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. PhoneTheo
    Sep 4, 2023
    10
    So Goos Game
  2. Porcupine2009
    Aug 13, 2023
    9
    I have very vivid memories of playing this game back in, what, 2013? Amazing game! Not without a few bugs and flaws, of course, but still a great game nonetheless. The story is fine, the gameplay is amazing, and overall it's a hyperload of nostalgia for me. 9.8/10.
  3. 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
  4. RTCWFAN
    Jul 7, 2023
    9
    Fantastic Mario platformer, that includes the innovative Wii U controls perfectly. The couch coop is just great fun! Overall rating: 8.8
  5. blinkmass
    Jun 23, 2023
    7
    A good game, but in retrospect, a terrible launch title for the Wii U. It did a poor job demonstrating the console's capabilities, both in terms of HD graphics and utilizing the GamePad in a compelling way. Not to mention the fact that it released the same year as NSMB2, cannibalizing sales between both games. This was never going to be a system seller, (which a first-party launch titleA good game, but in retrospect, a terrible launch title for the Wii U. It did a poor job demonstrating the console's capabilities, both in terms of HD graphics and utilizing the GamePad in a compelling way. Not to mention the fact that it released the same year as NSMB2, cannibalizing sales between both games. This was never going to be a system seller, (which a first-party launch title should be) considering there were three cheaper, practically identical alternatives available on other consoles.

    If this game has anything going for it, it's the challenge mode. I sunk 15+ hours into finishing that alone, and I enjoyed it considerably more than the main campaign. However, there's really not much else notable about it in comparison to the other games in the series, which appears to be a running theme. The NSMB series is so overdone at this point (and was 11 years ago) and this isn't the big refresh 2D Mario needed and the Wii U deserved, which we seem to be finally getting with Super Mario Bros. Wonder.    … Expand
  6. philsom
    Jun 15, 2023
    9
    For me the best game of the New 2d series, great music and level design as always. Very pretty graphics too.
  7. sparkyLELEK
    May 31, 2023
    10
    I just had a Great time playing it and searching for everything the Wii U Gamepad was used well, I think.
  8. Eny2505
    Apr 23, 2023
    8
    EVEN MORE of the same stuff. We reached a point where its getting really boring now. It is still really fun to play but its so repetitive. Bonus points for multiplayer options and challenge mode. Underwhelming launch title for the Wii U.
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. lolzliam
    Dec 5, 2022
    0
    i love this game on the wii u i havent 100%ed it and its also my first i want new super lugei u but this will do as one of my favorite wii u games
  12. Theperson
    Nov 3, 2022
    4
    Luigi's a **** in this game and that makes me have jaundice. Btw have you ever played gex
  13. hector_bcn98
    Oct 31, 2022
    8
    Muy bueno para jugar en solitario, notable para cooperativo local, a cuatro mandos haciendo el burro.
  14. Derpcat
    Oct 10, 2022
    7
    New Super Mario Bros U came out in the same year as New Super Mario Bros. 2. As a Wii U launch game, it got more copies bought that it would have if it was not a launch game. Right now, you’re probably saying,”Say that again?” It sold better then it should’ve. Does it hold up today?

    The story is a little bit different. Instead, PEACH’s castle was taken over. Well, story never defines a    New Super Mario Bros U came out in the same year as New Super Mario Bros. 2. As a Wii U launch game, it got more copies bought that it would have if it was not a launch game. Right now, you’re probably saying,”Say that again?” It sold better then it should’ve. Does it hold up today?

    The story is a little bit different. Instead, PEACH’s castle was taken over. Well, story never defines a platforming game (Much less a Mario game). The gameplay is the same as it always was, and they added a minimal amount of new gimmicks, which really brought the game down. I’m starting to feel like this is just New Super Mario Bros. Wii. There is one new power up and an “infinite” version of that same power up. The Nabbit chases were probably the only original part.

    The overall presentation is good, just not memorable. The locations are the same as in Wii and 2. There’s nothing that really stood out to me. The soundtrack is bah-bah-boring, and most of the songs are old, and the new ones are bah remixes of the original Super Mario Bros. soundtrack.

    There is quite a bit of content. 3 stars in every level, and if you get a world, you get an extra level. There are some other challenge modes which are a lot of fun, but they are limited and they’re nothing you can’t make in Mario Maker. There are also battle modes against your friends, which I never played because I will never play a 2d platformer with friends.

    This game is so similar to Wii, it should be called New Super Mario Bros: Wiihash. If you don’t own any other 2d Mario game or Mario Maker, then maybe you should get this. Not on the Switch though…    … Expand
  15. Jattaman
    Oct 8, 2022
    7
    Episodio divertente e colorato, giocabile anche in più persone.
    Un platform 2D che segue i classici episodi di Mario, con grafica colorata e ottima giocabilità.
  16. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    7
    ‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎
  17. Ebip
    Jun 13, 2022
    8
    A Good 2D Mario.Unpopular opinion but this Is the best NSMB game.the world Is connected like SMW the New Power up Is great and the level design Is Golden.The bosses are generic and the music Is catchy but Not the best thing in the Franchise.The Challenges are fun
  18. 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
  19. Skyrus
    Mar 24, 2022
    7
    New Super Mario Bros. U is a gem in the Wii U Library and is a must for all Mario fans that own a Wii U. Though the game isn't that different from it's previous titles like New Super Mario Bros Wii. however the game is still filled with some new features like challenge mode and the Game Pad's features that include helping players out by adding platforms and the interactive Boost modeNew Super Mario Bros. U is a gem in the Wii U Library and is a must for all Mario fans that own a Wii U. Though the game isn't that different from it's previous titles like New Super Mario Bros Wii. however the game is still filled with some new features like challenge mode and the Game Pad's features that include helping players out by adding platforms and the interactive Boost mode (which sadly I haven't tried out yet due to that I wanted to play the game by myself). It may be a bit disappointing that Nintendo played it safe once again but this is still a solid Mario Title despite that.… Expand
  20. grimreapersims
    Jan 6, 2022
    8
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  21. TeaFan556
    Dec 19, 2021
    7
    {RU]
    Говорю честно, играть в соло очень скучно. Если вы уже набили руку в этой серии, тогда она не особо уникальная. НО! Если проходите её в мультиплеере, тогда получити незабываемый фан. Как-то так :3
  22. BeeSting1
    Nov 26, 2021
    6
    This was the last 2D Mario platformer of my marathon. How did it end? Not bad. There was a “new” flying squirrel power up. But really, it was nothing more than a tanooki rip off without the tail whip. I liked how I could view the entire hub world right off the bat, cause it gave me a sense of what to expect, and allowed me to better manage the power ups I had in storage. Speaking of that.This was the last 2D Mario platformer of my marathon. How did it end? Not bad. There was a “new” flying squirrel power up. But really, it was nothing more than a tanooki rip off without the tail whip. I liked how I could view the entire hub world right off the bat, cause it gave me a sense of what to expect, and allowed me to better manage the power ups I had in storage. Speaking of that. The green toad houses put me in a small mini game where two cannons shot 1-ups and bowser faces. Every 1-up I got was a +1 life, and every Bowser I got was a -1 life. The problem was the hitboxes on these cannon balls. Here, you can clearly see the 1-up intercept Toad’s body, yet it wasn’t captured. And another one here. This happened multiple times. I know this was just a bonus mini game, but it none the less still infuriated me cause I got a couple game overs because I was short a life or two, which could have been avoided if the mini game wasn’t broken. Plus, this game reused the bull **** saving system as the other New Super Mario Brother games, meaning I could only save after boss fights. So game overs were extra punishing.

