New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe

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  1. Daviswag
    Jan 12, 2019
    8
    I have played the original version of this game on the Wii U and enjoyed it then. And playing it again years later is still fun. If you owned just New Super Mario Bros U and not the Luigi one, this is worth it for you but double dipping in this game is worth it for me. There are other platformers that are more worth it like Celeste and Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze but this isI have played the original version of this game on the Wii U and enjoyed it then. And playing it again years later is still fun. If you owned just New Super Mario Bros U and not the Luigi one, this is worth it for you but double dipping in this game is worth it for me. There are other platformers that are more worth it like Celeste and Donkey Kong Country Tropical Freeze but this is still a casual experience but rewards veterans of the series like myself. I would say its worth it for people that didn't get the original and somewhat worth it if you already owned it.… Expand
  2. QuacksonjaMeme
    Jan 11, 2019
    8
    New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe is a most have for all those who skipped the Wii U version. Played it with my friends. This game is one of the best 2D platformers for Nintendo Switch. RIP Bowsette.

    8/10
  3. SpagettiGamer
    Jan 21, 2019
    8
    Let me just say, this game is a blast and a half. I haven’t beaten the game in a while, but I played it again today and just wanted to write a positive review on it.

    I really like the level design a lot. Complain all you want about it being too linear, but it’s a 2D platformer. There’s not really a way to make it NOT linear. Platforming is what Mario is all about, and these levels make    Let me just say, this game is a blast and a half. I haven’t beaten the game in a while, but I played it again today and just wanted to write a positive review on it.

    I really like the level design a lot. Complain all you want about it being too linear, but it’s a 2D platformer. There’s not really a way to make it NOT linear. Platforming is what Mario is all about, and these levels make the platforming the most fun I’ve played in a long time. The levels are crafted in a way that makes it not too easy, but not frustratingly difficult either. The Star Coins are all hiding or require skilled jumps to reach. The water levels are Hitler’s favorite.

    The multiplayer is so much fun in this game. You can work cooperatively with your friends to complete levels easier or make it five times harder by fighting your friends all the way to the finish to see who can finish the game with the most lives. It’s just such a blast to play this game with your friends.

    The brand new HD graphics are absolutely splendid. 2D Mario has never looked this good before. Some of the levels just look so amazing. The first underground level with the crystal moving blocks just couldn’t have possibly looked any better, the water levels that aren’t actually underwater are some of the most beautiful Mario levels I’ve ever seen, that one level that’s a painting, this list goes on and on. Sure it’s nothing in comparison to Mario Kart 8, but is great nonetheless.

    Mario’s controls could use some improving, but are still excellent. The New Super Mario games made the controls feel exactly how you would expect the godsend that are Mario’s 3D to feel in 2D. The triple jump is so nice to land trying to get that flagpole 1-UP and I can barely even remember 2D Mario without the ground pound. When using a Wii Remote I don’t have to hit all the buttons on the controller if I forgot a button because everything just makes sense. I love moving around in this game.

    There aren’t many new power ups, but the power ups we do have are some pretty great stuff. In Super Mario Galaxy they absolutely butchered the Fire Flower making it a timed power up, so I’m glad to say that it’s back in action, killing Koopas better than ever. The Ice Flower is a great alternative that doesn’t instantly kill the enemy, but can kill those pesky Dry Bones you might be having trouble with. The brand new Acorn power up gives you the ability to transform into Flying Squirrel Mario. It gives you the ability to glide and do a huge second jump. Oh yeah, it can also cling to walls for a short period of time. There’s also the penguin power up, which is just the Ice Flower but you can slide on your stomach.

    The story is nothing much, as the tradition goes with Mario games, but it has more depth than the rest of the 2D Mario games. Once again Bowser kidnaps Princess Peach, but this time Bowser takes over Peach’s Castle and sends Mario flying all the way to Peach’s Castle to save her. Over time Kamek enshrouds the castle with fog, and it is cover in a tornado of fog by the time you get there. When you go into the fog the water surrounding the castle is now lava and the music is a remixed Peach’s Castle Theme from Mario 64 which is a nice touch. The bosses are the Koopalings once again and are set up in the same order as Super Mario Bros 3, Boom Boom and all. It even plays a remix of the Fortress Battle Theme from Mario 3.

