I started getting into the coin-collecting option, that got boring; discover the 2 secret worlds, finished them in one sitting; Started finding the large coins, had fun for a while, found most of them (and the ones left are on levels I hate). And, there's no way a game that is this similiar to games which I've been playing since the 80's canIt was just over too fast. And then right when I started getting into the coin-collecting option, that got boring; discover the 2 secret worlds, finished them in one sitting; Started finding the large coins, had fun for a while, found most of them (and the ones left are on levels I hate). And, there's no way a game that is this similiar to games which I've been playing since the 80's can possibly get a great score.… Expand
  14. BlogDog123
    Sep 30, 2012
    7
    I really enjoy this game, but I'm sad to see that Nintendo has reused graphics, sound effects and music from New Super Mario Bros and New Super Mario Bros. Wii. Even the final boss theme is recycled from the Wii game, which is inexcusable. Nintendo, please don't do what EA does with Madden; think of a more creative idea.
  15. dharma
    Sep 2, 2012
    7
    Enjoyable platforming but this is essentially the same game that you've played before on the DS and the Wii. Nintendo seemed to be releasing this game just to cash in. Well, since the past two installments sold in excess of 20 million units each, you can't really blame Nintendo for releasing this sequel.
  16. SylarHRG
    Nov 26, 2012
    7
    Incredibly fun but just a little bit short. How much I loved the first one on DS, I really expected a bit more for the sequel. A great game if the price is right!
  17. KuRiCobbY
    Aug 22, 2012
    7
    While New Super Mario Bros. 2 falls short of the bar set by last year's Super Mario 3D Land, it's hard to give this game a below average score. The controls are pretty much flawless, the graphics look great, and the whole game has a nice charm to it...it's just unfortunate that for the most part I've seen it all before.

    It also doesn't help that the game is devoid of any challenge. Some    While New Super Mario Bros. 2 falls short of the bar set by last year's Super Mario 3D Land, it's hard to give this game a below average score. The controls are pretty much flawless, the graphics look great, and the whole game has a nice charm to it...it's just unfortunate that for the most part I've seen it all before.

    It also doesn't help that the game is devoid of any challenge. Some are quick to point out the amount of lives players get and the option of using the white-raccoon suit as examples of how easy the game is; however, the difficulty (or lack thereof) problem is much worse than that. Lives are fairly outdated at this point and limiting them won't really affect the difficulty of the game and you can simply choose to not use the white-raccoon suit. The game is easy simply because it's easy. Levels offer little platforming challenge and you are -constantly- getting more power-ups.

    ...but I digress. While the game's difficulty might be a turn-off for many (myself included), I couldn't help but enjoy my time with this game. I even see myself playing it in short bursts from time to time (everyone's got time to kill on the toilet).    … Expand
  18. Fulle
    May 6, 2013
    5
    If you've played a 2D Mario before the NSMB series, you'vep layed a superior 2D Mario. What we have here is a cheaply made shameless cash grab with no soul.

    They basically pulled art assets from a previous NSMB game, didn't bother to include more than 2-3 pieces of background music, and then built some of the most easy, boring, and uncreative levels you've ever experienced. For an    If you've played a 2D Mario before the NSMB series, you'vep layed a superior 2D Mario. What we have here is a cheaply made shameless cash grab with no soul.

    They basically pulled art assets from a previous NSMB game, didn't bother to include more than 2-3 pieces of background music, and then built some of the most easy, boring, and uncreative levels you've ever experienced.

    For an experienced gamer, this is a bad buy. Terrible, actually... but it does do a decent job of filling the roll of "baby's first Mario game" for a very young audience. The difficulty level is set very very low, it's very forgiving, coins are everywhere for practically infinate lives, infinite continues, and just in case that's not easy enough for you, if you fail a level enough times you get a special powerup that make you invincible.    … Expand
  19. BlatantInnuendo
    Apr 24, 2013
    6
    The gameplay is easy enough to get into and coin rush is worth spending a couple of hours on, but this game suffers from a syndrome many games today suffer, way too easy. If you fail five times on the same level you get a support block with a golden tanooki suit which makes you invincible. I am someone who is bad at platformers, I never used a assist block but still managed to make itThe gameplay is easy enough to get into and coin rush is worth spending a couple of hours on, but this game suffers from a syndrome many games today suffer, way too easy. If you fail five times on the same level you get a support block with a golden tanooki suit which makes you invincible. I am someone who is bad at platformers, I never used a assist block but still managed to make it through the game with over 100 lives, that combined with the fact that the game is far to short make it subpar to the other games in the series… Expand
  20. indoGAMER
    Dec 11, 2012
    7
    New Super Mario Bros. 2 is a good sequel to its first predecessor, New Super Mario Bros.! Collecting a million coins and saving Princess Peach at the new side-scrolling view! Not too recommended, but it'll be good for New Super Mario Bros. fans!
  21. Lilbutter
    Nov 25, 2012
    4
    AVOID!!!! I love mario but this is just poor. the 4 hour single player mode is fine but not one level will strike out as amazing, which you come to expect from Nintendo. the tacked on 1000000 coin goal is terrible, you will be bored to death trying to get 1000000. I got around 50000 on my first play through, and to get all the star coins i was near 80000, and I had enough. The racoon suitAVOID!!!! I love mario but this is just poor. the 4 hour single player mode is fine but not one level will strike out as amazing, which you come to expect from Nintendo. the tacked on 1000000 coin goal is terrible, you will be bored to death trying to get 1000000. I got around 50000 on my first play through, and to get all the star coins i was near 80000, and I had enough. The racoon suit is awsome and coin rush mode is a good addition, but overall a poor package… Expand
  22. WhiteTalpa
    Feb 3, 2013
    6
    What a shame.. I've waited 6 years for new super Mario bros 2 and this is what we got... Nintendo let a lot of people down with this game. The bad level design and amount of bugs as well as other things make this no of the worse Mario games to date.
  23. wa2kool
    Mar 9, 2013
    4
    NSMB.2 surely has to be one of the worst Mario titles to date. Never has it been so apparent of the unspectacular level designs and relatively charmless gameplay. The 3D in the game is completely ineffectual, it just blurs the background that's it! NSMB.2's main gameplay feature is the large supply of gold coins scattered within the levels, with the aim of collecting as many as you canNSMB.2 surely has to be one of the worst Mario titles to date. Never has it been so apparent of the unspectacular level designs and relatively charmless gameplay. The 3D in the game is completely ineffectual, it just blurs the background that's it! NSMB.2's main gameplay feature is the large supply of gold coins scattered within the levels, with the aim of collecting as many as you can while also rescuing the independent as ever (ha!) Princess Peach. The gold coin collecting idea feels cheap and shallow, just a glorified collect-em-up essentially. The game features characters from the original Super Mario Bros. Trilogy but as with the Wii version of NSMB, this implementation is purely for nostalgic purposes but has no overall effect on the actual game. Co-op mode is wishy washy and to be honest, just as clunky as NSMB Wii's multiplayer was, with the character only focusing on the leading player making the game feel more competitive than cooperative. The Gold Rush mode is a fancy word for collect-em-up time trials. The premise is simple, collect as many gold coins throughout a set a three levels and reach the exits, then repeat these to improve your score. Sounds fair enough but improving your high score is not entirely accurate as the levels are randomised each time!? I know...there is DLC Coin Rush levels but it is a rather lame attempt at longevity to be honest.

