Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury

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  1. bulger_paul
    Feb 19, 2021
    10
    I hadn't gotten to play Super Mario 3D World when it was on the Wii U, so my first experience with it has been on the Switch. If you're playing it by yourself, I would give 3D world a 7/10. It's a very solid mainline Mario title and I don't have much more to say about it. I'd give it an extra half point for an 8/10 if you're playing it with a few friends. Me and my daughter had a blastI hadn't gotten to play Super Mario 3D World when it was on the Wii U, so my first experience with it has been on the Switch. If you're playing it by yourself, I would give 3D world a 7/10. It's a very solid mainline Mario title and I don't have much more to say about it. I'd give it an extra half point for an 8/10 if you're playing it with a few friends. Me and my daughter had a blast playing it together. It's truly the multi-player options that set it apart.

    Now, the 10/10 I've awarded to the game is purely due to Bowser's Fury, which, if it were expanded into a full fledged independent mainline Mario game, it would probably hands down become my favorite mainline Mario game in the entire series. This is exactly what I wanted Super Mario Odyssey to be. Its open level design is exquisite, it strikes a perfect balance between accessibility and challenge for younger players, and I desperately hope all of the ideas here are a mere pre-cursor to whatever Nintendo plans to do with Mario next. I can't begin to even describe what I wouldn't give to have an open level world exactly like Bowser's Fury to explore on the scale of Breath of the Wild. Bowser's Fury is literally everything I want out of mainline Mario titles going forward.    … Expand
  2. craftsle
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    What can I say about a Mario game, the creativity in each level is unique, a game that never becomes repetitive. The inclusion of Bowser's Fury gives a different feel to the game that everyone already knew, besides being an interesting proposal for future Mario games.
  3. drumguru
    Mar 10, 2021
    10
    Wow this is game is Awesome. I struggled playing Bower's fury.. But did I mention this game is Awesome.
  4. krulemuk
    Mar 27, 2021
    10
    SM3DW might not fit to every gamers taste due to the fact that it is less open than other 3D-Marios. However, I love this game and the focus on tight platforming bringing together the best of 2D- and 3D-Marios. If you accept its design and concept, you will get one of the best linear platforming games of all time and a convincing successor to Super Mario Bros 3.
  5. CDizzness
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    This is THE best Mario game I have played in a long time. I never got the opportunity to play it on the Wii U but always wanted to. Now, here it is 8 years later, with better resolution and a solid 60 fps. 3D World alone was worth the purchase, but the inclusion of Bowsers Fury made it even better. They could have just thrown the original game and I would have been happy! Bowsers Fury isThis is THE best Mario game I have played in a long time. I never got the opportunity to play it on the Wii U but always wanted to. Now, here it is 8 years later, with better resolution and a solid 60 fps. 3D World alone was worth the purchase, but the inclusion of Bowsers Fury made it even better. They could have just thrown the original game and I would have been happy! Bowsers Fury is massive and gorgeous, the music is amazing, and the feeling of being chased by Giga Bowser is exhilarating. They revamped movement speeds too! So the characters never feel sluggish. If you love Mario games and havent played this, go get it!! (PS, to the person who has only played the Wii U version and gave this a 6, you need to take yourself elsewhere unless you actually play THIS version. They are not the same and your review is invalid.)… Expand
  6. Spassbremse
    Aug 16, 2022
    10
    A very rare 10/10 but this game absolutely deserves it.

    I 100%ed the WiiU version back in 2015, but I chose to revisit this because my wife wanted a multiplayer game to play. The game is just as terrific as I remember, and the addition of Bowser's Fury is a nice extra treat. At its core, this is a 2D Mario platformer elongated and translated into the 3D space. It's got crazy power    A very rare 10/10 but this game absolutely deserves it.

    I 100%ed the WiiU version back in 2015, but I chose to revisit this because my wife wanted a multiplayer game to play. The game is just as terrific as I remember, and the addition of Bowser's Fury is a nice extra treat.

    At its core, this is a 2D Mario platformer elongated and translated into the 3D space. It's got crazy power ups, tons of secrets, bonus worlds, fun as hell music, creativity dripping from every orifice (that's a horrible mental image why did I say that), really memorable levels, throwbacks to older Mario titles...it's really all here.