    I know what you’re thinking. “If you liked the game so much, why did you give it an 8 instead of a 10?” Well, there are still things I dislike about it. World 1 is just full of boring grass levels that look the same, it has the same style as the last three 2D Marios (albeit with HD graphics this time), it has the same bubbly music, a similar lackluster story, and only brought a small amount of new content from the Wii Mario. I really wish this wasn’t the case because I like this game so much, but sadly, it was. This game could’ve improved so much if it had some new style, but otherwise it’s still a great game and you should definitely give it a shot if you enjoy 2D platformers.    … Expand
  4. ianfinite
    Jan 30, 2019
    8
    I was honestly expecting a literal NEW Super Mario Bros. for the Switch, but I guess this will do. I haven't finished the Wii U version so I thought I might as well buy this game, plus it's a standard Mario game I can play while on the toilet taking a dump. I can see why the price is high and why they ported this game, many people think the game isn't worth 60$ but they don't understandI was honestly expecting a literal NEW Super Mario Bros. for the Switch, but I guess this will do. I haven't finished the Wii U version so I thought I might as well buy this game, plus it's a standard Mario game I can play while on the toilet taking a dump. I can see why the price is high and why they ported this game, many people think the game isn't worth 60$ but they don't understand it's a two in one deluxe port, New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, and New Super Luigi U. They ported this game because it is very underrated and deserves more attention and it did so. It's a great game for the family! It's one of my favorite 2D linear platform games, but I'm not a big fan of linear games, I'd rather explore a 3D world like Mario Odyssey. Also, the title for this game sucks, but it's funny, my friend and I always make jokes about it. Another complaint is that even though you have Mario, Luigi, and Yellow Toad with a pallet swap with Blue Toad, there are also Toadette and Nabbit which makes the game easier and unfair for the people playing, because you can't do normal difficulty with 4 people because only one person can be Toad with a choice of any color along with Mario and Luigi but that last person gets the unlucky pick with being an "easier" character.… Expand
  5. BrettSiebenhaar
    Jan 11, 2019
    8
    What can I say, if you played the Wii U version, than you know what this is all about. I have played it on the Wii U and I played about 5 hours of it today on the Switch. Same game, but still fun for the most part. Some levels are easy and some levels are challenging especially if you try to collect the 3 big coins. I do kind of wish the 2D Mario games would disappear, but I am aWhat can I say, if you played the Wii U version, than you know what this is all about. I have played it on the Wii U and I played about 5 hours of it today on the Switch. Same game, but still fun for the most part. Some levels are easy and some levels are challenging especially if you try to collect the 3 big coins. I do kind of wish the 2D Mario games would disappear, but I am a sucker for Mario, so I had to get it again. I cannot justify the $60 price tag. This game should've been $40 since it is pretty much a port of a 7 year old game. The challenges are probably the best part of the game (speed run, coin collector, etc.). If you love Mario and are a fan of side scrollers, and if you never played it on the Wii U, then play this game. If you have already played it and aren't a fan of Mario and side scrollers, then skip it. Simple enough.… Expand
  6. minzy
    Jan 19, 2019
    8
    I play this game with my 7 yr old son as mulitplayer, we never had Wii U so its all pretty much new to us.
    I can see why and understand why people wouldnt want this if they already had similar game before.
    I always think nintendo switch games are over priced, if it wasnt for my son i would'ave waited until it got bit cheaper. On difficult levels i noticed you get a green exclamation    I play this game with my 7 yr old son as mulitplayer, we never had Wii U so its all pretty much new to us.
    I can see why and understand why people wouldnt want this if they already had similar game before.
    I always think nintendo switch games are over priced, if it wasnt for my son i would'ave waited until it got bit cheaper.
    On difficult levels i noticed you get a green exclamation mark, where luigi will show u how to finish the level and at the end, u can choose to proceed to next level without finishing it yourself or you can retry to do it again.    … Expand
  7. epiccrossover
    Jan 23, 2019
    10
    I speedrunned this on my YouTube channel. I enjoyed every single minute of it. I'm so glad that they kept everything from the original. The controls are amazing and definitely the best 2D controls of the New Series. I'm glad you can finally start the game with Nabbit, which makes it much easier to speedrun. Best 2D game of all time, for me that is. Thank you, Nintendo.
  8. chuydavid
    Jan 11, 2019
    10
    It's a wonderful option if you didn't play this game before. Great platformer, lots of secrets, different environments, great for multiplayer because it's really fun.
  9. aris4me
    Jan 11, 2019
    10
    It is a clear 10/10 game. Lets be honest players did not have the chance to play it on Wii U, and man... on switch playing it anywhere is really lovable! Great 2d Mario, great instant buy
  10. SmileyFace123
    Sep 1, 2019
    8
    This was one of the few WiiU titles I did not play and I have to say that I enjoyed it, it does not have anything mindblowing or spectacular but it's enjoyable. Sometimes that's all I really need to enjoy a game.
  11. Digibutter64
    Jan 13, 2019
    8
    This is another Switch port of a Wii U game (I do hope that this is the last one, as it's getting a bit excessive in my opinion). Thankfully, it's also another port of a good game.

