Game Reviews for Mario Games

• Plays two disc formats in a single, self-loading media bay
• Features a processing chip from IBM and a graphics chip from ATI
• Backwards compatible with all Nintendo GameCube games and most peripherals
• Built-in Wi-Fi access for easy connection to Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection gaming service
• Wii Sports game included

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Customer Review Summaries: contendor for a great gaming system (5 stars) Who Can't Love IT? (5 stars) Great exercise even without Wii Fit (5 stars)

Customer Reviews

1. I bought the nintendo wii for my 11 year old child. He loves it so much he can hardly stop playing it. I played some wii games with him such as wii sports and wii play. I am thinking of getting wii fit for the wii to help me excersise. If any of you adult folks want an excersise machine that is more fun than treadmills or weightlifting chairs, the wii will be the object you are looking for. So I suggest all of you great citizens of America go out buy you and your family a nintendo wii.
2. I'm sure some of you out there are Wii haters, and that's cool. But for the rest of us average-joe mostly non-gamers this is a totally fun system.
   
   It's easy to enjoy all the standard games with only a small level of gaming ability. Just be ready with Tiger Balm when you're done to address the strain in your shoulder joints. I seriously thought about icing mine after a strenuous game of tennis.
   
   Also, this system travels beautifully. Pack it up and take it to the next party you go too.
   
   I know some folks may think lowly of the Wii as it isn't as hardcore of a system (owing to its games) as the other seriously hardcore gaming systems out there, but who died and decided that a video game systems couldn't simply be mindless and fun? Geeze, isn't that how video games started out anyways?
   
   Highly recommend this for couples, families, older folk, tennis players, those who dream of touring withe PBA or PGA and anyone else in between.
3. I wanted to get Wii Fit, but couldn't find one so I went ahead and just started with the Wii. Much to my surprise, even these games are great exercise and a lot of fun. Try bowling 4 or 5 games with each hand. You've just done about 80 lunges on each side. If you don't feel that the next morning you're in a lot better shape then I am or else you're a whole lot younger!

• Wii Wheel must be used with a Wii Remote (Remote not included)

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Customer Review Summaries: One of the best for the Wii (4 stars) Almost Perfect (4 stars) Racing Fun (5 stars)

Customer Reviews

1. this is possibly the best game for the Wii. the multiplayer is fantastic and the Wi-Fi is nearly flawless. the only dissapointment is that when playing against the cpu and your in 1st, 2nd, or 3rd, there is a good chance they will knock you in 8th or worse, but all of the items in this game could make you go from 12th to 1st, or 1st to 12th.
   
   overall, buy this game. you'll play for hours. so buy it, if you can find it! it's sold out everywhere, and now i know why!
2. Kart is a very, very good game for the Wii. Minus 1 star for not having more courses to race and for occasional moments where the wireless wheel doesn't communicate your motions to the console.
3. It's a fun game that takes some getting use to. Once you have the hang of it jump online and play the world or your friends.

Professional Reviews

1. Product DescriptionStart your engines and race with Mario and his friends with their finely tuned racing machines in Mario Kart Wii. Use 3 different control styles with the Wii Wheel included in the box. The worldwide race is on with a whole new set of tricks, tracks, and ways to play. Mario Kart Wii draws on courses and battle arenas from every game in the series - not to mention tons of new ones. The true king of the Mushroom Kingdom racing circuits will finally be crowned. Experience new tracks, enhanced Wii graphics, extraordinary gameplay and much more. Place first in Grand Prix circuits or clear skill-based missions to open up increasingly difficult and thrilling circuits. You can have multiplayer races on any open courses or battle in arenas. Now you can feel like you are Mario and steering to avoid obstacles and doing incredible stunts.
   
   Special Powers/Weapons/Moves/Features - Shake the Wii Remote to pull off a trick that will temporarily boost your speed. When riding a bike, gain additional speed by flicking the Wii Remote up and popping a wheelie Up to 12 people via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection or up to 10 people via Wi-Fi Connection with 2 people playing locally
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   Drivers, start your engines!

   Nintendo is bringing Mario and his friends with their finely tuned racing machines back and this time to the Nintendo Wii. With 3 different control styles and a Wii Wheel included in the box, Mario Kart Wii is bound to be the best in the series. The worldwide race is on with a whole new set of tricks, tracks, and ways to play! Place first in Grand Prix circuits or clear skill-based missions. Mario Kart Wii draws on courses and battle arenas from every game in the series - not to mention tons of new ones - the true king of the Mushroom Kingdom racing circuits will finally be crowned.