    ...that being said Champion's Road is still a pain in my ass, lol    … Expand
  7. jte
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    Amazing game, one of my favorite Mario games , highly recommend :-). Please do yourself a favor and buy this gem! It’s multiplayer so you can play with your kids and significant other
  8. MarioKartfans
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    Awesome game. I love many Super Mario games but this one is one of best Super Mario games and we got online option in Super Mario 3D World story mode!!! Great fun with friends and being solo too if look for challenge alone. :) I love Cat Toad in it. :) :) :) :) :)
  9. Mr-Assister
    Aug 31, 2022
    10
    wonderful game, sometimes hard enough to make me take a break
    but overall worth the money
  10. Jdd2102
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    One of the Best games of Wii u comes to switch and it's amazing, My favorite Mario game
  11. greninjaX
    Feb 15, 2021
    10
    bowser's fury is a lot of fun. reminds me of odyssey. worth buying even if you own 3D world on wii u
  12. Lesh0
    Apr 16, 2021
    10
    Second best mario game imo, the first one being Odessy. I enjoyed it so much that i finished the game + bowsers fury in 2 days. And for some1 that plays it for the first time is unforgettable experience. The graphics are amazing on handheld the music is phenomenal too.
  13. AVD_Ratings
    Feb 15, 2021
    10
    Super Mario 3D World on its own is an amazing game. With great level design and a wealth of new ideas and fun gimmicks in every level. With so many levels you would think they would repeat ideas but they don’t. Then after you beat the main game their are challenge worlds that are even more fun to beat. On top of all of this, they added one of the coolest things to come from a Mario GameSuper Mario 3D World on its own is an amazing game. With great level design and a wealth of new ideas and fun gimmicks in every level. With so many levels you would think they would repeat ideas but they don’t. Then after you beat the main game their are challenge worlds that are even more fun to beat. On top of all of this, they added one of the coolest things to come from a Mario Game since the Dragon Kingdom in Odyssey. In Bowsers Fury it’s a fun and new open world Mario experience with great challenge and fun. It’s a long experience too, it will take you 5 to 6 hours to fully complete it. I highly recommend this game to anyone who enjoys a good 3D platformer.… Expand
  14. Joes
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    Excelente arte, gameplay exquisito, buen online con 4 jugadores, y el modo bowsers Fury una delicia
  15. iMustang
    May 25, 2021
    10
    Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury is a double pack of absolute joy. As an updated wonderful return to a modern day classic, 3D World on Switch was fantastic to go back to and play again with quality of life improvements and so much fun that I felt motivated to actually reach the hidden world and finish it this time. I had forgotten just how much love and thought went into that game asSuper Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury is a double pack of absolute joy. As an updated wonderful return to a modern day classic, 3D World on Switch was fantastic to go back to and play again with quality of life improvements and so much fun that I felt motivated to actually reach the hidden world and finish it this time. I had forgotten just how much love and thought went into that game as Nintendo clearly wanted to make something new and fantastic, and it definitely earns it's spot as the 4th 'main' 3D Mario game. As if that wasn't enough, an entire new game is added on in Bowser's Fury which feels like a hybrid of 3D World and Odyssey. You explore a beautiful lake, where everything including the enemies and environments are themed like cats, collecting shines and constantly fighting off Bowser when he wakes up angry all in a 3D sandbox environment. One of my favorite elements of this is when you're attempting a challenge, Bowser can wake up and begin attacking you, adding in a new rush and sense of danger. The reuse of assets was perfectly done as you feel almost like you're playing a sequel to 3D World, because it captures that same feeling yet at the same time gives you something entirely new.

    With this fun new additional game added to an already existing great one, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury definitely becomes a perfect package with dozens of hours you can sink into it to have the time of your life, especially if you have a Player 2.    … Expand
  16. Onioncreature
    Feb 28, 2021
    10
    One of the most well polished games I've ever played, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury is tuned to near perfection. The main game has aged incredibly, and the new movement options and overall increase in running speed makes the gameplay feel better than ever before. The music is supremely catchy and memorable, and the visuals are immaculately refined. The level designs are variedOne of the most well polished games I've ever played, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury is tuned to near perfection. The main game has aged incredibly, and the new movement options and overall increase in running speed makes the gameplay feel better than ever before. The music is supremely catchy and memorable, and the visuals are immaculately refined. The level designs are varied and feature interesting and fun mechanics which are introduced and reused expertly. The multiplayer, while slightly frustrating at times, can be a joy with the right crowd; but the game works just as well, if not better, as a singleplayer experience. Bowser's Fury is really quite a substantial addition, which stands on it's own as a phenomenal game. It's the first 3D Mario game to take place entirely in a single interconnected main world, and provides an exciting look into what future games in the series might be like. I have no real complaints of any kind with either of the campaigns, both left me utterly delighted.… Expand
  17. Kakadu
    Feb 15, 2021
    10
    Absolutely fantastic game. Hugely fun, great level design and plenty of stuff to collect.
