Super Mario Galaxy 2

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9.1

Universal acclaim- based on 3070 Ratings

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  1. 4Nick3
    Mar 28, 2018
    10
    Mario Galaxy 2 takes every great thing about its predecessor and makes it even better. In other words: it takes a perfect game and makes it even better.
  2. gold
    Apr 3, 2018
    10
    Ещё лучше, чем первая часть. Дизайн уровней - 10, графика - 8, сюжет - 8.
  3. deathman
    Mar 1, 2018
    10
    es una obra maestra mucho mejor que el uno asombrosa jugabilidad y genial diseño de niveles
  4. 1234JacobW
    Mar 4, 2018
    10
    This is the perfect 3D platformer. Creative levels, great soundtrack, beautiful visuals and Yoshi.
  5. Chicaswag123
    Mar 4, 2018
    10
    This game is so amazing. For 2007 this game feels and controls like it was made today. This is an epic 3d game and has levels that are pretty easy (BUT FUN) and of course there are some levels that are really challenging (STILL FUN). If you have not played this game, you are missing out BIG time. This game is as good as the first and having yoshi is an interesting fun choice
  6. ViniOfficial
    Apr 1, 2018
    10
    Uma sequencia fantastica do seu antecessor, Super Mario Galaxy 2, trouxe o que era bom no Super Mario Galaxy do forma inovadora, cheia de novidades, e suas fases cada uma é diferente da outra! Um dos melhores jogos do Wii!
  7. Ifelmior66
    Apr 28, 2018
    10
    Fantastisches gameplay und mittlerweile ein Klassiker. Die Story ist natürlich nicht speziell das ist aber auch nicht nötig dank den vielen und abwechslungsreichen Level.
  8. mrcnx
    May 6, 2018
    10
    I don't have words this is just perfection. Every aspect of it is polished and mindblowing. This game is unhuman how good it is
  9. NintenyO
    Nov 4, 2018
    10
    I love this game with a burning passion... it's my childhood! However, it isn't my nostalgia that is forcing me give this game an outstanding score, but rather that Super Mario Galaxy 2 for the Nintendo Wii is an absolute masterpiece.

    I played this game before the original, and going back to the first game, I still had a great time, as it's still an excellent game, but it felt less    I love this game with a burning passion... it's my childhood! However, it isn't my nostalgia that is forcing me give this game an outstanding score, but rather that Super Mario Galaxy 2 for the Nintendo Wii is an absolute masterpiece.

    I played this game before the original, and going back to the first game, I still had a great time, as it's still an excellent game, but it felt less addictive and generally good as the sequel. Anyone who says this is a watered - down sequel is not doing the game justice. It is superior in almost every way.

    The graphics are some of the best on the Wii, resembling it's predecessors' hugely, but with more variety in it's environments. It looks smooth, detailed and downright whimsical, from Yoshi's bright blue eyes, to the stellar space backgrounds, to a gleaming gold power star, Galaxy 2 looks brilliant. Likewise, the music is as heart - wringing and beautiful as the original. The tunes are even better, and fit with the general atmosphere well. Even old tunes are remixed or improved, with a chilling vocal chord or some extra instruments sound.

    Story? Minimal and never distracts from the action. Follows the same trope as all other Mario games, and the tale is told in a memorable and cute way, with quirky side characters prepared with helpful, funny and well - written dialogue. Captain Toad, Lubba and the adorable penguins were some of my favourites. The dialogue that is there is well - voiced, and it does build up tension in a way the you are bursting in anticipation by the final boss fight.

    But the gameplay is where it's at. I don't think I can do it justice, but I'll have a try - and it's brilliant. Constantly shaking it up with new mechanics that are always super enjoyable, and slowly building on them to test your skill by the end of the level. Power - ups that make Mario have new abilities ( a staple of the Mario series in general). 2D levels, challenges, and even YOSHI! With his own power - ups and enjoyments, he has fully featured levels as the duo try and nab more Power Stars!, Boss Fights with threats and mechanics that make them the some of best in the series, and an endless variety of enemies. Traditional levels, open levels... Damn. You can play through all of this with a great control scheme which makes great use of both the point an motion sensor, and another player can hop along in the form of an orange Luma! The Hub is smaller, sure, but is packed with stuff to do. And so is this game. Seriously. Among Prankster Comets, and the many Green Stars, this game has SO MUCH for you to do.