    New Super Mario Bros. U remains a great platformer, and this "deluxe" release re-affirms that. This version includes the New Super Luigi U DLC, as well as new playable character Toadette. The new Super Crown    This is another Switch port of a Wii U game (I do hope that this is the last one, as it's getting a bit excessive in my opinion). Thankfully, it's also another port of a good game.

    New Super Mario Bros. U remains a great platformer, and this "deluxe" release re-affirms that. This version includes the New Super Luigi U DLC, as well as new playable character Toadette. The new Super Crown power-up can be exclusively used on her, transforming her into "Peachette", who can float, use an extra midair jump, and more.

    Both Toadette and Nabbit (the latter also being playable in the New Super Mario Bros. U story mode levels for the first time) seem to be aimed at new players. Nabbit in particular doesn't take damage from enemies and is only knocked back by stronger ones.

    The extras (where Miis are playable) are nice if you're looking for something different from the main story.

    New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe is not the best Switch platformer, but it's still great and some fun can be had. If you haven't got the original, it's great value for money.

    ...I just hope that there won't be any more Wii U games ported to Switch. The ones I've played are fun, but more new ideas would be beneficial.    … Expand
  12. kazuki1866
    Jan 14, 2019
    9
    Este juego es excelente, quien dice lo contrario perdio la magia de jugar videojuegos o ni siquiera lo ha jugado, es muy entrenido y pienso que a todos los que como yo no compraron la Wii U deben darnos la oportunidad de jugar todos los grandes lanzamientos de esa consola que nunca me acabo de convencer. El proximo que espero es Super Mario 3D World.
  13. imoviesreview
    Jan 30, 2019
    8
    While 60$ might turn you away, the game is a blast to play. The controls are tight, the level design is great, and the inclusion of Super Luigi U is a nice bonus. I say it easily worth it's 60$.
  14. vodkaffee
    Nov 15, 2019
    10
    My favorite 2d Mario as of this moment, i have played hundreds of hours on wii u and switch, i really don't understand why this has a score so negative, the reviews say the game is "boring" mostly is the word i have been seen repeating and i assume are trolls, because most of them say things that are not real, like the game being "open world", what are you talking about ¿?.
  15. Megacritic_Man
    Apr 7, 2019
    10
    A masterpiece! A beautiful remastered version of a game from the mediocre WiiU console. Now you can enjoy the fun anywhere you please playing as Mario, Luigi, Toad, Toaddete, and Nabbit. I highly suggest this game to everyone who has a Nintendo Switch and I also would say this is a great birthday present for your family member who has a Nintendo Switch. The price May be too high butA masterpiece! A beautiful remastered version of a game from the mediocre WiiU console. Now you can enjoy the fun anywhere you please playing as Mario, Luigi, Toad, Toaddete, and Nabbit. I highly suggest this game to everyone who has a Nintendo Switch and I also would say this is a great birthday present for your family member who has a Nintendo Switch. The price May be too high but totally worth it!… Expand
  16. BigBoater
    Feb 7, 2019
    8
    TLDR; This is a Mario game and I'm a sucker for Mario. If you have kids this is a great buy. If you are looking for nostalgia its a great buy. Looking for more after Mario Odyssey.... keep waiting

