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Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury is a Nintendo Switch game that combines two distinct Mario experiences: Super Mario 3D World and Bowser's Fury. Here's an overview of each component:
Super Mario 3D World
- Story: The game follows Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach, and Toad as they attempt to rescue the Sprixie Kingdom from Bowser's clutches. Rosalina becomes a playable character later in the game.
- Gameplay: Players can choose from multiple characters, each with unique abilities. For example, Luigi can jump higher, and Peach can float briefly. The game features creative levels, power-ups, and a pseudo-3D map where players can explore stages and collect Green Stars and coins.
- Multiplayer: Supports local wireless and online play with up to four players, allowing friends and family to join in the adventure together.
- Snapshot Mode: Allows players to pause the game, apply filters, and decorate with stamps to capture memorable moments.
Bowser's Fury
- Story: Mario is transported to Lake Lapcat, where he teams up with Bowser Jr. to stop Fury Bowser, a gigantic, enraged version of Bowser, from terrorizing the area. Fury Bowser has been corrupted by mysterious black sludge.
- Gameplay: This is an open-world sandbox experience where Mario collects Cat Shines by completing platforming challenges. The game features a seamless world that can be explored on foot or by riding Plessie, a dinosaur companion, across the lake.
- Fury Bowser Mechanic: Periodically, Fury Bowser awakens, transforming the environment into a nighttime setting with fireballs and darkness. Players can either wait for the storm to pass, collect a Cat Shine to restore daylight, or confront Fury Bowser directly by transforming into Giga Cat Mario.
- Co-op: Bowser Jr. assists Mario, automatically attacking enemies and collecting items. A second player can control Bowser Jr. for additional cooperative gameplay.
Release and Reception:
- Release Date: February 12, 2021, as part of the Super Mario Bros. 35th anniversary celebrations.
- Reception: The game has been praised for its innovative gameplay, especially in Bowser's Fury, which combines elements of Super Mario 3D World and Super Mario Odyssey. The seamless open world and dynamic Fury Bowser events add a fresh twist to the traditional Mario formula.