    Graphics: 6/10
    Gameplay: 6/10
    Features: 5/10

    I would stick with your copy of Super Mario 3D Land (if you have it, if not buy that instead) because this Mario title is sadly not worth your time.    … Expand
  24. JHH62
    Dec 27, 2012
    2
    It's funny how this game is called new super Mario bros 2 but there is nothing new about all the sound tracks (except for the reznor theme) are recycled from new super Mario bros Wii, all of the enemies are recycled from new Smb, new Smb Wii, and 3d land, even the final battle is the same as in new Smb Wii: bowser grows giant for the third time in a row and when you fight dry bowser, it'sIt's funny how this game is called new super Mario bros 2 but there is nothing new about all the sound tracks (except for the reznor theme) are recycled from new super Mario bros Wii, all of the enemies are recycled from new Smb, new Smb Wii, and 3d land, even the final battle is the same as in new Smb Wii: bowser grows giant for the third time in a row and when you fight dry bowser, it's the exact same battle as when you battle bowser, the only thing about this game that is new is the gold flower and the heavy emphasis on coins but all you get for collecting a million coins is a new title screen I have no idea what nintendo was thinking when they made this game… Expand
  25. spogne3
    Mar 1, 2013
    7
    [FR] Ce jeux est bien sauf que les boss sont trop facile Il y a aussi le mario magique [je ne sais plus le nom] Qui plombe le jeux part exemple au monde finale ta le mario magique et tu destroye tout On ne dirait plus mario. Ce jeux et quand meme Merveilleux surtout a la fin. Je vous le conseille malgrés tout.
  26. CrimsonWolfen
    Feb 6, 2013
    7
    This is... interesting for Nintendo to do. Kind of like how they just copy-pasted Super Mario Galaxy to Super Mario Galaxy 2 except with Yoshi, New Super Mario Bros 2 is copy-pasting New Super Mario Bros and New Super Mario Bros Wii... except nothing that New. While the gameplay is still enjoyable, the story feels the exact same as NSMBW, and the feel is all around NSMB. Not the worstThis is... interesting for Nintendo to do. Kind of like how they just copy-pasted Super Mario Galaxy to Super Mario Galaxy 2 except with Yoshi, New Super Mario Bros 2 is copy-pasting New Super Mario Bros and New Super Mario Bros Wii... except nothing that New. While the gameplay is still enjoyable, the story feels the exact same as NSMBW, and the feel is all around NSMB. Not the worst Mario game, but when it comes to New, it falls flat.… Expand
  27. GoombaJMR
    Jul 5, 2015
    7
    More of the same thing on another handheld. Well, if it aint broke - don't fix it, right? Well, in this case, I'd say doing absolutely nothing but adding a ton of coins into levels isn't really making it another game worth playing. I mean, yeah the level design is pretty good, and the levels are all nice looking (NOT in 3D), but the 3D effect blurs the beautiful backgrounds and the sameMore of the same thing on another handheld. Well, if it aint broke - don't fix it, right? Well, in this case, I'd say doing absolutely nothing but adding a ton of coins into levels isn't really making it another game worth playing. I mean, yeah the level design is pretty good, and the levels are all nice looking (NOT in 3D), but the 3D effect blurs the beautiful backgrounds and the same rehashed music is there. Since I'm not a big fan of rehashed music that takes up at least 50% of the soundtrack, I was particularly disappointed with this title. On the other hand, I applaud nintendo for giving DLC a try and not killing us with the deals. Also, it's just pure platforming, so you have to buy this if you're REALLY into that genre. If not, then consider it!
    Gameplay: 8.5/10
    Story: 3.5/10
    Music: 5/10
    Presentation: 9/10
    Length: 5/10
    Overall: 7/10    … Expand
  28. BDarius213
    May 10, 2013
    6
    If you were looking for a portable version of New Super Mario Bros. Wii with less features, then this is it. Same exact music, w/ some added sounds. There are no Yoshi's, no blue/yellow toads, less items, no extra worlds when you beat the game, (Unless you count the star world, where it's kinda really hard getting all the star coins), and lastly, the Coin Rush mode is ok, not thatIf you were looking for a portable version of New Super Mario Bros. Wii with less features, then this is it. Same exact music, w/ some added sounds. There are no Yoshi's, no blue/yellow toads, less items, no extra worlds when you beat the game, (Unless you count the star world, where it's kinda really hard getting all the star coins), and lastly, the Coin Rush mode is ok, not that exciting. And there's no reason at all, whatsoever to collect a million coins. You'll be disappointed.… Expand
  29. MrSonicFan
    Apr 24, 2013
    3
    All Mario/Luigi games on the 3DS have ranged from average to just bad. This game is in the bad section. The new Mario games are turning into COD. a new game coming out every year. In fact, It is even worse at this point. New Mario 2 and New Mario u came out the exact same year. Anyway. The game is bad. Its ugly, the level design is pathetic. The music is rehashed with even more wahs andAll Mario/Luigi games on the 3DS have ranged from average to just bad. This game is in the bad section. The new Mario games are turning into COD. a new game coming out every year. In fact, It is even worse at this point. New Mario 2 and New Mario u came out the exact same year. Anyway. The game is bad. Its ugly, the level design is pathetic. The music is rehashed with even more wahs and bahs. Level designs are cliche. Don't play this game. Don't give Nintendo your money… Expand
  30. unusualwhale
    Jun 13, 2013
    5
    This is just another Mario game like all the others. run around get coins stomp on bad guys and YOUR DONE!! this i only i kids game i don't recommend for adults this is a boring poor excuse for a Mario game thanks nintendo
  31. jakethesnack
    Oct 20, 2013
    6
    While the coins add a new element to game play, it's not that different from New Super Mario Bros. Its alright on its own but it is disappointing to wait 6 years to play a game that could have just been dlc.
  32. pocky
    Jul 13, 2013
    7
    Enjoyable music and gameplay as usual, but the 3d effect was pointless on this one so don't buy it for that. I was also pretty disappointed at the end boss of the secret world, it was the same fight as the normal world, exactly. I felt genuinely disappointed at that part.
  33. knifeandfork
    Jul 18, 2013
    7
    First, let me make something clear. This is not an entirely new Mario game. Yes, there is a coin gimmick, but other than that it’s virtually the same- 8 worlds, including, a plain world, a jungle world, a volcano world e.t.c.
    There are some ‘new’ power-ups. There’s the racoon suit, oh wait that’s not new, it’s from super Mario bros 3. This lets you fly and glide. Then there’s the gold    First, let me make something clear. This is not an entirely new Mario game. Yes, there is a coin gimmick, but other than that it’s virtually the same- 8 worlds, including, a plain world, a jungle world, a volcano world e.t.c.
    There are some ‘new’ power-ups. There’s the racoon suit, oh wait that’s not new, it’s from super Mario bros 3. This lets you fly and glide. Then there’s the gold flower, which is new, except it isn’t- it’s basically a fire flower than can also turn blocks into coins upon contact with the fire. And as usual, the good ol’ fire flower returns. Not Nintendo at its most creative, but the design of the levels is great, and that’s what keeps you wanting more, even though it is too easy. You can play through the whole game with two players, but player 2 will need another copy of the game.
    Then there’s the coin gimmick. Basically all the levels in New Super Mario Bros 2 are bursting with coins and different ways to get them. This is where Nintendo get creative, placing all sorts of new ways to collect coins, and that’s where that rare gold flower comes in useful too. Just like any other Mario game, Bowser kidnaps Peach, and saving her is the goal. As usual, on top of that is star coins- three in each level, you know the story by now, and also secret exits. But now there’s also the goal of collecting 1 million coins. This takes a long time, but levels are overloaded with coins, and the more skill you have, the faster you’ll reach the goal of 1 million coins. What’s the prize, I hear you ask. I can tell you: a new main menu screen. That’s it. Coin redemption can be found in coin rush mode, though, when you play three randomly selected courses in a row and try to collect as many coins as you can, and reach the goal in a 100-second time limit. One death and it’s game over. You can trade high scores via streetpass, but there are no online leaderboards, which is disappointing. However, coin rush is a simple, addictive experience and I’m surprised nobody’s thought of it before.
    In conclusion, this is the first Mario platformer ever that isn’t essential. I’d recommend it, but it stays too true to Mario’s roots.    … Expand
  34. classicgamer321
    Oct 11, 2013
    6
    New super mario bros 2 is an okay game, but it's not as good as the original new super mario bros. but it's still fun, but this time, it's a little different, bowser did not kidnap princess peach this time, the koopalaings did. and it's up to mario or luigi to travel through 8 worlds to save her. one problem I have with this game is that these are the exact same worlds from the originalNew super mario bros 2 is an okay game, but it's not as good as the original new super mario bros. but it's still fun, but this time, it's a little different, bowser did not kidnap princess peach this time, the koopalaings did. and it's up to mario or luigi to travel through 8 worlds to save her. one problem I have with this game is that these are the exact same worlds from the original new super mario bros there's no difference at all, there's the mushroom kingdom, the egyption world, the tropical/jungle world, the ice world, the mountain world and the final world. Why can't they just be original and bring different worlds, this is a SEQUEL not a REMAKE. another thing is that this game has a coin collecting theme that comes literally out of nowhere. there's this coin meter that counts how many coins you have collected and the game challenges you to collect one million coins. This does nothing and it does not add any replay value, I got a super mario game to go on an adventure through 8 worlds and defeat bowser at the end, not to search everywhere for hidden coins or power ups that help you get coins. there are some classic power ups like the fire-flower, or the or the tanoki suit, but this game has some new power ups, like the gold enemy power up which turns all of the enemies and most of the hazards into gold and you get coins for defeating them, or the coin block, with the coin block, the faster you run, the more coins you get, one hit and you lose the coin block. and then there's gold mario, with this power up, mario can shoot gold fireballs and turn everything the fireballs hit into coins. the graphics are okay, when the 3D is off, if you turn on the 3D the backgrounds get blurry, the higher you rise the 3d slider, the blurrier the backrounds get, this does make it look like the backgrounds are far away, but it makes the backgrounds look awful, this is the only 3DS game that I have ever played where I hate the 3D effect. the level design is great, and it does feel like some classic mario platforming, and, there's the tanoki suit power up, now it really feels like super mario bros 3 on the NES. there's also a 2 player co-up mode where you and another player can play through the entire game together, this is a very cool addition. another thing they added is a coin rush mode, this mode really is nothing special, you just go through the levels and collect as many coins as possible before the timer runs out. this mode can also be used for 2 players. New super mario bros 2 is not as good as new super mario bros, but it's still a great game to play to make time go faster like on a long car trip.… Expand
  35. Globox_ARG
    Sep 22, 2013
    7
    Jugabilidad(10): el control es facil de usar y el juego es super adictivo. Tecnologia(8.5): muy buenos graficos, muy buen espacio de juego. todo muy colorido. Graficos(10): los graficos son excelentes. Sonido(10): se escucha muy bien y las canciones no son para nada repetitivas, son muy buenas. yo las tarareo por que me encantan. Innovacion(9): es muy buena la idea de coleccionarJugabilidad(10): el control es facil de usar y el juego es super adictivo. Tecnologia(8.5): muy buenos graficos, muy buen espacio de juego. todo muy colorido. Graficos(10): los graficos son excelentes. Sonido(10): se escucha muy bien y las canciones no son para nada repetitivas, son muy buenas. yo las tarareo por que me encantan. Innovacion(9): es muy buena la idea de coleccionar monedas, te dan ganas de agarrarlas todas. tambien revive el traje tanooki que es muy divertido usarlo.… Expand
  36. alecalger
    Oct 9, 2013
    7
    This is one of the most disappointing sequels to video games. It had boss battles ripped from the Wii version, a disappointing, unrewarding coin hype, and the elimination of on-map enemies (where are the Hammer Bros.?). Other than that, the level design is overall flawless and some replay value for getting the Star Coins. However, it would only take three days to beat so do yourself aThis is one of the most disappointing sequels to video games. It had boss battles ripped from the Wii version, a disappointing, unrewarding coin hype, and the elimination of on-map enemies (where are the Hammer Bros.?). Other than that, the level design is overall flawless and some replay value for getting the Star Coins. However, it would only take three days to beat so do yourself a favor and borrow it from a friend.… Expand
  37. justagamer123
    Nov 14, 2014
    6
    i love Mario games but this game is one of my least favorite ones,