    Aside from that, the game basically reiterated most of New Super Mario Bros Wii. Though I did like the obstacle design in this one more. Namely, the long retracting platforms that quite a few levels had. The haunted mansions were never my favorite, and it was no exception here. Like this one in world 6. I was stumped for so long. Had the timer run out multiple times, only to learn the solution was to walk into a wall that actually wasn’t a wall. Sure, this has always been a trademark for the mansions, but I’m sick of it. Forcing the player to randomly walk into walls to progress isn’t fun, at least not for me. A little hint of where the false wall is would have been great.

    I don’t know what they can change, but the side scrolling Mario series needs a change. The kind of change we saw from Super Mario 64 to Super Mario Sunshine...then to Galaxy. The “New” Super Mario Bros series isn’t NEW anymore. The title is a blatant lie. It has turned into the Nintendo version of the Call of Duty series. I want something new. Now, the Super Mario Maker series is great, which I’m not getting into in this video, cause that’s more of a player created content peer to peer game. Nintendo, please put an end to the New Super Mario Bros series. I want a truly NEW side scrolling Mario platforming experience.    … Expand
  23. B-Bog
    Aug 25, 2021
    4
    How a game as generic, lackluster, and generally unremarkable and boring as this one can obtain a metascore of 84 and a user score of 8.0 is totally beyond me. If you instructed an AI to make a 2D Mario game, this is probably what it would come up with. There are absolutely no surprises to be had here, no new ideas. In fact, the gap in imagination and creativity between the 3D and modernHow a game as generic, lackluster, and generally unremarkable and boring as this one can obtain a metascore of 84 and a user score of 8.0 is totally beyond me. If you instructed an AI to make a 2D Mario game, this is probably what it would come up with. There are absolutely no surprises to be had here, no new ideas. In fact, the gap in imagination and creativity between the 3D and modern 2D Mario games is close to unfathomable.

    The graphics are sub-par even for the Wii U, the music is the most generic drivel imaginable (the Wii U eShop Theme is 10 times better than any song in this game lol), and the level design is incredibly unimaginative. Add to that the typical 2D Mario problems of incredibly slippery movement and inconsequential collectibles and I found very little incentive to keep playing and even finish this game.    … Expand
  24. Owen76287
    Feb 10, 2021
    8
    This game is a flawless 2D platformer. The length difficulty and content are perfect. People only hate this game because it's not original, and I completely agree with that statement. The game was released at a time when a Mario game came every year, and it doesn't help that it was released on the Wii U. It s an amazing experience, but for many it just came out at the wrong time and place.This game is a flawless 2D platformer. The length difficulty and content are perfect. People only hate this game because it's not original, and I completely agree with that statement. The game was released at a time when a Mario game came every year, and it doesn't help that it was released on the Wii U. It s an amazing experience, but for many it just came out at the wrong time and place. If you want to play the game than I encourage you to do so, but not for $60, find a discounted Wii U version rather than the Switch port.… Expand
  25. GameDudeGuy
    Feb 4, 2021
    5
    this is the worst new series game for me out of the bunch i really dont like this game its sucks
  26. 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.
  27. LeoChikis
    Jun 23, 2020
    7
    this was the very first Mario game I´ve ever played and, well, it was ok the first time, but after playing other Mario games this one is kinda bad, is fun to play but it´s just more of the same. Right now is just another Mario game.
  28. Nico49
    Jun 13, 2020
    8
    The game is good and entertainment. The Coin Hunt-Mode is very funny. I like the game.
  29. 100percenter
    May 6, 2020
    10
    Fun and creative game. Every level utilized mechanics in different ways to make each level seem distinct and new. I find myself replaying this game often with new challenges every time. Like I’ll try speedruns, no power ups, no running, etc. while I do like making up my own challenges, it’s still fun to just play the game how it was intended. I also admire the fact that the gameFun and creative game. Every level utilized mechanics in different ways to make each level seem distinct and new. I find myself replaying this game often with new challenges every time. Like I’ll try speedruns, no power ups, no running, etc. while I do like making up my own challenges, it’s still fun to just play the game how it was intended. I also admire the fact that the game acknowledges you when you actually 100% the game. They gift you little certificates and I just think that’s sweet.… Expand
  30. ChesterField
    May 1, 2020
    8
    El clásico for wii U. An old school super mario. Fun and addictive. Essential.
  31. Kacak321
    Apr 10, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Good game........................................ .........................!… Expand
  32. SirSoil
    Feb 28, 2020
    4
    New Super Mario Bros U is an attempt to just sell another Mario platformer for the Wii U it works but, it’s completely boring. The graphics look nice with cool characters to chose from. But the levels and platforming it self is boring and uninspired, the levels sometimes feel the same the bosses are okay nothing interesting really. Even the additional modes are just whatever missions thatNew Super Mario Bros U is an attempt to just sell another Mario platformer for the Wii U it works but, it’s completely boring. The graphics look nice with cool characters to chose from. But the levels and platforming it self is boring and uninspired, the levels sometimes feel the same the bosses are okay nothing interesting really. Even the additional modes are just whatever missions that just give you some random star as reward that doesn’t do **** This game is just a medicore Mario platform with no inspiration and no charm it’s boring repetitive and I bet even Mario fans wanna forget it even existed. (Medicore 2/5) Play It If Your A Fan Of The Series… Expand
  33. CB186
    Jan 5, 2020
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. New Super Mario Bros. U is a good game. While it feels incredibly similar to the Wii version, the new additions to this game are very good at changing the gameplay.

    The Super Acorn has got to be one of the best power ups we have seen in 2D Mario and with the Propeller Mushroom and Penguin Suit also returning, the selection of power-ups here is very good. While the story is basically non-existent, Bowser kidnapped Peach, get her back. The final boss takes place in Peach's Castle as Bowser takes over the castle, transforming it into one more suitable for him. This is a nice change from the standard plan of the Koopa King but still pretty generic. However, the final boss itself is something special. I won't spoil it but it is one of the best final bosses in 2D Mario to date.

