Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury
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- February 12, 2021
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Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury offer two distinct, yet familiar, Mario experiences that demonstrate why Mario is an ageless franchise. Super Mario 3D World is pure, unadulterated joy, successfully bringing an under-appreciated gem forward from the Wii U era. Meanwhile, Bowser’s Fury is an ambitious experimental expansion, offering a scaled-down but surprisingly robust mini 3D Mario game.
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Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury offer two distinct, yet familiar, Mario experiences that demonstrate why Mario is an ageless franchise. Super Mario 3D World is pure, unadulterated joy, successfully bringing an under-appreciated gem forward from the Wii U era. Meanwhile, Bowser's Fury is an ambitious experimental expansion, offering a scaled-down but surprisingly robust mini 3D Mario game.
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Cam Shea (IGN)
7/10
“Two solid platformers in one; neither of which approaches the franchise’s most dizzying heights.”
Sam Loveridge (GamesRadar+)
4.5/5 stars
“Quirky, creative, and constant good fun, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury blends Mario gameplay old and new with great success, creating a title that feels worthy of his 35th birthday celebrations.”
Chris Carter (Destructoid)
10/10
“To be clear, I’d still wholly recommend this version of 3D World even without Bowser’s Fury. The tweaks are small overall, and Bowser’s Fury isn’t going to sate the most hardcore of Mario fans looking for a brand new game, but the package as a whole is magical. If you were one of the many who missed out on this Wii U classic, fix that.”
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| Outlet | Author | Score | Date | Quote | Read |
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| Areajugones | David Cruz | 9.5 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | This is one of the best platforms in history, and its expansion is by no means a minor content, since at some times it shines with more personality than the original title. In short, an indispensable pack has played the video game on Wii U or not, and one of the most essential works of your Nintendo Switch. | Read review |
| Ars Technica | Kyle Orland | Recommended | 02-10-2021 | Bowser’s Fury works just fine as an added bonus packaged with an under-appreciated platforming gem from the Wii U era. If you’ve never played 3D World before, this is a great chance to catch up on a fresh take on 3D Mario design. If you’re mainly interested in Bowser’s Fury, though, maybe wait until the strong ideas get expanded into a full, standalone game. | Read review |
| Atomix | Alberto Desfassiaux | 98 / 100 | 02-10-2021 | The best way to play on of the greatest Mario’s games. Also, Bowser’s Fury is an ambitious expansion with a lot of new ideas. | Read review |
| Attack of the Fanboy | Dean James | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-17-2021 | By combining the completely new Bowser’s Fury expansion with what was an already stellar Super Mario 3D World, there is no question that Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury will provide you with hours of pure joy in what is one of the best entries in the overall Mario series and yet another must own title in the Nintendo Switch library. | Read review |
| AusGamers | Kosta Andreadis | 8.6 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | It’s also as strange as Mario’s team-up with a sentient hat that for some reason lets him Being John Malkovich a dinosaur. | Read review |
| But Why Tho? | Eva Herinkova | 9 / 10 | 02-20-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is a game that every Switch owner needs to get their hands on, especially if they’ve been a longtime Mario and Nintendo fan. Pairing the base game with the new Bowser’s Fury expansion creates a phenomenal blend of 2D platforming from a 3D perspective. It allows the player to further explore these mechanics in a more open-world environment while portraying Bowser in a new light. | Read review |
| Cerealkillerz | Manuel Barthes | 9.5 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Although Super Mario 3D World is only an implementation for Nintendo Switch, it has not lost any of its charm and ingenuity. The loving optimization for the benefit of the gaming experience, as well as the bonus adventure Bowser’s Fury, are convincing across the board and promise fun for up to four players. Even some questionable level designs can hardly tarnish the overall picture. | Read review |
| CGMagazine | Jordan Biordi | 7 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | I don’t think Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury annoys me as much as it did on the Wii U, since the Switch already has the best Mario ever made on it; and I do think there is fun to be had with these games, even though I find them to be fairly frustrating. I would still recommend them if you enjoyed the originals, or maybe wanted to play them with younger gamers. Even though I might not go back to it very often, I don’t regret the time spent with it. | Read review |
