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Retro: An ode to Super Mario World

A couple of days ago, I found myself in an interesting situation. I found, that I had no desire to play my next-gen games. Hell, I didn't even want to play my PS2. No, I wanted to play something 2D, and not the...
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Mario Kart Wii

While it still does suffer from some of the problems of the older games, Mario Kart Wii takes the simple and accessible formula set by it's predecessors and tweaks it enough to make it feel fresh and fun, creating one of the most entertaining and rewarding gaming experiences in quite some time.
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Super Smash Bros. Brawl

For those unfamiliar with the world of Smash Brothers, think of it as a way to relive some of those arguments you had back in grade school. It's a 2D, action-centric fighting game that pits legendary and recluse Nintendo universe characters against each other in mortal cartoon combat. But it's more - oh so much more. Brawl isn't like most games, where it can be completed within a day or two of purchase. From mastering move sets to unlocking trophies and characters, this is a deceptively deep game. [...]
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Super Mario Galaxy

For someone who got their start as a humble Italian plumber, Mario has sure had his share of occupations. Mario has tried his hand at everything from driving go-karts and prescribing medicine to becoming a m...