    However, other bosses are truly forgettable. The Koopalings are back from New Super Mario Bros. Wii and aside from in World 7 (Ludwig) none of them really put up a good fight. The level design is also pretty weak. The levels are good but very samey. Multiple levels feel the same.

    Overall, this is a great addition to the Mario franchise but not the go to experience on the Wii U.    … Expand
  34. Janek1907
    Dec 27, 2019
    9
    The best 2d Mario of all time. I had very much fun while playing. One of the best games for WiiU.
  35. joel_tdl
    Dec 21, 2019
    7
    La siguiente reseña fue publicada originalmente en 3djuegos:

    Más de lo mismo JUGABILIDAD: Una jugabilidad simple y sencilla que no pretende cambiar nada, sino mantenerse en la formula ganadora que Nintendo encontró hace tantos años. El juego es divertido, y de eso se trata. Dicho eso no hay mucho más que agregar, en ninguno de los apartados. GRÁFICOS: MarioU no intenta    La siguiente reseña fue publicada originalmente en 3djuegos:

    Más de lo mismo

    JUGABILIDAD:
    Una jugabilidad simple y sencilla que no pretende cambiar nada, sino mantenerse en la formula ganadora que Nintendo encontró hace tantos años. El juego es divertido, y de eso se trata.

    Dicho eso no hay mucho más que agregar, en ninguno de los apartados.

    GRÁFICOS:
    MarioU no intenta sobresalir en el apartado gráfico, no obstante hay algunos fondos bastante agradables a la vista, si bien no es nada especial o que nos quite el aliento como lo han logrado otras producciones en 2D.

    SONIDO:
    De nuevo, nada especial

    INNOVACIÓN:
    Tal cual el titulo de la reseña. MarioU es divertido sí, pero deja en claro la falta de creatividad en que ha caído Nintendo con la serie.    … Expand
  36. 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.
  37. robertoiglesias
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    New Super Mario Bros. U is probably the best NSMB game. It is very fun, creative, and super. The character selection is good and the levels all feel different and creative. The castle and tower fights are definitely fun, and the Koopalings are more challenging. The artwork is beautiful like 3D World.
    It has 4 of the best worlds in any Mario game:
    Sparkling Waters, the water world with my    New Super Mario Bros. U is probably the best NSMB game. It is very fun, creative, and super. The character selection is good and the levels all feel different and creative. The castle and tower fights are definitely fun, and the Koopalings are more challenging. The artwork is beautiful like 3D World.
    It has 4 of the best worlds in any Mario game:
    Sparkling Waters, the water world with my favorite ghost house level, great underwater levels, and neat overworld levels.
    Frosted Glacier, the snow world with great icy levels, and amazing graphics.
    Peach's Castle, no more Bowser's lava world. It's finally the castle that's the final obstacle. This is great and the levels are a joyride. Plus, the story goes from Peach being kidnapped to the castle being invaded and taken over.
    and the OG Soda Jungle, 4 different creative sections with every level having great designs, especially Painted Swampland and Deepsea Ruins.
    The other worlds, Acorn Plains (no longer the Mushroom Kingdom), Layer Cake Desert, Rock Candy Mines, and Meringue Clouds are also great too.
    The Super Acorn and P Acorn are some of the best power ups and the new running up walls feature for the Mini Mushroom is neat as well.

    I love NSMBU. It's my 2nd favorite main Mario game after Odyssey.    … Expand
  38. Carp64
    Jun 20, 2019
    7
    New Super Mario Bros. U is a good game that has a good story mode and plenty has side modes to play when you finish the story mode and has a decent sound track the main problem is that it feels to similar to the first New Super Mario Bros. game on the DS.
  39. 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.
  40. 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
  41. 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
  42. maps808
    Dec 12, 2018
    10
    Some people say this game is too similar to the Wii installment. Well, I played the Wii game after this one (my disc broke) and I disagree. The controls are sharp on the GamePad, Nabbit minigames are excellent, and the challenge mode is why I consider this game the greatest of all time. My only complaint is that you cannot play multiplayer with the Wii Remotes and the GamePad. Boost modeSome people say this game is too similar to the Wii installment. Well, I played the Wii game after this one (my disc broke) and I disagree. The controls are sharp on the GamePad, Nabbit minigames are excellent, and the challenge mode is why I consider this game the greatest of all time. My only complaint is that you cannot play multiplayer with the Wii Remotes and the GamePad. Boost mode just isn't enough. In conclusion, this game is just plain underrated.… Expand
  43. 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
  44. 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
  45. JPK
    Aug 19, 2018
    9
    Your Typical Terrific Mario Game
    New Super Mario Bros U Has Everything That Makes A Great Mario Game.
  46. SonicSpeedo92
    Jul 12, 2018
    8
    At this point, the series has overstayed its welcome by reusing features from the other New Super Mario Bros. games and downgrading them. But NSMBU is a solid game nonetheless. The levels are quite fun, even though they add nothing new to the table. The new power-up, the Super Acorn, is so fun to use. My biggest problem is that once you play the levels a few times, you won't feel likeAt this point, the series has overstayed its welcome by reusing features from the other New Super Mario Bros. games and downgrading them. But NSMBU is a solid game nonetheless. The levels are quite fun, even though they add nothing new to the table. The new power-up, the Super Acorn, is so fun to use. My biggest problem is that once you play the levels a few times, you won't feel like going back to them. But go ahead and purchase it if you like 2D Mario.… Expand
  47. vvmax
    Jun 1, 2018
    8
    Big improvement over the DS original. Amazing 2D Mario Game for Wii U. There are lots of new power ups, enemies and this is an amazing game
  48. alexstunky
    May 25, 2018
    8
    Aun que sea el típico juego de Mario plataformero, hay que aplaudir que nos sigue divirtiendo, pero lo que si me encanto son sus nuevos modos de juego, nada más que agregar, muy recomendado, divertido y sin duda le dedicaras su tiempo para completar el juego hasta el 100%.
    Gracias Nintendo.
  49. forevernes
    May 20, 2018
    8
    new super mario bros u es mi primer juego de wiiu, excelente juego de plataformas ver a mario por primera ves en hd es increible, nintendo EAD a creado un excelente juego, pero muy poco innovador, trae el exito de wii para wiiu, la banda sonora se me hizo ya muy usada, no quita que sea muy buena, pero reciclar nunca es bueno, ahora los puntos buenos, excelente rejugabilidad, dificultad muynew super mario bros u es mi primer juego de wiiu, excelente juego de plataformas ver a mario por primera ves en hd es increible, nintendo EAD a creado un excelente juego, pero muy poco innovador, trae el exito de wii para wiiu, la banda sonora se me hizo ya muy usada, no quita que sea muy buena, pero reciclar nunca es bueno, ahora los puntos buenos, excelente rejugabilidad, dificultad muy buena de facil a realmente exigente, niveles muy bien logrados y el punto mas fuerte los yoshi bebe me recuerda mucho a mario world esa joya de snes, la batalla contra bowser es una de las mas epicas de la saga, bueno, new super mario es un excelente juego de plataformas pero que falla en la innovaccion se parece mucho al de wii, nota 8,5… Expand
  50. njja02
    May 15, 2018
    6
    The game is fun, especially with co-op. But, the game feels the same as the original game on the DS. Just wish there was more originality.
  51. Kick454
    Apr 30, 2018
    5
    Meh... the only NSMB I don't really like that much. However, there are still things I do like about the game.