| Checkpoint Gaming | Tom Quirk | 8 / 10 | 02-11-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is an excellent case for why Nintendo should be porting more Wii U games to the Switch. With its improved presentation and the convenience of the Switch, this is definitely the optimal way to play Super Mario 3D World, even without much in the way of new features. Bowser’s Fury is also an excellent open-world Mario mini-adventure, which is probably worth the price of admission on its own. Admittedly, the multiplayer features some camera issues, particularly in Bowser’s Fury. However, that should not stop Mario fans of all ages from checking out Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury, especially if they missed out on this much loved platformer the first time around. | Read review |
| COGconnected | James Paley | 80 / 100 | 02-10-2021 | These two titles offer distinct, yet familiar, Mario experiences. | Read review |
| Critical Hit | Brad Lang | 9 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D is a great game to play solo or with friends and shows off some of Nintendo’s best level design yet, while Bowser’s Fury is an inventive take on the Mario formula that’s more generous with its content than it ought to be. Both games make for a fantastic bundle and should be checked out by fans and non-fans alike. | Read review |
| Cubed3 | Az Elias | 8 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World may not have had much added to it aside from an online function that is limited to only saving progress for the host, but it didn’t necessarily need much else. Nintendo successfully found a way to evolve the 2D classics without going open world, and the result is one of the most consistently fresh and enjoyable games around, which, despite lacking the challenge of the NES games, has something for just about everyone. The bonus Bowser’s Fury solo adventure is an absolute delight with a brilliant core idea that adds a crazy tension to Mario platforming, but it is hard to present a case for purchasing this pack just to play it. Whilst full of great content, it is too short-lived to feel worth the asking price, and really needs a standalone purchase option. When taking both games into account for those that have not played the original Wii U title, though, this is a cracking bundle of Mario goodness that encapsulates what everyone knows and still loves about the moustachioed hero after an enduring thirty-five years. | Read review |
| Daily Mirror | James Ide | 4 / 5 stars | 02-10-2021 | Bowser’s Fury offers some great new ideas and is much more than a simple DLC. It’s a great Mario game in its own right, with enough to entice those who played 3D World before with a wholly new and compelling experience, as well as offering one of the most epic showdowns in Nintendo history. | Read review |
| Daily Star | Tom Hutchison | 4 / 5 stars | 02-16-2021 | It’s best suited to the Mario fanatics who somehow missed playing through one of the best Wii U games ever at the time. This really is a must-have for that collection. | Read review |
| DASHGAMER.com | Dan Rizzo | 10 / 10 | 02-12-2021 | A new wave of Nintendo Switch owners are now set to experience this outstanding action-adventure title that redefined Mario’s established platforming construct, amalgamating and adopting features across prominent titles within Nintendo’s most renowned franchise. | Read review |
| Destructoid | Chris Carter | 10 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | To be clear, I’d still wholly recommend this version of 3D World even without Bowser’s Fury. The tweaks are small overall, and Bowser’s Fury isn’t going to sate the most hardcore of Mario fans looking for a brand new game, but the package as a whole is magical. If you were one of the many who missed out on this Wii U classic, fix that. | Read review |
| Digital Spy | Jess Lee | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-23-2021 | Super Mario 3D World on the Nintendo Switch is the definitive version of an already stellar game. More than seven years after the original release, Mario’s Wii U adventure hasn’t aged a bit – oozing creativity and providing platforming thrills at nearly every turn. Bowser’s Fury is a nice little companion, and although not quite as consistent, it combines with 3D World to form an outstanding package. | Read review |
| Digital Trends | Giovanni Colantonio | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-14-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is one of the best Nintendo Switch packages money can buy. The Wii U classic hasn’t aged a day and remains a delightful romp that contains some of the franchise’s most creative ideas. Meanwhile, the new Bowser’s Fury mode is a superb standalone adventure that plays like a short, but sweet Super Mario Odyssey sequel. It’s a joyful duo of games that celebrates Mario’s past, present, and future all at once. | Read review |
| Digitally Downloaded | Matt Sainsbury | 5 / 5 stars | 02-11-2021 | An exceptional first release for Nintendo in 2021 | Read review |
| Easy Allies | Michael Damiani | 4 / 5 stars | 02-16-2021 | Blending the old with the new, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury lets you relive the classic Wii U adventure with new enhancements and gives you a taste of open world platforming with its new campaign. | Read review |
| Echo Boomer | David Fialho | Recommended | 03-21-2021 | Alone or with friends this package is fun multiplied and offers a great look to what future Mario games can be. | Read review |
| EGM | Michael Goroff | 8 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is the Wii U port that Switch owners have been waiting for. Besides the inclusion of online multiplayer, 3D World is the same good game that players already experienced on the Wii U, and fans of the series who missed it the first time around will enjoy its hybridization of 2D and 3D Mario gameplay. But the highlight of the package is Bowser’s Fury, a scaled-down but surprisingly robust mini 3D Mario game that actually takes some chances. | Read review |