   Wii Wheel Included!

   New Intense Tracks and Tricks View larger.

   Cool new car designs View larger.

   Mario and his friends are back and ready to race once again in Mario Kart Wii! Experience new tracks, enhanced Wii graphics, extraordinary gameplay and much more! Place first in Grand Prix circuits or clear skill-based missions to open up increasingly difficult and thrilling circuits. Players can have multiplayer races on any open courses or battle in arenas. Also included with Mario Kart Wii is the Wii Wheel! Now you can feel like your Mario and steering to avoid obstacles and doing incredible stunts - in the safety of your home of course.
   
   
   Game Features:
   • The Wii Wheel transforms the Wii Remote™ controller into a steering wheel that feels natural in anyone's hands, while the Wii Remote and Nunchuk™ controller offer a classic control style for the Mario Kart veteran. In either configuration, players can perform speed-boosting tricks with a shake of the Wii Remote.
   • Players can race as their favorite Nintendo character, or even as themselves! Mario Kart Wii lets players race with their personalized Mii™ characters. And racers will see other Mii characters they have created cheering from the sidelines on some race courses.
   • Players can compete with up to three friends in their living room. Or challenge up to 11 opponents via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection in the biggest Mario Kart race yet. All tracks and modes of play are available via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, and players can visit the Mario Kart Channel to compete in tournaments, check rankings, see when their friends are playing and download ghost data.
   • Cruise new tracks and arenas or tour classic courses from Super Mario Kart™, Mario Kart® 64, Mario Kart®: Super Circuit™, Mario Kart®: Double Dash!!™ and Mario Kart® DS. Tired of riding on four wheels? Bust out one of the new motorbikes for special tricks and techniques.

   Characters
   Nintendo favorites Mario™, Luigi™, Peach™, Yoshi®, Donkey Kong®, Wario™, Bowser™ and Toad™, plus a host of new faces-including your own! Get into the game and put your Mii™ character behind the wheel.

   Special Powers/Weapons/Moves/Features
   Whether racing around an obstacle-filled track or battling in an arena, drifting and tossing items are the keys to Mario Kart success. Players can shake the Wii Remote while launching off a ramp to pull off a trick that will temporarily boost their speed. When riding a bike, players can gain additional speed by flicking the Wii Remote up and popping a wheelie

   Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection:
   Keeping in the tradition of Mario Kart, Nintendo has pushed multiplayer racingeven further utilizing the Wii's built in Wi-Fi Connection. There are two options for races and battles over Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection: up to 12 people via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection or up to 10 people via Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection with two people playing locally.

• Wireless Racing Wheel
• Precision Control
• Adjustable Steering Sensitivity
• Requires a Wii Remote Controller (not included)
• 0.63 Lb.

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Customer Review Summaries: Helpful if you're used to a real vehicle (4 stars) Gotta have it (5 stars) More fun with 2 wheels (5 stars)

Customer Reviews

1. If you're used to driving a real gas burning vehicle, this will increase you enjoyment of WII driving games ten fold. If you've already mastered driving sims using the classic Nintendo controllers, you'll probably do fine without it.
   
   I've only given 4 out of 5 starts for the overall rating because it's just a piece of plastic, molded like steering wheel. You could probably make something similar for less $ with an old frisbee or pie plate.
2. If you have more than one Wii controller and more than one person playing Mario Kart, consider the Wii Wheel. While it is not an absolutely essential accessory for playing the game it will improve the gaming environment for all present. :) The Wii Wheel is not that expensive and it will eliminate the fuss over which child gets to play with a real steering wheel. I find I cannot get used to steering with a rectangular block held in my hands, it's just not natural!
3. Got this extra wheel so we could race each other and it turned out to be a good decision. Mario Kart is a blast, a must have if you own the Wii.

