We were a bit disappointed with last year’s Super Mario 3D All-Stars. As fantastic as two of the three games in that collection undoubtedly still are, it just felt like a bit of a lazy remaster. You simply can't make the same argument against Nintendo’s latest Mario re-release. While Super Mario 3D World is largely the same (brilliant) game as it was back in 2013, the bolted on Bowser’s Fury is a completely new one that plays with the tried and tested Mario formula in really exciting ways. If this is an audition for a proper open-world Mario in the future, we’re giving Nintendo a standing ovation, even if the game isn’t a graphical showpiece for your Switch. If you didn’t play 3D World the first time, consider this another must-have title for what is fast becoming the ultimate Mario machine. As for players wondering if Bowser’s Fury makes it worth the double dip, well, we think the new game is about as good as bonus content gets - and we certainly wouldn’t risk making you-know-who angry again by saying otherwise.

Super Mario 3D World deserves a bigger audience; ...and you get a new open-world Mario game with it; Kaiju Bowser is awesome;

Bowser's Fury isn't the best-looking Switch game you'll play; Some occasional performance issues;

That the original game is already over seven years old is never telling. Which, as ever, goes to show Nintendo's ongoing genius when it comes to creating timeless masterpieces. Plus, here, you get the chance to experience all-new Bowser's Fury as an added bonus.

Wonderfully remastered; Co-op and online play mayhem is heaps of fun; So many historical Mario references; Fun 3D platforming;

Characters' 'floating' playstyle is tricky to master; Can't turn off disruptive co-op play features;

Awesome as expected… Classic platforming.

Fun game to play! Whether be single player or playing up to 4 players together, it is fun to play!

Missed this one on the Wii U so having fun catching up

Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is positively brimming with joy. From its bright colors to its adorable cats, it’s the perfect game to close out Mario’s big 35th-anniversary bash. Originally released on the Wii U in 2013, Super Mario 3D World was a sort of return to form for the series after more experimental mainline Mario outings like Super Mario Sunshine and Super Mario Galaxy. With its Nintendo Switch rerelease, the standout platformer now has a chance to spread cheer to a wider audience of Switch owners. Nintendo even brought a plus one to the party, packing in an extra adventure called Bowser’s Fury. Taken as a complete package, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is a must-own game for Nintendo Switch owners. The original Wii U platformer is still as vibrant and delightful as ever, and the new Bowser’s Fury mode iterates on some of the franchise’s best recent ideas to create a memorable adventure in its own right. Those who never got to experience Super Mario 3D World on W...

Vibrant levels; Creative power-ups; Bowser's Fury rocks; Tons of content;

Clumsy movement;

Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury is both a welcome return for a platforming classic and a novel expansion of what made the game so special back on the Wii U. There’s a solid chance that millions of players missed out on its excellence back in 2013, so now is the perfect time to take it for a spin.

Filled with excellent level design and satisfying platforming; A delight to play, both alone and with friends; Still looks and plays brilliantly on Nintendo Switch; Bowser’s Fury is a joyous expansion for new and returning fans;

Design is simplistic compared to Odyssey and Galaxy; Bowser can be a bit of a nuisance at times ;

Super Mario 3D World deserves a bigger audience; …and you get a new open-world Mario game with it; Kaiju Bowser is awesome;

Bowser’s Fury isn’t the best-looking Switch game you’ll play; Some occasional performance issues;

Super Mario Bros. 3D World gets a deserved second opportunity to shine in this Nintendo Switch port, offering up the best-realized Mario multiplayer experience Nintendo has created yet. The addition of Bower’s Fury, a short but sweet Mario game in its own right, seals the deal on an essential purchase.

Excellent, comedic multiplayer; Constantly inventive; New online multiplayer option; Bowser’s Fury is a blast;

Visuals are showing their age; Repetition in Bowser’s Fury endgame