| Eurogamer | Martin Robinson | Recommended | 02-10-2021 | 3D World’s feast of all things Mario is joined by a fittingly experimental, hugely enjoyable – if slightly scrappy – expansion. | Read review |
| Everyeye.it | Marco Mottura | 8.8 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | As the title itself indicates, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury proves to be more than just the re-proposal in Nintendo Switch sauce of an exclusive Wii U not particularly lucky: the idea of inserting for once a completely new extra is very appreciable, and you find the ideas inside Bowser’s Fury are not lacking at all. While the difference in tone and gameplay between the two games is quite right, the overall superiority of Super Mario 3D World over the new adventure is also evident, which ends up being an appendix or little more. The effect is that of a very solid pairing, which once again celebrates the undisputed supremacy of the Great N in the platforming field. | Read review |
| Forbes | Ollie Barder | 9 / 10 | 02-11-2021 | Overall, this is a fantastic collection of Super Mario games. From the focused and demanding Super Mario 3D World to the more experimental, though still very well executed, open world take for Bowser’s Fury. Both games have a lot to offer and will keep you very busy unlocking their innermost secrets. | Read review |
| Game Informer | Brian Shea | 9.3 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | This package combines tried-and-true gameplay and level design with unique concepts (plus an all-new game) to earn its place among the elite games in the franchise | Read review |
| Game Rant | Dalton Cooper | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-15-2021 | Bowser’s Fury is great while it lasts, but it is admittedly short, and so Super Mario 3D World’s high price tag on Switch may be hard to swallow for those that have already played through the game on Wii U. Double-dipping makes more sense for someone who is wanting to take advantage of Super Mario 3D World’s online co-op functionality, but other returning players may want to wait for a sale. However, anyone that hasn’t played Super Mario 3D World on the Wii U should go out and buy Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury on Switch immediately, as it is a fantastic Super Mario 3D platforming experience with enough content to keep fans busy for weeks. | Read review |
| Game Revolution | Paul Tamburro | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-16-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is an excellent combination of games, offering both co-op Mario mayhem and a 3D Mario collect-a-thon in a single package. While Mario 3D World might not be Nintendo at its most creative, it’s still a must-play multiplayer game for Nintendo Switch owners, and Bowser’s Fury is much more than just the cherry on the cake. | Read review |
| Gameblog | Thomas Pillon | 9 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Thans to its many clever tweaks, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury give the player many reasons to enjoy a great 3D platformer, now a little bit faster, and with friends around the globe online. Let’s not forget Bowser’s Fury, a tiny open world adventure which rightfully mixes gameplays from the Wii U and Switch episodes, and delivers a strong experience with a twist. | Read review |
| GameCrate | Angelo D’Argenio | 7.8 / 10 | 02-12-2021 | If you never played the original then picking this up is a no-brainer. 3D World is a fantastic Mario adventure, and you shouldn’t miss it. However, if you already played the original on the Wii U, Bowser’s Fury and the added online play don’t quite make it worth the full $60. That being said, it’s absolutely worth it if the price drops even a little, or if you just really want to play 3D World without having to hook up the Wii U. It’s a great game, but it still feels like Nintendo should have done more with it. | Read review |
| Gamefa | Amirmehdi Namjoo | 9.2 / 10 | 02-22-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury once again proves that Nintendo is the master of platformers. Even though the Super Mario 3D World was initially released for Wii U, it is still superior to most platformers out there. Bowser’s Fury is also an excellent addition. It has some minor flaws, but the overall experience is delightful. There are some minor problems in the Co-op part, but, all and all, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is a must-buy for anyone loving platformers or having a Nintendo Switch. | Read review |
| GameGrin | Gary Sheppard | 8.5 / 10 | 02-27-2021 | Whilst this isn’t a game that represents great value, it’s still excellent fun. Bowser’s Fury is a nice, if a little short, addition to a game which didn’t get the attention it deserved due to the failure of the Wii U. | Read review |
| GameMAG | Александр Копанев | 9 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury for Nintendo Switch effectively handles two important tasks: introducing new players to the classic game that came from the Wii U, as well as pleasing hungry fans with new great content. Definitely a must-play for all Super Mario fans! | Read review |
| GamePro | Tobias Veltin | 90 / 100 | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World is still a real fun package with no signs of ageing, which is made even more rewarding by Bowser’s Fury. | Read review |