Professional Reviews

1. Product DescriptionFor use with Nintendo Wii games console. Simply slip your Wii Remote into the Steering wheel and away you go. It has Ergonomic hand grips, a sensor slot, an additional B button and easy release

• See your favorite Smash Bros. character, redesigned from their most recent games, brawl onto your screen once again!
• A host of new characters to fight with, including Sonic, Pit from Kid Icarus, Wario and Diddy Kong
• More than a dozen gorgeously-rendered stages
• New special moves and attacks, including the groundbreaking Final Smash
• New items and assist trophies

Lowest New Price: $29.95 Lowest Used Price: $34.25 Get it now Avg. Customer Rating: 4.5

Customer Review Summaries: SSBB Review, Interesting but a little bit lack of order (3 stars) absurd fun (5 stars) this is a "Must Have" game for Wii (5 stars)

Customer Reviews

1. This is a fun game but I simply don't give it a 5 stars review because during play I kind of lose the order in the fight I end up pushing buttons randomly and hitting everything but my enemies. I think I need more practice though but I prefer games like Tekken or Mortal Kombat. The other Thing is that it didn't keep my attention for a very long period of time, I play with it just occasionally
2. a must have for anyone who owns a wii! a definite improvement on the gamecube version of the game, with TONS of side quests and multiple ways of playing the game. although, some of us older gamers might still prefer the comedic and slower speed of the N64 version, this is still all around fun.
3. This is one of those defining games that is just perfect on the Wii. My 11 year old son begged me to get this game for him and I resisted because he has a few games he just doesn't play. After a week or so of nagging I gave in and bought it for him and...WOW, I am glad we did!
   
   My son and daughter have played this game everyday since it came in over a week ago. We had to kick them off to go outside more than once. I think we got our money's worth in just two days.
   
   Highly recommended!

Professional Reviews

1. Product DescriptionEngage the rage with Super Smash Bros. Brawl! The third installment of the incredibly successful Super Smash Bros. series is now on the Wii, The roster is longer than ever, but that just means more butt to kick across over a dozen different, graphic-rich stages with original moves, new modified moves, and a brand-new super attack called Final Smash! Old favorites like Mario, Link, Peach and Kirby are now joined by such exciting newcomers as Wario, Solid Snake and Sonic the Hedgehog. With a variety of new modes, an absolutely epic soundtrack and the ability to play with distant friends through online multiplayer, this is a game you'll have to break your own fingers to put down. Original soundtrack from 36 different artists Online Multiplayer ESRB Rated RP for Rating Pending

• Run, jump, and stomp your way through raging volcanoes, tropical islands, snowcapped peaks, and unimaginable challenges!
• Grab a Mega Mushroom and grow to incredible proportions, or smash through your foes in a blue Koopa shell!
• There are two multiplayer modes in New Super Mario Bros. -- Mario vs. Luigi and Minigames. In Mario vs. Luigi mode, it's brother vs. brother in a race for Stars.
• New Power Ups! You'll find classic power-ups like the Super Mushroom and the Fire Flower in the game, and there are some all-new power-ups that let Mario explore the Mushroom Kingdom like never before.
• New Moves! New Super Mario Bros. expands Mario's arsenal of moves to include some very powerful advanced techniques. If you want to uncover every secret in the game, you'll have to master them all.

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Customer Review Summaries: Fun Game, But I Really Bad Mistake From Nintendo!! (4 stars) Hours of fun (4 stars) Love it - Old game is reborn. (5 stars)

Customer Reviews

1. I did enjoy this game (I beat it three times already). My friend recently purchased the game on his DS Lite (I have a original DS). My friend and I were playing "Mario Vs. Luigi" and we had a blast. We weren't actually fighting in the mode we where just walking around trying to find secrets and glitches!! I was playing as Luigi and got a Fire Flower... I was really angry, Luigi's Fire Balls were RED!! Why not Green?? Nintendo made a big mistake for a fan of Luigi (like me). But I didn't return the game in oh no never. Playing the real game was fun but too easy I found myself beating the game in less than 4 hrs. . Out of this whole game I would say "Mario Vs. Luigi" is the funnest Mode, Playing the real game adds some backup and was pretty fun!!
2. The game invokes childhood memories of playing the original super mario bros., infused with new memories hours of fun. Once you start the game, it becomes addicting until you get every star in the game.
   Nintendo did a great job at making an entertaining video game anyone can enjoy.
3. Addicting, addicting, addicting. I find myself staying up all hours of the night playing this game. The other mini-games included are also amusing and a nice change to the pace when I need to take a break from the actual game. Highly recommended. A "MUST" for any Mario Bros. fanatic.

Professional Reviews

1. Product DescriptionNew Super Mario Bros. for the DS lets you play an updated version of the classic Super Mario Bros. world, with all-new moves taken from other hit Mario games. When Mario and Princess Peach are taking a walk, a bolt of lightning hits Mushroom Castle. Mario goes off to investigate, but he returns Bowser has kidnapped Peach! He'll track down Bowser on the classic, original Super Mario Bros. map with all the moves he's picked up in the other games. Throw turtle shells, butt-stomp to crack open floors -- you can even use the tanooki suit from Super Mario Bros. 3. Use the DS dual screen to see where you are on a map & play fun minigames. Also includes a two-player mode where Mario and Luigi race and compete for coins.

