Mario meets his oldest rival (no, that’s not Bowser!). Is it fun? This is what the new demo tells you!
The Nintendo Switch is expected to enter its final year in 2024. The rumor mill has been spitting out exciting information about the Switch 2 for some time now. Has the old handheld hybrid already had its day? Not at all!
There are still a few highlights coming out for the Switch this year. Mario vs. Donkey Kong is one of them, After all, it is the remake of the original, which was released in 2004 for the Game Boy Advance received good ratings
There is now a demo in the Nintendo eShop. If you don’t yet know whether the title, which will be released on February 16, 2024, is for you, you now have the opportunity to find out.
Mario vs. Donkey Kong im Nintendo eShop
What is Mario vs. Donkey Kong about?
As is typical for Nintendo, the plot is more of an accessory than a main game element: Donkey Kong is watching TV and sees a commercial for cute Mario toy figures. The monkey wants one, rushes into town to the store and looks at one Sold out
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DK wouldn’t be DK if he just dachshunded back home. No, he simply steals all the copies from the factory and Mario catches him in the act of stealing. The plumber quickly gives chase.
In the an impressive 130 levels You have to flip switches, solve puzzles, avoid enemies and more – all in order to reach the door to the next stage. It sounds easy, but it becomes more challenging, especially later in the game, not least because of the time limit.
This overview trailer shows you more of the gameplay:
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Mario vs. Donkey Kong shows an extensive overview trailer shortly before release
How do I install the demo? Pick up your Nintendo Switch, open the eShop there and go to the Mario vs. Donkey Kong shop page. You will then find the button there Download demo
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You can even try out the demo in local co-op. Then one takes on the role of Mario, the other plays Toad and can support the plumber.
Have you tried the demo and if so, how do you like the game so far? Or are you not interested in Mario vs. Donkey Kong at all and are just waiting for the next big 3D Mario adventure? Will you get the Switch successor right when it’s released or will you wait until the game selection is larger? Feel free to write it to us in the comments!