| GamesBeat | Mike Minotti | 100 / 100 | 02-10-2021 | You can play a lot of 3D Mario games on your Switch. Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is just as good as any of them. It contains makes the Wii U game feel better than you remember, and the bonus campaign makes the package one of the best ports Nintendo has brought to the Switch. | Read review |
| GameSkinny | Joshua Broadwell | 10 / 10 | 02-17-2021 | Super Mario 3D World might be almost eight years old, but time hasn’t dulled this cat’s claws. It’s still an absolute blast to play, with a delectable range of designs that never fails to impress. That’s made more evident with the Switch’s slightly faster speed. And while Bowser’s Fury is short, it’s full of so much potential for Mario’s future, making this the most easily recommended port-and-repackage of the Switch’s lifecycle so far. | Read review |
| GameSpew | Kim Snaith | 9 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Aside from some repetition between the two titles, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is a joy from start to finish. | Read review |
| GameSpot | Steve Watts | 9 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury packages one of the best recent Mario games with a delightfully odd new experience. | Read review |
| GamesRadar+ | Sam Loveridge | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-10-2021 | Quirky, creative, and constant good fun, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury blends Mario gameplay old and new with great success, creating a title that feels worthy of his 35th birthday celebrations. | Read review |
| GameXplain | GameXplain | Not Recommended | 02-11-2021 | Video Review | Read review |
| GamingBolt | Shubhankar Parijat | 9 / 10 | 02-17-2021 | There’s no two ways about it- if you have a Switch, you absolutely should not miss out on Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury. | Read review |
| GamingTrend | David Flynn | 85 / 100 | 02-16-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury contains two excellent Mario games, but is unfortunately held back by frustrating controls, especially in multiplayer, and a lot of waiting in Bowser’s Fury when going for 100%. If you can get past that though, you’re in for some of the best 3D platforming Mario has to offer. | Read review |
| GBAtemp | Krista Noren | 9.1 / 10 | 03-05-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury gets its time to (cat) shine, now that it’s finally on the Nintendo Switch. | Read review |
| God is a Geek | Adam Cook | 10 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Despite multiplayer now being online, it still feels superfluous, but otherwise Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury might just be one of those fabled “perfect” games. | Read review |
| GotGame | David Poole | 8.5 / 10 | 02-23-2021 | Overall, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is still a great game. While it does have some flaws, this two-for-one package is still very worthwhile. It’s unfortunate that the online multiplayer limits progress to the host player, but it’s still fun for quick sessions. Even if the length of Bowser’s Fury is somewhat underwhelming, it’s a fun experience that makes for a cool experiment. | Read review |
| GRYOnline.pl | Przemysław Zamęcki | 8 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | One could say that Nintendo is rehashing golden oldies for the Switch. But you have to admit that Wii U wasn’t very popular, and it would be a shame to lose many great games due to the platform’s popularity. That’s why this new version of Super Mario 3D World, accompanied by a really interesting Bowser’s Fury stand-alone title, looks so interesting! | Read review |
| Guardian | Keza MacDonald | 4 / 5 stars | 02-10-2021 | One of the brightest and cutest Mario games with a novel adventure as a side dish | Read review |
| Hardcore Gamer | Kirstin Swalley | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-15-2021 | Super Mario 3D World was already a fantastic Mario title that alone made it worth owning a Wii U back in the day. | Read review |
| Hobby Consolas | David Martinez | 93 / 100 | 02-10-2021 | It´s not one, but two great platformers for Nintendo Switch. One of the greatest Wii U games (with improvement such as online multiplayer and photo mode) and a new Mario 3D game, not as big and ambitious as previous games, but equally fun and full of surprises. | Read review |
| IGN | Cam Shea | 7 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Two solid platformers in one; neither of which approaches the franchise’s most dizzying heights. | Read review |
| IGN Italy | Mattia Ravanelli | 9 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Simple and immediate, beautiful to see and fun even in multiplayer, Super Mario 3D World is the “what if” of the history of Super Mario. But with obvious limitations compared to Super Mario Odyssey and the other chapters in 3D. Bowser’s Fury tries to beat new paths, without avoiding a few slips. | Read review |
| IGN Spain | David Soriano | 8.8 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World has aged quite well. It is still a very enjoyable adventure, updated in its rhythm and different enough from Super Mario Odyssey for those who came to Switch without going through Wii U to discover it. The big surprise is Bowser’s Fury, which transcends the concept of simple DLC and adds mechanics and novelties of epic dimensions. | Read review |
| Impulsegamer | Chris O’Connor | 5 / 5 stars | 02-11-2021 | Revisit some classic Mario gaming with some added elements to bring it some new life. | Read review |