    to start off with the good things in it, the game play is great the bringing back of the raccoon leaf is great, the worlds look nice and ten times better then the first game and nothing in the game is too hard but the best part of the game is that's its fun for the short time of playing it now for the bad the biggest    i love Mario games but this game is one of my least favorite ones,

    to start off with the good things in it, the game play is great the bringing back of the raccoon leaf is great, the worlds look nice and ten times better then the first game and nothing in the game is too hard but the best part of the game is that's its fun for the short time of playing it

    now for the bad the biggest issue with the game is content i cant name one other Mario game that has a lack of content i mean there are 6 main worlds and 3 special worlds that may seem like a lot but each world only as 6-10 levels which brings me to the next issue that it took me less then four hours to beat the game and that includes the 3 special worlds now i did enjoy every part of the game but when it came to an end i felt ripped off 30 bucks for 4 hours of content?i can think of indie games that are not even half that price but offer ten times more hours of content next the power ups feel the same and really there in not one new one the golden flower is new but the issue with it is that its only in 3 to 5 levels and you lose it after completing the level meaning that you only get maybe 10 minutes of using it (it is fun but needs to be used more)

    but having this being my most played game on my 2ds (with 20 hours clocked in) i would only tell die-hard Mario fans to get this game the game is fun but the only way to really get out all the content is re-playing it for all the stars/secrets and if that's not what you enjoy doing i would say get NSMB from 2006 on your ds/3ds/2ds or go and get one of the older Mario games on the virtual console    … Expand
  38. Gurnett
    Jul 12, 2015
    6
    First off, let me start by saying that I LOVE Mario. I've played every 2D Mario game that has been released (including spin-offs like the Yoshi and Princess games). All that said, this might be my least favorite of every Mario game I've ever played. Is it fun? Sure. It's always fun looking for secret stuff and killing goombas. But it does everything else wrong.

    Collecting coins is    First off, let me start by saying that I LOVE Mario. I've played every 2D Mario game that has been released (including spin-offs like the Yoshi and Princess games). All that said, this might be my least favorite of every Mario game I've ever played. Is it fun? Sure. It's always fun looking for secret stuff and killing goombas. But it does everything else wrong.

    Collecting coins is usually fun, but when you're bombarded with them at every corner (I had levels where I had up to 600 coins on one run), it kind of saps the fun out of it. It's not fun if you're going to give it to me with no challenge; which brings me to the difficulty. This was EASILY the easiest Mario game I've ever played. I blasted through it in less than 6 hours, and finished with 184 lives. I may have had 2 or 3 levels that slowed me down, but none of the rest of it was cake.

