Interesting question!
I have yet to see anyone really call SMBW garbage. At worst, people say it's just more of the NSMB series, which I can kind of see.
Personally? I liked it. But it's definitely not up there with the classics. It's more like NSMB with a gimmick thrown on top, but it managed to feel fresh due to its creativity in the visual and gameplay department. The overworld was a cool new concept, but I wish there had been more secrets to explore.
World 4 definitely remains a highlight. The desert was extremely cool.
I remember when SMBW was unveiled I was disappointed they hadn't gone full 2.5D like the DKC games, but I think it worked out well for this game. Still, it's something I'd like to see them try in the future.
I also remember Miyamoto saying that after SMW he thought he had fully explored what Mario could be in 2D, and I think he was right. I haven't seen any 2D Mario so far really move the formula forwards. SMBW didn't do that either, but I guess it didn't need to. It at least felt fresh, and it was a good time all around.
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I have yet to see anyone really call SMBW garbage. At worst, people say it's just more of the NSMB series, which I can kind of see.
Personally? I liked it. But it's definitely not up there with the classics. It's more like NSMB with a gimmick thrown on top, but it managed to feel fresh due to its creativity in the visual and gameplay department. The overworld was a cool new concept, but I wish there had been more secrets to explore.
World 4 definitely remains a highlight. The desert was extremely cool.
I remember when SMBW was unveiled I was disappointed they hadn't gone full 2.5D like the DKC games, but I think it worked out well for this game. Still, it's something I'd like to see them try in the future.
I also remember Miyamoto saying that after SMW he thought he had fully explored what Mario could be in 2D, and I think he was right. I haven't seen any 2D Mario so far really move the formula forwards. SMBW didn't do that either, but I guess it didn't need to. It at least felt fresh, and it was a good time all around.