The game just doesn't let you go, because every single level feels wholly fresh and original. That "one more level" feeling is as strong here as it's been in any game I've ever seen or played.
-
Hey, guest user. Hope you're enjoying NeoGAF! Have you considered registering for an account? Come join us and add your take to the daily discourse.
Super Mario 3D World |OT| Next-gen starts right meow!
- Thread starter Frolow
- Start date
The game just doesn't let you go, because every single level feels wholly fresh and original. That "one more level" feeling is as strong here as it's been in any game I've ever seen or played.
The Librarian
Banned
My screen was right...just wasn't looking close enough. Thanks!This is what it should look like, if you don't see it, you can go into the WiiU settings and adjust your tv size setting so that all game content appears on screen:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/r16lyifgagh1yb4/WiiU_screenshot_TV_0145C.jpg
ShockingAlberto
Member
I am struggling to remember them, but I made out a list at one point. Like how the first time you use your sword in Skyward Sword (when looking for Loftwing at night), the enemies they give you are designed to teach you various things about how combat works without saying "You can combo enemies that don't die in one hit!" out loud or how the ropes around Loftwing's cage were at angles so you have to suss out that you can swing at angles, as well.
I'm up to World 3 so far. Pretty awesome so far. If I have one complaint so far, it's that it's really hard aiming my jumps. Maybe my spatial judgment is bad, but it was really hard for me to aim my jumps and try to stomp on enemies. Then I switched from the analog stick to the D-pad and it controls a lot easier. Pretty quirky.
Clockwork5
Member
yes... please?
Yeah, i actually find myself appreciating and missing the stereoscopic 3d in sm3dl. Who would have thought?
Almost too immense. Nintendo might be out of a job lol
Sure....but it would be exclusive to japan's club nintendo.
And this is the part where I mourn the 3D World soundtrack never coming over here.
Watch Da Birdie
I buy cakes for myself on my birthday it's not weird lots of people do it I bet
Found a "new" move...
If you Ground Pound and quickly jump upon hitting the ground, you do a spring jump higher than usual.
If you Ground Pound and quickly jump upon hitting the ground, you do a spring jump higher than usual.
Noticed this as well, but I still don't have the timing down to do it constantly.
The Librarian
Banned
Look what I found!
*giggles to herself*
*giggles to herself*
That's like... the cutest thing ever.Look what I found!
*giggles to herself*
Anyone else find the 8-bit Mario that appears on the saving screen strange? Shouldn't have fixed its colors.
My favorite hidden Luigi yet is the one in the first level you see those devices that send shockwaves through the ground. It just floats past you like a piece of paper in the wind.
My favorite hidden Luigi yet is the one in the first level you see those devices that send shockwaves through the ground. It just floats past you like a piece of paper in the wind.
GiantEnemyGoomba
Member
The opening shots they give you are amazing.
"Hey guys. Um, can I play too?"
Another Nintendo touch, the Chucks in a huddle.
The Librarian
Banned
I must say, the ending boss fight is very enjoyable. Very cinematic, but also game-y (if that makes any sense). My only complaint is that sometimes the camera was too slow for me.
Gosh, and look at all this post-game content! So not only am I going to go back and get as many green stars as possible, but I have a whole other world to explore too.
I'll write a full review later akin to ViewtifulJC's. Gonna let it simmer for a couple of hours.
Gosh, and look at all this post-game content! So not only am I going to go back and get as many green stars as possible, but I have a whole other world to explore too.
Didn't grab a screen of it, but at the "The End" screen you can see the Comet Observatory in the background up in space. A nice touch.
I'll write a full review later akin to ViewtifulJC's. Gonna let it simmer for a couple of hours.
The Librarian
Banned
Keep going later. A surprise is waiting.
*squeals*
Yup. I also love how that cat suit air pounce defeats them instantly.
How many stars do I need to enter the final area? I already have 122 and Im about to go to 5-4.
Looks awesome, but why is there no AA in this shot?The opening shots they give you are amazing.
The Librarian
Banned
170
Whiskeymatt
Member
I played through World 3 last night.
Chain Link Charge was when the game decided to stop fucking around.
Chain Link Charge was when the game decided to stop fucking around.
Still making my way through the game I'm into
. Instant classic as far as I'm concerned. I can see myself coming back to this game again and again as the years go by.