    It gets a 6 because it's always fun being Mario, even if it was super easy. The graphics were nice and the sound was good. There's just no challenge behind it.    … Expand
  39. ThisMustBeHalo
    Jan 4, 2014
    6
    When you see a sequel to New Super Mario Bros, you probably imagined it being better than the first one. It's not. The gameplay is nearly the same, although the addition of the Gold Flower, which allows you to turn regular blocks into coins, is actually pretty cool. However, the concept of limited lives goes out the window. Every 100 coins is another life, as usual, but with all the coinsWhen you see a sequel to New Super Mario Bros, you probably imagined it being better than the first one. It's not. The gameplay is nearly the same, although the addition of the Gold Flower, which allows you to turn regular blocks into coins, is actually pretty cool. However, the concept of limited lives goes out the window. Every 100 coins is another life, as usual, but with all the coins literally everywhere, you will have over 100 lives in no time. The difficulty is almost non-existent for any seasoned Mario player. I can see it being a small challenge for younger audiences, but even then, you get the Invincibility Leaf, which gives you the ability to basically skip a level. It's a fun game nonetheless, and I did enjoy the hours I spent beating the game. But this game isn't catered towards Mario fans.… Expand
  40. ReviewScope
    Nov 8, 2016
    4
    I love the original NSMB on the DS, and I found this game to be incredibly bland and recycled. It offers nothing new at all and feels like a cash grab.
  41. bearbishop
    Jul 22, 2014
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This review contains a very minor spoiler at the end so be warned. This game is okay but it is kind of a disappointment in some ways. The art style and graphics kinda suck. I know it is supposed to look simplistic and old school because its Mario, but it still looks bad to me. My main complaint would be that many levels have a horrible ugly blur filter over most of the background for no apparent reason. Maybe Mario is supposed to be near sighted or something. Another thing is that almost all the haunted house levels are just some stupid level gimmick like a giant boo that scrolls the level for you and stuff that just isn't fun. Thirdly the boss was lame and annoying. Oh wow its giant Bowser swatting at your platforms from the background! I kinda suck at Mario so I died twice to the final sequence and each time you attempt it again you have to watch Bowser get turned giant by the koopalings in a sequence that cant be skipped. Its only like 20 secondsish but it still bothers me that it can't be skipped because there is literally no good reason for that. If you want to play a platformer for 3DS just get Donkey Kong Country Returns 3D its way better in every way.… Expand
  42. itsthecritic
    Dec 10, 2014
    7
    It was too hard and I quit after a few days of playing it. The DS version was simplistic but fun compared to this. Plus, if you're thinking of getting it and already have 3D Land, you're just playing Super Mario 2D Land.
  43. how_are_u
    Apr 19, 2015
    7
    I enjoyed this game very much, I just found it to be too easy. After playing some of the other Mario games and seeing how difficult they are, I'm actually a little disappointed with this game's difficulty. Other than that though, it's more or less perfect in every other aspect, but it is obviously a very easy game. If you're a beginner to the genre I recommend, but if you're a pro maybe goI enjoyed this game very much, I just found it to be too easy. After playing some of the other Mario games and seeing how difficult they are, I'm actually a little disappointed with this game's difficulty. Other than that though, it's more or less perfect in every other aspect, but it is obviously a very easy game. If you're a beginner to the genre I recommend, but if you're a pro maybe go for one of the older games.… Expand
  44. Tylercolins
    May 13, 2014
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The sequel of New Super Mario Bros. on the DS doesn't look as great as the first two games in the series. They just reused many things from its predecessors, like music, enemies, overworld map, and many more. That's just lazy and uninspired, Nintendo. Also the coin gimmick just felt pointless for me.

    This game had some good points (It's not completely bad), like precise controls, great level designs, fine graphics, and catchy remixes. Hey, I didn't say the music is bad. I mean, it's good, but it's getting repetitive.

    Overall, this game is actually fun to play. I highly recommend it.    … Expand
  45. JRo55
    Sep 27, 2014
    4
    Worst Mario platformer in the series. Don't waste more than $10 on this game. Everything about this game is a rehash. While the level design isn't bad, I found myself bored after a couple of levels because of all the reused assets. Also, the music sucks.
  46. TFFANBOYYY
    Oct 7, 2014
    6
    Fun and exciting, but I got bored of it pretty quickly. The people who made this were really lazy too. If you really like Mario, I recommend you get this. Fun, but for me it got boring soon.
  47. Marco_AGJ
    Feb 1, 2015
    7
    Graphically this is a very improved version of the original, though it feels a copy from the Wii version. If you asked me whether I'd be happy to play any decent Wii game in a handheld or not my response would be instant; yes. So we have New Super Mario Bros 2. Comparing with the original DS release the improvement is absurd, especially graphically. Gameplay-wise it's all the same withGraphically this is a very improved version of the original, though it feels a copy from the Wii version. If you asked me whether I'd be happy to play any decent Wii game in a handheld or not my response would be instant; yes. So we have New Super Mario Bros 2. Comparing with the original DS release the improvement is absurd, especially graphically. Gameplay-wise it's all the same with Mario moving around in that loosy style opposed to the tight controls of Super Mario World and the NES titles.