    Full Review; I like this game. Its a fun 2d Mario with some extras to make it relevant in this age. There are two new characters. Nabbit and Toadette. Nabbit is completely immune to enemies    TLDR; This is a Mario game and I'm a sucker for Mario. If you have kids this is a great buy. If you are looking for nostalgia its a great buy. Looking for more after Mario Odyssey.... keep waiting

    Full Review; I like this game. Its a fun 2d Mario with some extras to make it relevant in this age. There are two new characters. Nabbit and Toadette. Nabbit is completely immune to enemies and doesn't take power ups. This makes it a great character for a new gamer. Toadette is an "easier" character as she has a double jump to get her out of tricky situations. Think Girlfriend/Boyfriend who isn't good at video games. These twists make it an enjoyable 2D Mario Experience. One final note. Luigi mode. This is a more advanced cut throat mode for super skilled players. Levels are the same but time is shorten and coins are in different areas. It gives the game.... a little spice. A spicy meatball

    #JonTonReview    … Expand
  17. DrLightning
    Jan 31, 2019
    8
    the game is cute as hell and pretty fun. It was about time we got a sidescroller Mario game on the switch even if its just a Wii u port.
  18. Nanassang
    Nov 2, 2021
    9
    As a Super Mario 2D platformer fans, i REALLY like this game. To get 3 star is quite challenging, no regret purchasing this game.
  19. saplign
    Feb 3, 2023
    8
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  20. MazinroboX2
    Jan 13, 2019
    8
    New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe is a quite decent game with a good amount of levels (more than 160) that have good designs, and a lot of secrets to be found. However, it's a port of a game that didn't innovate much when it was released in Wii U a few years ago, and it doesn't include enough changes to deserve the name "Deluxe". The best thing about the game is that it includes the levelsNew Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe is a quite decent game with a good amount of levels (more than 160) that have good designs, and a lot of secrets to be found. However, it's a port of a game that didn't innovate much when it was released in Wii U a few years ago, and it doesn't include enough changes to deserve the name "Deluxe". The best thing about the game is that it includes the levels from New Super Luigi U, which is an amazing game, quite challenging and with very fast-paced and well-made levels. But again, you could already get the Wii U version with it, and at a much lower price.

    Still, it's a good platform experience in a portable console; and quite recommended for those that didn't own a Wii U.    … Expand
  21. Skyguy258
    Jan 17, 2019
    10
    Ignore the "bad ratings". People are just complaining to complain.

    The game is perfectly fine, great side scroller and amazingly fun with Couch Co-Op up to 4 people.
  22. jeffbizloc
    Mar 5, 2019
    8
    Never had a Wii U so got a chance to play New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe on my Switch. Played coop with my wife on the Mario levels and solo on Luigi.

    Pros: - Classic 2D Mario with everything you'd expect - Includes both Mario and Luigi (DLC) levels - Luigi - had fun getting 3 coins on all levels and the shorter levels were interesting Cons: - Mario - the coop was frustrating    Never had a Wii U so got a chance to play New Super Mario Bros U Deluxe on my Switch. Played coop with my wife on the Mario levels and solo on Luigi.

    Pros:
    - Classic 2D Mario with everything you'd expect
    - Includes both Mario and Luigi (DLC) levels
    - Luigi - had fun getting 3 coins on all levels and the shorter levels were interesting

    Cons:
    - Mario - the coop was frustrating playing with a casual gamer, lots of deaths by coop
    - Didn't really make good use of powerups or add anything new gameplay wise
    - Ability to save only after beating a castle is dumb    … Expand
  23. Murphy155
    Jan 27, 2019
    10
    This is great, just like the other classic games in tradition, it is a good game for casual entertainment
  24. Ernest_Figueroa
    Jan 22, 2019
    10
    Un port Precioso, si NO te lo pillaste para la wii u esta vercion switch tienes que tenerla, si lo jugaste en wii u la misma switch te ofrece la opción portable que le agrega mucho esta vercion.
  25. greninjaX
    Feb 15, 2021
    8
    there's nothing actually wrong with the game it's self, people just didn't like it because it's too similar to the other new super Mario bros games. anyway, now it's on the switch, so the U no longer makes any sense
  26. Jaytamber77
    Jan 22, 2019
    10
    10/10

