Mario on the PS3 and Xbox 360!

How many of you readers have ever felt like playing a Mario game, only to realise that you own no Nintendo consoles? Not many, but if you are looking for a Mario-like game on the PS3 or Xbox 360, you have come to the right place. Here are my top 3 Mario-like platformers for the PS3 and Xbox 360-

1. Rayman Origins
This wacky four player platformer really is some of Rayman's best. Gone are the annoying Rabbids that we have come to know so well- Rayman Origins is a traditional platformer with a splash of creativity. Plus, it's only $19.95 at US Toys'r'Us stores!


2. Fancy Pants Adventures
Fancy Pants is one of the most smooth and agile characters ever to appear in a platfomer. He is super fun to play as and his game is great quality with it's simplistic artstyle and engaging gameplay. The best part is that it's only $16 on the PlayStation Store. If you like Mario, this game is utterly essential.


3. Sonic Generations
Sonic may be Mario's ultimate rival, but that doesn't mean you can't play his games. In Sonic Generations, Werehogs, Swords and Secret Rings are gone, leaving us with only the parts of Sonic games we love. Although it is only one payer and quite different to Mario, if you like Mario games you'll love this gem!


If you own a Nintendo console- Sonic Generations is available for the 3DS and Rayman Origins for the Wii.


Did this help you on your quest for a Mario filled life? Do you have any more suggestions? Sound off in the comment section below!

Rayman VS Mario, Who's The Real Winner?

If you remember, a while back I created a face-off between Mario and Rayman, foreseeing the winner. Well, now both Super Mario 3D Land and Rayman Origins have been reviewed by IGN, and that means I will be comparing the two in different game aspects-

Graphics- SM3DL has what is arguably the best graphics on the 3DS, which creates a nice, neat game. Meanwhile, Rayman Origins has one of the most interesting and unique artstyles ever, making it just above Mario in this aspect.
Winner- Rayman!

looks better in 3D!

Sound- In Rayman Origins the music track almost perfectly matches the gameplay, and includes some catchy tunes. However, the constant babbling from secondary characters can get annoying. Super Mario 3D Land, however, has an outstanding array of sound effects and old and new music that make this game have one of the most catchy soundtracks in any platformer to date.
Winner- Mario!

Gameplay- Whereas Rayman boasts co-op play and hilarious moves, Super Mario 3D Land has the most addicting and fun game mechanics of any other Mario handheld game to date, and that is saying something!
Winner- Mario!

Did I forget to mention that you can slap your friends?

Lasting Appeal- Rayman Origins offers tons of replayability to have with your mates with numerous amounts of collectibles, however Super Mario 3D Land has a sheer mass of levels! And, with added Streetpass connectivity, it is one of the most replayable games in the Mario series, making this a clear winner.
Winner- Mario!


Winner- Although its graphics will never match Rayman Origin's, Super Mario 3D Land has managed to  trump its competitor in all other categories, making it a must-have for the 3DS. So, therefore, let me say this battle is over and the winner is Super Mario 3D Land!

Mario 3d Land VS Rayman Origins

As most platformer fans know, there are two highly anticipated platformer games coming out in time for Christmas this year. So, who will win- the colourful Rayman Origins or the nostalgic Super Mario 3D Land? Only time will tell... or an OLD FASHIONED FACE-OFF!

In the left corner...                          MARIO!

Being arguably the world's most recognised video game characters, it is nearly impossible that you have never heard of him before. It would also be hard to compete with him, as nearly all of his games have been both commercial and critical successes! In his new game, Super Mario 3D Land, he has a boomerang power-up and he isn't afraid to use it. Add a tanooki tail, old fashioned gameplay and flagpoles and you have one tough opponent.


And in the right corner...                RAYMAN!

After all this talk about Mario, it must seem like the winner has already been decided, but Rayman never backs down from a fight. He's got a few moves up his sleeve as well, which make up for his lack of limbs. As shown in his countless "10 Ways to..." videos that are all over the internet, he is not lacking in style. Wimpy as he looks, he has an ace of cards- Multiplayer! One of the only things Super Mario 3D Land is missing!


So, now to announce the winner. Who's the winning character? Well, my answer is-

Super Mario 3D Land

Well, this is a Mario blog, so it would be weird to recommend another character's game! But if you are into multiplayer mayhem then Rayman Origins is well worth a look at!