    A must play for anyone.
  18. M4N0R4F43L
    Oct 10, 2021
    10
    Estou jogando nesse momento em paralelo a Metroid Dread e afirmo que é o melhor do gênero 3d, jogo divertido demais, level design encantador fora que jogar em coop é melhor ainda
  19. Naga4evr
    Feb 20, 2021
    10
    A really great game deserved to be visited or revisited by all generations.
  20. PedroJorgeGomes
    Feb 16, 2021
    10
    The best 3D Game of Mario! The best 3D Game of Mario! The best 3D Game of Mario!
  21. BakedBeast
    Mar 3, 2021
    10
    The base game 3D World is fantastic. Top notch mario in my opinion. And Bowser’s Fury BLEW ME AWAY! It exploded my expectations, it was something different, new, and kept me on my toes.. Hopefully it’s a hint at what’s to come next for 3D Mario.. because if they take Bowser’s fury which is Mario 3D world move set and power ups, placed in an open area.. and combine that with Odyssey’sThe base game 3D World is fantastic. Top notch mario in my opinion. And Bowser’s Fury BLEW ME AWAY! It exploded my expectations, it was something different, new, and kept me on my toes.. Hopefully it’s a hint at what’s to come next for 3D Mario.. because if they take Bowser’s fury which is Mario 3D world move set and power ups, placed in an open area.. and combine that with Odyssey’s worlds... I think that would be EPIC! I loved Odyssey but wished there was a 3D mario without the gimmicks.. Combine bowsers fury’s controls with odyssey worlds NINTENDO… Expand
  22. ChaseU
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    Literally my favorite game of all time, not to mention one of the best Super Mario games of all time! This remake and Bowsers fury are true masterpieces.
  23. Leiti
    Mar 23, 2023
    10
    Mario 3D World is the perfection of what Mario 3D Land started. It is one of the best - personally I would say the best Mario-game of all time. The short well designed levels always invite you to play. Bowsers Fury is also a good addition to this game and makes the short adventure a little longer. I can really recommend this game.
  24. 3vg69
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    One of the best games of Wii U now on Switch, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury is one of the best Super Mario game in 3D in Switch, with online multiplayer and a great expansion: Bowser's Fury like Odyssey and 3D World
  25. fivfiv
    Aug 7, 2021
    10
    Perfect.
    I love to play again on Switch. Enjoyed that every new level
    Thank you nintendo
  26. Timenick
    Oct 3, 2021
    10
    A great package that's actually worth full price. 3D World is already a very good game and Bowser´s Fury is easily one of the best Mario games of all time.
  27. mwkelly13
    May 26, 2021
    10
    This game was a ton of fun. Enjoyed that every level added in a new gameplay element.
  28. hrtbrk
    Feb 28, 2021
    10
    So I never played the original on the Wii U so when this came out I figured I’ll give it a chance. The game is simply amazing. Bowser’s Fury is literally GTA but in the Marino Universe. It’s super challenging while engaging you to use your different powers. This is a must!
  29. rafaeldamoneto
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    Amazing! Bowser's Fury is my new favourite Mario's game! Beautiful graphics and the music is terrific!
  30. Kacak321
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    The best 3d platformer ever made!!!!!
    ,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,,, bb,,,,, gggg
  31. fanmadeendings
    Feb 15, 2022
    10
    3D Mario is always pure platforming gold (except for Sunshine), and Bowser's Fury is the definitive 3D World experience and makes this port 100% worth it!
  32. Kacak123
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    Super fun and enjoyable game!

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  33. Beto1960
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    Nada más que decir el mejor juego de Mario en 3d que hay y mi hablar de la belleza del bowsers fury
  34. Dani2004
    Feb 22, 2021
    10
    Juego divertidísimo y recomendable.
  35. Hij45g
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    One of the best Mario games of this generation this should be a must play for every platform lover
  36. YanisPLAYER
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    Excellent game ! One of the best Mario ever ! Bowser's Fury is so good and it makes Super Mario 3D World even better
  37. M1tch50
    Feb 26, 2021
    10
    Loved this game so much and the extra content maybe short but is definitely one of the highlights of this game
  38. CTAN
    Jun 11, 2022
    10
    I'm late to this game. Probably one of the BEST games happened in Switch. The state designs, mechanics, graphics in Super Mario 3D are really great, honestly I'm really amazed. Bowser's Fury is another great game that reminds me of Mario Odyssey. So, basically you have 2 great games in one package!!
