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It's been more than 20 years since Super Mario Bros. first arrived, and now Mario and Luigi are back in an all-new platformer for Nintendo DS. Boasting incredible 3D graphics to accompany classic 2D gameplay, this fast-paced adventure will have Mario fans cheering. New Super Mario Bros. features eight all-new worlds, each filled with extra levels, hidden paths, and secrets galore. It's possible to complete the game without visiting every world, which means you'll have to track down many alternate exits to visit every nook and cranny in the game..
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[@ThatOneVideoGamer]

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You should try doing Capcom games, like Ultra Street Fighter IV for instincts!

[@Cliffordlonghead]

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[@thedemon56]

How did you say jumanji wrong lol smh

[@TravestyJunction]

Start statin' that Energy Fuel is sugar-free and has a terrible diet aftertaste. Promote it correctly. I tried the Cotton Candy flavor you suggested once and it was awful. It was just a weird taste and then the aftertaste.... I needed to chug a real Mountain Dew to get it out of my mouth. It's not for everybody.

[@mistshad0w725]

You should try completing Hollow Knight. I've been playing it for a while and there are some quite frustrating Steam achievements. Anyway, keep up the good work!!

[@SolracDude]

I feel something that goes a bit unsaid here is how many of this game's levels only work because it's 1 player. Going forward the series would be largely marketed as a multiplayer game and that required a completely different take on level design, leading to areas being much more spacious among other things. Changing the player count inherently changes the game and that sort of lead to this game being even more unique compared to it's derivatives.

[@AC32896]

With that in mind, you could say that the console games were multiplayer focused, And the handheld games were single player focused.

[@glendarjj3991]

Exactly. When people call these games "the same game" they tend to forget this point.

[@Keanine]

That's a big reason this one is my favourite in the series! By adding the multiplayer focus the console entries became kinda sparse and empty

[@SuspiciousScout]

Even NSMB 2 having co-op, the level design can be more focused since it's only a maximum of 2 players.

[@paulgilbert5278]

I feel NSMB2 has the best level design, or at least it’s better than Wii

[@caioleite5579]

Mario vs. Luigi is 10/10 multiplayer, probably one of the bests I ever played. I miss playing it with my cousins and friends at school

[@paulgilbert5278]

It’s easily the best multiplayer ever, aside from Mario Kart DS of course

[@bloofrozo]

the multiplayer mode is so chaotic, my friend and i stopped playing it because we didnt want to ruin our friendship 💀

[@willfulkerson6810]

Red Luigi vs Luigi

[@solidskullz5736]

This game and the Wii version are pillars of my childhood

[@thunderboargames8369]

me too

[@Jonathan-us1qu]

this was the first game i ever 100% and ever since any game i like i always try to 100% it

[@chickensandwich9977]

Good childhood

[@Emojini]

SAME

[@biibs]

The multiplayer was seriously the best

[@JoeVO24]

the multiplayer aspect of the game was awesome, they let you play the minigames with other people and it felt like a sorta "mario party" if you will. and the vs mode where mario and luigi beat the shit out of each other....the ability to use ds download.....good times......

[@inazumarai7690]

there's an online recreation of mario vs luigi and it's amazing: up to 10 players, alt costumes, any number of stars, new maps - you should check it out

[@askeleton6240]

@@inazumarai7690 what is name of this online recreation? i wish to relive nostalgia

[@inazumarai7690]

@@askeleton6240 search 'mario vs luigi online ' and you'll find it

[@askeleton6240]

@@inazumarai7690 thank you

[@OmarAlikaj]

I see you're finally getting to this game as promised. This was even my first DS game and, despite the graphics, I probably liked this way more than the Wii game.

[@Jonathan-us1qu]

The graphics now to me gives it a certain charm

[@TunamanProductions]

It's basically the same thing idk why you think it's "way better"

[@billystyran]

@@TunamanProductions probably the controls

[@YouremadbigL]

Dude I’m still waiting for him to complete Pong

[@glendarjj3991]

@@Jonathan-us1qu I'm so glad it's not just me. I just picked up this game again recently, and the nostalgia rushed back. The presentation is so charming.

[@GearsLGLF]

Experiencing this game upon release in high school was a formative memory for me. There are countless tales of people sitting around the cafeteria talking about games and hidden secrets in the 90s, but NSMB was that game in the mid 00s. I have the fondest memories of this game, and the hype was so real when it came out.

[@awesomedudeiii2970]

Some of my favorite memories are playing Mario vs Luigi in this game with my brother on long car rides. That alone makes this one of my favorite games.

[@serpentmaster1323]

Mario vs Luigi mode is the most fun and accessible competitive multiplayer experiences Nintendo has ever made. Im Dying for it tor return someday. Preferably free with Nintendo online.

[@Grane1234]

@@serpentmaster1323 well, there's a fan made game that replicates mario vs luigi on pc with online and custom content

[@serpentmaster1323]

@@Grane1234 Really! Gotta fond that for sure, thanks so much for telling me!

[@burningfiregames6015]

@@Grane1234 Where can I find this?