    Pros: + Graphics: Wii U games usually look pretty decent, and this one definitely looks better than most. + Baby Yoshis: They're a cool gimmick, but make the game easier than it already is. + Soundtrack: Good, but not great. However I love the grass level theme. Cons: -    Meh... the only NSMB I don't really like that much. However, there are still things I do like about the game.

    Pros:
    + Graphics: Wii U games usually look pretty decent, and this one definitely looks better than most.
    + Baby Yoshis: They're a cool gimmick, but make the game easier than it already is.
    + Soundtrack: Good, but not great. However I love the grass level theme.

    Cons:
    - Almost no Originality: This is a problem within the series as a whole. However, it's not as bad or prominent as in Pokemon.
    - Difficulty: Easy as heck. However, it's still harder than BotW.
    - Level Design: It's... meh.

    Overall, NSMBU isn't a bad game, but it's not good either, and warrants a 5.5/10 from me.    … Expand
  52. Meta1234
    Apr 20, 2018
    4
    Same concept of a game for the trillionth time ever. Fun to play but had it not been for the Nintendo logo they would certainly call it overpriced. 50€ was too much. And no original story too.
  53. ViniOfficial
    Apr 1, 2018
    9
    Graficos lindos, fases divertidas e criativas, musica fantastica, o melhor da saga New e um dos melhores do Wii U!
  54. Yushy
    Mar 16, 2018
    8
    - 8.0 -

    Well, probabilmente uno dei giochi più insignificanti e dimenticati, insieme a Super Mario Bros: 2, anche se onestamente l'ho preferito ad esso ed a Super Mario Bros Wii, i livelli sono decisamente migliori e più enjoinabily, ma oltre questo non è altro che un classico super mario.
  55. FreedomFighters
    Jan 11, 2018
    9
    "New Super Mario Bros. U" was one of the first Nintendo Wii U games released and, for the longest time, one of the only first-party Wii U games released. Overall, even today, now that plenty of other Wii U games have been released, "New Super Mario Bros. U" is still an extremely fun game that I would definitely highly recommend.
    Gorgeous visuals, great level design, fun platforming,    "New Super Mario Bros. U" was one of the first Nintendo Wii U games released and, for the longest time, one of the only first-party Wii U games released. Overall, even today, now that plenty of other Wii U games have been released, "New Super Mario Bros. U" is still an extremely fun game that I would definitely highly recommend.
    Gorgeous visuals, great level design, fun platforming, interesting new items, increased difficulty from previous entries in the franchise and fun new game modes make this a very worthwhile purchase.
    If anything, I feel as though the game still treads some of the same ground as "New Super Mario Bros. Wii" and most of the fun you will get out of the game comes from multiplayer.
    Even so, multiplayer or not, "New Super Mario Bros. U" is a great game that is definitely well-worth purchasing.
    Final rating: 9 out of 10 "Awesome"    … Expand
  56. Sausage22
    Nov 7, 2017
    8
    Best entry in NSMB series, a lot of challenging levels to play. Looks and sounds identical to wii game, preety sad thing. Co-op again is amazing, but only with people that have determination to play it with you.
  57. clay3232
    Oct 31, 2017
    8
    A solid game, but nothing you haven't seen or done before in this series. Super Mario Maker really went on to prove how simple it was for Nintendo when making these titles.
  58. BluesBrothers
    Jul 25, 2017
    6
    New Super Mario Bros. U, while as colorful and charming as ever, in some ways feels like a frame-for-frame retread of it's Wii counterpart. It has the same "Bowser stole peach" story, in the same settings, The same Princess Peach voice over from 2 consoles ago, and let's not forget the Koopalings are back. It does, however, introduce some new elements such as the Gamepad platform-creatingNew Super Mario Bros. U, while as colorful and charming as ever, in some ways feels like a frame-for-frame retread of it's Wii counterpart. It has the same "Bowser stole peach" story, in the same settings, The same Princess Peach voice over from 2 consoles ago, and let's not forget the Koopalings are back. It does, however, introduce some new elements such as the Gamepad platform-creating and Nabbit, along with creative and entertaining boss fights as well. I would only recommend this if you already have a handful of WiiU titles and are looking for a game where you don't have to think too much, especially now that it's on Nintendo Selects for half the price.… Expand
  59. CH513
    Jun 12, 2017
    7
    After Super Mario Galaxy 2, the Mario franchise has suffered a huge downfall, and New Super Mario Bros. U is a clear example of that. First, the story remains the same, EXCEPT for having Peach trapped in her own castle instead of Bowser's. The levels feel repetitive and tedious most of the time. The music is mostly reused music from the Wii installment, with only ONE new song. Having theAfter Super Mario Galaxy 2, the Mario franchise has suffered a huge downfall, and New Super Mario Bros. U is a clear example of that. First, the story remains the same, EXCEPT for having Peach trapped in her own castle instead of Bowser's. The levels feel repetitive and tedious most of the time. The music is mostly reused music from the Wii installment, with only ONE new song. Having the koopalings as bosses for the 3rd time has become annoying. But the reason this game gets a 7/10 is because it has a few strong points. Firstly, the game is hard. Even in world 1 I died quite a few times, and the difficulty increases constantly. The acorn suit is a really cool thing to add to Mario's huge power-up collection. Playing in singleplayer feels very rewarding. Catching Nabbit here and there is a fun twist, and the final boss fight is awesome. Overall, this game is lacking in variety, but the difficulty and fun levels will keep you interested in it for a while.… Expand
  60. spongeswift
    Mar 24, 2017
    7
    You can't deny that you didn't have fun playing but with pretty much the same old same old items and enemies it's undeniable that 2D Mario games are getting old. Some of the new world design is cool and the new level design is amazing but they still really need to part with 2D Mario for the next few years. The boss battle was good and the gameplay was easy but still challenging enough forYou can't deny that you didn't have fun playing but with pretty much the same old same old items and enemies it's undeniable that 2D Mario games are getting old. Some of the new world design is cool and the new level design is amazing but they still really need to part with 2D Mario for the next few years. The boss battle was good and the gameplay was easy but still challenging enough for it to be fun. Overall this a solid Mario game that is a hit or miss for a lot of people.… Expand
  61. Laer
    Mar 14, 2017
    5
    Un Mario de corte clásico, con un apartado gráfico mejorado y un añadido cooperativo a 4 jugadores.

