Super Mario Bros. Wonder — Buying Guide
Super Mario Bros. Wonder is the first new 2D Mario in over a decade, and it's a return to form. The "Wonder Flowers" warp each level into surreal new layouts, and the art style is the most expressive the series has seen.
What makes it special
- Up to 4-player local co-op, including the new Elephant Mario form
- Standout soundtrack and hand-animated set-pieces
- Tight, modern platforming with forgiving checkpoints
- A great "first Nintendo game" for kids and newcomers
Is it worth full price?
As a recent first-party release, it holds MSRP most of the year. It's worth full price if you want it now; if you can wait, Nintendo's holiday eShop sales and Black Friday retailer discounts are where the first real dips appear.
Digital vs physical
Same trade-off as other Switch exclusives: digital for convenience, physical for resale. The file is modest, so storage isn't a concern either way.
Where to buy cheapest
Prices change frequently — always verify on the store before purchasing.