I was sent the featured item to facilitate this review. All opinions are my own.
My family is big on gaming, so it’s no surprise that our holiday wish lists are always filled with video games and accessories. Every year, the latest Nintendo Switch games and things like new Joy-cons in fun colors or a new storage case for Switch games is usually at the top of the list- for every single member of the family.
While we all have different gaming styles and enjoy different types of games, sometimes a game will come along that we all want. And this year? That game was Super Mario Bros. Wonder!
We have all been so excited for this game since it was first announced- and none of us wanted to wait until Christmas to get it! Luckily, Nintendo sent us a copy to try out and I’m so glad they did because now we will be able to play this game together throughout the holiday season. And if you have Nintendo fans at home, you’re going to want to grab a copy- or two!
What is Super Mario Bros. Wonder?
Super Mario Bros. Wonder is the newest Mario game from Nintendo Switch. It is very similar to old school Mario games in a lot of ways- exploring different platform-style levels, using Power-Up abilities, jumping onto flagpoles- but is very much a 2023 version of the game style.
From new Power-Up abilities to collecting Wonder Seeds that make the level a little crazy, this game feels like a totally updated way to play a classic Mario game. It brings the nostalgia, but it also brings enough newness to feel unique and special.
Why do we love it?
There are so many reasons to love this game. The graphics are beautiful- especially on a Nintendo Switch OLED Model- and there are all new enemies, abilities, and more. There are ways to play multi-player with family members or friends in the same home, and also a multi-player option to play online with people who are far away.
First during the pandemic and then after having family move away, we have found that online play on Nintendo Switch games is a great way to spend time together with friends and family across distances. Super Mario Bros. Wonder adds a new game to that experience, keeping things fresh and fun.
Who would love it?
While many Nintendo Switch games are fun for the whole family, I would say this one is even more so than usual. It really brings something for everyone, from the retro feel of platform style levels that parents will love to the chaos that the Wonder Seeds bring that kids will no doubt love being surprised by. Our family has all really been enjoying this game, whether playing alone or together.
There’s a bit of reading involved, but not so much that younger kids would have a hard time with the game. You’d probably want to help read the intro scenes to them, but from there they should be able to navigate more or less without assistance. This isn’t a game that will require them to come running to you every few minutes to read to them, but you’ll probably have to help once in awhile.
Where To Get It
You can find Super Mario Bros. Wonder wherever you usually buy your video games, or online at {affiliate link!} Amazon!
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