It really needs to be reiterated how great the level design is. So much variety and fun not only in the game, but in the levels themselves. Even the first level introduces multiple concepts. The cat suit, clear pipes, chasing rabbits, Super Mushroom. I love how the levels are not only not bound by world themes, but also not by gameplay mechanics. What I found to be a weirdly special moment was when
. Then there's tight, focused levels. There's huge sprawling levels. There's one-off gimmick levels. There's fast levels where the timer starts at 100. Many levels have multiple ways to complete them and multiple paths to take. A personal favorite is in
. And there's so many secrets to find. Sometimes they're hidden, and reward your exploration. Sometimes they're in plain sight and you simply need to have the skill to reach them.
To me (and to a lot of people, I'm sure) a sign of good game design is the level of interactivity between the player and the game. I mean, that is what separates video game from other mediums, right? And I think player experimentation is important. When I poke and prod a game in different ways, It needs to react. This game reacts (Sometimes literally when using the gamepad). When you think, "Can I do this?" The game more often than not says yes. The possibility space of the game is huge. So many levels allow for a lot of creative expression in how you tackle challenges. And the number of moves at your disposal plus the number of suits (which you can take to any level), and the majority of levels can be beaten in many different ways. And even in the tightly focused levels like Mount Must Dash and Red Hot Run there are multiple paths to take and multiple ways to find the secrets. And then add multiplayer and bam. Everything changes.
I can understand if people prefer the Galaxy style over this, but personally I do not (Galaxy is still a top tier experience, but if I had to choose between the two, 3D World is my choice). There's something very special about this game to me. I'm obviously going to keep playing and finish everything, but I've played through so much already that I don't feel wrong in saying this is my favorite Mario game ever.
the post worlds now
It really needs to be reiterated how great the level design is. So much variety and fun not only in the game, but in the levels themselves. Even the first level introduces multiple concepts. The cat suit, clear pipes, chasing rabbits, Super Mushroom. I love how the levels are not only not bound by world themes, but also not by gameplay mechanics. What I found to be a weirdly special moment was when
You go down a pipe in one of the levels, and suddenly there's Plessie and you get a short but fun Plessie ride mid level. Then back to "normal"
Hands On Hall. When you get the propeller box you can propel your way to the top of the flagpole without having to find all the keys
To me (and to a lot of people, I'm sure) a sign of good game design is the level of interactivity between the player and the game. I mean, that is what separates video game from other mediums, right? And I think player experimentation is important. When I poke and prod a game in different ways, It needs to react. This game reacts (Sometimes literally when using the gamepad). When you think, "Can I do this?" The game more often than not says yes. The possibility space of the game is huge. So many levels allow for a lot of creative expression in how you tackle challenges. And the number of moves at your disposal plus the number of suits (which you can take to any level), and the majority of levels can be beaten in many different ways. And even in the tightly focused levels like Mount Must Dash and Red Hot Run there are multiple paths to take and multiple ways to find the secrets. And then add multiplayer and bam. Everything changes.
I can understand if people prefer the Galaxy style over this, but personally I do not (Galaxy is still a top tier experience, but if I had to choose between the two, 3D World is my choice). There's something very special about this game to me. I'm obviously going to keep playing and finish everything, but I've played through so much already that I don't feel wrong in saying this is my favorite Mario game ever.
ViewtifulJC
Banned
Welp, got my four shiny stars, I'm happy
Great game, I could see myself replaying this a lot over the years when its not so fresh in my head. Curious to see what EAD Tokyo does next on Wii U.
Great game, I could see myself replaying this a lot over the years when its not so fresh in my head. Curious to see what EAD Tokyo does next on Wii U.
Do the shiny stars still appear if the super guide block pops up? Because the guys I'm playing with are always dying lolWelp, got my four shiny stars, I'm happy
Great game, I could see myself replaying this a lot over the years when its not so fresh in my head. Curious to see what EAD Tokyo does next on Wii U.
ViewtifulJC
Banned
As long as you touch the Box of Shame and Dishonor, you'll still get the shiny stars
It can appear. Just don't use it.
Cool thanks.
cat bell is the cape feather of SM3DW in more ways than one :3
The Librarian
Banned
huh
What I don't get is why he was impressed by the Ghost House in particular. It was definitely a fun level, but there were several much better stages earlier in the game. Like 1-Castle and Double Cherry Pass, for example.
Inferno313
Banned
Where's Mario?
Is it just me or is that a schlong in Bowser's mouth...
That's too bad to hear but keep going. The later stages should give you the variety you desire.