Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury

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  • Summary: The cat's out of the bag, Super Mario 3D World is on to the Nintendo Switch system. Pounce and climb through dozens of colorful stages! Mario (and his friends) can use power-ups like the Super Bell, which grants catlike abilities, like climbing and scratching. Work together locally or onlineThe cat's out of the bag, Super Mario 3D World is on to the Nintendo Switch system. Pounce and climb through dozens of colorful stages! Mario (and his friends) can use power-ups like the Super Bell, which grants catlike abilities, like climbing and scratching. Work together locally or online with up to three other players to reach the goaland to see who can get a high score. The Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury game features the same great co-op gameplay, creative levels and power-ups as the original game, but also so much more.… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 118 out of 122
  2. Mixed: 4 out of 122
  3. Negative: 0 out of 122
  1. 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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  2. Destructoid
    Feb 10, 2021
    100
    To be clear, I’d still wholly recommend this version of 3D World even without Bowser’s Fury.
  3. Player 2
    Feb 10, 2021
    91
    Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is a sensational package. It reintroduces the world to an often forgotten (or straight-up missed) classic Mario platformer, while lays the groundwork for a new type of Mario experience, one that, with some further refinement, could be one day looked back upon as yet another defining moment in perhaps the most decorated franchise in the industry.
  4. TheGamer
    Feb 10, 2021
    90
    Ultimately, Super Mario 3D World, in this package, is the best that game has ever been, with the increased speed and ease of multiplayer access making it far more enticing than ever before. Bowser’s Fury, meanwhile, is essentially the Super Mario Odyssey DLC that never was. It feels like Odyssey’s level and game design sensibilities, but placed in the Super Mario 3D World game engine, with all of the power-ups and quirks that game has to make something truly unique. Putting both of these games in one package is the best decision that Nintendo has made in a long while, as Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is one of the best Mario offerings available on Nintendo Switch, which is lofty praise given the existence of Super Mario Maker 2.
  5. PLAY! Zine
    Feb 10, 2021
    90
    An overclocked, moustached package of nostalgic goodies and refreshing, innovative greatness. While 3D World aged amazingly, and with a bit of polish shines strong again, Bowser's Fury could be the greatest Super Mario game of all time... When a miserable number of technical imperfections and shorter length of a game are its only flaws, be sure that we are talking about an absolutely mind-blowing title that should be a direction the series takes from now on. An Odyssey we were promised long ago, has finally reached us.
  6. Everyeye.it
    Feb 10, 2021
    88
    While the difference in tone and gameplay between the two games is quite apt, on the other hand, the global superiority of Super Mario 3D World compared to the new adventure is also evident, which ends up turning out to be an appendix or a little more. The effect is that of a very solid pairing, which once again celebrates the undisputed supremacy of the Big N in the platforming world.
  7. IGN
    Feb 10, 2021
    70
    Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury packs a tonne of engaging gameplay, but neither component comes together as elegantly as it might have done. This is a solid option if you’re craving more Super Mario for your Switch, but it’s not the moustachioed must-play I was hoping for.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 257 out of 295
  2. Mixed: 23 out of 295
  3. Negative: 15 out of 295
  1. 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
  2. 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 theBeautiful 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.… Expand
  4. 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 gamepersonally 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,… Expand
  5. Simoss13
    Oct 11, 2021
    9
    Got an opportunity to play 3d World. When getting the Switch game you get the base game and the DLC which is a difference experience I willGot an opportunity to play 3d World. When getting the Switch game you get the base game and the DLC which is a difference experience I will outline at the bottom.
    Starting with 3D world base game, it was an absolute treat. I had much more fun then expected! The levels are well designed and the collectables are MOSTLY obtainable. Basically the game rewards you for exploring. The diversity of the levels create variety of gameplay which is always welcomed.
    When exploring the hub world, there are bonus areas (such as timed challenges and Captain Toad levels) that made it exciting to progress. Occasionally you get bonus rooms to gain some extra lives or power-ups. Speaking of power-ups, although only 5 power-ups, they were diverse, displaying classic power-ups such as the fire flower and original power-ups such as the cat suit. The new power-ups I found to be the most unique throughout.
    I like how you can choose your characters along with the ability to have multiplayer where as many as 4 players at the same time can cause chaos.
    The only issues I had with the game were some collectables were cryptic to find and had on a rare occasion look them up as I wanted to play the final Captain Toad level. I also found about 10 levels had a high difficulty spike and can easily frustrate due to being unexpected. There was a level in World 4 that was more challenging then any level in World 5 (World 5 is my fav World). Despite the levels listed, there was quite a few levels that were too easy and lacked a serious challenge even in areas like World 6, hence the difficulty imbalance. There are special power-up to aid players if they get stuck and die several times.
    Even with it's flaws I highly recommend for a seriously fun time, 86%
    The addition to Bowers Fury was a smart choice. This seriously adds value to the Wii U port making it worthwhile. Think of it as a hybrid to Mario 64 and Mario 3d World. In summary, I loved Bower's Fury! Dare I say, more than Mario Odyssey. Reason being is each main collectable (shrine), had a task to complete to get it and were consistent in challenge and difficulty. There was one shrine I can curse and hate getting, it wasn't hard but super annoying and costs me many attempts. Otherwise my main complaint is, I wanted more and hope they expand on this concept. It took me about 10 hours to 100% Bowsers Fury and would encourage all to do try it out. 97%    … Expand
  6. hector_bcn98
    Jul 26, 2023
    9
    Extraordinario Mario en 3D por tres aspectos: sencillez, brevedad y exploración. Anima a completarlo al 100% sin perder ni un ápice deExtraordinario Mario en 3D por tres aspectos: sencillez, brevedad y exploración. Anima a completarlo al 100% sin perder ni un ápice de diversión en cada uno de sus niveles. La aportación de Bowser's Fury no está a la misma altura, claro, pero suma.… Expand
  7. yangfanhong
    Jul 3, 2023
    8
    Bowser’s fury is such a wonderful game. I hope it would be expanded into a full size title.
  8. captbuzz
    Apr 24, 2022
    0
    One of the best platforming games I've played since Super Mario Galaxy its very fun and addictive Once you start playing you want to finish it.

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#5 Best Switch Game of 2021
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#5 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2021