  39. FranciscoPlayer
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    Mario 3D world demuestra aún a dia de hoy un excelente diseño de niveles muy dificil de superar, constantemente introduce nuevas mecánicas y desafios plataformeros, junto a una gran y creativa variedad de escenarios y una banda sonora que te hara sonreir al instante, es un juego redondo y magistral dentro de su género.
  40. ion87
    Mar 22, 2021
    10
    Mario at his best. Fun addictive gameplay. Easy to learn hard to master. This game question isn't if you will play, more of a matter of time till you play.
  41. Dukh3
    Feb 19, 2021
    10
    Pues ser el mejor Súper Mario, las mejoras de velocidad frente a U, y la fluidez es espectacular. Cada mundo una mecánica, sin repetir, sin aburrir nunca.
  42. HENOOB
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    I don't have the switch version but i had the wii u version, and i can say that Super Mario 3D World is incredible with the fun gameplay and nice art style, play with your friends is freaking awesome
  43. BrettSMM
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    Best port ever. 3D world is maybe better than ever. Ground pound jumps are instant, the characters are faster, which compensated for the nerfed cat dive glitch (which is still there). Bowsers fury is really good too, but keep in mind that it’s not worth buying for just bowsers fury
  44. kimoomaster
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    A luxurious and high-caliber platform game that has no competition except for other Mario games. The game is already luxurious since the Wii U. However, there are impressive improvements such as team play, improving the walking shape of the characters (animation ), adding cooperative play in the missions of captain toad, and the most importantly wonderful addition, which is the two factsA luxurious and high-caliber platform game that has no competition except for other Mario games. The game is already luxurious since the Wii U. However, there are impressive improvements such as team play, improving the walking shape of the characters (animation ), adding cooperative play in the missions of captain toad, and the most importantly wonderful addition, which is the two facts of the game Mario is completely independent. It is the addition of the Bowser's Fury game to the very huge world of cats, all of which confirms that it is a good bargain

    Sorry for my language    … Expand
  45. ulatifi
    Oct 16, 2021
    10
    Fantastic game. Must play and buy. Bowser's Fury is a good add on for extra gameplay. Super Mario 3D World remains one of Mario's best to this day.
  46. Jpr199
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    This has stood the test of time. This game is a must buy for all Switch owners, ESPECIALLY anyone who missed it on the Wii U. The game is fantastic and I highly recommend it.
  47. Parodius
    Feb 16, 2021
    10
    Sérieusement, le contenu est de qualité de A à Z. En jeux de plateforme Nintendo n'a plus rien à prouver. Le jeu de base est déjà génial et bien rempli (et la fonction online est top), mais a lui tout seul Bowser Fury mérite le détour. Assez incroyable pour un jeu qui a 7ans.
  48. Veronoobbutpro
    Feb 18, 2021
    10
    this game is amazing , overall it's better than the wii u version and the bowser's furry is really fun open world game even though it's pretty short for a new content for the game itself, this game deserve higher score / better score than it should be (the wii u version is 93 on metacritic). so overall super mario 3d world + bowser's furry is an amazing game and this is one of the bestthis game is amazing , overall it's better than the wii u version and the bowser's furry is really fun open world game even though it's pretty short for a new content for the game itself, this game deserve higher score / better score than it should be (the wii u version is 93 on metacritic). so overall super mario 3d world + bowser's furry is an amazing game and this is one of the best mario game on nintendo switch.… Expand
  49. GameforGamers
    Jun 20, 2021
    10
    personally i enjoyed this game (2 games) very much it's another excellent addition to Nintendo switch, SM3W + bowser's fury is a great game in every way possible,
  50. kevinlim5122
    May 27, 2022
    10
    Excellent level design, wonderful soundtrack, and beautiful graphics, even for an “old” game. Excellent post-game content too.
  51. Shadowsky101
    Feb 22, 2021
    10
    It‘s Super Mario 3D World! With friends or alone it makes pretty much fun. Bowsers Fury is also good Mode. It‘s very funny, that all enemys have catelements. A must buy.
  52. JordiMesen
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    Awesome game, the best Mario ever!!
    Juego asombroso, el mejor Mario jamás creado!!
