New Super Mario Bros. U

 Wii U
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8.0

Generally favorable reviews- based on 961 Ratings

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  3. Negative: 70 out of 961
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  1. LuigiCuau
    Nov 24, 2014
    10
    Wii U sale a la luz con un excelente juego de lanzamiento, este Mario supera al de Wii con mejores niveles, mas creativos, y ver a Mario por primera vez en HD, el OST es muy bueno y parece un Super Mario World HD, es un excelente juego, un Mario por excelencia, hermosos paisajes, mundos, y la batalla final es épica.

    Lo único malo es que para ser un juego de Miyamoto y para Wii U no trae    Wii U sale a la luz con un excelente juego de lanzamiento, este Mario supera al de Wii con mejores niveles, mas creativos, y ver a Mario por primera vez en HD, el OST es muy bueno y parece un Super Mario World HD, es un excelente juego, un Mario por excelencia, hermosos paisajes, mundos, y la batalla final es épica.

    Lo único malo es que para ser un juego de Miyamoto y para Wii U no trae nada de innovador con el game pad, poner plataformas te aburre después de jugar 2 niveles, muy pobre el uso de game pad. este juego es de 9.5 pero no puedo calificarlo así    … Expand
  2. Donkey-Kong
    Jul 18, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Do you want play a great classic game? Just you play with New Super Mario Bros U. I loved the levels and the boss battle (the final stage it's epic!). Also the DLC called New Super Luigi Bros U is awesome. High recommended.… Expand
  3. Digibutter64
    Sep 21, 2015
    8
    In my opinion, it's not the best 2D Mario platformer out there, but New Super Mario Bros. U manages to entertain thanks to its new features (challenge mode is a highlight) and HD graphics that make excellent use of the Wii U hardware, which is a good sign for a launch game.
  4. GamecubeLover
    Jul 21, 2016
    10
    The 2nd best Wii U platformer is this one and it isn't really the same of the "new mario" game series. The levels and the controls as well as the music is perfect!
  5. Mariomaster63
    Sep 2, 2016
    7
    This game is pure HD and instead of worlds, you actually have names! Finally! You also can go up to FIVE players instead of 4. The challenges are quite a challenge and you know the graphics are outstanding. But it lacks nostalgia.
  6. TatsMcGee
    Sep 8, 2018
    7
    What Kind of Adventure?

    2-D Platforming adventure Was it fun? I have never been a huge fan of 2-D Mario games but this is well done and probably my favorite one, I have ever played. Are there any similar games? Any other Super Mario Bros or Donkey Kong Tropical Freeze. Favorite Character? Playing as single player, I had to play as Mario so I guess its an easy choice,    What Kind of Adventure?

    2-D Platforming adventure

    Was it fun?

    I have never been a huge fan of 2-D Mario games but this is well done and probably my favorite one, I have ever played.

    Are there any similar games?

    Any other Super Mario Bros or Donkey Kong Tropical Freeze.

    Favorite Character?

    Playing as single player, I had to play as Mario so I guess its an easy choice, Mario.

    Would you play it again?

    No, I had fun but not enough to play again. Its a well made 2-D platformer but unless you want to Speed Run this game, I don’t see a lot people replaying this game.

    Any Complaints?

    Some of the levels got really hard, I understand thats how Mario games go but by the end, I was pulling out my hair a bit. Also I wasn’t a huge fan of Nintendo really pushing the Mii Verse. After every level, it asked me if I wanted to post something on the Mii Verse. There should be a way to turn that off.

    How many hours did you play it?