    Cumple con su objetivo, es entretenido, pero no mucho más. Si has jugado a anteriores del mismo estilo, y vas a jugarlo en solitario, no te pierdes nada.
  62. Barnes1987
    Mar 6, 2017
    9
    Another great 2D Mario game for the collection. Not quite as good as some previous entries in the series but still a must own game if you have a Wii U.
  63. BeaQueen
    Mar 4, 2017
    6
    Almost the same game everyone played on Wii. It is a good game, but they didn't add anything special to it. Nintendo, you can do it better than than, come one.
  64. Focaccia
    Feb 22, 2017
    10
    Super Mario Bros U is the best 2D Mario game since Super Mario World, the levels are fun in single player as well as in multi player. The 8 worlds are extremely well organised and the difficulty level for each world is just right. There is a huge variety of power ups therefore enhancing the gameplay. This is the first HD Mario bros and it looks stunning. The controls with the gamepad areSuper Mario Bros U is the best 2D Mario game since Super Mario World, the levels are fun in single player as well as in multi player. The 8 worlds are extremely well organised and the difficulty level for each world is just right. There is a huge variety of power ups therefore enhancing the gameplay. This is the first HD Mario bros and it looks stunning. The controls with the gamepad are original and very easy to master. This is the Wii u's best launch title and one of the best Wii u titles to date.… Expand
  65. joaopontesvaz
    Nov 2, 2016
    8
    Graphics: 8.2 Sound: 8.5 Gameplay: 9 Fun/Story: 8.2

    Like all Mario´s games: colorful, great level design, addicted and intuitive gameplay. Perhaps less repetition and more innovation could raised the score.
  66. Stlouzilla
    Oct 1, 2016
    10
    Quite simply, New Super Mario Bros. U is one of the main reasons to own a Wii U. Never mind the naysayers - it is a dramatic jump forward from New Super Mario Bros on the Wii. HD makes the Mushroom Kingdom pop like never before and the levels and gameplay are more perfectly polished and honed than ever. No body makes platform games like Nintendo and NSMBU is the product of a prize runnerQuite simply, New Super Mario Bros. U is one of the main reasons to own a Wii U. Never mind the naysayers - it is a dramatic jump forward from New Super Mario Bros on the Wii. HD makes the Mushroom Kingdom pop like never before and the levels and gameplay are more perfectly polished and honed than ever. No body makes platform games like Nintendo and NSMBU is the product of a prize runner at their peak.… Expand
  67. LinkxPeach
    Sep 14, 2016
    8
    New Super Mario Bros. U is a fun platform game. But, as you progress throughout the game. Each stage gets too challenging causing you to get hit so frequently and causing you to lose your power-up so quickly and possibly losing so many lives on the same level. It's very hard to received nearly 1 billion score points. This is so frustrating, but the game is great!
  68. 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.
  69. el_Ithur
    Jul 31, 2016
    9
    Entretenido juego, de todos los Mario "new" es el que se siente mas cercano a los de NES en cuanto a la curva de dificultad. Si tienes una wiiU no puedes no tener un mario clásico 2D
  70. 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!
  71. guajefer
    Jul 8, 2016
    6
    I know that Super Mario saga is the most popular in the industry but, I don´t like so much. I´ve beaten the game because of my proud, but I haven´t enjoyed like in other games. That is the typical 2D platform in which uou have to run and jump, no more, unless you get a transformation. Is the same gameplay of every Mario 2D game, so it´s a good but nothing new.
  72. Shadow1
    May 27, 2016
    6
    This game is average as New SMB Wii, but graphics much better than in NSMB Wii . Change are small, but this game not worse than New Super Mario Bros Wii, but not better than NSMB Wii and I think NSMB Wii and U much better than NSMB on DS or NSMB 2 on 3DS, but NSMB 2 on 3DS much better than NSMB on DS . In NSMB U graphics is awesome for 2D Game and multiplayer in NSMB U worse than NSMB Wii,This game is average as New SMB Wii, but graphics much better than in NSMB Wii . Change are small, but this game not worse than New Super Mario Bros Wii, but not better than NSMB Wii and I think NSMB Wii and U much better than NSMB on DS or NSMB 2 on 3DS, but NSMB 2 on 3DS much better than NSMB on DS . In NSMB U graphics is awesome for 2D Game and multiplayer in NSMB U worse than NSMB Wii, but very amazing too and I think is good game, but change with NSMB Wii are small because I rate this game is 6/10 .… Expand
  73. Figster512
    May 21, 2016
    9
    This is one of the hardest Mario games I've played, which is very surprising considering Mario's recent history. The graphics are good and the gameplay is fun but challenging. The 4-player co-op mode returns, with 4 players able to play on the same screen. One new feature that I really like is that one player can use the GamePad while everyone else is playing with Wii Remotes, and theThis is one of the hardest Mario games I've played, which is very surprising considering Mario's recent history. The graphics are good and the gameplay is fun but challenging. The 4-player co-op mode returns, with 4 players able to play on the same screen. One new feature that I really like is that one player can use the GamePad while everyone else is playing with Wii Remotes, and the person using the GamePad can either help or harm the other players by touching the screen to create small platforms. The game doesn't take very long to complete, but there is a $20 DLC pack which gives Luigi his own game. It is called New Super Luigi U. It has just as many levels as the main game, except they are completely different and the levels each last 1 minute. This means you have to speed through the levels with Luigi's slideyness and high jumping. Overall this is another great Mario platformer that's still worth a purchase.… Expand
  74. Roman_Jeros
    Apr 15, 2016
    9
    Muy bueno, pero le falto poquito para ser excelente... El HD le sienta muy bien y en cuanto a la jugabilidad es estupenda... Me hubiera gustado que incluyeran a "Dry Bowser" como jefe final...
  75. EpicLadySponge
    Mar 26, 2016
    8
    Mario's back in another NEW Super Mario Bros. adventure. Only this type, he's going to your Wii U to have the most fun out of any gamer out there possible.
  76. Cosmozerk
    Feb 26, 2016
    8
    New super mario bros u is a good game, but not an amazing one tho.

