NSW Game - Mario & Luigi: Brothership

"Mario & Luigi: Brothership" is a role-playing game (RPG) developed by Acquire and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch. Released on November 7, 2024, it marks the sixth main installment in the "Mario & Luigi" series, following "Mario & Luigi: Paper Jam" (2015).

• Storyline: The game transports Mario and Luigi to the world of Concordia, a once-unified land now fragmented into floating islands due to the destruction of the Uni-Tree. Aboard Shipshape Island—a vessel that serves as both ship and island—the brothers embark on a quest to reconnect these islands and restore Concordia. Along the way, they encounter new allies like Connie and Snoutlet, as well as familiar faces such as Princess Peach and Bowser.
• Gameplay: Players control both Mario and Luigi simultaneously, utilizing their unique abilities to solve puzzles, engage in turn-based battles, and explore diverse environments. The game introduces new mechanics, including:
• Bros. Moves: Cooperative actions that allow the brothers to overcome obstacles by transforming into forms like a ball or UFO, or by using elemental attacks such as fire and ice balls.
• Luigi Logic: A feature enabling Luigi to autonomously interact with the environment, assisting in puzzle-solving and exploration.
• Battle Plugs: Customizable enhancements that provide buffs and special actions during combat, adding strategic depth to battles.
• Critical Reception: "Mario & Luigi: Brothership" has received generally favorable reviews, with critics praising its engaging combat system, charming art style, and humor-filled narrative. Some reviews have noted performance issues and a lack of innovation compared to previous titles in the series.