    And you know what? The best thing to do is just play it - this review is merely the tip of the iceberg. Your kids must play this, they will remember it fondly as they grow up, and besides, it's the perfect game to help your kids develop a taste for the colourful, child - friendly Nintendo, a company that makes games so fun I'd never play any dismal, grey shooter. Prepare to be amazed - you will (if you buy it) experience the best game ever made.    … Expand
  10. Yay_Von
    Aug 9, 2018
    10
    One of da first games I've ever played. Cured my depression at age 8. My brother always played as Mario and i was always the stupid star and still was an amazing game.
  11. andrew9
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    good game . .
  12. TheFrogger
    Mar 31, 2019
    10
    What do you say about a game that's basically just an expansion of the previous one? It's still incredible! Gameplay is sharp as always and the music alone deserves an award, visuals are colourful and vibrant, and have aged well despite being a fairly old game on 15 year old hardware. The cartoony shiny graphics and Mario's goofy face will bring a smile to the face of just about anyoneWhat do you say about a game that's basically just an expansion of the previous one? It's still incredible! Gameplay is sharp as always and the music alone deserves an award, visuals are colourful and vibrant, and have aged well despite being a fairly old game on 15 year old hardware. The cartoony shiny graphics and Mario's goofy face will bring a smile to the face of just about anyone with a semblance of soul.
    The few changes to the gameplay include a few new powerups (the rock mushroom, cloud flower, and ghost mushroom), while removing the ice flower from the previous game along with one elusive end game bonus. The biggest additions, however, would be Luigi being made available halfway through the game and selectable from the hub world, and YOSHI, who is a joy to play as and comes with his own set of powerups and mechanics.
    The downsides that make this game maybe a 0.1 point worse than the original for me are a massive reduction of the story, hub world, and level complexity. If you were hoping for another Little Prince-esque adventure like the original, prepare to be let down as all you're getting is the basic mario plot and a fat floating Patrick Star. The hub world, rather than being a massive flying castle is now just a small starship shaped like Mario's face (no I'm not lying) which, while more packed and compact, feels less epic. An upside however is that the new more barebones map screen makes it easier to just jump in and play the game. Lastly the levels, while just as good, are much shorter and less sprawling
    In conclusion, Mario Galaxy 2 is still an absolute masterpiece and I'd definitely recommend it to anyone owning a Wii    … Expand
  13. yesnt
    Aug 30, 2018
    10
    (this is a review of both games) although i wish you could dive in this game i think the controls and physics feel the best for a platformer game ever, even more than super mario odyssey. the graphics weren't upgraded from the first one but they didn't need to, because they are the best graphics seen on the wii to this day (especially on wii U's HD) but probably the best part about these(this is a review of both games) although i wish you could dive in this game i think the controls and physics feel the best for a platformer game ever, even more than super mario odyssey. the graphics weren't upgraded from the first one but they didn't need to, because they are the best graphics seen on the wii to this day (especially on wii U's HD) but probably the best part about these games is the music. orchestra music back in a 2007 video game?! and it ain't low quality compared to professional orchestra music. i like the second game a bit more because it feels like a big expansion pack, and the power ups are just as fun as ever of course. however i like the hub world a lot more in galaxy 1. but both of the games feel more limited than super mario sunshine and super mario 64 (and of course odyssey) 9.7 for galaxy 1 and 9.8 for galaxy 2.… Expand
  14. AlbertBoris
    Nov 9, 2018
    10
    This game was even better than the first one! It fixed all the problems the original had and made it better! For example, some galaxies in the original were just filler, here, every galaxy has at least two stars in it, and they don't feel out of place either!
  15. FNaF
    Dec 10, 2018
    10
    Another Wii game that is Nintendo Selects, all the best part from the 1st game is back!
  16. Pippas1
    Oct 23, 2018
    10
    Whilst it might not have captured the wondrous scale of its predecessor, Super Mario Galaxy 2 is as close as a game can reach to perfection. Pushing the platform genre to its boundaries, it constantly innovates and excels. Adding on one of the best soundtracks in the industry, you NEED to play this!
  17. RyanRetroGamer7
    Feb 28, 2023
    10
    While not as good as Super Mario Galaxy 1, it still manages to bring new things to the table while keeping it interesting. The levels are better than Mario Galaxy 1, but I would say that they are not quite as iconic. And the store of Rosalina makes it hard for Galaxy 2 to surpass.
  18. itsmooisees
    Mar 24, 2020
    10
    Una excelente segunda parte de un juego que ya de por sí fue perfecto. El juego de la década sin duda alguna.
  19. greninjaX
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    absolutely wonderful. an absolute joy from start to finish. super Mario galaxy 2 is a timeless classic
  20. Black123Tec
    Apr 18, 2020
    10
    One of the best games I've ever played, the level design, the soundtrack, even the graphics are amazing.
    Gameplay is similar to Mario Galaxy, but I don't see it as a bad thing, because is very good, it works very well. Looking for the green stars was an incredible experience, although some are in obvious places.
    Thank you Nintendo for making this Masterpiece. 10/10 Sorry for my    One of the best games I've ever played, the level design, the soundtrack, even the graphics are amazing.
    Gameplay is similar to Mario Galaxy, but I don't see it as a bad thing, because is very good, it works very well. Looking for the green stars was an incredible experience, although some are in obvious places.
    Thank you Nintendo for making this Masterpiece. 10/10