    It took me approximately 10-11 hours to beat the whole game.    … Expand
  7. WilliamReviews
    Oct 28, 2018
    1
    This game is basically, just New Super Mario Bros Wii, but on the Wii U, it's just too repetitive
  8. hirschlord
    Mar 16, 2019
    2
    only better than new mario on wii .. where are all the good ideas and improvement from old games ? i want a nice painted game like supermario world or mario land 2
  9. RedXTL
    Oct 31, 2019
    2
    This is a horrible game. It is just the older ones with different stages. At least with the wii version the final boss was unique in how to defeat him. But in this game he is just a little bit bigger. The stages aren't good, The multiplayer focus isn't great.
  10. Kacak321
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good game........................................ .........................!… Expand
  11. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    8
    El clásico for wii U. An old school super mario. Fun and addictive. Essential.
  12. Nico49
    Jun 13, 2020
    8
    The game is good and entertainment. The Coin Hunt-Mode is very funny. I like the game.
  13. JorgeHakurei
    Sep 23, 2020
    0
    No lo compren banda, ta bien feo. Es lo mismo pero ya no está padre, se controla bien feo en el multijugador.
  14. hector_bcn98
    Oct 31, 2022
    8
    Muy bueno para jugar en solitario, notable para cooperativo local, a cuatro mandos haciendo el burro.
  15. grimreapersims
    Jan 6, 2022
    8
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  16. Shunior
    Apr 4, 2022
    2
    Es casi un mod de New Mario Bros DS (creo que Nintendo creo al Mario Maker cuando desarolló esa serie). Si te has juagado cualquiera NEW Mario Bros (DS, Wii, 3DS Wii U, Swicth) no hace falta jugar otro, son literalmente lo mismo. Si juegas Mario Bros 1, Mario Bros 3 y Mario World veras que son juegos muy distintos en mecanicas, fisicas estetica, porpuestas, pero aqui no, la serie new esEs casi un mod de New Mario Bros DS (creo que Nintendo creo al Mario Maker cuando desarolló esa serie). Si te has juagado cualquiera NEW Mario Bros (DS, Wii, 3DS Wii U, Swicth) no hace falta jugar otro, son literalmente lo mismo. Si juegas Mario Bros 1, Mario Bros 3 y Mario World veras que son juegos muy distintos en mecanicas, fisicas estetica, porpuestas, pero aqui no, la serie new es siempre la misma wea!… Expand
  17. firelink88
    Apr 18, 2023
    9
    I'll give this game a 97%. Nintendo did an excellent job making this game compared to New Super Mario Bros. 2 not being that good of a Mario game in my opinion. This game is more similar to New Super Mario Bros Wii and brought back the Penguin Suit from that game. There are so many unique worlds to go to. Trying to collect star coins throughout the game is a blast! The Acorn suit is aI'll give this game a 97%. Nintendo did an excellent job making this game compared to New Super Mario Bros. 2 not being that good of a Mario game in my opinion. This game is more similar to New Super Mario Bros Wii and brought back the Penguin Suit from that game. There are so many unique worlds to go to. Trying to collect star coins throughout the game is a blast! The Acorn suit is a great power-up to use and you can use it to help you collect star coins in certain places as well!… Expand
  18. Kdog152
    Dec 19, 2022
    9
    Petty decent game just as most of the Mario bros are, However, I do wish that Nintendo would change up the world themes for once because it does get boring seeing the same thing again and again. What is cool though, is how every level and world has its own unique name for the first time in the series and I do like how the whole 9 world map is all interconnected. The level design is stillPetty decent game just as most of the Mario bros are, However, I do wish that Nintendo would change up the world themes for once because it does get boring seeing the same thing again and again. What is cool though, is how every level and world has its own unique name for the first time in the series and I do like how the whole 9 world map is all interconnected. The level design is still good and enjoyable. I like the different kind of abstract art style of some of the levels in Soda jungle (world 5) as it looks real cool and kind of like your inside an old painting. Nintendo should definitely use that idea again. The multi player mode is classic as it could be a bonding with friends experience or it could cause fights between them. The propeller suit (though it is severely underused in this game as you can only access it in world 9), ice flower and penguin suits return as power ups in this game along side the new Squirrel suit that makes you able to glide for a short time and they are all fun to use. The music is also decent as well. This game is definitely a huge step up from its mediocre predecessor New super Mario bros 2 on the 3ds. The introduction to baby Yoshi's is also a really cool idea and they are all unique and fun to use. The addition of New super Luigi U is also great as it adds difficulty to this relatively easy game and the challenge mode is fun as well.… Expand
  19. Jacob143
    Aug 1, 2023
    5
    This game is so mediocre. It can be fun yes but it doesn't change that this game just feels like New Super Mario Bros Wii dlc in hd with only a couple new powerups and they charged $60 for this. Do not play this just play New Super Mario Bros on the DS or Wii those are actually original and having actual new stuff in them. Do not recommend
  20. MediaFreak
    Jun 21, 2013
    8
    The best 2D mario yet, but I think 2D mario has had it's day. A lot of the stuff is the same thing we've seen a million times before. However crisps HD graphics and the co-op gameplay involving the gamepad make it a good game worht playing.
  21. Mandulum
    Apr 8, 2019
    7
    Favorite Thing: It makes for some good couch coop.
    Least Favorite Thing: Not much has changed since the last time I played a side scrolling Mario game. That was in the late 80s.