    Great game to smoke a blunt to a relax, chill man. Game gets the job done, its simple, fun, colorful. If you're gonna **** about buying it again, don't buy it again lol.
  27. F0XMaster
    Jul 7, 2019
    10
    This game is just beautiful. This game is great for people who never got the Wii U and have the Switch, but I had an amazing time playing it for a second game. They added Toadette and Nabit, and even combined New Super Luigi U with it.
  28. zshbr0
    Nov 18, 2019
    9
    Good game again Good game again Good game again Good game again Good game again
  29. Naraku
    Nov 19, 2019
    9
    Me entretiene mucho, me ecnató su multijugador y mantiene su dificultad como se esperaba, puedo jugarlo con personas adultas o niños pequeños hay un personaje para cada edad, creo que si tienes un switch este juego debe formar parte de tu repositorio de juegos.
  30. Abdulaziz1
    Nov 5, 2022
    9
    my first every Mario game therefore I don't care about re-used content. I give it 9
  31. Kacak321
    Apr 9, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Great game. A lot of fun.............................................................… Expand
  32. RayTeamStrategy
    Feb 2, 2020
    10
    Game is so fun and has exploration/mystery/discovery mechanic in the form of Star Coins. The graphics and sounds are so much better than the style that is in SMM2. it's like a pretty nice modern continuation of the games we've loved such as SMB3 and SMB2.

    I already cleared the game and I've cleared 4 of the Star Road levels already and I'm having fun every step of the way. There are a    Game is so fun and has exploration/mystery/discovery mechanic in the form of Star Coins. The graphics and sounds are so much better than the style that is in SMM2. it's like a pretty nice modern continuation of the games we've loved such as SMB3 and SMB2.

    I already cleared the game and I've cleared 4 of the Star Road levels already and I'm having fun every step of the way. There are a few frustrating parts that could have been improved here or there but for the most part it's been a spectacular adventure and I haven't even got to the bonus content yet! People recommended against this purchase but I have to tell you, they were so very wrong! I don't even think Odyssey will be as enjoyable as this game has already been. I'm definitely planning on getting Odyssey of course eventually. But my wallet needs more power.

    The game also improves my opinion of Bowser Junior. The guy is such a character and has been fun to watch on the screen. Also, I like this version of Toad that we get to play as. The Icy Flower is so much fun! I could go on and on about how much I like this game. They should continue making more 2D games. Great success.    … Expand
  33. AdamUlanAdam
    Feb 23, 2020
    10
    This game is wonderful (Bu oyun mükemmel kardeşim N-switch'in varsa yapıştır)
  34. HoeZet
    Jun 2, 2020
    8
    Is it a good game? - Of course; it is a Mario game. Nearly every Mario game is good. However, we cannot forget that this Mario game has few new things it has to offer. It has the same (level)design and music. After 4 games we, or at least me get tired of the same things that happen every year. We definetely expected a groundbreaking game for the switch but, instead of that, we got a portIs it a good game? - Of course; it is a Mario game. Nearly every Mario game is good. However, we cannot forget that this Mario game has few new things it has to offer. It has the same (level)design and music. After 4 games we, or at least me get tired of the same things that happen every year. We definetely expected a groundbreaking game for the switch but, instead of that, we got a port of a game on the WII U. I get it, The WII U didn't sold that well.

