Mario & Luigi: Brothership is the latest addition to the beloved Mario & Luigi series, exclusively for Nintendo Switch. The game launched on November 7, 2024, and is priced at $59.99 for both physical and digital versions
Brothership maintains the series’ traditional turn-based RPG mechanics but introduces new cooperative elements. Players control both Mario and Luigi as they explore Concordia, a vibrant world filled with diverse locales like rainforests, bustling cities, and mysterious islands. Shipshape Island, a unique ship-island hybrid, serves as both a travel hub and base of operations for the duo, adding a strategic layer to exploration. Combat includes Bros. Attacks and a range of timing-based moves, allowing players to maximize damage by pressing buttons at just the right moments
While the new developer has introduced a fresh art direction, the graphics retain the series’ signature charm and colorful design, staying true to the look of past entries with a refined and more detailed aesthetic
Key updates include enhanced platforming and puzzle-solving mechanics, with the story set against a backdrop of reuniting old friends and battling iconic foes like Bowser and Princess Peach. Fans can look forward to meeting new characters, such as Connie and Snoutlet, while also engaging in a plot filled with engaging side quests and classic Mario humor
If you’re a fan of Mario RPGs, this game blends nostalgic gameplay with new features, making it a promising adventure in the Mario & Luigi series.