In Kayleigh's opinion: Hurrah! only one player Mario is not that interesting.
Hey Mario. One of the most recognizable video game characters ever to exist. Since his creation in the 1980s, the Italian plumber has been Nintendo's pride and pleasure. Put another way, his gaming tastes are essentially from the prehistoric era, and it shows. Sure, I'm going to say it now. Mario is uninteresting. It's better to let him fall to the ground and let his bones break down for future archaeologists to find.
That may sound harsh, but I can back up my theory with receipts: single-player Mario experiences aren't enjoyable, don't bring much to the table in terms of innovation, and are merely filler for a company that has a ton of IPs that are action-packed, entertaining, and full of likable characters. All Mario does is eat mushrooms, yell "wahoo," and run after a princess who is abducted so often that I can't help but wonder whether she and Bowser are more than just friends.
Platformers are more substantive than single-player Mario games, and there are many of them out there. Indeed, before we analyze the main guy himself, let's get right in and examine the competitors. The platform mascot of the original PlayStation, Crash Bandicoot, is still well-known today, while Sonic is still Sega's inspiration. While the latter has, to be honest, a rather chequered past.
Crash seems more interesting than simply a plumber who loves princesses and is oblivious to the fact that he's the other man in her fairy tale from the beginning. To begin with, the marsupial has more charm, humor, and a great degree of level design with different surroundings to prevent monotony. He even manages to win the lady at the conclusion of his first adventure—that's how you do it, Mario.
Next, let's take a look at Sonic, the blue blur in his prime who, in terms of single-player experiences, is much superior than Mario in every manner imaginable. Let me explain why. In addition to having a more likable protagonist, this universe's supporting cast is superior, the narrative is more engaging, and Sonic doesn't have that awful mustache that irritates me.
Let's be fair, however. Let's simply concentrate on what Mario has going for him and totally ignore Crash, Sonic, Spyro, and every other platforming great. Although his theme song is quite catchy, I don't believe it counts here as I can acquire it from a Mario multiplayer game.
Apart from that, I have to admit that I find a lot of the stages in different Mario single-player games to be boring. Yes, I really believe that. No, you cannot make me reconsider. They're all really similar. Don't get me wrong; I'm not a monster who can't see quality when it exists, so I'll concede that snowy levels are enjoyable, and who doesn't like being in space?
But I object when you explore lush settings with a protagonist that lacks the charm of a potato. Mario is one of the most unoriginal video game characters ever. To return to Crash Bandicoot and Sonic, both the hedgehog and the marsupial have an abundance of charm, but Mario isn't even able to capture their soul. Actually, I'm going to say something for which many of you will hate me: Luigi is far more endearing and adorable.
The Mansion of Luigi? Indeed! Amazing games. Why? Because the guy who enjoys taking center stage is no longer allowed to be the main character. Maybe my love of all things eerie is what makes my haunted house excursions with Luigi enjoyable, however. I don't mind gallivanting with him in any scenario. He should simply leave Mario to the ghosts, that's my only issue.
Alright, let me to point out one positive aspect of the Mario series before you all accuse me of being a witch and burn at the stake. The games for many players are entertaining. You see, I can get along with people. I wouldn't be telling the truth, however, if I claimed I didn't root for Mario in a Mario Kart race. In Super Smash Bros., I really like tossing him out of the arena.
You're going to have a blast on a Saturday night if you gather your buddies, get some pizza, and start playing Party or Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Though, hey, at least you can play a Mario game that's really enjoyable. You could lose some pals. You really can't have it both ways sometimes. Would you want to remain friends? Or would you rather play a passable game in a series that is overrun with tedious encounters? Yes, I am aware. This seems like a decision from Mario or Friends. Decide what to do.
In any case, to sum up, Mario is terrible, yet his multiplayer games are enjoyable—partially because you may choose to play as a variety of characters rather than the mustachioed plumber. Even in kart racing, there are moments when it feels good to be the antagonist.