[@AbstraktNG]

This was my childhood. I remember playing this game so much as a kid and sharing it with my older brother

[@technomorph6798]

This is the first game I can remember playing, I was a tiny child. I’d start a new file every other week or so and just play through it again I loved it so much. I’m glad it was my introduction to Mario games and video games in general :D.

[@NickMario1]

Same!

[@TheChimera70]

this was the first DS game I ever owned! I love seeing it get more attention, makes me think of simpler times

[@glendarjj3991]

It was the first platformer I'd ever played. And to this day, platformers are my favourite game genre.

[@kenyu9634]

I remember when my aunt gifted me the game and a dsi

[@Mr-Opium]

This game shaped my life. My mom got it for me cause she recognized the name Mario and I thank her everyday for it. I 100% it and never had as much fun as I had playing it

[@roxtechs]

Literally my first video game. This game will always have a soft spot in my heart.

[@cobalt7248]

Same thing here!

[@waddafugg3072]

it was either my first or second game

[@ShoryuInACan]

I honestly don't know if it's my brain autocorrecting to hear Alex's voice when Jirard does his impression of him, or if Jirard's just known Alex for so long that he's perfected Alex's unique mannerisms and inflection... Well, either way I love it when he does it.

[@Keanine]

NSMB is easily my favourite in the "New" series. It's the most experimental and takes the most risks, and the level design feels compact and everything feels like it has a purpose. By comparison the console entries especially often felt sparse and empty. I actually prefer NSMB2 over Wii and U for similar reasons, however it's no where near the pedigree of the first game. In fact, NSMB feels more like SMB5 than part of the New series, and for that I love it. It's also a huge bonus that NSMB has unique bosses, along with challenges like beating said bosses with the mini-mushroom. Why the sequels never tried something unique like this instead of Koopaling/Bowser Jr fights is beyond me. My personal series rating: NSMB NSMB2 NSMBWii NSMBU (U is the only game I never finished because I was so bored by the level design)

[@ShirubaGin]

The WiiU soundtrack also kinda sucks. It's so incredibly basic.

[@BitterMillenial]

I love this game and NSMBWii. I never played NSMB2 or NSMBU because they didn't seem terribly different from the first two.

[@smokingbigdoinks]

This was my first DS game. I remember as a kid going through and getting all star coins and the secret worlds. It’s also where I did my first speed run, as a kid my fastest time was 2 hours and 37 mins. Such great times

[@danielmartin2116]

This game definitely defined my childhood back then. It's still my favorite 2D Mario game to date, and one I can easily go back to, without question

[@browncow5210]

Completing this one's all well and good, but has anyone ever sat down with a friend and done the multiplayer? It's surprisingly really fun!

[@RickachuCXVI]

Having a sibling with a ds of their own made every battle feel oddly personal but so much more fun

[@NovaMaster375]

Let's just say... my sister doesn't play against me anymore 🤣

[@nathanaels3806]

Used to do this with a friend all the time. Made road trips so good as a kid.

[@homerman76]

My siblings and I play the multiplayer every so often, though it's been a while, it really had some great mini games and such.

[@DsiPro1000]

@@NovaMaster375 my brother hates my playing against him! In anything

[@blacknexus1852]

You can't forget to talk about the multiplayer mode. Amazingly competitive

[@sam_bamalam]

This is absolutely one of your best videos. The magic of a good game and an insightful review that goes beyond completing the game is magical. Makes me want to play it again :)

[@thatclipmakerguy9959]

My very first Mario game. My favorite 2D Mario game. My favorite DS game. I'll never get tired of this masterpiece!... Also they *REALLY* should bring the Mario vs. Luigi mode back!

[@EdoVro]

Someone has made an online remake of Mario vs Luigi with new maps and support for up to 10 players. You should check it out if you want it back.

[@erakfishfishfish]

I’ll be curious to hear your take on NSMB2. I think it’s grossly underrated. The emphasis on coin collecting changes the way you view stages, even though that strikes me as a more Wario thing than Mario. Plus, the golden fire flower is a total blast.

[@paulgilbert5278]

Yeah NSMB2 is pretty underrated. It’s my personal favorite

[@nujuat]

I also feel like they were fairly creative with the bonus worlds since they didn't need to stick to any particular theme

[@TheTrailburner]

I agree, I absolutely love NSMB2 With that being said. Being required to collect 9,999,999 coins is an insane completion task. I was able to do it back in the day thanks to the Streetpass feature. But these days, that's easier said than done since no one carry's a 3DS anymore.

[@erakfishfishfish]

@@TheTrailburner it was made easier by one of the DLC levels where you could collect the max 30,000 coins each time.

[@SantiagoTheEnjoyer]

NSMBDS is and always will be one of my favorite DS games. All the original bosses were my favorite part, you don't get that in the newer games of the "New series".

[@VelvetAura]

Remember Mario 3? Here's the Koopalings... AGAIN!

[@GottaFistDemAll]

The only new and interesting boss after the DS is that powered up Sumo Bro mini boss in the last Fortress in NSMBU. Honestly, kinda sucks that's the best they could do for bosses.