  53. daniii2004
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    Me parece demasiado divertido, de hecho es casi top 1 de switch. Me parece increíble!!!!!
  54. BlueNightDev
    Feb 17, 2021
    10
    Beautiful Game I love that the graphics look better in 3D Land. But in Bowser's Fury that's where the fun is! The fact that Bowser has turned into basically Godzilla. Beautiful Graphics, Good Gameplay, Cool Bowser Design, and bowser Jr's drawings are great
  55. J3123540656
    Feb 13, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Ame el juego de principio a fin el online funciona super bien y el Bowser fury lo mejor lo recomiendo y mucho.… Expand
  56. Rg-
    Feb 14, 2021
    10
    A very fun adventure with a lot of creative level design. Its fun to play it alone or multi players up to 4 players You can run through the stages -collect the stars -collect the stamps -defeat bosses and mini bosses! Its really a very great game
  57. UAL
    Feb 15, 2021
    10
    By far the best Wii U port to make this switch. Currently playing the Switch version and its a blast! Buy it, Super Mario 3D World alone is worth £60 and Bowser’s Fury is just another reason as to why you should want to buy it even if you owned the game before on Wii U. Bowser’s Fury is just a fantastic experience and it is a great add on as to what is already a great game (its like DLCBy far the best Wii U port to make this switch. Currently playing the Switch version and its a blast! Buy it, Super Mario 3D World alone is worth £60 and Bowser’s Fury is just another reason as to why you should want to buy it even if you owned the game before on Wii U. Bowser’s Fury is just a fantastic experience and it is a great add on as to what is already a great game (its like DLC but the best kind). This game is a better example of what Wii U ports should be and Nintendo practically nailed it. Just one thing that needs improvement and may come in a major update or patch. The little bit of work on textures and material on both games as well as a 1080p60 enhancement for Bowser’s Fury when docked. Aside that , best game so far of 2032 (at least of the time when writing this its the best game of the year so far). And what a way to end Super Mario's 35th Anniversary as well.… Expand
  58. IloveSuperMario
    Feb 18, 2021
    10
    This is an Amazing game! I absolutely love each level, they are filled with unique ideas and charm. I have never owned a Wii U so I am extremely happy to be able to experience this game. Bowser’s fury is quite great as a bonus game, but to me personally Super Mario 3D World is the best out of both. I preferred the stars from this one than odyssey’s moons because I actually felt as if theyThis is an Amazing game! I absolutely love each level, they are filled with unique ideas and charm. I have never owned a Wii U so I am extremely happy to be able to experience this game. Bowser’s fury is quite great as a bonus game, but to me personally Super Mario 3D World is the best out of both. I preferred the stars from this one than odyssey’s moons because I actually felt as if they were attainable as their isn’t as much than the insane amount of moons in Odyssey. ( But that is just me ) also find this game much more appealing because of all the amazing playable characters that you can be- instead of just Mario. The multiplayer experience is awesome but it can sometimes get quite chaotic especially in the cake level with the red and blue switch blocks;). I love this game, you should try it and see all the amazing content that this game has to offer, the multiplayer but single player experience are phenomenal and fleshed out to give you hours of entertainment. A must buy and my favourite video game, I love Super Mario!… Expand
  59. Mine_Ggamer
    Feb 19, 2021
    10
    I didn't play the original release on WiiU because...it was on WiiU...And I was so excited when Nintendo announced they will port also this WiiU game on Switch with a new "Game":Bowser's Fury.I LOVED 3D WORLD,it's funny is colorful it has amazing power ups,enemy,level design,it has a new online mode and it's surprisingly good,the game is playable and enjoyable(surely better than Mario MakeI didn't play the original release on WiiU because...it was on WiiU...And I was so excited when Nintendo announced they will port also this WiiU game on Switch with a new "Game":Bowser's Fury.I LOVED 3D WORLD,it's funny is colorful it has amazing power ups,enemy,level design,it has a new online mode and it's surprisingly good,the game is playable and enjoyable(surely better than Mario Make 2).Then the selling point of this port:Bowser's Fury,I think the first thing Nintendo said it's "It's a short packed adventure"so it was their selling point but they didn't lie about it's length(It can be completed in less than 12 hours).So I was prepared for a short adventure and...it was...but I loved every second of this short game,roaming around with the power ups in an open world,fighting Fury Bowser,collecting cat Shines.And even completing 100% of this game was funnier than completing every level with every character in 3D World.So it's the perfect introduction to a new type of Mario Games.I think Mario 3D World is already a 9/9,5 score game so this port that even adds Bowser's Fury and both with the cost of one I'm sure about my 10 for this game.… Expand