    Long story short: It is a good game. It is definetely your time if you're a Mario fan. Or even if you never played a Mario game before, you won't be dissapointed.    … Expand
  35. LeviBarbosa451
    Jun 9, 2020
    9
    Jogo bastante divertido, cheio de conteúdo, com dois jogos em um só: new super mario bros U e new super luigi U com vários modos extras,multiplayer competivo e muitas outras coisas além da resolução melhorada em comparação com a versão do wii u
  36. alan2pc
    Oct 16, 2020
    10
    Ok, so let’s be realistic here. This is a great game. Anybody who likes Mario platformers, playing this for the first time, and not afraid of a little challenge will enjoy this game. I have played numerous games for the Nintendo Switch and this is one of a select few that I enjoyed so much I went back to 100%. The reason for the low ratings appear to be because: a) it’s the same gameOk, so let’s be realistic here. This is a great game. Anybody who likes Mario platformers, playing this for the first time, and not afraid of a little challenge will enjoy this game. I have played numerous games for the Nintendo Switch and this is one of a select few that I enjoyed so much I went back to 100%. The reason for the low ratings appear to be because: a) it’s the same game already released for the Wii U.
    b) people bought it again because they thought Luigi mode added new levels and all it really does is speed up the clock.
    c) it’s a little more challenging than they are accustomed to. The reality is that the original game got an 8.0 on metacritic, the game aged well, and new features were added to it. If you already played the game, don’t buy it if you’re expecting it to be much more than it was before. If you are new to the game, make the purchase, I guarantee you won’t be disappointed.    … Expand
  37. Legrand
    Dec 26, 2020
    10
    El mejor Mario en 2D que hay a la venta actualmente poco apreciado en Switch pero es un gran juego
  38. GKxtot
    Feb 2, 2021
    10
    I DON'T CARE IF IT'S SIMILAR TO THE LAST ONE. The point of games is to be fun. This game IS fun and to all the people angry about some things are just nit-picky. The people who complain about difficulty are also really nit-picky, because the Pendulum Castle stage is far beyond hard to complete. This is a good game. This is a fun game. The levels are creative, the world maps are somethingI DON'T CARE IF IT'S SIMILAR TO THE LAST ONE. The point of games is to be fun. This game IS fun and to all the people angry about some things are just nit-picky. The people who complain about difficulty are also really nit-picky, because the Pendulum Castle stage is far beyond hard to complete. This is a good game. This is a fun game. The levels are creative, the world maps are something new and great and, overall, this game has replay value, it's fun and it's a perfect speedgame.… Expand
  39. Mckenzieawesome
    Mar 30, 2021
    10
    Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe is hated a lot but if you think about it, it isn't that bad sure it's a port of an older game released years ago but it IS really the only 2d Mario game on the Nintendo Switch if your not counting Nintendo Switch Online. not just saying that the game is still good there are so many courses and if you buy it your going to have a lot of fun the multiplayer is aSuper Mario Bros. U Deluxe is hated a lot but if you think about it, it isn't that bad sure it's a port of an older game released years ago but it IS really the only 2d Mario game on the Nintendo Switch if your not counting Nintendo Switch Online. not just saying that the game is still good there are so many courses and if you buy it your going to have a lot of fun the multiplayer is a little weird but other than that you should buy this game.… Expand
  40. ophone
    Dec 13, 2021
    8
    A great little 2D platformer made the Nintendo way, reminiscent of the Super Mario Bros. games from the NES and the SNES.
    It's got all such a game needs: Excellent gameplay and level design with Mario characters and their particular sense of humour. Only downside is the fact it seems unintentionally a little antiquated from an art design perspective, even for a Switch or WiiU game. It    A great little 2D platformer made the Nintendo way, reminiscent of the Super Mario Bros. games from the NES and the SNES.
    It's got all such a game needs: Excellent gameplay and level design with Mario characters and their particular sense of humour. Only downside is the fact it seems unintentionally a little antiquated from an art design perspective, even for a Switch or WiiU game. It could've used more animations, special effects and voices.
    Nonetheless I had a good time with it, it happens this has been the first New Super Mario Bros. game I've played, so I didn't feel the redundancy some other gamers felt. By the way, without a shred of dead time it took me longer to see the end of the main story in this one than in Super Mario Odyssey.    … Expand
  41. jgrzy0
    Jul 3, 2021
    10
    I have only played the DS one before. People say that these games are bland and boring... But here is the thing. If you were asked to make a completely new NSMB game and what would you add. Most of you probably be completely out of words. So every single NSMB game is 11/10. Plus all of them add at least something new!
  42. Rjsb0191
    Feb 15, 2022
    10
    I'm a huge fan of Mario games and this game was a huge astoundment. There is something about this entry in the 30 year old franchise. There are new characters in the game. They are Nabbit and Toadette (Peachette with the Super Crown). This game is a good spin-off.
  43. Arey100
    Jun 16, 2023
    8
    A tad overpriced, but it's still a Mario game, you know? Multiplayer is chaotic, but so much fun!
  44. luciamelier
    Aug 12, 2023
    8
    The game is good but nothing particularly special. I rate it 8/10 because it is really fun to play with friends. One player mode was, for me, pretty boring.
  45. valsaven
    May 4, 2021
    8
    Забавное красочное приключение.
    Хорошо подойдёт для игры вдвоём: как для взрослых, так и для детей.
    Есть 4 героя, у 2 их которых упрощённые механики - Пичетта не может упасть в пропасть, а Кралик неуязвим для врагов. Немного напрягает, что нельзя сохраняться между замками (точнее можно, но только 1 раз), но промежутки там небольшие, поэтому нельзя считать это за полноценный    Забавное красочное приключение.
    Хорошо подойдёт для игры вдвоём: как для взрослых, так и для детей.

