Nintendo has announced that it will release Mario Vs Donkey Kong 2: March of the Minis for Nintendo DS on March 9, 2007. This is the second game in the Mini Mario series.
Game Overview:
- Whole hosts of Nintendo world famous characters make a welcomed return in this game, including Mario, Donkey Kong and Donkey Kong’s long lasting love Pauline. Enraged and jealous by Pauline’s fondness for Mini Mario over Mini DK, Donkey Kong kidnaps Pauline during the opening ceremony of Mario’s new theme park – Super Mini Mario World. It’s now up to the Mini Mario’s, on orders from Mario to brave mind bending obstacle filled levels and reach the top floor of the theme park where Pauline is waiting to be rescued by her mini heroes.
The player’s simple touch on the Nintendo DS touch screen using the stylus influences and guides the path the Mini Mario’s take, you can also shift blocks using the stylus to create new paths, ride elevators and conveyor belts and avoid hazards like fireballs. ‘Thwomps’, lethal lava and deadly water traps all lie in wait for our mini heroes on there march and therefore quick reactions, puzzle skills and a steady hand will stand you in good stead in this game. Donkey Kong is not planning to play fair either, with new weapons in the form of Crash Kong and Capture Kong to use in opposition to our heroes. Sidekicks Mummy Guy and Snap Claw will do everything in their power to ensure the Mini Mario’s do not reach the exit door preventing our Mini Mario’s from moving onto the next level.
The difference between the last game and the second game is that, this time Mario has to rely on the Mini Marios to save the day. Mario Vs Donkey Kong 2: March of the Minis will have 80 different levels and easy accessible touch screen controls. It will feature 8 themes as well as an unique Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection service.
We can’t wait to get our hands on the Mario Vs Donkey Kong 2: March of the Minis, till then I will play it on my 8-bit console!