• Join Mario as he ushers in a new era of video games, defying gravity across all the planets in the galaxy
• Players can run, jump, and battle enemies as they explore the many planets
• Press buttons, swing the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controllers, and use the Wii Remote to point at and drag things on-screen
• Perform mind-bending, low-gravity jumps across wild alien terrain
• For 1 to 2 players

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Customer Review Summaries: Best Game On the Wii (5 stars) Grossly addicting (5 stars) A must play! (5 stars)

Customer Reviews

1. I've had this game since Christmas and love it! It is extremely fun and innovative with the crazy gravity engine. This game is not only fun but looks great for a Wii game. The game does have the basic plot of the Mario franchise: traveling from level to level collecting smaller stars and eventually collecting huge stars all the while trying to rescue Princess Peach and defeat Bowser. It has a fairly good replay value because there is the tough goal of collecting every single star in order to be able to play the game over as Luigi. Overall, in my opinion, this game is the best game released for the wii so far. It's fun for all ages, and yet challenging as well. A definite must have for any wii owner.
2. When I saw the package, the namby pamby looking characters almost put me off. But reading literally dozens of reviews citing innovative gameplay won me over.
   
   And those reviews were right.
   
   Keeping in mind, this is technically a kids' game, it's easy to immerse one's self into the Mario Galaxy universe to complete the tasks. And if you think that sounds simple, it isn't.
   
   The game's innovations come through the third dimension - literally. Walking up and down areas from a visual perspective that doesn't follow suit, this game excels at transforming the lore it started in 1985 -- and, at first, it comes across as jarring to be fighting nasties from a sideways or even upside down perspective, but that's part of the fun - and lasting value as I've never come across anything like this before. In short, mobility rocks.
   
   If I were to have a gripe, maybe it is too cute-looking, and Nintendo did not need to superglue in the Mario lore for 'marketing and product identification' or whatever the money making term is -- this game is an innovative and creative adventure of its own accord. The Mario aspect is merely icing on a cake so rich it wouldn't have been necessary to include these old trademarks to garner interest.
   
   As usual, Nintendo ups the ante with game focus and niche audiences, which is why the Wii became - and will remain - successful.
   
   And, yeah, it's worth $50. :)
   
3. I almost feel obliged to write this review. That's how good Super Mario Galaxy is. The game uses the same mechanics as the two previous 3D Mario platformers (Super Mario 64 and Super Mario Sunshine). You have a hub world from which you go to different levels. Upon completion of a level, you receive a star. In Galaxy, you need 60 stars to play the final level and beat the final boss, but that's only half the game. There are really a total of 120 stars, and considering how great this game is, chances are you'll want to get all 120.
   
   So what makes Galaxy so special? How about everything? Mario controls like a charm. His moves haven't changed much(if at all) from Mario 64, but why mess with near perfection? The Wii motion controls are also put to very good use, most notably to grab "starbits" from a distance. The level design in this game is phenomenal. Bending the rules of gravity often plays a big role in Galaxy, and it works very well. The graphics are often stunning, and are not hampered by the Wii's limited graphical capabilities. The music is fantastic, and fits the wondrous space theme of the game.
   
   In short, Super Mario Galaxy is one of the best games of this console generation.

Professional Reviews

1. Product DescriptionEvery hundred years a comet passes over the Mushroom Kingdom and rains down stars and stardust, and as Princess Peach andthe citizens of the kingdom are celebrating the centennial event, Bowser and his legions attack by launching asteroids at the Mushroom Kingdom and crystalizing the Toads! Knowing that Bowser is after Princess Peach, Mario runs to save her. Things go awry as Bowser summons a massive spaceship, abducts Peach's entire castle and hits Mario with a massive magical attack. The next thing he knows, he finds himself on a mysterious moon high above the Mushroom Kingdom! Navigate Mario through a bevy of exciting new worlds and the depths of space, with all new enemies, power-ups and attack skills, as he collects the Stars needed to save Princess Peach! Two player functionality ESRB Rated RP for Rating Pending

• Race and battle with up to 4 karts at once -- or enjoy 8-player multiplayer action through your Wi-Fi Connection
• Tour courses from classic Mario Kart games -- as well as brand-new tracks and arenas
• All the crazy items and frantic speed players have come to expect