    I'll advocate this until the end of time, Mario must have tight controls, the wall slamming should be well executed to work. Learning curve on some advance techniques should be extended, Another derivative game like this from Mario I won't be able to endure. The bonus mini-games are fun, for like 10 minutes, That's all.    … Expand
  48. jmorris724
    Dec 9, 2014
    6
    this game came with a special edition 3ds XL on sale. it's OK. the first several worlds have a pretty boring design, though it does get interesting later. the mushroom houses dont leave you a sense of reward like they did on the 3rd NES game. and just a lack of powerups in general. there's a complete lack of innovation on this game------lots of mario bros, nothing "new" about it.
  49. spongeswift
    Mar 24, 2017
    4
    This game was really the blandest Mario game to date. Yes some of the new coin aspects were cool but that was pretty much the only new thing. It felt like a repeat of New Super Mario Bros DS but with less challenging levels and mediocre boss battles. Overall this game is very forgettable and should really never be spoken of again.
  50. SonicDude
    Jun 26, 2016
    7
    New super Mario bros 2 is as an entire package a good game. Positives: good controls , good levels, nice amount of power-ups, fun, coin rush, music and overall presentation. Though they are quite a few good things there is also bad stuff in the game. Negatives: Nothing that new in "new" super Mario bros 2, plenty of reused music, only one new power-up, looks uninspired, only 6 worlds andNew super Mario bros 2 is as an entire package a good game. Positives: good controls , good levels, nice amount of power-ups, fun, coin rush, music and overall presentation. Though they are quite a few good things there is also bad stuff in the game. Negatives: Nothing that new in "new" super Mario bros 2, plenty of reused music, only one new power-up, looks uninspired, only 6 worlds and on the easy side. Overall: Though the game has only 6 worlds it does have a special world and two unlockable worlds. The game is super fun to play and if you don't own this game than it's worth a try.… Expand
  51. UltraTektite
    Mar 30, 2016
    6
    New Super Mario Bros. 2 is good, but I would only recommend it to diehard Mario fans (though it might honestly be more of a disappointment to them). The game's central point, using various methods to collect a ton of coins, might shiny and attractive on the outside, but in actuality doesn't really add anything to the gameplay. It more or less just means you'll have way more lives than inNew Super Mario Bros. 2 is good, but I would only recommend it to diehard Mario fans (though it might honestly be more of a disappointment to them). The game's central point, using various methods to collect a ton of coins, might shiny and attractive on the outside, but in actuality doesn't really add anything to the gameplay. It more or less just means you'll have way more lives than in other Mario games. Since what could have been turned into cool new powerups was instead wasted on this gimmick, it's more or less just the fire flower and the tanooki leaf, which seems pretty lame considering all the awesome powerups we've seen in other recent Mario games. In conclusion, New Super Mario Bros. 2 is a good platformer at heart, but ultimately fails to bring anything new to the table, and feels like a watered-down version of New Super Mario Bros. Wii.… Expand
  52. MaxiRE123
    Dec 11, 2016
    7
    This is pretty like any other New super marios bros in the series. Same worlds design, same story, same ways to reach the Princess, with not much add to the gameplay.. Only this time we got WAY more coins on each levels, and the game want us to collect as many as possible because...? It's not even explain! Also, this is by far the easiest Mario game ever! The boss barely do anything, andThis is pretty like any other New super marios bros in the series. Same worlds design, same story, same ways to reach the Princess, with not much add to the gameplay.. Only this time we got WAY more coins on each levels, and the game want us to collect as many as possible because...? It's not even explain! Also, this is by far the easiest Mario game ever! The boss barely do anything, and are over within 10 seconds! I also got 100 lifes by the middle of World 3! In the end. It's still Mario, It's still fun. If you've never played Mario, start by this!… Expand
  53. notadrone523
    Oct 31, 2015
    7
    Easily the worst in the series. You just play through levels, some aren't actually that bad, but a lot aren't up to Nintendo's usual standards and have coins spammed everywhere. It's a bit like Mario Maker, really...
  54. Djungelorm
    Sep 27, 2016
    3
    This game is, put simply, the weakest entry in the Super Mario Bros series. The new 'gimmick' with this game is collecting large amounts of coins, which causes the inherent issue of gaining hundreds of lives very quickly, meaning that a game over is virtually impossible to get, especially considering that the levels are actually pretty easy compared to the other NSMB games. The gameThis game is, put simply, the weakest entry in the Super Mario Bros series. The new 'gimmick' with this game is collecting large amounts of coins, which causes the inherent issue of gaining hundreds of lives very quickly, meaning that a game over is virtually impossible to get, especially considering that the levels are actually pretty easy compared to the other NSMB games. The game originally challenges you to collect 1 million coins, but this is unlikely to be achieved during story mode, and as a result you will more than likely have to purchase paid DLC in order to do this. This supports the idea that this game was rushed in order to get more sales; ironic since this is what Mario will be doing in the game as well.
    The single player campaign is not massively long or difficult, and the game lacks replayability, and has no multiplayer modes like the minigames or Mario vs Luigi on NSMB DS.
    It isn't broken or unplayable in any way. It's just very lacking and not at all memorable, and I expect a lot better from a major Mario game.

    Rating: 3.4    … Expand
  55. Figster512
    Jan 20, 2018
    2
    This is probably my least favorite Mario game that I've played. The point of the game is to collect as many coins throughout the levels as possible, but that's just what ruins it. Not only does it get repetitive, and there are redundant new power ups that help you generate even more coins, but the game is so easy the point where it is not enjoyable. When you collect all those thousands ofThis is probably my least favorite Mario game that I've played. The point of the game is to collect as many coins throughout the levels as possible, but that's just what ruins it. Not only does it get repetitive, and there are redundant new power ups that help you generate even more coins, but the game is so easy the point where it is not enjoyable. When you collect all those thousands of coins throughout the game, you also get lives and lives and more lives. I finished the game with about 300 lives without using any secrets or glitches. The graphics are good, but the soundtrack is just re-used from the 2009 Wii version. Don't buy this game unless you are new to gaming or you are under 8 years old. It is a waste of money and you can't lose - which sort of contradicts the point of a game.… Expand
  56. GamecubeLover
    Jul 21, 2016
    7
    This one feels the same as the ds one but little bit more this version lacks a lot but still is good but I can't bare the mistakes it has to offer. This game didn't need a rehash. The 3rd one should of.
  57. shootinstah
    Aug 14, 2017
    5
    It's Mario, alright, but it's extremely bland. If you've played NSMB1 or Wii, you'll get sick of this pretty quick. It's the same game but with a stupid coin gimmick. Basically, you just want to collect as many coins as possible, that's it. Also, raccoon leaf is back. That's all they really add aside from the gold flower or whatever and some other weird coin earning add-ons. Also, you knowIt's Mario, alright, but it's extremely bland. If you've played NSMB1 or Wii, you'll get sick of this pretty quick. It's the same game but with a stupid coin gimmick. Basically, you just want to collect as many coins as possible, that's it. Also, raccoon leaf is back. That's all they really add aside from the gold flower or whatever and some other weird coin earning add-ons. Also, you know how collecting 100 coins in a Mario game earns you an extra life and how the game stayed balanced because you would get that bonus and die in return a few times? Well, 100 coins still does this in this game, so guess what, you'll be getting the max amount of lives fast. This would've been fine if the game was challenging at all, but it really isn't. You'll barely die. The games assets and environments go through the lame motions the past two games did, grass world, desert world, beach world, snow world, jungle world, whatever, it's the same garbage each time, and no original music is provided either, it's all from NSMBWii. It's incredibly lazy, all the bosses are shockingly, the Koopalings and Reznors from SMW and nothing new like Yoshi's Island or Galaxy. The whole thing is so run of the mill and lazy I really can't recommend it. I'm happy Mario is straying away from this in the newest game, finally, but even if you don't mind this and enjoy the NSMB games, this won't interest you much. There's three secret worlds, dragging the experience even further on. Only play this if you have just run out of games to play, honestly.… Expand
  58. RedWario
    Nov 1, 2017
    4
    While the game play is admittedly kinda fun and the coin rush mode is as well, none of that can hinder the true soullessness and eventual boredom this game has making, it the worst main Mario game ever made.
  59. Sausage22
    Nov 7, 2017
    7
    It's an okey game. But it really lacks soul. The level design isn't the best and it's just really another new super mario bros game. But it's still a Mario game, if you really want you can play it and have fun. But it won't change anything.
  60. joehi1
    Dec 12, 2017
    7
    New Super Mario Bros 2 is a solid entry in the Mario franchise that feels a bit too much like an easier version of its predecessor. New Super Mario Bros was by no means a difficult game, it was a proper difficulty, and if anything it should have been a bit more difficult. That being said New Super Mario Bros 2 seems to water down the gameplay of the first one a bit while creating new levelNew Super Mario Bros 2 is a solid entry in the Mario franchise that feels a bit too much like an easier version of its predecessor. New Super Mario Bros was by no means a difficult game, it was a proper difficulty, and if anything it should have been a bit more difficult. That being said New Super Mario Bros 2 seems to water down the gameplay of the first one a bit while creating new level designs using the levels of its predecessor as templates. While this isn't necessarily a bad thing New Super Mario Bros 2 feels more like New Super Mario Bros +. The game is still good and the visuals and sound hold up great on the 3DS, but to call this a great sequel is definitely a stretch. New Super Mario Bros 2 stays true to the Mario formula, and if you liked New Super Mario Bros and wished it was easier you're going to really enjoy New Super Mario Bros 2, for fans hoping for a Mario title similar to the classics, search elsewhere.

