New Super Mario Bros.

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  • Summary: The first new 2D Mario platformer since Super Mario World has arrived. Boasting "incredible" 3D graphics to accompany classic 2D gameplay, this fast-paced adventure will have Mario fans cheering as they make their way over fields, under water, through castles and into the air. New andThe first new 2D Mario platformer since Super Mario World has arrived. Boasting "incredible" 3D graphics to accompany classic 2D gameplay, this fast-paced adventure will have Mario fans cheering as they make their way over fields, under water, through castles and into the air. New and familiar enemies are everywhere, not to mention "mind-blowing" challenges made possible by the dual screens of the Nintendo DS. Not only that, but players can link wirelessly with a friend to play as both Mario and Luigi in multiplayer mode. [Nintendo]… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 62 out of 65
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 65
  3. Negative: 0 out of 65
  1. RewiredMind
    100
    As pure a game as you could ever wish to play. Adrenaline, frustration, addiction and the largest hunk of retro gaming pleasure that you could purchase. If you own a DS, and you don’t even give this a chance, you might as well get your consoles listed on eBay. Give up. Buy it. Now.
  2. IGN
    95
    Before New Super Mario Bros. entered my life, "Yoshi's Island" was, to me, the greatest platformer ever created. That title may now have to go to New Super Mario Bros.
  3. Gaming Target
    93
    Never slowing down, never faltering: New Super Mario Bros. redoes the past with new action and some new surprises, once more in retro-materialized gold. Whether you're from the old school or a student of the new school, you're going to love New Super Mario Bros. no matter what.
  4. Pelit (Finland)
    90
    Old school 2D works just as well as it did 15 years ago. The difficulty level is set too low, but even if you rush through the game, there is still loads to explore afterwards. [Aug 2006, p.50]
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  5. PALGN
    90
    Simply the best platformer to be released on any handheld.
  6. Digital Entertainment News
    84
    New Super Mario Bros. is a solid platformer and a nice homage to the Mario series, but it's not Mario's big return to 2D gameplay like everyone thought it would be.
  7. Computer Games Magazine
    60
    Nintendo sweetened the pot with what feel like dozens of mini-games, and you're liable to find two or three that can hold your attention. [Sept. 2006, p.81]
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 176 out of 215
  2. Mixed: 36 out of 215
  3. Negative: 3 out of 215
  1. Jessica
    Sep 9, 2008
    10
    As the last game I played constantly before I bought my DS, this game truly made me one of the happiest people, period. It reminded me that As the last game I played constantly before I bought my DS, this game truly made me one of the happiest people, period. It reminded me that games could be interesting. The story remains the same, save Princess Peach from Bowser and Bowser Jr. Nintendo seems to make fun of itself by sending you through about 20 castles to eventually save her and at the end of the credits, hint at a new game. Nintendo adds Star Coins which unlock special items, extra lives and eventually new skins for the menu screen. Overall, amazing game!… Expand
  2. Natanoksi
    Aug 28, 2023
    10
    This is one of the best games on the DS system no joke. This game has such cool bosses comapred to the basic ass koopalings thay ate used inThis is one of the best games on the DS system no joke. This game has such cool bosses comapred to the basic ass koopalings thay ate used in every game after Super Mario World. Easy 10/10 becuase thos game introdiced 2 of the greatest power ups ever to exist.… Expand
  4. evanbiddulph
    Jan 4, 2011
    10
    I love this game - especially the wireless multiplayer! My brother and I laugh so hard because it is so good - the BEST multiplayer I haveI love this game - especially the wireless multiplayer! My brother and I laugh so hard because it is so good - the BEST multiplayer I have ever played!

    Here's my Top 50 games of all time:

    The Legend of Zelda a Link to the Past
    Super Metroid
    The Legend of Zelda
    Metroid Prime (Trilogy)
    Banjo-Kazooie
    Resident Evil 4
    Tetris DS
    Words with Friends (Scrabble)
    Super Mario Galaxy
    Mike Tysonâ    … Expand
  5. ItsDaDoc
    Dec 6, 2020
    9
    A great return to the classics with interesting new powerups and an intriguing level design that makes for a fun end enjoyable game all theA great return to the classics with interesting new powerups and an intriguing level design that makes for a fun end enjoyable game all the way through. The multiplayer is fantastic, and the minigames are fun and addicting. Definitely the best of all of the New Super Mario Bros. games.… Expand
  6. spongeswift
    Mar 24, 2017
    8
    New Super Mario Bros. took Mario to a new level. With the great graphics and fresh but classic mechanics this game really did have somethingNew Super Mario Bros. took Mario to a new level. With the great graphics and fresh but classic mechanics this game really did have something for everyone. The boss battle may not have been amazing but overall it is a great game… Expand
  7. Shunior
    Apr 4, 2022
    8
    Después de casi 10 anõs sin una entrega 2D Mario vuelve en ese juegazo para la DS! Fue tan bueno que Nintendo hasta el dia de hoy sigueDespués de casi 10 anõs sin una entrega 2D Mario vuelve en ese juegazo para la DS! Fue tan bueno que Nintendo hasta el dia de hoy sigue vendiendo mods de ese juego a 60 pavos, pero bueno una cosa no tiene que ver con la otra. Ese juego, el primero, si que estaba genial y era muy fresco en su momento.… Expand
  8. eton_gameer
    Aug 5, 2023
    0
    best 2d mario game around‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎ ‎

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#1 Best DS Game of 2006
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#1 Most Discussed DS Game of 2006
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#1 Most Shared DS Game of 2006