Game Debate #145: Super Mario 3D World

[Reed Rothchild | 9,493]

[TDIRunner | 2,718]

I really enjoyed it.  I came really close to 100%ing the game, but I just couldn't beat that ridiculously difficult bonus level.  I started Bowser's Fury, but I was sort of burned out collecting all of the bonus items in the main game that I never got around to finishing it.  At the end of the day, I absolutely prefer 2D Mario to this, but it's definitely worth playing.  

[CMR | 517]

I thought Bowser's Fury was an excellent example of what an open world 3d Mario game could be.  This reminds me I need to buy the new Kirby.

[Brickman | 3,973]

7/10. I liked it and I think it’s worth playing but it’s not amazing or anything.

Like TDIRunner I also got stuck on the final bonus level, think it was called champions road or something.

One of my runs I was right near the end and died. I rage quit and never played it again.

I have Bowsers fury and played it for about 5 mins. Seemed alright, I’ll revisit it one day.

[Gloves | 11,749]

5 and 4. Really didn't like this game all that much, nor the DLC.

[DefaultGen | 5,385]

I like this game but was more impressed by Super Mario 3D Land. We never had anything like that at the time, and even though SM3DW is a good game, it had the impossible task of following SMG2.

[DarkTone | 984]

7 / 10.

[Webhead123 | 675]

It's a pretty decent Mario game for what it is. Not as good as Galaxy 1/2 or 3D Land but certainly more enjoyable than some other later mainline titles. But if you ask me, I think the best thing about the game is the music. There are a few really catchy tracks and for that alone, I'm glad it exists.

7/10. Good but not exceptional.

Haven't played Bowser's Fury and probably won't get the chance...but looks neat.

Edited March 18, 2023 by Webhead123

[RegularGuyGamer | 2,010]

On 3/18/2023 at 1:17 AM, DefaultGen said:

I like this game but was more impressed by Super Mario 3D Land. We never had anything like that at the time, and even though SM3DW is a good game, it had the impossible task of following SMG2.

3D World was a step down from 3D Land for me too. I actually wish 3DW recycled more levels and designs than it did from 3DL sort of like how Mario Galaxy 2 did from Galaxy 1. But obviously Nintendo didn't want it to be a direct sequel.

Still out wasn't a bad game, I just think it's par for the course. Nothing spectacular or ground breaking. 7/10

Bowser's Fury on the other hand. Now that is a game. No comparison to 3DW and it's a crime it's not released as it's own game by now. Only Nintendo would be allowed to tease a game like that and get away with it. 9/10 must play. 

[DoctorEncore | 3,690]

6/10. It's okay, but nothing I'd go back to for a replay. I've never been a fan of the 3D Mario games and this didn't change my mind. I'd take any of the older 2D games over this one just about any day.

[fox | 1,663]

3D world is fun esp multiplayer but feels a bit bland.

Bowsers Fury is really something special.  Feels like a taste of what the next step for a Mario could be.

[AstralSoul | 502]

I love it especially Bowser's Fury. 9/10 for both. Not masterpieces but highly enjoyable and pretty underrated for a Mario title.

[OptOut | 8,871]

I gave both a solid 8. Just a bunch of fun, both those games, not much you can really point at as obvious flaws really. Neither game is particularly memorable however, IMO.

I will say my kids definitely seem to like 3D world more than most 3D Mario games, I think it's a good entry point for younger gamers because they levels are linear and there are a lot of power-ups and stuff to help out. Although, these days they HAVE graduated to the more open world style, with Mario Odyssey, but I think their earlier experience with 3D World really eased them into that.