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New Super Mario Bros.
New Super Mario Bros.Classic Mario platforming reborn with fresh power-ups and multiplayer fun.
Rayman 2: The Great Escape
Rayman 2: The Great EscapeEmbark on a vibrant 3D adventure to free the Electoons from the evil Robo-Pirates.
Overview
Description

New Super Mario Bros. brings the beloved side‑scrolling Mario experience to a modern handheld, combining tight controls with vibrant 2D graphics. Players dash, jump, and collect coins across dozens of inventive worlds filled with secrets and challenges. The game supports both solo play and cooperative multiplayer, letting friends team up to tackle levels together while discovering hidden paths and power‑up combos. Its timeless design appeals to newcomers and longtime fans alike.

Rayman 2: The Great Escape is a critically acclaimed 3D platformer that takes the beloved Rayman into fully realized three‑dimensional worlds. Players travel across diverse environments, from lush jungles to icy caverns, using Rayman's signature moves to overcome obstacles and defeat enemies. The game blends fast‑paced action, clever puzzles, and a whimsical story filled with humor and charm, making it a timeless favorite for both newcomers and longtime fans of the series.

Pricing
Paid (One-time)
Paid (One-time)
Category
Platformers
Platformers
Best for
Fans of classic platformers
Fans of classic platformers
Specifications
Spec source
AI-estimated
AI-estimated
General
msrp
$59.99
$19.9967%
release date
2006-05-15
1999-10-21
Specifications
developer
Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development, Nintendo
Ubisoft Montpellier
publisher
Nintendo, iQue
Gradiente, Ubi Soft Entertainment
age rating
ESRB E, PEGI 12
ESRB E
multiplayer
Single player, Multiplayer, Co-operative
Single player
critic score
95/100+6%
90/100
Pros & Cons
Pros
  • Tight, responsive controls that feel classic yet fresh.
  • Rich variety of power‑ups and level designs.
  • Engaging multiplayer modes for up to four players.
  • High replay value with secret exits and collectibles.
  • Stunning, colorful 3D environments
  • Tight, responsive controls
  • Rich variety of level design
  • Humorous and engaging story
Cons
  • Limited online features; focus is on local play.
  • Graphics, while charming, may feel dated compared to modern 3D titles.
  • No built‑in level editor for user‑generated content.
  • No multiplayer mode
  • Occasional camera glitches in tight spaces
  • Some puzzles can feel repetitive
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