    Date Completed: 2019-04-03
    Playtime: 10h
    Enjoyment: 7/10
    Recommendation: It's okay but better with others.
  22. SwitSwat
    Jul 31, 2014
    9
    It's not anything new in the Mario franchise. Although I must say, the Wii U graphics make it looks pretty good. It's decent if you play alone, but it's obviously much more fun if you play with friends. And now, 5 players can play, with the one using the Gamepad serving as a 'boost' by putting blocks in strategic places to help players over pits or other dangers and by pushing awayIt's not anything new in the Mario franchise. Although I must say, the Wii U graphics make it looks pretty good. It's decent if you play alone, but it's obviously much more fun if you play with friends. And now, 5 players can play, with the one using the Gamepad serving as a 'boost' by putting blocks in strategic places to help players over pits or other dangers and by pushing away enemies. It's certainly not the best Mario platformer, but it's a pretty good Wii U title. 9/10… Expand
  23. Jacer200
    Jan 5, 2014
    8
    This was just a great fun little game to play. The art style and music is top notch. The only reason I didn't score this games higher was the total length and difficulty. This game will only take you about 5-6hrs. to beat and the level difficulty is so easy a 5 year old can play (they did that on purpose so they can). This is a great start to Mario in HD hopefully some tougher games comeThis was just a great fun little game to play. The art style and music is top notch. The only reason I didn't score this games higher was the total length and difficulty. This game will only take you about 5-6hrs. to beat and the level difficulty is so easy a 5 year old can play (they did that on purpose so they can). This is a great start to Mario in HD hopefully some tougher games come in the future.

    PS.
    The homage to old school Mario at the end was awesome    … Expand
  24. vkaraujo
    Aug 19, 2013
    9
    Great game. Yes, it is an old formula, but still a amazing one. It looks beautiful in HD and the challenges make a great bonus. The multiplayer with gamepad feels a little like cheating, but even with that the game can be challenging sometimes.
  25. Vanpire73
    May 2, 2014
    7
    "It's a meeeee, a Mario for the trillionth a tiiiiime, only in a H a D a!!!!", said Mario. Nothing you haven't seen before, except for the HD part of it.
  26. ricklongo
    Jun 27, 2013
    8
    As you should know by mereling reading the game's name, New Super Mario Bros U is more of the same 2D platforming magic that started making waves more than 25 years ago.

    As the first Mario adventure on the Wii U, it adds the allure of HD graphics for the first time in the franchise's history. It also cleverly brings back a more fluid overworld, in the style of SNES classic Super Mario    As you should know by mereling reading the game's name, New Super Mario Bros U is more of the same 2D platforming magic that started making waves more than 25 years ago.

    As the first Mario adventure on the Wii U, it adds the allure of HD graphics for the first time in the franchise's history. It also cleverly brings back a more fluid overworld, in the style of SNES classic Super Mario World, and it's incredible how that change alone manages to push the sense of immersion way past the 3DS counterpart, New Super Mario Bros 2.

    Aside from that, there is little true innovation here. We get a new power up that transforms Mario into a flying squirrel, but it packs a sense of déjà-vu thanks to the classic raccoon suit. There's a new character as well, the rabbit-like thief Nabbit, who should pack enough charm to keep showing up in future Mario-related games.

    As much as I would like to be blown away by a super-novel Mario 2D adventure, though, it's hard to complain much about this game. Fans of the genre should be satisfied with the tried-and-true action sequences, and should spend quite a few hours looking for star coins and secret exits. Aside from the main story mode, you should find plenty of extra challenges here as well, both for single-player and multiplayer experiences. And yes, getting to play with your own Mii is priceless.

