During the recent Super Mario Bros. Wonder Direct, six new enemies were unveiled that players will encounter on Mario's journey through the Flower Kingdom. With the return of 2D platforming, the game has already provided exciting reveals about the new content players can expect. The Wonder Effects bring unexpected and wacky changes to the game's stages, and Mario can also utilize new power-ups like the Bubble and Drill for unique movement and abilities. The recent broadcast also highlights the introduction of various new creatures within the game.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder marks the long-awaited return of 2D Mario platformers, impressing fans with its distinctive art style and creative elements like the diverse effects of Wonder Flowers. In addition to this, the game reintroduces local co-op play for up to four players, and introduces new online features such as live player shadows and friend races. Nintendo is now teasing the presence of new enemies that Mario will come across in the Flower Kingdom.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder introduces a plethora of fresh adversaries to enhance the 2D adventure. The recent Direct unveiled these new foes, each exhibiting distinctive movement patterns. The Hoppycats, for instance, leap in sync with Mario, while the Condarts soar towards him and embed themselves in the stage. Wonder also introduces reimaged versions of classic enemies, such as the Melon Piranha Plants that spew seeds and the Konks that mimic Thwomps, allowing them to crash through in-game goo. Players must carefully untangle the Mumsies' bodies, and the Maw-Maws will devour any unfortunate soul who ventures too close.
In addition to the exciting introduction of numerous new adversaries, Super Mario Bros. Wonder also delights fans by bringing back beloved franchise staples. Nintendo has officially confirmed the return of iconic enemies like Goombas, Koopa Troopas, Boos, and Lakitus, hinting at the inclusion of other beloved creatures. The trailer further teases the arrival of additional new enemies in Wonder, including flying creatures that devour platforms and an enemy reminiscent of Hammer Bros, pushing a block.
Super Mario Bros. Wonder, one of the highly-anticipated Mario titles, is set to launch on October 20th for the Nintendo Switch. This release is just the beginning of an exciting time for Mario fans, as Nintendo has also announced the long-awaited remake of Super Mario RPG, slated for November. Additionally, Luigi's Mansion: Dark Moon, originally exclusive to the 3DS, will be remastered for the Switch and is expected to debut sometime in 2024. With plenty more to come, Mario fans have a lot to look forward to.