Learn more about the RPG’s exploration, Bros. Moves and Attacks, and more before it launches on November 7th for Nintendo Switch.
After various brief gameplay snippets, Nintendo has released an overview trailer for Mario and Luigi: Brothership. As the series’ first new entry since 2015’s Mario and Luigi: Paper Jam, the platformer/RPG sees the iconic brothers venturing to Concordia. Though it used to be one continent, a strange force caused it to split into multiple islands.
With Shipshape Island at their disposal, Mario and Luigi explore the islands, encountering different citizens and cultures. Exploration is a key element and the new Bros. Moves make it easier, like turning into a UFO to cross gaps. Luigi can also perform some autonomous functions, like gathering coins, when he’s not using a barrel to provide cover for Mario.
As with the Paper Mario series, combat is timing-focused, with options to dodge and counterattacks or deal extra damage with well-timed button presses. Bros. Attacks offer high-damage duo moves, but you also have Battle Plugs, which activate passive effects like dropping iron balls on enemies or turning a single-target attack into an area of effect.
Mario and Luigi: Brothership launches on November 7th for Nintendo Switch.