    Cons
    Game is much easier than most Mario titles
    Level designs feel too similar to New Super Mario Bros
    Not enough new content to justify a brand new game    … Expand
  61. Naruto78909
    Mar 30, 2018
    6
    This game is very dissapointing this game is bascally a more barebones version of mario bros 3 and is so easy but the gameplay is still the same as the ds one but it needs less coins
  62. IndieCrit
    Mar 30, 2018
    1
    BURN IT WITH FIRE! This game is awful. Dull, uninteresting graphics just add to this bland, surprisingly boring adventure featuring the worst Mario platformer yet! I'm sorry I'm so harsh, but I'm just disappointed. This game could have done much more with the coin concept then just giving you so many lives that your cat could beat it.
  63. Sebascr12
    Jul 3, 2018
    6
    The game is fun, yes but is another New super Mario Bros, this game have a new things like the coins goal or new "power up" but in the game desing this mario have not personality, comparte to the Mario saga is fun yes. But in the standards of Nintendo is very generic.
  64. Meta1234
    Apr 20, 2018
    3
    Enjoyable but nothing new. Same old formula.

    And wow look it's the old rhino-style mini-boss. I command the nostalgia effect noooooww!

    Not just once but multiple times! Multiple nostalgia rhino mini bosses!

    Buy buy... cling... clang... Nintendo money.

    3 out of 10, cannot go higher.
  65. mrcnx
    May 6, 2018
    6
    Okay i like this game but there are some flaws too easy TERRIBLE resolution and feels like a let down compared to NSMB wii. Good level design tho
  66. TeaFan556
    Dec 21, 2021
    7
    [RU]
    Ну типо, просто хорошая часть с Марио. Не сильно цепляет, но в свободное время можно и позалипать
  67. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 25, 2021
    7
    It's the other two but they gave you a lotta coins which makes you never lose
  68. Shunior
    Apr 4, 2022
    4
    Es casi un mod de New Mario Bros DS (creo que Nintendo creo al Mario Maker cuando desarolló esa serie). Si te has juagado cualquiera NEW Mario Bros (DS, Wii, 3DS Wii U, Swicth) no hace falta jugar otro, son literalmente lo mismo. Si juegas Mario Bros 1, Mario Bros 3 y Mario World veras que son juegos muy distintos en mecanicas, fisicas estetica, porpuestas, pero aqui no, la serie new esEs casi un mod de New Mario Bros DS (creo que Nintendo creo al Mario Maker cuando desarolló esa serie). Si te has juagado cualquiera NEW Mario Bros (DS, Wii, 3DS Wii U, Swicth) no hace falta jugar otro, son literalmente lo mismo. Si juegas Mario Bros 1, Mario Bros 3 y Mario World veras que son juegos muy distintos en mecanicas, fisicas estetica, porpuestas, pero aqui no, la serie new es siempre la misma wea.… Expand
  69. Megataco2017
    Aug 28, 2023
    8
    Pretty solid 2D Super Mario game for the 3ds...............................
  70. skeith
    Oct 24, 2019
    6
    If you have 3DS/2DS, and wondering if you should get this or Super Mario 3D Land, definitely get Super Mario 3D Land. While this is not a bad game, this game can only be mediocre at best. Still if you want some Mario platformer and have already finish 3D Land, this is not a bad choice, just very mediocre.
  71. weskergamer
    Apr 5, 2023
    5
    The same game all over again, but this time very easy and with no real reason why to play it since theentire purpose of this game is just collect coins. Very disappointing game
  72. robertoiglesias
    Sep 1, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. New Super Mario Bros. 2 may be the same as it predecessors, but it is quite creative and enjoyable to play. Fun levels, and some new worlds are featured here. It is a really fun game to play. I recommend this to Mario fans and newcomers. Yeah the coin gimmick can get annoying, and the level design is easy for the most part, but it's still a blast playing this.… Expand
  73. jsh710
    Dec 13, 2022
    10
    my best super mario ever. even than odyssey. every stage so special and excited. except only poor thing is boss battles.
  74. sitebender
    Jun 17, 2019
    10
    For anyone who felt the Mario series got stale, this coin mechanic and silly coin based power ups add a whole new dynamic and fun to a thirty year old series. Golden enemies that leave coin trails, a block head power up that gives you coins depending on your speed, a golden flower. There's a lot of enjoyment here with fun level design as always.
  75. Mahmus
    Oct 26, 2020
    6
    While not technically bad by any means, its just more of the same, and the coin gimmick doesn't really change anything.
  76. Davihein
    Sep 8, 2019
    9
    New Super Mario Brother 2 auf dem Nintendo 3DS war mein allererstes Videospiel und hat mir viel Spaß gemacht. Bis auf die Platte Story ist es ein rundum Gutes Spiel in guter Grafik und abwechslungsreichen Levels.
  77. Bernyz
    Sep 20, 2019
    8
    Es un poco fácil, pero es muy entretenido y con el plus de obtener todas las monedas posibles
  78. Janek1907
    Dec 27, 2019
    6
    Definitely the worst New Super Mario bros. I don’t want to say that the game is bad, because it isn’t, but it isn’t the typical WOW Nintendo game.
  79. GameBoy66
    Feb 11, 2020
    5
    This game is so bland and oversaturated that it makes the game worse when it's the THIRD "NEW" GAME. It has a meh gimmick and the stages are boring. It does have pretty-good graphics and ok stage design. I much rather play the original "new" game and that game is over 13-years-old. That's sad...
  80. stangna
    Feb 12, 2020
    10
    Juego entretenido, cumple con los graficos de la consola, buena movilidad en el control, excelente sonido, Lo unico me fueran gustado mas mundos.
  81. CabbageMetal
    Apr 6, 2020
    5
    I love me some Mario. This however, felt like a boring slog from the moment I entered world 2 and thought, "oh... So it's just more of that huh...?". Unless you have a ridiculously high need to pick up coins, this is the most "meh" 2D Mario in existence. Very much recommend a pass.
  82. TealGolemGaming
    Apr 17, 2020
    10
    This game is by far the best in the New Super Mario Bros. Series. First of all, it brought the Tanooki leaf from Super Mario Bros. 3 back to a 2D platformer and created a new variant, the Golden Tanooki leaf. Second, the gimmick of collecting coins in this game is way more out of the box than other plattformers out there. Thirdly, the aforementioned coins, to quote YouTube personalityThis game is by far the best in the New Super Mario Bros. Series. First of all, it brought the Tanooki leaf from Super Mario Bros. 3 back to a 2D platformer and created a new variant, the Golden Tanooki leaf. Second, the gimmick of collecting coins in this game is way more out of the box than other plattformers out there. Thirdly, the aforementioned coins, to quote YouTube personality Scott The Woz, are "...really satisfying to collect in this game." The final thing I have to say about this game is that the rewards for getting 1,000,000 and 9,999,999 coins are not worth it, but the DLC levels are fun. fun fact if you bring a gold flower to 1-2 you can get 1,200+ coins in the level without dying.… Expand
  83. N1Vee
    Jun 1, 2020
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game is for sure the worst "New" title. It's like they took every improvement made in the Wii title from the first "New" game for the DS away, and added filling content so it would sell better. The coin system is also just for marketing but plays really bad. Half of the game is just for collecting coins, and there's nothing new in the game itself except that. Of course, we got the raccoon back from SMB3, but other than the fire flower (or that bigger radius gold flower) there aren't any interesting items at all, which is weak for a game like this. What annoyed me the most, was definitely the usage of the mini-shroom. They used it badly in the first game. Fixed it in the Wii title, and then went back to the stupid old ways again by requiring to take that shroom from another level or a toad house, into one level to get a starcoin or a secret exit. This even happens with the raccoon-leaf! No for real, items as well as the new "coin system" really disappoint in this game. And if that wasn't enough we got more boring and way to easy koopaling fights, as well as boring fights again the new bosses (which I don't know the name of right now) that are way to similar. They don't get harder at all. The music is just stolen from the Wii title, and you can't even rotate yourself midair anymore. Overworld is also pretty much a straight line, with again, music from the Wii-title but at least they did well with level designing and dlcs.… Expand
  84. DairHat
    Jun 21, 2020
    10
    It's just fun Mario goodness, while it may not have much challenge in the main game, the DLCs are challenging, the level design are well made, the game looks vibrant and colorful, the music is very lively, simply a must play underrated game.
  85. Tsunowa
    Sep 30, 2020
    8
    Fun adventure of Mario Bros, I only miss more complicated Boss, but really enjoyed and played the extra worlds.
  86. sacrificeyoshis
    Sep 5, 2020
    7
    This game is just as good as the first game in this series! But not innovative enough! 3D land invented traditional (linear) Mario games in 3D! The original Mario invented 2D platformers, Mario 64 invented 3D platformers!

