The series Mario & Luigi It has been a very important pillar for Nintendo over the last 20 years.standing out for its unique combination of RPG and action, its characteristic humor and its innovative cooperative gameplay mechanics. Over the years, these games have taken these brothers through a series of memorable adventures. Some of these titles are some of the best we can find in Nintendo’s catalog.
Mario & Luigi: The Superstar Saga Nintendo GBA (2003)
Platform: Game Boy Advance
Mario and Luigi’s journey into the RPG genre began with Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga. This title took the brothers out of the Mushroom Kingdom and into the Jewish Kingdom to Recover Princess Peach’s voicestolen by the evil one Witch Cackletta and her henchman FawfulThis game stood out for its turn-based combat system that required active participation from players to execute precise attacks and defenses. Additionally, the combination of action and puzzles with a focus on cooperation between Mario and Luigi added a layer of depth and fun to the game.
Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time (2005)
Platform: Nintendo DS
In Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time, the adventure was complicated by the inclusion of time travel. Mario and Luigi, along with their baby versionsembark on a mission to save the past and present of the Mushroom Kingdom from the alien ShroobsThe game introduced the mechanics of controlling four characters simultaneously, which added a new level of strategy to combat and puzzle solving.
Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story (2009)
Platform: Nintendo DS
Bowser’s Inside Story is considered one of the best games in the series. Here, Mario and Luigi are absorbed by Bowser and they must navigate within their body to find a way to escape and defeat Fawfulwho has taken control of the Mushroom Kingdom. Players alternate between controlling Mario and Luigi inside Bowser and Bowser outside, creating unique and complex gameplay dynamics. The game is also known for its humorous narrative and innovative gameplay mechanics.
Mario & Luigi: Dream Team (2013)
Platform: Nintendo 3DS
In Mario & Luigi: Dream Team, players are transported to the Pillow Islandwhere Luigi becomes the key to rescue the kidnapped inhabitants of the dream world. Mario must enter Luigi’s dreams to solve problems and battle enemies. This game introduced mechanics based on Luigi’s dreams, where the player can manipulate the environment in unique and creative ways. The combination of the real world and the dream world offered a new dimension to the game.making use of the three-dimensional capabilities of the Nintendo 3DS.
Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam (2015)
Platform: Nintendo 3DS
Paper Jam is a crossover between the Mario & Luigi and Paper Mario series. The story begins when Luigi accidentally opens a magical book containing the Paper Mario universecausing that Paper characters invade the world of Mario and LuigiPlayers control Mario, Luigi and Paper Mario, each with unique abilities. Gameplay focuses on the three characters working together to solve puzzles and engage in battle, offering an innovative fusion of the two series.
Mario & Luigi: Brothership (2024)
Platform: Nintendo Switch
Launch: November 7, 2024
As we saw on June 18th in the Nintendo Direct, Mario & Luigi: Brothership will be the sixth main installment in the series y the first developed without AlphaDream. It will also be the first installment not developed for a purely portable consoleThis will give it, as we could see in its announcement, a much more innovative graphic layer. In addition, new mechanics never seen before have been promised, which will add a certain freedom to the title to overcome different obstacles.
Remakes that revitalized the Mario and Luigi saga
Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga + Bowser’s Minions (2017)
Platform: Nintendo 3DS
The Superstar Saga remake brought the Game Boy Advance classic to the Nintendo 3DS with improved graphics and new mechanics. In addition to the main story, this remake introduced an additional mode called Bowser’s Minions, which offers a different perspective and new missions starring Bowser’s minions.
Mario & Luigi: Bowser’s Inside Story + Bowser Jr.’s Journey (2018)
Platform: Nintendo 3DS
The remake of Bowser’s Inside Story also came to the Nintendo 3DS, improving the graphics and adding new content. Bowser Jr.’s Journey is an additional mode that focuses on the adventures of Bowser Jr. and his efforts to gather an army and prove his worth.
An important mark on Nintendo’s recent history
The series Mario & Luigi has been hailed for its creativity, focus on cooperation, and ability to reinvent itself with each installment. Not only have these games offered memorable gameplay experiences, but they have also strengthened the relationship between Mario and Luigi, showcasing the importance of teamwork and brotherhood.
The series has left a significant mark on the action RPG genre, noted for its humor, narrative, and innovative gameplay. Despite the dissolution of AlphaDream in 2019the legacy of “Mario & Luigi” lives on in the hearts of fans and in the history of video games.
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