| INDIANTVCZ | Patrik Strnad | 9 / 10 | 03-04-2021 | Super Mario 3D World was a brilliant platformer in 2013 and it still holds up very well in 2021. Count in the new online multiplayer and the story addition Bowser’s Fury, and you’ve got a very worthwhile title in front of you. | Read review |
| KeenGamer | Dakota Gordon | 8 / 10 | 02-17-2021 | While some may have passed on this game whether for console or preconceived reasons, this re-release package deal provides a great opportunity to jump back in. All the variety and creativity of 3D World returns on a portable console, featuring an Odyssey-like bonus mode that takes all the fun from the base game and experiments even more. It’s not the definitive Mario experience that other consoles have featured, but there’s no denying the amount of flexibility this game provides with its seemingly endless design spectacle, now complete with a chance to live out everyone’s fantasy of Nintendo-esque Kaiju battles. | Read review |
| Kotaku | Ian Walker | Recommended | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is essentially the same game on Switch that some of you may have experienced on Wii U. While there’s no denying that the new hardware can’t keep up with the game’s ambitions at times, this bundle is at its core another fantastic Mario experience. | Read review |
| LevelUp | Pedro Pérez Cesari | 9.5 / 10 | 02-15-2021 | Super Mario 3D World is one of the best platformers ever. Period. It is a formidable testament in creative level design that shows everything a Mario Bros. game should be. Bowser’s Fury is an interesting experiment that tries to take the 3D World engine into an open world. The result is fun, but lacks the polish that made 3D World a classic. A must own game for Switch owners. | Read review |
| Luis Alamilla | Luis Alamilla | 9.5 / 10 | 02-13-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is by far the best way to play this somewhat forgotten mainline Mario game. By itself, this port of 3D World not only brings the original game to a portable but further improves performance and refines mechanics with a speedier movement across the board. The consistently evolving level design along with the new online multiplayer makes for one entertaining time whether playing alone or with friends. Bowser’s Fury is a solid experiment with the base game that entertains the idea of the Mario series going a bit more open world and while it’s not a flawless execution, the idea is exciting and with further refinement can be a great new direction for the Mario series. With plenty for new and old players, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury makes a compelling case to not just give this game a try but to give it a revisit even if you played this on Wii U. | Read review |
| M3 | Raphael Cano Felix | 4 / 10 | 02-24-2021 | There are few titles that can give four players in the same room the huge rush of Super Mario 3D World. The improvements in the Switch version are few, but appreciated. In addition, these changes the game to such an extent that even veterans should play it. The extra game Bowser’s Fury is the icing on the cake and gives you a playful open world sandbox where proven moments meet new elements. The result is simply a complete package of pure platform entertainment. | Read review |
| Merlin’in Kazanı | Samet Basri Taşlı | 87 / 100 | 02-18-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is a great package with two different games in it. It’s definitely the right decision to bring gems stuck in a console that most players don’t have to Nintendo Switch. | Read review |
| Metro GameCentral | Unknown | 9 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | One of the best modern Super Mario titles is made that little bit better and accompanied by a brand-new game that bends the formula in new and exciting ways. | Read review |
| Niche Gamer | Fingal Belmont | 8 / 10 | 02-19-2021 | Anyone who missed the original on Wii U, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is a must own for their Nintendo Switch library. It may not make a whole lot of sense, but the platforming action is so focused and confidently designed. It is a constant stream of creative ideas and stimulating gameplay that is very hard to put down. | Read review |
| Nintendo Enthusiast | Jaimie Ditchfield | 9.5 / 10 | 02-15-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is an excellent package, providing two engaging adventures with tons of content spread across them both. The improvements in Super Mario 3D World transform it into easily the best version of the game. Bowser’s Fury is likewise fantastic, offering yet another open-world Mario adventure (albeit on a smaller scale) with interesting ideas and fun gameplay. If you’re new to Super Mario 3D World, then this is the perfect time to dive in. However, if you’re like me and have played 3D World to death, then there’s also something in here for you as well. | Read review |
| Nintendo Life | Chris Scullion | 10 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World remains one of the better linear Mario games, and anyone playing it for the first time is in for an absolute treat. Add to that the curious bonus adventure that is Bowser’s Fury and you’ve got a package that provides great value for money. It isn’t without its flaws, but most of these (online multiplayer, repetitive missions in Bowser’s Fury) relate to the new additions; the main game itself remains as pure and perfect as it was seven years ago. Had it just been Super Mario 3D World on its own, we’d be thoroughly recommending it anyway; Bowser’s Fury is just the cherry on top. | Read review |