    Positives: This game contains tons of bonus world's and optional challenges to unlock, which is a nice optional things for completionist (like me)! This game however    This game is just as good as the first game in this series! But not innovative enough! 3D land invented traditional (linear) Mario games in 3D! The original Mario invented 2D platformers, Mario 64 invented 3D platformers!

    Positives:
    This game contains tons of bonus world's and optional challenges to unlock, which is a nice optional things for completionist (like me)! This game however isn't innovative as the previous New Super Mario Bros (NSMB) game but it isn't bad on its own, there are lots of secrets to find and everything you expect from a normal Mario game! The multiplayer works very well though it's 2 player only! I also love the collect as many coins as you can concept! It is really neat! There's even a coin rush mode that is well implemented into this game! This is a neat game. The DLC for this game is AWESOME! Giving good players harder content is always welcome! I remember having fun racing my friends in the hard levels of the DLC! It is an AWESOME game, but releasing it at the wrong time brings it to the negatives.

    Negatives:
    The game's music, world map, backgrounds and a lot more things feels like it's ripped from the original NSMB and barely remixed/edited. It just felt the same and it's bad/not innovative/uninspired! Another problem I have is that the world theme is tied to level themes! This means if I'm at a desert world, every level will be desert themed! All the themes are the same because there's really not too much new themes in this NSMB game! Unlike 3D world/land we saw many new gameplay mechanics and new themes which makes the game fresh again! Speaking of gameplay mechanics, it's literally the SAME as previous games, nothing "new". there's only a few enemies that is new but only featured in a couple of levels and then abandoned, I didn't really like the golden fire flower power up, it's not that exciting! The level design lacks imaginations, you don't really get excited for the next level because you know it's know it's pretty much going to be the same as the one you're currently on. Didn't implement the 3D for the 3DS very well. It was also released at the wrong time, because at the time NSMB for the Wii U came out like 6 months later, people were confused on which one to buy or to waste their money on both.

    Overall:
    The game itself is a: 100/100
    Compared to other games at the time: it's around 70/100 sitting at a between B and C tier
    Compared to other games now: 2/100 because Mario Maker 2 is out so there's no reason to buy this game anymore! If you really want to, just get an emulator and get the ROM for free! So AVOID this game!    … Expand
  87. Superfreek
    Sep 19, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I like money!!!! AND Mario in this Game too. It’s good that The coin has in one game more priority… Expand
  88. AbeFiletti
    Nov 28, 2020
    5
    New Super Mario Bros 2 is exactly what we have seen before. This was the third time they had copy and pasted the so called ''New'' series. This series should have ended at Wii, or they could have taken time to make a new and original game. No, that is definitely not what we got. This game is just so forgettable! Everything about it is forgettable from the levels, bosses, enemies, powerups,New Super Mario Bros 2 is exactly what we have seen before. This was the third time they had copy and pasted the so called ''New'' series. This series should have ended at Wii, or they could have taken time to make a new and original game. No, that is definitely not what we got. This game is just so forgettable! Everything about it is forgettable from the levels, bosses, enemies, powerups, everything. Now this is still a fun game, but it is the same game as the DS and Wii entry. I prefer this over U though, but that is a different story for a different review. The only thing this game ads is the coin gimmick, which makes an all ready easy game to one of the easiest games ever! I don't mind easy games and I don't really mind it here but still. This is not worth the original price. In fact I would say this is a 5 to 10 dollar game. I give New Super Mario Bros 2 a 5.5/10 and a very low C-.… Expand
  89. hector_bcn98
    Nov 4, 2022
    7
    Creo que ni yo ni nadie entendió por qué lo de la sobreexplotación de las monedas. No se siente como un juego de Mario original sino como un fanmade.
  90. assassinader200
    Mar 8, 2021
    9
    "New Super Mario Bros 2" es la secuela, por decirlo de alguna forma de "New Super Mario Bros (2006)" y esto es así porque es prácticamente el mismo formato de juego. Un plataformero clásico e indudablemente divertido, apto para jugadores de "todas las edades". Y es que una vez jugado a la primera entrega para Nintendo DS podemos decir que es el mismo juego, ya que los mundos en los que nos"New Super Mario Bros 2" es la secuela, por decirlo de alguna forma de "New Super Mario Bros (2006)" y esto es así porque es prácticamente el mismo formato de juego. Un plataformero clásico e indudablemente divertido, apto para jugadores de "todas las edades". Y es que una vez jugado a la primera entrega para Nintendo DS podemos decir que es el mismo juego, ya que los mundos en los que nos sumergimos son temáticamente idénticos (Mundo 1- Reino Champiñón, Mundo 2- Desierto...). Obviamente el cambio gráfico y técnico es evidente, además de añadir un "ítem" que estará muy presente en prácticamente todos los niveles jugables. Me refiero a la "hoja tanooki", que con ella, Mario se transforma en ese animal (mejor dicho se disfraza), dándole un aspecto muy chulo
    y dándonos la oportunidad de planear (como Yoshi), alargando así el salto y también de poder volar por ciertos segundos (eso si, una vez esté cargado el limitador de velocidad). Otro elemento que va a estar muy presente es la cantidad enorme de monedas que nos encontraremos en los niveles, llenándolos así de mas color (dorado) y "vida" (aunque las monedas no estén vivas), y es que con ver simplemente la portada de este juego ya sabemos que este elemento es icónico en esta entrega.
    La trama, por otro lado, es icónica, muy típica; rescatar a la princesa Peach de las manos de Bowser y en esta entrega de los Koopalings, temibles esbirros o parientes de Browser. Estos últimos serán los jefes finales de cada mundo y Bowsy (Bowser Jr.) será reemplazado por una especie de dinosaurios en las torres de cada mundo. Lo cierto es que esta entrega empeora en cuanto a esto último, haciendo los encuentros con los jefes bastante fáciles, restándole algo de originalidad al juego y algo de dificultad necesaria para hacer de los encuentros o combates un reto.
    En definitiva, es un juego que renueva o refresca la fórmula clásica de Super Mario; un juego bastante divertido, inocente y original, con una banda sonora algo renovada y que sigue manteniendo un clasicismo inigualable.    … Expand
  91. clickbaiter247
    Jan 29, 2021
    7
    The game is really just ok. This one is the least unique in the New series, a lot of the music is pretty much reused. Also, some of the star coins/ secret exits suck to find and it is really generic. But this is really fun with the coin collecting, looking for coins is actually fun this time, and I had fun trying to 100% this game. Worth a buy for the 3ds
  92. Ayt3
    Dec 27, 2020
    6
    This game is too generic. The mechanics are all right, the graphics are fine, the 3D effect is fine but unnecessary, and the main feature of lots of coins makes the game ungodly easy. It’s more Mario, and if you like that, then get this, but almost every single other Mario game gives you more reasons to play than this one.
  93. zaratti
    Aug 19, 2023
    8
    I think this is a great game overall. The platforming is smooth and fun, the level design is engaging and the visuals are also nice. My main issue with this game, however, is the boss fights. The mid-bosses are all the same in each world, which was very disappointing to me. The variety of bosses in NSMB on the DS was sorely missed by me in this one. You also can't play as Luigi right away,I think this is a great game overall. The platforming is smooth and fun, the level design is engaging and the visuals are also nice. My main issue with this game, however, is the boss fights. The mid-bosses are all the same in each world, which was very disappointing to me. The variety of bosses in NSMB on the DS was sorely missed by me in this one. You also can't play as Luigi right away, you have to beat the game first. What's up with that Nintendo?… Expand
  94. BeeSting1
    Nov 26, 2021
    5
    Every game that has me collecting things, NEEDS to also give me a good reason to collect it. A work and reward system. I collect machine parts in Horizon Zero Dawn in order to craft better weapons. I collect herbs in Resident Evil 4 to fuse full heals. I collect coins in New Super Mario Bros 2 for...for what? For a higher number on the counter? Grabbing coins in a Mario game is of courseEvery game that has me collecting things, NEEDS to also give me a good reason to collect it. A work and reward system. I collect machine parts in Horizon Zero Dawn in order to craft better weapons. I collect herbs in Resident Evil 4 to fuse full heals. I collect coins in New Super Mario Bros 2 for...for what? For a higher number on the counter? Grabbing coins in a Mario game is of course nothing new, but this is the first one to put so much emphasis on it. Yet the game provided no strong incentive to do so. I could grab all the coins in a level, but did I get a special upgrade? A bonus level? Nothing. There are already star coins. What’s the point of putting so much focus on regular coins? There’s a mode called “coin rush” where players collect as many coins as possible in 3 levels, then have their high score put on a leaderboard. It also lazily reused levels from the single player mode. Why would I want to play through the exact same levels again? Repetitive. Boring. I personally don’t give two **** about a leaderboard in a Mario game, so coin rush felt like all work no reward for me.