  60. GreenOmega300
    Feb 21, 2021
    10
    One of the best Wii U ports ever. This game is amazing and it's so good seeing this game with some bonus content added. You can even play with friends online or locally! Even though I partially completed this game on the Wii U, it was a great time. Now for Bowser's Fury, it's pretty amazing to see a game like odyssey being added as bonus content for the port. I mainly played solo for bothOne of the best Wii U ports ever. This game is amazing and it's so good seeing this game with some bonus content added. You can even play with friends online or locally! Even though I partially completed this game on the Wii U, it was a great time. Now for Bowser's Fury, it's pretty amazing to see a game like odyssey being added as bonus content for the port. I mainly played solo for both games but I still had a great time. After beating Super Mario 3D World and 100% Bowser's Fury, I can say that this is worth the 60$ price tag.… Expand
  61. Guugame83
    Feb 26, 2021
    10
    Great open world mario game. Enough content, great gameplay, cool enemies specially bowser and game is not too hard. Only con is that bowser fury is too short. 3d world is also cool mario game with lot of content
  62. Nintendonot
    Mar 21, 2021
    10
    Mario 3D World review: If you've played the original not much has changed. Characters move faster and the visuals and frame rate has bumped up but not really anything special. If you haven't played the original, I highly recommend you get this game. When people think 3D Mario, they think about Mario 64 or Mario Sunshine, but this is more like Mario Galaxy except MUCH more linear. Don't letMario 3D World review: If you've played the original not much has changed. Characters move faster and the visuals and frame rate has bumped up but not really anything special. If you haven't played the original, I highly recommend you get this game. When people think 3D Mario, they think about Mario 64 or Mario Sunshine, but this is more like Mario Galaxy except MUCH more linear. Don't let that discourage you though. At the cost of the freedom you had in 64 and Sunshine, you get to experience amazingly creative level design. While it's not the best or most memorable Mario game, it has a charm to it that can't be matched.

    Bowser's Fury review: I know it's early but I'm calling it: Bowser's Fury is the goty. It's been almost 4 years since Odyssey came out and we still have no word on Odyssey 2, if that's even in the works, but to fill in the time Nintendo gave us this smaller game. And when I say small, I mean this game can be beaten in 2-3 hours. Yes it is short but it's part of another game that already takes a bit of time so it's not that surprising. For what it is, this game is a masterpiece. If you were waiting for Odyssey dlc to come out here you go; this is it. The soundtrack is some of the best Mario music I've heard since Galaxy; it's that good. It almost feels like a waste to talk about the level design, because it's 3D Mario. It's pretty much a well known fact at this point that it's almost flawless. While the boss fights with Fury Bowser aren't super challenging (except for the final final boss when you've collected 100 catshines), they are still really fun and engaging, and considering the fact that Godzilla vs Kong is releasing soon, this could be a good way to get hyped for it. I hope Nintendo takes heavy influence from Bowser's Fury for their next 3D Mario game, because if they do, it might be the best 3D Mario game ever created.    … Expand
  63. ReviewHype
    Mar 11, 2021
    10
    what a fun game, bowser's fury is really entertaining,highly recommended!!!
  64. DarkPunchy2008
    Mar 12, 2021
    10
    This game is the perfect 3d Mario game, with good graphics and beautiful gameplay
  65. darkninja97
    Mar 14, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This entry is one of the best in the Mario series. I never got to own this game, because I’m not in possession of A WiiU, so I was excited when I saw it was coming to the Switch. The story for 3D world is very good, and mixes it up a little. You save these fairies instead of princess peach, and (spoiler alert) at the end of world 7, you think you have completed the game, and then bowser captures the fairies again and the real final boss fight is in world 8, which is a really cool world in the game, probably the best.
    World 6 is also really fun and cool.
    The game tries out some new gimmicks, such as the cat suit, the coolest power up in the game. And that’s coming from a dog person.
    But 3D world isn’t the only game in this bundle, of course. Bowsers fury is super fun. You go around collecting cat shines to awaken the giga cat bells so you can defeat bowser. They are really good power ups. The game is a little short, but it’s super fun and replayable, as you can go on plessie the orange Dino, and defeat bowsers fury a bunch.
