Best traditional 2D Mario in 33 years. It’s great! Every level takes a simple concept and builds upon that until the end. That’s the core of 2D Mario, but here they really squeeze every ounce of potential out these levels and it’s just pure joy.

Biggest complaint is that the bosses aren’t anything special (save for the excellent final boss). Pretty much all of them boil down to one of two reused fights, which I find pretty lame. This game could’ve had insane boss fights, especially with the brilliant new Wonder Flower that really breathes new life into this old formula.

Anyway it’s lit.