    Sorry for my English, I´m portuguese.    … Expand
  21. cbp105
    Feb 26, 2019
    10
    The best 3D Mario game of all, one of the best games of all time. If you liked Super Mario Galaxy 1, you'll love 2 because it's just more of that, but a bit neater and with loads to do. It's a bit harder than SMG1.
  22. MaxPaul20
    Mar 2, 2019
    10
    Mario galaxy when it came out was acclaimed for being a great 3D Mario game rivalling that of Mario sunshine but not 64. Then a game came out called Mario galaxy 2. This was a game that to me beat out sunshine and the first galaxy and could even rival the graphics and gameplay of Mario 64. This game is near perfection with bosses that were already good and making them so much better,Mario galaxy when it came out was acclaimed for being a great 3D Mario game rivalling that of Mario sunshine but not 64. Then a game came out called Mario galaxy 2. This was a game that to me beat out sunshine and the first galaxy and could even rival the graphics and gameplay of Mario 64. This game is near perfection with bosses that were already good and making them so much better, improved gameplay and a increased difficulty that made it amazing. this is my favourite Mario game of all time and for good reason I recommend you go out or go online buy a copy and enjoy the beauty that was Mario Galaxy 2… Expand
  23. giannis2001
    Jul 15, 2021
    10
    Amazing game. It's exactly like Mario Galaxy 1 but with different stages and some new power ups. It's a must play like it's predecessor.
  24. MXChampagnepapi
    Jun 25, 2019
    10
    This one right here proves that a sequel game can equal or better than the first part of the adventure.
  25. Liopleruidon
    Jan 4, 2020
    10
    This is one of the best wii games ever made. The galaxies are creative and the game has a magical feeling. The controls are easy to use.
  26. MatthewAce70
    Oct 24, 2020
    10
    The sequel to one of the greatest video games of all time! Super Mario Galaxy 2 is an awesome return to the various expansive worlds in the stars of the Mario Universe. Just as impressive as or better than the first one, this entry comes with brand new power-ups, gorgeous galaxies, an outstanding soundtrack, and lots of replayability. And Yoshi’s here too! Yahoo!!
    This game is a worthy    The sequel to one of the greatest video games of all time! Super Mario Galaxy 2 is an awesome return to the various expansive worlds in the stars of the Mario Universe. Just as impressive as or better than the first one, this entry comes with brand new power-ups, gorgeous galaxies, an outstanding soundtrack, and lots of replayability. And Yoshi’s here too! Yahoo!!
    This game is a worthy successor to the original. So launch yourselves into the vastness of space once again!    … Expand
  27. BM85
    Aug 27, 2019
    10
    GAMEPLAY ( 10 out of 10 )
    Super Mario Galaxy 2 is surprisingly even more polished and better designed than its superb predecessor. This was clearly a work of love done by people that really comprehend what makes action platformers, and Mario games in particular, so fascinating to play. The game is fun and exciting from the beginning to the end, progressing at a breezy pacing, with some    GAMEPLAY ( 10 out of 10 )
    Super Mario Galaxy 2 is surprisingly even more polished and better designed than its superb predecessor. This was clearly a work of love done by people that really comprehend what makes action platformers, and Mario games in particular, so fascinating to play. The game is fun and exciting from the beginning to the end, progressing at a breezy pacing, with some fast paced levels and none too slow paced or too difficult. It even has an easy-to-navigate map that, like in the 2D classics, lets you fly right into the next level, giving it a more addictive non-stop action feel, when compared to past 3D Mario games, by focusing on what's important: stomping goombas and going through the extremely engaging levels.