    Especially given the lack of new releases for the Wii U, New Super Mario Bros U should be a part of pretty much every early collection for the platform.    … Expand
  27. GoombaJMR
    Jul 11, 2015
    7
    A polished but somewhat bland game released as a launch title for the Wii U. New Super Mario Bros U does a good job of maintaining the good gameplay of the NSMB series. I'd have to say that it's nothing really new, and nothing really too special. The length is pretty short unfortunately, and the music, while somewhat new, is still more of the rehashed music that we've heard many years ago.A polished but somewhat bland game released as a launch title for the Wii U. New Super Mario Bros U does a good job of maintaining the good gameplay of the NSMB series. I'd have to say that it's nothing really new, and nothing really too special. The length is pretty short unfortunately, and the music, while somewhat new, is still more of the rehashed music that we've heard many years ago. I recommend getting the game if you're a fan of mario platform games, but not if you're expecting a good story, a long campaign, or something really new from the NSMB series. The revamped world map system, however, is pretty cool!

    Gameplay: 8.5/10
    Story: 3/10
    Music: 6.5/10
    Presentation: 9.5/10
    Length: 6/10
    Overall: 7.5/10    … Expand
  28. Richith
    Jan 13, 2014
    8
    This game is so much fun to play. This is one of the best side scrolling platformer's around today. The graphics are very colourful and fun to look at and the variety in environments is very nice as well. Using the different power ups is as fun as ever. The difficulty is just right and for people who may be less skilled there is a super guide mode where the game shows you how to getThis game is so much fun to play. This is one of the best side scrolling platformer's around today. The graphics are very colourful and fun to look at and the variety in environments is very nice as well. Using the different power ups is as fun as ever. The difficulty is just right and for people who may be less skilled there is a super guide mode where the game shows you how to get through or level or you can just let it do it for you instead so it doesn't get too frustrating.

    There's not much else to say really this is good old Mario, the gameplay just gets better and better...    … Expand
  29. camilosanchez16
    Jun 22, 2013
    8
    It's amazing to see Mario in HD, plus it's quite interesting the idea of ​​a unified world and complete full integration with Miiverse. The idea of not being able to use the Wii U GamePad for anything in single player mode is a little bit disappointing and would have been better if in the multiplayer mode, a player could control a character. Overall, not the best Mario game, but if theIt's amazing to see Mario in HD, plus it's quite interesting the idea of ​​a unified world and complete full integration with Miiverse. The idea of not being able to use the Wii U GamePad for anything in single player mode is a little bit disappointing and would have been better if in the multiplayer mode, a player could control a character. Overall, not the best Mario game, but if the best game of Wii U so far.… Expand
  30. G-Car
    Jun 24, 2013
    9
    when the wii u came out i said to myself im not going to spend 60 dollars on a mario game because i already know what to expect..... then i needed something to play with my girlfriend so i spent the 60 dollars. She did not get to play at all i thought this game was absolutely incredible especially in level design. I'm just going to go ahead and say it i believe this game is AS GOOD aswhen the wii u came out i said to myself im not going to spend 60 dollars on a mario game because i already know what to expect..... then i needed something to play with my girlfriend so i spent the 60 dollars. She did not get to play at all i thought this game was absolutely incredible especially in level design. I'm just going to go ahead and say it i believe this game is AS GOOD as super mario world on SNES (yea the greatest side scrolling mario of all time) Not to mention its really fun to play with 4 other people, the person using the game pad gives the game an entirely new feel because he or she can either help you out or they can completely screw you over! For 60 bucks its totally worth it not to mention New luigi U is out now so if you beat it quick theres a whole new set of 80 redone levels for you to play)… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

7
#7 Best Wii U Game of 2012
2
#2 Most Discussed Wii U Game of 2012
1
#1 Most Shared Wii U Game of 2012

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84

Generally favorable reviews - based on 70 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 65 out of 70
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 70
  3. Negative: 0 out of 70
  1. Armchair Empire
    Feb 21, 2013
    90
    Everyone gets a chance to play and interact and have fun. Really, that’s what Nintendo excels at, getting everyone involved and allowing childish enthusiasm to file down the sharp corners of the vexation of adulthood and life experience. New Super Mario Bros. U does that very thing.
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  2. Universo Nintendo
    Feb 19, 2013
    90
    Yes, the new 2D adventure is not a demonstration of Wii U's potential, but it's extremely competent as a plataformer, adding some elements that probably will accompany the series in the future and making, though perhaps unconsciously with its final boss, the eyes of players sparkle and give us a taste of what to expect of Mario in its next tridimensional adventure.
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  3. Riot Pixels
    Feb 14, 2013
    77
    No matter how much content is recycled here, New Super Mario Bros. U is a gem in Wii U’s launch line-up. Problem is, there is nothing that sets it apart from a long line of its predecessors.
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