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Review Database Super Mario Brothers | Mini Review (NES)
Sunday, 15 July 2012 17:03
Last Updated on Sunday, 15 July 2012 17:33
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The NES classic that introduced the world to the most recognizable video game character of all time, Super Mario Brothers is the original standard for excellence in gaming. It may have been released nearly 30 years ago (damn, I feel old!), but the perfectly tuned platforming gameplay still holds up today.
It’s hard to imagine gaming making the strides that it has over the last 30 years without the influence of this Nintendo masterpiece. If you have kids who missed out on the glory days of gaming’s past, do them a favor and introduce them to this gem. You might just save their “gaming taste” in the process.
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There is a story here, but it’s unimportant. The presentation is very simple, and to the point. Everything you need to know is displayed at the top of the screen at all times. |
| Graphics | Groundbreaking for it’s time, still fun and colorful today. Even after nearly 30 years, the graphics never get in the way of the excellent gameplay. |
| Sound Design | The sound effects and, especially, the music have stood the test of time. You won’t find a gamer, of any sort, that won’t recognize the Mario theme song. |
| Gameplay | Simple design with intuitive controls, but challenging to master. in other words, gaming perfected. |
| Longevity | A lengthy adventure with some hidden secrets along the way. Nearly infinitely replay value… Nearly 30 years later, and it’s still being played. ‘Nuff said. |
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