Mario Super Sluggers

A fun and engaging baseball game

Released in 2008, Mario Super Sluggers (or Super Mario Stadium Family Baseball in Japan) is the follow-up game to Mario Superstar Baseball on the GameCube, with just 3 years separating the two titles.

The game featured all the classic Mario characters, each with their own unique abilities, and allowed players to participate in baseball matches with over-the-top power-ups and special moves. The simple controls and fun gameplay made it an accessible option for players of all ages.

Power-ups and special moves

In typical Mario fashion, Mario Super Sluggers featured a variety of power-ups and special moves that added an extra layer of excitement to the game. Characters like Mario, Luigi, and Bowser could perform special batting and pitching moves, allowing players to hit home runs or strike out opponents in unique ways. The colourful and dynamic stadiums further added to the excitement, making every match feel like an event.

Multiplayer fun for everyone

With its multiplayer mode, Mario Super Sluggers was an ideal game for family and friends to enjoy together. The game allowed players to team up and compete in fun, fast-paced matches, offering both competitive and cooperative modes. Whether playing casually or aiming for the top, Mario Super Sluggers delivered a great multiplayer experience that made it a standout sports game for the Wii.

However unlike the GameCube version, sadly it was not released for the European or Australian markets. In fact it is the only Mario-related Wii game to never be released in Europe and/or Australia in physical format.

This game builds on the gameplay from the previous game, while making good use of the Wii Remote’s motion sensor controls. An in-depth and narrative-driven Challenge Mode is also included.

“Mario Super Sluggers” encourages both active and social play with the motion-sensing technology of the Wii Remote and a variety four-player mini games, getting families off the couch and into the game no matter what their experience level. With two player baseball games and four player mini-games, “Mario Super Sluggers” is a fun, social activity for the entire family that offers control schemes for both rookies and veterans. Swing the Wii Remote to bat and pitch, and for advanced players, use the Nunchuk to control outfielders. Build an “all star” roster of your favorite Mario characters, each with unique personalities and abilities.

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