| Nintendo Wire | Ricky Berg | 9 / 10 | 03-02-2021 | 3D World might be the more complete package here, but it’s Bowser’s Fury that’s setting a new bar for this type of Mario game and potentially games as a whole when it comes to structure. Nintendo’s sure to pull from this experimental standalone going forward, and seeing the series evolve in real time reiterates just how storied and necessary Super Mario is. Put less broadly, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is a game you need to get your paws on. | Read review |
| NintendoWorldReport | Neal Ronaghan | 9 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | If you’ve never played 3D World before or haven’t touched it since the Wii U days, this is well worth the price of admission. Prospects get a little tougher if you’re not interested in going through 3D World, because while Bowser’s Fury is amazing, it’s still approximately less than 10 hours of gameplay even if you do everything. But no matter what: Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury might be one of the strongest Mario games available on Switch. The base game is fun and varied, while Bowser’s Fury offers a distinctive, inventive, and superb open-world 3D Mario experience. | Read review |
| NoesPaisparaFrikis | Impozible Julin | 9.7 / 10 | 02-17-2021 | The best 3D platforms of the last decade. | Read review |
| Noisy Pixel | Ian Goudelock | 9 / 10 | 02-18-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is a wholly satisfying gameplay experience that offers some of the series’s best multiplayer mayhem. The tweaks might seem minor, but they result in much better execution of an already amazing game. Also, the inclusion of Bowser’s Fury just makes this re-release that much sweeter. You can tell real effort went into this updated version, and it’s one adventure that I appreciated and enjoyed from beginning to end. | Read review |
| Paste Magazine | Moises Taveras | 9 / 10 | 02-24-2021 | In a way, Bowser’s Fury’s restraint in world design and simplicity actually puts it more directly in line with 3D World than Odyssey, feeling like its true successor, but settling for this halfway step between them due to how it was released. Regardless of how both titles were delivered, I’m absolutely delighted with 3D World and fascinated at what a fuller title in the vein of Bowser’s Fury might look like. Here’s hoping we see more like both of these standout Mario titles sooner rather than later. | Read review |
| PCMag | Jordan Minor | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World is an incredible and underplayed Wii U adventure that’s now available on Switch. But Bowser’s Fury steals the show with its exciting and fresh take on a 3D Mario game. | Read review |
| Polygon | Chris Plante | Recommended | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is a fantastic double feature | Read review |
| PowerUp! | Leo Stevenson | 9.8 / 10 | 02-11-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is a showcase of the game design mastery which has made Nintendo the best in the business. | Read review |
| Press Start | Shannon Grixti | 9 / 10 | 02-11-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is a fantastic package that showcases what makes Nintendo games so special. Super Mario 3D World is just as good as when it released, and Bower’s Fury is a surprisingly good standalone adventure that paves the way for the future of Mario. | Read review |
| Rapid Reviews UK | Charles Oakley | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-18-2021 | The Wii U might have a bad rap, but anyone who owned one knew how good the Wii U game library was. Hence Nintendo keeps porting Wii U games to the infinitely more popular Nintendo Switch. As someone who owned and played the heck outta the criminally underrated Wii U, this isn’t my first time playing Super Mario 3D World. That was back in 2013, however, this Switch port breathes new life into it and is also bolstered by new addition, Bowser’s Fury. It couldn’t have come at a better time, either, with plenty of people like yours truly needing an injection of joy into their life. | Read review |
| Reno Gazette-Journal | Jason Hidalgo | 8.5 / 10 | 02-24-2021 | Bowser’s Fury is a short but sweet addition to the classic Wii U title that adds one angry Koopa king and a more open-world approach to the game. Whether it’s worth re-buying 3D World once again depends on how much you value four extra hours of new gameplay — perhaps a few more extra if you try to get every hidden collectible. For Mario fans who have never experienced the original Wii U game, however, getting Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is pretty much a no-brainer. | Read review |
| Rocket Chainsaw | Andrew Cathie | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-28-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury provides both a slightly improved version of a past game and a new, fresh experience in one package. | Read review |
| Saudi Gamer | Unknown | 10 / 10 | 02-18-2021 | The new release for Super Mario 3D World is literally two games at the price of one, Mario 3D World is still one of the best 3D Platformers to try.. And with the addition of Bowser’s Fury that gives you a completely new experience + enjoyment, in My opinion one of the best releases from Nintendo, what a way to celebrate Super Mario Bros. 35th Anniversary | Read review |
| Screen Rant | Riley Little | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-10-2021 | Bowser’s Fury adds so much to the Wii U port. | Read review |
