Mario vs. Donkey Kong for Switch is released today. This game is a remake of the 2004 Gameboy Advance game. The gameplay incorporates elements of 2D horizontal action and puzzle solving. In terms of enemies, It is no longer Bowser, the Dragon King, but Donkey Kong, his old rival from the “water pipe” era! The remake version includes the original version and 2 new worlds, with a total of more than 130 pages, which is very enjoyable to play.
2D Mario with heavy puzzle elements
Reporters love to play both 2D and 3D Mario, because it not only tests the control of action games, but also requires using your brain to solve puzzles to pass. And if you prefer puzzles to action, then Mario vs. Donkey Kong is for you. Generally, “Super Mario” progresses horizontally from left to right, and you can pass the stage by reaching the end or defeating Boss. “Mario vs. Donkey Kong” focuses more on the puzzle elements in the board. The entire stage is not as complicated as ordinary Mario. It’s big and long, but there are many little puzzles that need to be solved using your brain. For example, how to solve the red/blue water pipe array to reach the exit? You have to solve many difficulties and transport the golden key to the gate so that you can pass the game.
Mario vs. Donkey Kong with heavy puzzle elements
Collect Mini Mario Helper Versions
The special feature of Mario vs. Donkey Kong is the mini Mario, a winding doll that was stolen by Donkey Kong at the beginning. Mini Mario is a popular movable toy sold by “Mario Toy Company”. As you unlock the board, you will recollect Mini Mario. They have certain action characteristics. The larger the number, the easier it will be to help you publish. The reporter feels a bit like the three-color elves in Pikmin!
On the left is the Switch version of 3D polygonal Mini Mario, and on the right is the GBA original version.
Just follow you
Unless there is an obstacle in the way, Mini Mario will always follow Mario and move forward together.
Mini Mario will always follow Mario and move forward together.
Jump up at a glance Yeah
Mini Mario can jump over a height of one block and jump forward one after another.
Mini Mario can jump a height of one block
become a pedal
Mini Mario can form a small platform, allowing Mario to use it as a platform to jump to higher and further locations. You can also arrange them to go to some “death positions” to help you step on the trap, but be aware that Mini Mario will be injured and disbanded if attacked by enemies or hit by bullets or lava.
Mini Mario can form a small platform
Spicy or not spicy｜Novices can challenge it
The game is divided into “classic mode” which is based on the GBA version, and “casual mode” which has no time limit and can be restarted at the check point after losing, so you can play again without starting from the beginning. If you are not good at moving through the game, or if you want to slowly think about how to pass the game, you can try the “leisure mode” challenge.
The game in this demo is sponsored by Nintendo (Hong Kong)
Switch “Mario vs. Donkey Kong” physical version/DL version
On sale on February 16, 2024 / priced at HK$359