    Aside from that, this game is virtually a carbon copy of New Super Mario Bros Wii. Same physics, same visuals, same upgrades, same everything except level layout. In world 6, there was a really cool level that I wish the devs would’ve used in other worlds. While I was platforming, the Koopa Clown Car would be in the background flashing its eyes every 5 seconds or so. If I was caught in the open, I’d be petrified. My goal was to scramble my way from one cover to the next. It was nice to experience something different for a change. I feel the devs are getting very lazy with the 2D Marios. I’m getting tired of the same enemies, same boss fights, the same obstacles, the same hub world, and the same DAMN blocks over and over. I know how the saying goes, if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it. But time is starting to really wear on this formula. Innovate Nintendo! I know you’re good at it, so do it.    … Expand
  95. IloveSuperMario
    Apr 22, 2021
    10
    The levels are unique and endearing, the controls are very good, the music is addictive and the game is beautiful. Perfect for travel as they are short levels. Really like the tanooki suit, the golden flower and insane amount of coins this game has.
  96. DistH
    Feb 28, 2021
    10
    New Super Mario Bros 2 is the Best Mario Game. it brings the Tanooki back and new Mario power up the Golden flower that is OP. and you can play as Luigi. Bowser final boss is Cool a shame that Sonic Lost world Copied the Boss. the music is Good. and Dry bowser returns!!!
  97. WashedPotatoes
    Jul 21, 2022
    6
    way too easy and im not a fan of the coin gimmick. the first game on the original ds is miles ahead
  98. Adxam
    Jun 24, 2021
    2
    This is my least favorite New Super Mario's Brothers game it has really bad overworld music, the game isn't pretty to look at, there's nothing new, and it's the easiest game in the series. Nothing interesting happens after 1-5 until the final castle when you fight the Koopalings and that's the only good part of the game.
  99. grimreapersims
    Jan 6, 2022
    7
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  100. ashmaster667
    Sep 19, 2021
    7
    New Super Mario Bros 2 is a solid, but somewhat lackluster entry into the 2D mario lineup. Being a Nintendo game, it is extremely polished. I encountered no bugs during my playthrough. Mario also controls well, none of his actions feel awkward (although all the actions Mario can do in this game are from previous games). The Super Leaf makes a nice return, it's integrated really well intoNew Super Mario Bros 2 is a solid, but somewhat lackluster entry into the 2D mario lineup. Being a Nintendo game, it is extremely polished. I encountered no bugs during my playthrough. Mario also controls well, none of his actions feel awkward (although all the actions Mario can do in this game are from previous games). The Super Leaf makes a nice return, it's integrated really well into the levels and shows up about as frequently as the fire flowers do. A white variant of the leaf is used when you die repeatedly, it makes you invincible, able to stand on water, and able to fly faster. This powerup is optional and only lasts for the level you get it, making it a nice boost for players that are less experienced with platformers. The final new powerup is the Gold Fire Flower, which lets Mario shoot gold fireballs that turns bricks into coins and empty any item blocks. This doesn't really feel like a powerup though, as it shows up once in a blue moon and also only lasts for the level you get it. It ties in to the game's theme of coins. The idea of "everything is coins" that the game pushes, while fun, does barely enough to make the game distinct. The main changes that add to this theme are coin roulette blocks, enemies dropping coins when killed by a fireball, and gold rings that make all enemies spew coins. The lackluster art style and world design don't help with making the game distinct either. Wile graphically it's a step up from NSM1, the art style doesn't change. It all feels like generic, inoffensive mario, and the only areas that touch creativity are the secret levels. The tower levels all have the same boring miniboss, triceratopses that scream and shoot fireballs. The koopalings come back as the bosses of each level, and the fights against them are alright, but not particularly memorable or difficult. The game's difficulty is made to appeal to all players. To get from one end of the level to the other is easy, but the game has plenty of opportunities for experienced players to use their skill with star coins and secret levels/exits. There are 2 secret worlds, and a star world to encourage you to collect star coins. I enjoyed all these secrets, and they add a lot of replay value to what would otherwise be a straight forward and somewhat easy game. On it's own, NSMB2 is a fun game, the level design is definitely on par, and I wouldn't call any of the levels boring. However, compared to the other recent mario games, it certainly blends in with the crowd, the volume of coins being the only thing that makes it distinct. I can understand why people wouldn't like it when it first release, as people were getting tired of NSM games with few artistic/mechanical changes. If you have a 3DS and are looking for a fun and polished platformer, this game is certainly top of the line, but in terms of the entire mario franchise, it's pretty mediocre.… Expand
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#15 Best 3DS Game of 2012
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#1 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2012
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#3 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2012

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 70 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 46 out of 70
  2. Mixed: 24 out of 70
  3. Negative: 0 out of 70
  1. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Oct 29, 2012
    70
    Long-lasting and entertaining Mario-platformer has got a new spirit thanks to coin collecting but its design is nothing to be proud of. [Oct 2012]
  2. Gamer.no
    Oct 27, 2012
    60
    New Super Mario Bros. 2 isn't really all that new anymore. What you get is basically the same game as the first one for the Nintendo DS, but with less engaging levels, fewer surprises in terms of power-ups and gameplay, and a boring gimmick set on capturing your inner kleptomaniac.
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  3. Pelit (Finland)
    Oct 14, 2012
    85
    New Super Mario Bros. 2's tricks may be old, but they are still some pretty darn good tricks. Length is one of the game's rare shortcomings. [Sept 2012]
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