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Customer Review Summaries: Fun Game (4 stars) Great for Grown-ups Too (5 stars) Perfect for young kids (5 stars)

Customer Reviews

1. I got this for my 7 year old son and he loves it. I would say it is his second favorite game to play on his DS. It isn't a complicated game which makes it a good starter game for kids who are just starting out playing a DS. The only reason I gave it four stars instead of five was because he beat the game faster than I thought he would. With that said he still enjoys playing it and always has a blast when playing multiplayer with his friend who also owns it.
2. Just to add another perspective to the many reviews, I'm over fifty, and I've never played a racing game before -- or any of the classic Nintendo video games, for that matter. I bought this one only because of the high ratings and rave reviews. And I'm glad I did!
   
   I've never been much into real-time games, frankly, but I've always liked having one around as a change of pace. Back when home computers were a novelty, I found the occasional Red Baron (a WWI flight sim) game refreshing after many hours of playing chess or turn-based games like Civilization.
   
   That's just why I bought Mario Kart -- as a periodic change of pace from turn-based DS games like Advance Wars, Chessmaster, and Age of Empires. And it fills the bill perfectly. Maybe a little too perfectly, since Mario Kart is often my first choice nowadays.
   
   I was worried that my aging reflexes might not be up to a game like this, but it turns out I can handle it. There are three speeds to choose from, and the slowest is challenging but quite manageable. I'll never master the game, but I can keep my cart on the track most of the time, and I've enjoyed my share of victories.
   
   The race itself is spiced up with various items you can use to either enhance your own performance or interfere with your opponents' progress. And I find this a nice balance. You don't always have the speed or agility to win a straightforward race, but you can sometimes use the items to triumph anyway. Yeah, it's "dirty pool," but it's all in fun. And I think I'd probably lose interest in a straightforward racing game.
   
   The variety of drivers, carts, and tracks (some of which have to be unlocked via skillful play) make for long-term enjoyment. This game does not soon get to where you feel it's the same thing over and over again. Some of the tracks are very challenging indeed, especially at higher speeds.
   
   Anyhow, Mario Kart is lots of fun for young and old alike. One of the best purchases I've made for the DS. No regrets.
   
3. The ability for two or more kids to play from one game makes this a great addition to your Nintendo DS collection.
   
   This if fun and family-friendly. I can't say anymore that hasn't already been said in the five-star reviews.

Professional Reviews

1. Product DescriptionMario Kart DS lets you race and battle your friends all over the world. Get on the Internet via the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, racing up to race 8 friends wirelessly with only a single Game Card!

• 2nd generation storage device (no booting tool required)
• Flush fitting slot 1 card
• Uses MicroSD card FAT 16 or 32
• Supports any MicroSD card speed with no lag in game
• Supports Clean ROM drag and drop. Works on any OS

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Customer Review Summaries: turns the ds into a powerhouse (5 stars) careful which micro SD (4 stars)

Customer Reviews

1. plays your backed up games like it should, haven't experienced any slowdowns but doesn't support online play
   
   installing the operating system onto your sd card is simple
   
   freezes when it drops from 6 inches. rarely, like 1 in 30 bootups it requires re-inserting the cartridge
   
   it comes with the cartridge, a cartridge shield, a usb adapter for micro sd cards.
   
   doesn't support high capacity
   
   no need to flash your ds
   
   can play videos but you'd have to convert them
   can play mp3s
2. Made the mistake of buying a 4gig micro SD for this,as part of a bundle offer. The SDHC (high capacity) memory chips don't work with it. Stay with a 2gig or 1 gig chip.

Professional Reviews

1. Product DescriptionOther features: -Supports action replay cheat. -moonshell 1.6 support software reset function -DLDI auto-patch. -Support multi-language -Support 4 GB- 32 GB High Speed -Transflash card

• Beat Bowser in the race to the crystals
• Single player story campaign in five different giant locations
• Unlock mini-games as you progress
• Play in Story, Puzzle or Minigame modes
• Four person multiplayer option

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Customer Review Summaries: Disappointing (1 stars) Fun, especially with friends (5 stars) Just plain FUN (4 stars)

Customer Reviews

1. This was quite a disappointment. I guess I was hoping for a game similar to Super Mario Bros but this was not even near that. There were many boards where I just had to sit and watch while the game played on it's own (as 3 other players). I got bored with it. I also did not like the mini games very well as some of them it seemed I could not control the results very well.
2. I've played lots of the "main" Mario games, but this is my first time playing a Mario Party. It's great fun! And while most of the other Mario games get kind of lame when you go multiplayer, this one is even MORE fun to play with others, which you can do with just one game card.
   