| SECTOR.sk | Matúš Štrba | 9.5 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World is still great, fun and really rich in content. Bowser’s Fury adds new layers of gampleay inspired by Sunshine to enjoy. | Read review |
| Shacknews | Ozzie Mejia | 9 / 10 | 02-14-2021 | Greatness in simplicity has been the best way to describe Nintendo for decades and there are few better examples than Super Mario 3D World. Bowser’s Fury is the angry icing on the cake. | Read review |
| Slant Magazine | Justin Clark | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-18-2021 | Bowser’s Fury finds Nintendo again pushing the envelope of Super Mario Bros. in exciting directions. | Read review |
| SpazioGames | Valentino Cinefra | 9.3 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | If you love platforming (and cats) this is an absolute gem. | Read review |
| Stevivor | Ben Salter | 9 / 10 | 02-11-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is a delightful double act. Super Mario 3D World holds up well, and offers a unique multiplayer experience that works particularly well on Switch. Its opening worlds are designed to cater for that varied audience, while the second half injects some much needed difficulty and is best played solo. Bowser’s Fury is experimental in nature, and offers something completely different with a fully open world housing plenty of Shines to collect at a rapid pace. While neither quite reaches the dizzying heights of Super Mario Galaxy or Odyssey, it is a double dose of Mario doing things differently, and a fitting finale to Super Mario’s 35th anniversary. | Read review |
| TechRaptor | Austin Suther | 9 / 10 | 02-25-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is a fantastic package that any Mario fan should own. Super Mario 3D World might not be the most unique Mario, but it sure is fun. With Bowser’s Fury as an extra mode, it’s a smash hit. | Read review |
| Telegraph | Tom Hoggins | 4 / 5 stars | 02-10-2021 | This Switch remaster of the Wii U outing for Nintendo’s famous plumber comes with online co-op and the strangest Mario adventure yet | Read review |
| The Digital Fix | Stephen Hudson | 9 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Near-perfect platforming, gorgeous visuals and a joy-filled soundtrack make Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury one of the best Mario titles of all time, and an essential purchase for all Switch owners. | Read review |
| The Games Machine | Stefano Calzati | 9.5 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is an explosive pack. 3D World returns with an improved pace, while retaining the stellar gameplay that characterized it when it first launched, and of course being still as hilarious as it was back then. Bowser’s Fury takes the lesson a step further, creating a small and dense open world that will put you to the test with a sense of urgency unlike any other Super Mario game. The result, needless to say, is pure, unadulterated joy. | Read review |
| The Outerhaven Productions | William Kok | 4.5 / 5 stars | 03-17-2021 | Bowser’s Fury is an experience that should not be missed by any Nintendo fan. From the new level and open world designs, the catchy music, and the metal havoc from Max Fury Bowser, it is just a fun time through and through. Open to all types of players and co-op modes makes this accessible to anyone. While it may not be the full Mario adventure like Odyssey or 3D World, it is still full Mario experience that Nintendo is known for. Tributes to Super Mario Sunshine and Odyssey with ideas that may lead into future titles. Completionists will be rewarded and acknowledge for their efforts. A great expansion to an already solid package to 3D World. | Read review |
| TheSixthAxis | Jason Coles | 9 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | I can’t really recommend Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury enough. Whether you’ve played the original game before or not, the addition of online multiplayer is a big win, while Bowser’s Fury is a testament to just how pure a Mario game can be while still feeling fresh and exciting. Put simply; this is an essential game for Mario fans. | Read review |
| TrueGaming | حسين الموسى | 10 / 10 | 02-16-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is the best platformer we did ever play. It was already a great game, and Bowser’s experimental world made it even better. | Read review |
| TrustedReviews | Jade King | 4.5 / 5 stars | 01-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is both a welcome return for a platforming classic and a novel expansion of what made the game so special back on the Wii U. There’s a solid chance that millions of players missed out on its excellence back in 2013, so now is the perfect time to take it for a spin. | Read review |
| Twinfinite | Chris Jecks | 4.5 / 5 stars | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury offers two adventures’ worth of 3D Mario platforming action in one convenient package. Though Super Mario 3D World is a little limited in its QOL improvements, the game still offers over 80 charming levels of platforming action. The real star of the show, however, was Bowser’s Fury, which innovates on the foundations laid by previous 3D titles, to provide some of the most enjoyable, open-world platforming I’ve had the pleasure of playing. This is a must-buy for Switch owners and Mario fans alike and is sure to tide you over the next couple of months. | Read review |