    STORY: Bowser kidnaps peach and mario must go save, well that didn't take too long. PRESENTATION: Graphics, art direction, and aesthetics everything looks nice, however that's because it looks just like all the other new super mario bros games and aside from some new graphical ideas like the new acuarela type levels    New super mario bros u is a good game, but not an amazing one tho.

    STORY: Bowser kidnaps peach and mario must go save, well that didn't take too long.

    PRESENTATION: Graphics, art direction, and aesthetics everything looks nice, however that's because it looks just like all the other new super mario bros games and aside from some new graphical ideas like the new acuarela type levels and such there's really nothing terribly new, but the game still looks good, it's colorful, it's in HD and for me that's all i need to keep my eyes happy.

    GAMEPLAY: It's pretty much just new super mario bros wii with some "new" things, obviously, mario controls exactly like his wii counterpart, he can jump, run, ground pound and do the spin jump.
    There are some new levels and bosses, but many ideas are ripped right out of new super mario bros wii and the new power ups like the acorn suit along with the P variation aren't enough to make it feel fresh. All the old power ups are back, though you can unlock use the propeller and penguin suit in the special 9th world, yeah that's back too and once again you have to collect all star coins of every level of every world to unlock all the level of the...well 9th world (and no it's not a spoiler because anyone that has played any mario game post super mario world knows that something like this exists).
    The level designs once again are creative and solid and there's secret alternate roots hidden in some levels to get shortcuts to reach bowser a lot earlier, but you will have to play an extra level in order to complete the shortcut. Yoshi is back to give you power ups when you collect 5 fruits , he can eat enemies and do the flutter jump, but now the baby yoshis are back from super mario world and depending on the color they can do a number of things, the yellow ones can illuminate areas, the pink ones can become a balloon and allow you to get multiple jumps in the air, finally the blue one's can shoot bubbles that can convert enemies into coins and you can bounce on them.
    In toad houses you can play minigames to get more power ups (that you can stack up in a bar returning from super mario bros 3) and get extra lives. There's also this nabbits chases where you have to catch a thief named nabbit in order to return the stuff that he robbed to a toad, this is the way that you get the P acorn suit. Enemy battles are back from super mario bros 3 and they behave just like in that game, you enter a battle arena to clear out the enemies in it and if you do it you will get a reward. Finally local 4 player madness it's back and it's more chaotic than ever, now a 5th player can join in on the madness, by placing platforms all over the level....just....don't do it. I can't talk much about the challenge or mii modes because i haven't touched them, but i'm sure they are fun.

    In conclusion New Super Mario Bros U it's a good game, but i don't think it's worth paying full price for it, unlike the title says the game is not that "new" and it really depends on old mechanics in order to have quality and doesn't do anything to set it apart from the wii counterpart, on top of all that the game is not that hard. I managed to remain at above 80 lives in my entire playthrough with it clocking at 12 hours with 100% completion. I feel that if you already have New super mario bros wii, then i say you are not missing on anything, but if you don't and just so happens that you have a wii u....then go ahead pick it up, but only on the cheap. I'll give it a 8/10. It's a good game but nothing spectacular.    … Expand
  77. vinicius77777
    Feb 24, 2016
    8
    esse jogo é divertido e bom pra passar o tempo, relembrar a época dos jogos 2D. ele tem ótimos desafios, ótima trilha sonora, boa jogabilidade. porém perde alguns pontos: continua não dando pra jogar online o modo cassa moedas, isso foi uma coisa que eu reclamei do bros wii e continua no mario bros u. esse foi o maior motivo pra eu não ter dado 10. mas dei 8 pois é um jogo muito bom praesse jogo é divertido e bom pra passar o tempo, relembrar a época dos jogos 2D. ele tem ótimos desafios, ótima trilha sonora, boa jogabilidade. porém perde alguns pontos: continua não dando pra jogar online o modo cassa moedas, isso foi uma coisa que eu reclamei do bros wii e continua no mario bros u. esse foi o maior motivo pra eu não ter dado 10. mas dei 8 pois é um jogo muito bom pra passar o tempo e jogar com os amigos. mas com um modo online ficaria show.… Expand
  78. Forever_Alexone
    Nov 25, 2015
    6
    There's nothing new on this game. It's pretty much the HD version of the Wii version.... It was fun but I got bored of it right away. This game is more difficult which is one of the reasons I didn't like it as much like the Wii version but eh its okay I guess.
  79. ericwithcheese
    Nov 11, 2015
    6
    A few years ago, the New Super Mario series was fresh and fun: the Nintendo DS version was a great throwback while the Wii edition introduced four player madness. But this Wii U title just feels like a "Me, too!" add on that is just routine, more of the same stuff. Not that it doesn't get fun, but there is nothing here that makes this game stand out.
  80. JRRR
    Oct 23, 2015
    9
    This is easily one of the best 2D Mario games ever, up there with SMB3 and SMW. Great graphics, great controls and great level design, easily the best of the "NEW" Mario series, a must buy.
  81. mtg837
    Oct 7, 2015
    10
    Older series' with such a huge swath of fans have a difficult job. They have to both satisfy existing fans by giving them what they expect, while simultaneously innovating enough so that fans don't roll their eyes at the "same old game, repackaged." As any series grows older and older, this tightrope, per se, gets thinner and thinner. With a game as old as Mario, that wire is basicallyOlder series' with such a huge swath of fans have a difficult job. They have to both satisfy existing fans by giving them what they expect, while simultaneously innovating enough so that fans don't roll their eyes at the "same old game, repackaged." As any series grows older and older, this tightrope, per se, gets thinner and thinner. With a game as old as Mario, that wire is basically a piece of spaghetti (yes, that's an Italian joke and no, I don't care.)
    Knowing this, I tried to divorce myself of prior Marios as I played this game and pretend (as best I could) that it was the first in the series. I knew the mental trick wouldn't work entirely, but perhaps it could give me some fresh perspective on what is a very well executed title.
    The story is simple enough: you are Mario, your friends have been captured, and now you have to recapture the mushroom kingdom level by level in order to rescue them. But nobody plays Mario for the story, so let's talk about the rest of the game:
    Graphics are crisp as Mario makes his HD debut, with bright and inviting colors that will immerse you in the 2D world. The music is vintage and the sound effects are satisfying (the woo hoos, the boink as you stomp an enemy koopa, and the whoosh of the flying suit are all fun. I must say, though, the sound of grabbing a star coin (Ching!) is especially satisfying, as is the huge applause you garner when grabbing all three. I seriously could almost feel the pleasure sensor in my brain trigger as I accomplished this feat.)
    Game play is responsive and fluid with almost zero bugs. Mario has all kinds of cool moves to utilize, too -- the jump, the running jump, the double jump, the wall bounce, the ground and pound, the throw, the slide, various powerup moves -- and you'll need them all to get all the unlockables.
    The unlockables brings me to another great aspect of Mario, which is fluid difficulty. As a long time gamer I love super challenging games, but I do sometimes have to knock games that aren't in some way inviting to a novice. What's great about Mario is that even though it has no adjustable difficulty setting, players can adjust it themselves depending on how they want to clear a level. For instance, beating a level while gaining zero stars is somewhere between easy and medium, beating a level while getting all 3 stars is typically between medium and hard, and beating a level while earning all 3 stars as well as unlocking the secret exit is somewhere between hard and extreme.
    I'd have liked one or two more special suits, though the flying squirrel was a blast. Aside from that I really don't have any other negatives.
    Super Mario U, IMO, is a must own title for Wii U users.    … Expand
  82. CntrlAltDel101
    Oct 1, 2015
    9
    Nintendo show us they are the kings of 2D platformers. Brilliant level design and excellent visuals made this game a joy to play.