    Есть 4 героя, у 2 их которых упрощённые механики - Пичетта не может упасть в пропасть, а Кралик неуязвим для врагов.

    Немного напрягает, что нельзя сохраняться между замками (точнее можно, но только 1 раз), но промежутки там небольшие, поэтому нельзя считать это за полноценный недостаток.    … Expand
  46. rosnk30
    Oct 28, 2020
    8
    Its a fun game with a lot stuff to do. Great plataform-based-game with local coop multiplayer...this game's one of best super mario saga ever made with nice gameplay plus tons of fun hours to enjoy.

    great game
  47. TheHambro
    Jun 28, 2019
    8
    I never got the chance to play New Super Mario Bros. U on the Wii U, so I wanted to give it a go with the Deluxe edition on the Switch. This is the standard, side-scroller Mario platformer formula that I have loved since I was a kid. Although the levels aren't the most complex or engaging, the platforming is still fun and even sometimes challenging. My biggest gripe is the "physics" ofI never got the chance to play New Super Mario Bros. U on the Wii U, so I wanted to give it a go with the Deluxe edition on the Switch. This is the standard, side-scroller Mario platformer formula that I have loved since I was a kid. Although the levels aren't the most complex or engaging, the platforming is still fun and even sometimes challenging. My biggest gripe is the "physics" of the controls; Mario is floaty and can feel weighty. In this day and age of 2D platformers with tight controls for precision platforming, this didn't really click with me until towards the end of the game. Not so much a flaw, just a personal preference.

    All in all, I did have fun with the game, and I recommend it for any Mario fan, and for those who never played it on the Wii U.    … Expand
  48. Alvz9
    Jan 18, 2021
    8
    New Super Mario Bros es el juego de plataformas que necesitaba Nintendo Switch. Accesible para quienes se inician en el género, y desafiante para aquellos que quieren un desafío mayor (sobre todo con New Super Luigi U). Es un juego que mantiene lo visto en otras entregas de esta saga "New", pero que no innova demasiado. Pese a lo anterior, es un juego que cumple ya que promete horas deNew Super Mario Bros es el juego de plataformas que necesitaba Nintendo Switch. Accesible para quienes se inician en el género, y desafiante para aquellos que quieren un desafío mayor (sobre todo con New Super Luigi U). Es un juego que mantiene lo visto en otras entregas de esta saga "New", pero que no innova demasiado. Pese a lo anterior, es un juego que cumple ya que promete horas de diversión, sobre todo en multijugador local; aunque podría haberse integrado un multijugador en línea...… Expand
  49. Don_Leudyn
    Aug 31, 2019
    8
    Muy entretenido; jugabilidad sencilla; contenido para satisfacer a los jugadores que quieren restos, con un competitivo un completo para familia y amigos.
  50. tom974
    May 29, 2023
    8
    A nice 2D platformer filled with nostalgia and with the marvelous multiplayer options which is a real gain here. To be clear, I played it 3 players coop all long, and that was a funny treat. In solo I'm not sure it'd be such interesting since the level design is not the greatest Nintendo work.
  51. sergio123456
    Feb 19, 2020
    8
    Es el típico juego de Mario en 2D, si eres fan de Mario te gustará, no innova pero tampoco se sale de lo que todos esperan del juego, bastante entretenido y que nos dará muchas horas de diversión.
  52. Jonneeyy
    Mar 30, 2020
    8
    Tolles Jump and Run mit einem sehr guten CouchCoop Modus. Die versteckten Geheimnisse sorgen für lange Spielzeiten.
  53. Tspeed
    Aug 10, 2020
    8
    Kind of fun but lacks the innovation of the 3D Mario games and can be frustrating. Not least because when you die it spits you out of the level back onto the map screen where you then have to re-enter the level, with load screens at every stage in between. After getting used to more modern platformers that put you right back in the action after you die, this system feels a bit antiquated and slow.
  54. DoktarioMyst
    Oct 14, 2022
    8
    = dit is een collectie van New Soup U & New Soup Luigi