    I have been playing these games for about a week or two now (i got this on launch day), and it’s really fun. It’s a must play in my book.    … Expand
  66. SamLoki200707
    Mar 21, 2021
    10
    Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury is a masterpiece, it is probably the best Re release on the Switch. It is one of the best platforming experiences ever with many of the Problems that Plagued the Wii U version fixed. And a whole new 6 hour open-world experience that perfectly combined 3D World's gameplay with some of Mario's titles.
  67. Kiera44
    Mar 25, 2021
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. A great game overall that I recommend to anyone of all ages, the main game itself is already great and fantastic. With lots of variety in stages and characters.… Expand
  68. AlainFrancis
    Apr 16, 2021
    10
    Excelente, uno de los mejores juegos de Mario, El Super Mario 3D Word una aventura muy divertida con amigos, y ni hablar del Bowers Fury es una maravilla
  69. LVB10
    Apr 18, 2021
    10
    **** AMAZING..........................................................................This is a really good port of super mario 3D world and also...... you also get bowser fury that is an amazing DLC
  70. sergioodoardi
    Feb 13, 2022
    10
    This Mario game reminds me to every good stuff I've played from Nintendo. Amazing graphs and music and the fact they added Bower's fury along with the game makes it a 10 straight. Glorious.
  71. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 24, 2021
    10
    My third favorite Mario game, right next to Galaxy one and two. Insanely fun.
  72. Demonio10
    May 21, 2021
    10
    El mejor Mario cooperativo y con un ultimo mundo bastante complicado. Bowser Fury es una maravilla. Te recomiendo que lo juegues.
  73. ANTIMETACRITIC
    May 5, 2021
    10
    Peaso de juego, y además con DLC incluido en el cartucho, no como otros. En 3D pero sin perder la esencia.
  74. Nikleter
    Aug 15, 2021
    10
    Super Mario 3D World is my favorite Mario game to date. It's basically a classic Mario game but in 3D. Each level is linear (although also filled with secret spots) and this lets the game strike you with an incredible idea after another one in a continuous manner, (thanks also to the fast pace of the game and the shortness of the stages) making each course feel new.
    The new Odyssey moveset    Super Mario 3D World is my favorite Mario game to date. It's basically a classic Mario game but in 3D. Each level is linear (although also filled with secret spots) and this lets the game strike you with an incredible idea after another one in a continuous manner, (thanks also to the fast pace of the game and the shortness of the stages) making each course feel new.
    The new Odyssey moveset added in the port makes the whole game more fluid and adds a ton of possibilities, if you try to speedrun a level it helps you a lot. This is especially noticeable in the hardest stages. (I wish there were more of those because they feel very different from the rest of the game).
    Then you have the multiplayer, if you have at least a friend to play this game, then this game will turn into the physical manifestation of fun. Each player tries to compete for the most points and sabotages the others, but they also have to arrive to the goal in time of course, so the game turns into a very entertaining mix of cooperation and competitiveness. There's also a lot of "Mario Party **** especially because each of the characters has different properties to their movement, this may be subjective but I personally think it enhances the social experience a lot.
    The music is, as always, incredible and the art style is of course traditional, but it has a shine to it, I can't quite describe it but it looks very pretty, like luminous.
    The only problem I had with the game is that sometimes the depth perception is off and the camera is uncomfortable, but it's not a major deal.
    As for Browser's Fury, it's a fun, open world 1-player experience. But it's short, it was mostly made to sell the bundle, it's obviously a bonus experience more than its own game, so I wouldn't advice buying the pack just because of it.    … Expand
  75. iz_02
    Jun 7, 2021
    10
    I like this game Because it fixes any problem from the first game, and adds more content!
  76. JACOBJORDANBA
    Jun 22, 2021
    10
    I love super Mario 3D world Plus Bowser fury it's such a good game I love that they took it from the Wii u and added a new part to the game so we can have another game to play and I really like that they called it Bowser's fury I really like what they did to it I really like how they added it with the super Mario 3D world wiiu
  77. Fanian
    Aug 20, 2021
    10
    Best Wii U game even better. Not much else I can say but buy this amazing game and enjoy it!
  78. Alanado
    Jul 22, 2021
    10
    Bowser's Fury traz um grande mundo com um linda paisagem e desafio interessante e muito divertido, trazer uma alegria e emoção ao jogador se aventura nesse mundo e descobri todos os seus segredos com as mecânicas do jogo.
  79. eyalem123
    Mar 26, 2022
    10
    This is the perfect 3d mario package, with mostly linear platforming that is amazing, and a highly replayable open world game. This is just simply a good game.