   Pros: Most of the features are available for DS download play with just one game card. This game is simple enough for kids to grasp, but fun enough for adults to want to finish. The game isn't difficult by any means, so if you want the arcade challenge you get from other Mario games, this probably isn't for you. Still, this gives you a sense of competitiveness absent from other Mario games, even when you're just playing against the computer. It also has great replay value, since it's never quite the same game twice. Several different modes of game play are available so that any player is sure to find one they like.
   
   Cons: It would be nice if there were more boards available, since you get through the five included pretty quickly. That said, you still have to play each one several times before you get tired of it. The puzzles included in "puzzle mode" are also painfully dull and simple, so that mode has little value. Also, if you don't have someone else who has a DS that you can play this with, you'll probably get tired of it more quickly.
   
   Bottom line: Overall, I would recommend this game to anyone of any age, particularly if you have someone you can play it with! My only genuine complaint about the game is that there's not enough of it!
3. Having played most of the Mario Party line, including the newest on Wii I was excited to play the DS version. It DID NOT disappoint. Even tho i very recently played the newest version, the DS version is a lot of fun. Single Player mode is fun, and gets you used to the minigames. Multiplayer, is ofcourse, what the game is really about. My Wife, who is not usually a big video game fan, couldn't put it down. I strongly suggest this for anyone, but especially people who have friends/family that they can do the multiplayer with.

Professional Reviews

1. Product DescriptionYou'd think years of defeat would get to a guy, but Bowser just doesn't give up! He's captured Mario and his friends in his pursuit of a crystal that the group collected when it fell from the sky, and he doesn't hesitate to shrink them to miniature size to get rid of them and get his hands on the other four crystals. The mini-heroes have to find the crystals before he does, making their way through giant environments filled with enormous creatures. The single-player campaign takes place in five different settings, each of them ending with a boss. As usual, players have to collect coins and stars, at the same time escaping dangers such as Piranha Plants and other classic creatures from the Mario universe. As they progress through the game, players also can unlock various mini-games, such as Rail Riders, Sweet Sleuth and Goomba Wrangler! When players are tired of exploring the story mode, they can choose one of the other modes, like Puzzle and Minigame. Play with up to four friends on the DS' local Wi-Fi and let the party begin! ESRB Rated RP for Rating Pending

• Mario and Sonic, 2 of the most beloved icons in the world, join forces for the first time, at the Olympic games
• Play as or against a range of familiar characters including Mario, Sonic, Luigi, Knuckles, Yoshi, Tails, and more
• Select favorite playing style with 4 player types to choose from--all-around, technical, speed, and power
• Compete in stylized Olympic venues; choose from track and field, archery, skeet shooting, table tennis, gymnastics, and more
• Single Match, Circuit, and Mission modes; unlockable stages; up to 4 players can play together on the Wii

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Customer Review Summaries: Great game, must have for wii (5 stars) Mario and Sonic Olympic Games (1 stars) Keeps up with WII Fun! (5 stars)

Customer Reviews

1. It takes advantage of the wii remote, and is a very fun game to have. There are a few events that are difficult, but none of them are impossible, and overall, with practice, they are all a lot of fun. It is also pretty easy to unlock the levels, so once that is done, you can have a lot of fun with friends over. It is definately a good party game, and everyone will have a lot of fun and laughs playing this game.
2. This game takes more energy to complete each event than is necessary. The events are not very entertaining and the game overall is not worth purchasing.
3. Excellent game and makes use of WII capability very much. More games are enabled as you play more and start winning.
   
   One of the tricks is to select the right kind of character depending on the game you are playing (skill, power or a combination of both etc...).
   
   I haven't played all the games yet, but so far it is great.
   

Professional Reviews

1. Product DescriptionTwo of the most beloved icons in the world, Mario and Sonic, are joining forces to star in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games. Developed exclusively for the Nintendo Wii, this momentous agreement marks the first time these two renowned stars have appeared together in a game. The game's all-star cast of characters including Mario, Sonic, Luigi, Knuckles,Yoshi, Tails and more. Innovative usage of the Wii control system to maneuver your favorite character wil allow players to race the likes of Mario and Sonic down the 100m track, leap over the high jump or churn water in a swimming heat, all while competing for the much sought-after Olympic gold medal. With multiplayer capability up to four people, the stage is set for Olympic excitement with Mario and Sonic! ESRB Rated E for Everyone.