    +/- het wordt niet uitgelegd hoe je minigames unlocked. ze zijn wel uniek & tof + de level design is solid + New Soup Luigi is uitdagend, en heeft Luigi physics. er zijn ook verborgen Luigi's te vinden in elk level van New Soup Luigi - de onzichtbare muren worden niet (goed) gehint dat ze er zijn +/- de map blijft    = dit is een collectie van New Soup U & New Soup Luigi

    +/- het wordt niet uitgelegd hoe je minigames unlocked. ze zijn wel uniek & tof

    + de level design is solid

    + New Soup Luigi is uitdagend, en heeft Luigi physics. er zijn ook verborgen Luigi's te vinden in elk level van New Soup Luigi

    - de onzichtbare muren worden niet (goed) gehint dat ze er zijn

    +/- de map blijft hetzelfde in beide games maar als je onthoud waar er secret exits zijn dan weet je waar je moet zoeken

    + de game heeft multiplayer voor 4 en is tof in singleplayer. eigenlijk een superior New Soup Wii

    +/- de theming is niet echt origineel maar de extra's dat ze erin hebben gestoken komt ver om het nieuw te maken

    + de eikel power-up is zeker de beste air based power-up

    + de bazen zijn een highlight, de koopalings zijn uniek van elkaar, Bowser Jr. is altijd een highlight en Kamek is tof vanwege zijn RNG en Bowser is klimatisch en uitdagend

    - Peachtette is gewoon de eikel power-up. Toadette maakt de game niet gemakkelijker buiten de klok vergroten (wat nuttig is in multiplayer)

    - er zijn 3 baby yoshi's maar enkel de ballon yoshi is nuttig om te hebben. als je ze verliesd respawnen ze niet direct. spijtig want ze hadden de nieuwe Yoshi kunnen zijn (hij is ook in de game maar op dezelfde manier als in Wii)

    conclusie:
    deze game is het zeker waard voor een 2D Mario game. het heeft meer content dan je denkt    … Expand
  55. BrandonBlake
    Oct 17, 2022
    8
    I was fairly close to giving this a 7, however the few creative stages within New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, makes this a close 8. The only flaw I have with this game is the pacing, compared to older games like SMB 3, the levels do not feel cohesive. Certain areas are not very memorable while others really shine such as the spooky forest, and more boring ones like Rock Candy Canyon.I was fairly close to giving this a 7, however the few creative stages within New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe, makes this a close 8. The only flaw I have with this game is the pacing, compared to older games like SMB 3, the levels do not feel cohesive. Certain areas are not very memorable while others really shine such as the spooky forest, and more boring ones like Rock Candy Canyon. Really wish we could see far more unique worlds and consistent level design.… Expand
  56. sniffany
    Dec 31, 2022
    8
    Sure its another 2D mario game. BUT WHO DOESNT HAVE FUN WITH 2D MARIO. it literally saved the industry at one point and that happened for a reason.
  57. WarioLandFan
    Mar 28, 2023
    10
    it has a little something for everyone
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Awards & Rankings

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#74 Best Switch Game of 2019
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#16 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2019
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#2 Most Shared Switch Game of 2019

Critic Reviews

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Metascore
80

Generally favorable reviews - based on 70 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 70
  2. Mixed: 11 out of 70
  3. Negative: 0 out of 70
  1. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Aug 22, 2019
    80
    This is foundational, basic, by-the-book stuff from the Big N. Nothing too outrageous. Nothing too surprising. [Issue #38 – March/April 2019, p. 67]
  2. CD-Action
    Mar 25, 2019
    90
    It might be merely a return of a game that did not advance the series, but it was – and still is – the genre’s peak achievement. Sure, I could argue that boss encounters could’ve been more polished and the game could’ve looked better since Switch is more powerful than Wii U. A new world would have been a nice touch too. But what can I do when the game’s core is so good and it is complemented by content so great that such complaints become irrelevant? [02/2019, p.54]
  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Mar 20, 2019
    78
    Classic characters, familiar worlds and epic music – the game is like a portal to 8-bit past of the series. But its strength is also its weakness: New Super Mario doesn't even try to surprise you. [Issue#236, p.48]
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