| Unboxholics | Γιώργος Πρίτσκας | Recommended | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is an easy suggestion. It contains the best version of a great game and a highly demanding and enjoyable new ‘sub-chapter’ for the series. | Read review |
| Use a Potion | Daryl Leach | 9.5 / 10 | 03-11-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is a must-own package for Switch owners, with each of the games included offering fantastic platforming experiences that players simply won’t want to miss out on. | Read review |
| VG247 | Alex Donaldson | Recommended | 02-10-2021 | Bowser’s Fury is a short experience – it’ll take a competent player a couple of hours to see all it has to offer, and a few hours more to drive it all the way to 100% completion – but it’s completely worthwhile. It has some great surprises, which is why I talk about it in such generalized terms. Bowser’s Fury would’ve made a great download-only, budget-price stand-alone – so as a bonus included with an already excellent game, its value can’t really be overstated. | Read review |
| VGChartz | Evan Norris | Recommended | 03-07-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is an essential platforming experience. | Read review |
| Video Chums | A.J. Maciejewski | 9.2 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World is an excellent game so if you still haven’t played it or simply want it on Switch, this will make a wonderful addition to your gaming library. Oh, and you also get a fantastic bonus game with Bowser’s Fury so how could you go wrong? | Read review |
| Video Games Chronicle | Andy Robinson | 5 / 5 stars | 02-10-2021 | 3D World is Nintendo EAD at its imaginative, brilliant best and remains a platforming triumph. Bowser’s Fury, while not nearly as inventive, offers hours of additional challenges and a welcome excuse to revisit a classic. | Read review |
| Washington Post | Jhaan Elker | Recommended | 02-10-2021 | Even with the Bowser’s Fury miss, the content is worth it. If you want one of the best and most versatile multiplayer experiences to date for the Nintendo Switch, online or offline, go with Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury. | Read review |
| Wccftech | Rosh Kelly | 9.1 / 10 | 02-10-2021 | Super Mario 3D World shows why Mario is an ageless franchise, with the seven-year-old game providing fresh fun and a delightful experience. Bowser’s Fury is the exact opposite, showing just how exciting and experimental the series can be. | Read review |
| Worth Playing | Chris “Atom” DeAngelus | 9 / 10 | 02-17-2021 | Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is one of the best Mario games to date. Brimming with creativity and style, it captures so much of what makes Mario fun without feeling as familiar as New Super Mario Bros. or Odyssey. It’s a little less polished than Odyssey but makes up for that with a constant barrage of new and enjoyable levels. Bowser’s Fury is a significantly better add-on than Pikmin 3’s bonus levels, and while it can’t carry the game on its own, it’s a strong addition to the package. If you’re a fan of Mario, then 3D World is the game for you. Be prepared for the multiplayer to be as good at killing friendships as Mario Party. | Read review |
| ZTGD | Ken McKown | 9 / 10 | 02-23-2021 | Super Mario 3D World was already one of the best 3D Mario games to date. Toss in some tweaks and a decent-sized expansion with new ideas and this package is a no-brainer. There is little to complain about with this latest Mario title on Switch. It is yet another must-own game for the platform. I am excited to see where Mario goes next and this is a perfect end to the 35th anniversary celebration of gaming’s first and oldest icon. | Read review |
Game Info
GAME INFO
Game Description / Storyline:
Join Mario, Luigi, Princess Peach and Toad on a quest to save the Sprixie Kingdom in Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury, pouncing onto Nintendo Switch! Bowser’s kidnapped the Sprixie Princess, and it’s up to our heroes to rescue her! Clamber over walls and cat-scratch your enemies using the Super Bell, clone yourself with the Double Cherry or pop the Cannon Box on your head and fire off projectiles at your foes. This enhanced version of Super Mario 3D World also comes with gameplay improvements, like increased running speed for all characters and the ability to climb higher while using the Super Bell. You can even play using gyro controls! As well as local co-op play with up to three friends, players can now enjoy online multiplayer mayhem!
RELEASE DATES:
DEVELOPER(S):
- Nintendo EAD Tokyo
PUBLISHER(S):
- Nintendo
GENRES:
- Platformer
SERIES/FRANCHISE:
- Mario
GAME MODES:
- Co-operative, Multiplayer, Single player
GAME ENGINE:
- -
DLC:
- -
BUNDLED IN:
- -
DIRECTOR(S):
- Koichi Hayashida, Kenta Motokura
PRODUCER(S):
- Yoshiaki Koizumi
DESIGNER(S):
- Yuichi Iwasa, Eisaku Sato, Futoshi Shirai
PROGRAMMER(S):
- Hideyuki Sugawara, Norihiro Aoyagi
ARTIST(S):
- Daisuke Watanabe, Rikuto Yoshida
WRITER(S):
- -
COMPOSER(S):
- Mahito Yokota, Toru Minegishi, Koji Kondo, Yasuaki Iwata, Daisuke Matsuoka, James Phillipsen
Detailed Information
GAME MODES:
- Co-operative, Multiplayer, Single player
GAME ENGINE:
- n/a
DLC:
- n/a
BUNDLED IN:
- n/a
DIRECTOR(S):
- Koichi Hayashida, Kenta Motokura
PRODUCER(S):
- Yoshiaki Koizumi
DESIGNER(S):
- Yuichi Iwasa, Eisaku Sato, Futoshi Shirai
PROGRAMMER(S):
- Hideyuki Sugawara, Norihiro Aoyagi
ARTIST(S):
- Daisuke Watanabe, Rikuto Yoshida
WRITER(S):
- n/a
COMPOSER(S):
- Mahito Yokota, Toru Minegishi, Koji Kondo, Yasuaki Iwata, Daisuke Matsuoka, James Phillipsen
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