    The platforming can be challenging but with the excellent LUIGI HELP facility after several failed attempts at a level, even younger player can have the sense of progression and achievement.
  83. 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.
  84. alexssander
    Sep 11, 2015
    10
    a mi personalmente me pareció genial!!! esta nueva entrega de Mario, especialmente por sus Nuevos modos de juego, una manera muy distinta, pero divertida de esta serie de video juegos que es un clásico que ha ido muy bien con sus nuevos títulos incluyendo el New Super Luigi U
  85. Jovialus
    Aug 11, 2015
    8
    It's a great game. I have to admit it looks a lot like it's predecessor on the Wii, in terms of graphics (only now it's in HD) and gameplay. Still, it's a great game and it plays good. There's a good amount of content and especially the levels in Superstar Road are really cool and satisfying to complete.
  86. 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
  87. Ponchitocore
    Jul 13, 2015
    10
    La manera en la que inova el juego com 5 jugadores simultaneos en un juego de plataforma me parece estupenda, el uso de comentarios via online me parece mucho mejor que los logros de microsoft, reperesentando un verdadero reto vivo y constante, sin contar las horas y horas de carcajadas en el multijugador, considero a este juego una pieza que no debe faltar en niguna coleccion!!
  88. 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
  89. TheAdjuster
    Jun 27, 2015
    0
    I am very disappointed in Nintendo for making this game. It plays almost exactly the same as the New SMB for Wii--same sound effects, same music, same graphics (except the upgrade to HD which is not that dramatic given the graphical style of mario games. Miyamoto said he wanted to release a mario game with each new console, which I agree with, but please do so by making a completely newI am very disappointed in Nintendo for making this game. It plays almost exactly the same as the New SMB for Wii--same sound effects, same music, same graphics (except the upgrade to HD which is not that dramatic given the graphical style of mario games. Miyamoto said he wanted to release a mario game with each new console, which I agree with, but please do so by making a completely new game, not by just increasing the difficultu and adding a few things. I don't need my mario games to become ever more complex. I just need them to be FUN. And New SMB Wii U is simply not fun if you've already played New SMB Wii.… Expand
  90. Mariofan
    Apr 23, 2015
    10
    This game is awesome! Best NSMB game of them all! The graphics are amazing! The controls are great. The level designs are all good. This game also introduced someone awesome to the series (Nabbit). New Super Mario Bros U is great to play with friends and you should definitely buy this game!
  91. Beastprogamer
    Mar 1, 2015
    10
    This game is AWESOME!! The graphics,controls,characters,designs,background,etc. are all worth it. The story looks like AFTER New Super Mario Bros. Wii(great game). Please get this game.
  92. Platinumeta
    Feb 13, 2015
    4
    What can be said? What can really be said about this game? Well, for one thing, it really shows that Nintendo don't know what the word "new" means for a start, but let's get into detail.

    Sadly, there's no reason to have any high expectations for this game as it's basically New Super Mario Bros Wii only slightly different. If anything, t's mostly just an expansion pack sold as an actual    What can be said? What can really be said about this game? Well, for one thing, it really shows that Nintendo don't know what the word "new" means for a start, but let's get into detail.

    Sadly, there's no reason to have any high expectations for this game as it's basically New Super Mario Bros Wii only slightly different. If anything, t's mostly just an expansion pack sold as an actual game. New Super Mario Bros. U holds the series back to its roots to create another so-so game that feels rehashed due to not including enough content.

    With rehashes, the game follows such trends by copy pasting graphics, gameplay, music, power-ups and more. It's not that the game is generally bad or unenjoyable, it's just not very much worthwhile. More or less a come and go game.

    Many models are reused which is a darn shame as the Wii U is truly capable of some great visuals, proven by its library of stunning visual masterpieces. This game falls short in that aspect as it pulls over from its Wii counterpart and lacks much appeal, save for some cool backgrounds and an overworld. But past that? Jack all.

    Likewise with the visuals and pretty much else with this game, the gameplay has little to impress or keep you interested. It follows the same control functions as it did previously, which, I wouldn't have minded so much if not for how so few new power-ups appeared and many seemed to disappear. The Propeller and Penguin suits are almost nowhere to be found here, instead the game focuses on a new Squirrel power -up that lets you glide, fall slowly and, for whatever reason lets you stick to a wall for a while that has little no effect on the gameplay. It's standard stuff, nothing amazing, not much impressive and quite predictable. "If it ain't broke don't fix it" you might say? Well guess what? I'm not asking it to be fixed, I'm asking for substance and a game that is actually "new" in more than just one small new obligatory power-up. There's no sense of evolution, no feel of improvement or progression. It's just stuck in the past. The reason we liked Mario then was because it was new then, it was trying new ideas, this one doesn't break boundaries when it comes to beating a dead horse.

    Level designs are the only redeeming quality about the gameplay, while no new enemies appear in particular, the levels are fair enough and deserve some praise. However, boss fights do tend to drag after a while. The Koopalings returning in NSMBW was cool and they all had different gimmicks to them which complimented their personalities. This game takes an even safer route with its same enemy, different dungeon tactic of adding a smaller twist every so often that equates to giving nearly no cares.

    Speaking of which, the music is also so-so and rehashed like always. The music never bothered me but it did manage to bore me after a while, the only time I really cared about the music was because it was there. Why should I care, though? Why should I be immersed on an adventure through the mushroom kingdom to save a princess (AGAIN) from a giant turtle when all I can hear from my music is just some simple carefree stuff? I'm not asking for epic choirs, I'm, again, asking for significance, asking for satisfaction. There's no sense of adventure, just a casual, passive stroll without a care in the world.