  80. grimreapersims
    Sep 5, 2021
    10
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  81. JAKEJACOBJORD
    Sep 17, 2021
    10
  82. LuissDt
    Jun 4, 2022
    10
    Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury not only brings back one of the best games on the Wii U, but it also brought back a new bonus mini-game that is fabulous.
  83. jaythph2021
    Dec 1, 2021
    10
    The funnest Mario game yet. And then Nintendo THROWS IN Bower's Fury. This, friends, is a 10.
  84. Adasc2906
    Jan 2, 2022
    10
    Probably my favourite game of this year. Although i wish bowser's fury was a bit longer.
  85. RomaJustRoma
    Nov 5, 2021
    10
    Cool game I advise, better play with friends but alone its good too(sorry if i write something not corectly i bad speak english)
  86. Lap1as
    Nov 8, 2021
    10
    Есть Русский язык. Прикольная игра. Дополнение вообще бомба. Давно хотел ее пройти.
  87. LeifLInden
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    Excellent pacing and continually inventive ideas make this an essential game on the Switch. Bowsers Fury is the highlight of this collection, but improvements to 3D World make it a joy to play as well. Enjoyable as a single player and multiplayer game, there is a lot of value here.
  88. JACOBJ
    Nov 14, 2021
    10
  89. JoeyPL5
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    Packaging a multiplayer linear 3D Mario with a fully open-world 3D Mario should be illegal.
  90. rafakmaeda
    Nov 17, 2021
    10
    Of Mario games it's definitely one of my favorites! It provides a unique universe with pure fun, at various times in the game I felt immersed in the world of Mario, the game is so much fun!
  91. JACOBJB
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
  92. JACOBJORDAN200
    Nov 25, 2021
    10
  93. JACOBJAKE
    Nov 26, 2021
    10
  94. rnd754
    Dec 6, 2021
    10
    If you are a Mario fan (or gamer in general) this is a no brainer.
    The graphics are amazing and you will be pleased with the gameplay.
    It's obviously worth of adding this to your collection.
  95. yugohippie
    Jan 4, 2022
    10
    Beautiful graphics, great character selection, awesome levels and for me, a completionist dream. It was fun from start to finish and the challenge upspike later in the game is fantastic, really puts you on the edge of your seat.
  96. JORDANJACOBJORD
    Jan 29, 2022
    10
    LAST TIME AND LAST AND FINAL 3 ACCOUNT 2 ON MY PHONE AND MY IPAD ! GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD GOOD good
  97. egr32645156
    Feb 1, 2022
    10
    Лучший 3д платформер в который я только играл.
  98. baynejordanjaco
    Sep 16, 2022
    10
  99. KIRB
    Mar 31, 2022
    10
  100. aiskander
    May 3, 2022
    10
    I did not expect to like this game as much as I did. This is my favorite 3D Mario Game, and my third favorite game in general. This game is perfect. Bowser's Fury is a great game to port with 3D world. It seems like an open-world version of it. I don't know how they made Bowser's Fury so good. The final boss fight, the story, the open-world, the progression, the power-ups, and everythingI did not expect to like this game as much as I did. This is my favorite 3D Mario Game, and my third favorite game in general. This game is perfect. Bowser's Fury is a great game to port with 3D world. It seems like an open-world version of it. I don't know how they made Bowser's Fury so good. The final boss fight, the story, the open-world, the progression, the power-ups, and everything in Bowser's fury. And there are so much improvements to 3D World, including the UI, the bugs, the moves, and a ton of others. Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury is a must-have for all Switch owners.… Expand
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#5 Best Switch Game of 2021
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#5 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2021

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89

Generally favorable reviews - based on 122 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 118 out of 122
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 122
  3. Negative: 0 out of 122
  1. Ninty Fresh Magazine
    Oct 22, 2021
    90
    An outstanding display of prowess by the development team we know and love. The combination of 3D World and Bowser’s Fury is an absolute bundle of joy. [Issue #3, p.49]
  2. CD-Action
    Oct 12, 2021
    95
    Super Mario Odyssey is still the best Mario game, but that doesn’t change the fact that 3D World is up there among the best platformers ever made. So is Bowser’s Fury, a game much smaller in scale but still phenomenal. [04/2021, p.40]
  3. Nintendo Force Magazine
    May 17, 2021
    100
    This combo package is unskippable. All Switch owners: Own this! [Issue #51 – March/April 2021, p. 69]
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