    VISUALS ( 10 out of 10 )
    Best graphics of any game for the Wii.

    SOUND ( 10 out of 10 )
    Amazing and wide-ranging soundtrack that skilfully mixes old tunes with new compositions and always fits the action perfectly.

    VALUE ( 10 out of 10 )
    The amount of variety in Galaxy 2 is astounding – more so than in any other action platformer that came before it. Every level has its own unique gameplay mechanics and activities, all very fun and none feels made in a hurry, so you never know what novelties come next and they never stop coming. Even the power-ups are more and better used than ever in this game, being Yoshi the most noteworthy of them all. There are 242 stars to collect, most of them challenging enough to satisfy even the most skilled gamers, providing some of the most gratifying moments you can have in a video-game.

    FINAL SCORE ( 10 out of 10 )
    In my opinion, Galaxy 2 is the most fun, inventive, varied, beautiful and absorbing Action Platformer of all time. The concept behind the creation of Galaxy 2 is an extension of the first Galaxy's concept, so it can't possibly have the same impact. But what makes Galaxy 2 so great and what will keep you coming back, even after you've collected every star, is the expertly designed levels, with an incredible amount of variety, a constantly changing pace due to excellent mix of 3D and 2D gameplay and the great number of different power-ups, mechanics and activities, all smartly placed, delightful and interesting, level after level after level after level… leaving you breathless and full of joy!    … Expand
  28. Amranium
    Aug 30, 2019
    10
    This game is simply awesome, magnificent and by far the greatest implementation of Yoshi in a Mario game by far. One if not THE best game on the WII.
  29. Zetta935
    Sep 1, 2019
    10
    para mi es el mejor juego de mario que puede existir su jugabilidad es muy buena pero lo que mas se destaca es su banda sonora es lo mejor del juego ya que te puede dar felicidad y melancolia y es lo que mas me encanta de este juego que todavia lo sigo jugando en 2019
  30. MatthewDavisMed
    Sep 22, 2020
    10
    Galaxy 2 is everything that was great about the original game, and made it even ever with new worlds, new power-ups, new music, and twice the amount of content as the original. Not to mention, Yoshi is back. And you gotta love Yoshi!
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#1 Best Wii Game of 2010
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#1 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2010
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#1 Most Shared Wii Game of 2010

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98

Universal acclaim - based on 87 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 87 out of 87
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 87
  3. Negative: 0 out of 87
  1. Video Game Talk
    Jan 18, 2011
    100
    If you loved the first Super Mario Galaxy, you will adore the sequel.
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  2. Worth Playing
    95
    While Super Mario Galaxy 2 could easily have been a cheap cash-in with a few lackluster additional levels, it manages to be something more. It expands on the gameplay of Super Mario Galaxy and adds enough new twists and turns to feel like a full-fledged sequel.
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  3. GameDaily
    90
    Super Mario Galaxy 2 is largely more of the same, and that helps make it a phenomenal experience. Nintendo didn't reinvent the formula. Instead, it took what fans loved about the prequel and then jazzed everything up with never before seen galaxies, planets and a more streamlined user interface.
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