    Like I mentioned, the story also remains the same. Bowser kidnaps princess. Mario must save princess. Princess is saved. (Cake.) When it comes to story in these games I wouldn't ask for much to be improved upon just a tad that could make it seem more adventure like, Super Mario 3D Land managed to at least do this with some mild cutscenes (even for how needless they were) they were slightly substantial at least. Here? Nothing. Though, I guess it could also be seen as good that the story doesn't interrupt the gameplay. So I'll give it that.

    But, all in all. New Super Mario Bros. U was a petty launch title. A quick rehash to grab your money from Nintendo. Oh, how the mighty have fallen. From one of the greatest gaming icons to a cheap cash cow. Well done, Nintendo. Well done. Game design is simple and playable, but nothing we haven't already seen. Looking for something new? Don't let the name fool you, or you'll just be disappointed.    … Expand
  93. imoses
    Jan 26, 2015
    9
    If you love 2D mario platformers this is your game! This was the 1st Wii U title I 100%'d, great fun!

    Pros:
    + Clever and imaginative level designs
    + Challenging and rewarding
    + nostalgic

    Con:
    - multiplayer is a bit messy (but still fun!)
  94. youlouz
    Jan 20, 2015
    9
    This is a game that is worth the money easily, just like the first one.

    PROS
    -Graphics were HD
    -easy controls
    -Nice story
    -Fun gameplay

    CONS
    -A little glitchy
  95. DBPirate1129
    Jan 12, 2015
    9
    I got New Super Mario Bros. U as a compilation when I purchased my Wii U. If you want to see my review of New Super Mario Bros. U + New Super Luigi U, please look at that game's page.

    New Super Mario Bros. U was a Wii U launch title that tried but didn't really use the GamePad well. Thankfully, it still has the genius level design like the rest of the New Super Mario series and cheerful    I got New Super Mario Bros. U as a compilation when I purchased my Wii U. If you want to see my review of New Super Mario Bros. U + New Super Luigi U, please look at that game's page.

    New Super Mario Bros. U was a Wii U launch title that tried but didn't really use the GamePad well. Thankfully, it still has the genius level design like the rest of the New Super Mario series and cheerful art style that always keeps me coming back. One of the levels in Soda Jungle (styled like Van Gogh's Starry Night) is particularly beautiful.

    The multiplayer from New Super Mario Bros. Wii is back and its as hectic as ever. It still doesn't really fit my definition of fun but I guess if you have nothing else to do, you should try it out. The Flying Squirrel Acorn is the new power-up in this game. It allows you glide and hang onto walls to hide from enemies. It's really unique and I'd like to see it return in a later Mario game.

    Baby Yoshis also make a return. There are three types: bubble, light, and balloon. The bubble one, as you may have guessed, blows bubbles to trap enemies and turn them into coins. The light one can create a path for you in dark underground levels and the balloon one can help you get to higher places. The Baby Yoshis are a great addition to freshen up the gameplay. One of my few problems with Mario U is that when you get to World 6, there's an insane difficulty spike but that's mostly it.

    Overall, New Super Mario Bros. U is the best in the New Super Mario series and besides the lack of improvement in multiplayer and the difficulty spike, it's not anything you're going to want to miss.    … Expand
  96. ZeekLTK
    Jan 10, 2015
    2
    This game is fun, but I'm giving this a low score for two reasons:

    1) This game is basically the same as the original Wii game, just with different levels and a few slightly new features. 2) The whole reason that Luigi exists is because Nintendo needed a second character for 2-player NES games. They also created Waluigi out of thin-air solely because Wario needed a doubles partner in    This game is fun, but I'm giving this a low score for two reasons:

    1) This game is basically the same as the original Wii game, just with different levels and a few slightly new features.

    2) The whole reason that Luigi exists is because Nintendo needed a second character for 2-player NES games. They also created Waluigi out of thin-air solely because Wario needed a doubles partner in Mario Tennis. So why on earth are we stuck playing with TWO Toads? Why hasn't Nintendo used this opportunity to introduce two new characters to join Mario and Luigi as the "stars" of the game?

    Instead of giving us two brand new characters that could be spun off in a ton of other games (not to mention could help increase the character stable for sporting games; who else is sick of all these "baby" characters in Mario Kart? amiright?) they completely blow it and give us not one, but TWO, Toad characters. LAME

    Oh well, if you've never played the original Wii game, then this would probably be a fun pickup. If you have played the original Wii game, there really is no reason to get this. It probably should have just been cheap DLC, since, again, it's basically the exact same game, just different levels.    … Expand
  97. shado474
    Dec 22, 2014
    7
    The game isn't worse that other games in the Super Mario Bros. series but having all these other interesting games to play as well, I usually don't spend much more than 1 hour of continuous gameplay on that one without feeling like switching to one of the more deeply interesting games. It's a fun hour, but it gets boring after that... I like it that it is more challenging than the 3DS game though.
  98. Red-Opposom-098
    Dec 9, 2014
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Pretty good, innovative, and fun, although I wish the game-pad would count as a player, even though hang on SPOILER ALERT the princess gets captured again and is sent to bowser's new castle, if you ask this must have a great army of builders, he may as well just build a wall outside of his castle, but anyways this game is fun non the less it kinda needs a better story other than save the princess… Expand
  99. 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
  100. sonic4president
    Nov 11, 2014
    9
    Easily the best in the New Super Mario Bros series. Even though it offers almost nothing new, the beautiful graphics from the wii u and the fluent game play makes it easily the best.
  101. timbers_WSU
    Nov 18, 2012
    7
    There is really nothing to say here. If you like 2-D Mario you are gonna like this. It looks great in HD even though some of the backgrounds are a tad boring, the control is fine but it in a 2-D Mario game. The multiplyer which I have only played with one other person is decent but not a big game changer. Actually it feels like a cheat when someone puts up a pad for you. I like the modeThere is really nothing to say here. If you like 2-D Mario you are gonna like this. It looks great in HD even though some of the backgrounds are a tad boring, the control is fine but it in a 2-D Mario game. The multiplyer which I have only played with one other person is decent but not a big game changer. Actually it feels like a cheat when someone puts up a pad for you. I like the mode where the screen goes faster to make the game harder although it picks up the pace after a few hours of play. The story sucks. The music is lame. It is just normal Mario. It feels like I have played this before and I have. On the DS and the Wii. It is a good game but I could live without it and since it is the only exclusive for the system I currently own that is a disappointment. It is a solid Mario game but it isn't as good as Donkey Kong Country Returns and is not even close to the brilliant and more beautiful Rayman Origins. But it is a 2-D Mario game and for most fans it will be enough. Good game. But nothing special or new. I really like the new blue cases. But I was told the Wii U would have a trophy system. Where is it?… Collapse
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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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