[@RhombonianKnight]

As one of the first few games I've 100% completed, I'm happy with Jirard's rating for this. Also, all the fond words.

[@heckensteiner4713]

Most of the Mario movement mechanics you mention were actually introduce in a 2D Mario game called Donkey Kong 1994 for the Gameboy before making their way to 3D. It's a really impressive and overlooked gem. There are 99 levels each with 3 collectibles so it's the perfect challenge for a completionist channel!

[@That_Kasual_Gamer]

I think new super Mario bros 2 is heavily underrated. The music is killer and the art design is different then the wii and wii u version. I know this game is very easy but for me I think it makes the game even better in my opinion

[@Krellyan]

I never played the DS version, but I'll always have some extra love to give this series from playing the Wii NSMB with my family and especially my nieces. The absolute chaos of 4-player mode was so much fun and a huge game changer for a game we've all grown up with and played to bits.

[@definer0]

Could never get into the New Super Mario games but I can appreciate the flashes of brilliance in the level design

[@bookisland6515]

about once every year i pick up my ds again and play around for a bit. this year i decided to delete one of my files on this game (i used to be so scared to do that and “mess up my progress”) and realized it’s sooo much more fun than i thought. to actually have goals and complete the game entirely is much more rewarding than going back and playing random levels that i completed as a child. i’ve been working at collecting all the star coins and am (kinda) close. this game and the wii version were a big part of my childhood, and i’m so happy that i still have them and can play them :)

[@TTGGrave]

I know this game is from 2006, but it took 14 years for me to fall in love with it. In 2018, I was in a coma and had to relearn to use my muscles and everything. When I was out of ICU and into a regular room, my brother let me borrow his 3DS and this game to help work on strengthening my hands and motor skills. I struggled at first but wound up finishing the game and moving (save for that horrible eel) every second of it. It will always hold a special place on my heart. And as always, great episode!

[@maisydog]

Those 2 player minigames were so fun to me with friends! Good memories of playing them all. I loved Luigi blackjack the most, it was very fun for me as an only child who didn't really get to play cards ever!

[@elzar5987]

i remeber playing this game just last year in college, when i was bored i'd speedrun the first world over and over again in just over 6min. this game will always be special to me

[@mrthorian8096]

I’m glad to say this was the first game I ever completed, I really loved the game and as a Luigi fan I always made sure to play as the master of Green, might replay it soon

[@SmrtPhonRtistCF]

I never owned a DS back then, but whenever I was at a game store, I always looked foward to playing this demo.

[@edakattack]

Crazy to think I was 10 when this game came out. I remember sinking countless hours playing trying to get every secret exit and gold coin, because I didn’t know guides existed online. And then unlocking Luigi just made me play it all over again. Such a great game!

[@Aninok]

That random DK Jungle JapesxNew Super Mario Bros. Remix at around 19:45 caught me off guard, good job xD

[@rhyshain7629]

This was the first game I played, ever. I still remember my dad showing me how you can easily beat the final boss using a mega mushroom. This was also the first game I ever completed and I go back to complete it every couple years, simply due to the enjoyment of the game

[@kylegilland3673]

Seeing a Completionist ad spoken by someone else for an actual movie all to the main theme of DQ11. Truly, I have lived

[@Jake_Tucker]

This would be what got me into Nintendo as a kid. When I was growing up, I didn't have a DS. Didn't really think I was missing out at the time. But my cousins had theirs as well as this game. So one day when we went over to their house, I got to try this out and immediately fell in love with it. I even got into watching Mario flash animations and everything after that. I still wouldn't get my hands on a personal copy for another 2-3 years, but when I finally did, I played the hell out of it. Excellent presentation, great soundtrack, smooth controls, it's aged really well in my opinion. Plus I can always boot it up and play the first world or so if I ever just want to feel like a kid again. Great episode as always, Jirard. Thanks for the trip down memory lane.

[@CutieFakeKirby]

The thing you said in 0:58 was the most relatable thing I've ever heard, but for me it was with new super mario bros 2. And a 3ds

[@pokemonduck]

The editing at the explanation of the mega mushroom and the mini mushroom killed me :D

[@TheBladeofHerosBan]

I grew up playing the heck out of this game! Haven't thought about it in years. I remember times i would play it so much i would have dreams at night about a bunch of new worlds being playable with more powerups. I'm so glad to see that you think well of this game!

[@Nic_2751]

I’m so happy people are finally giving this one credit much more than it gets, and I’m glad this was my introduction to the series

[@sukunasgaylover]

3:45 I love seeing him talk about literary works, even if it's just briefly, as he seems passionate about them. The constant examples to authors in the Bloodborne video is another example.

[@Jabersson]

I love the pause for opening credits at the end of the new intro! Please keep that for all future intros!

[@richards16]

This game is phenomenal! I actually prefer this one than New Super Mario Bros Wii or U.

[@glendarjj3991]

I agree. I think the games on the DS (including nsmb2) feel better to play single player because they didn't have multiplayer in mind.

[@paulgilbert5278]

I love NSMB2

[@pepsiman215]

God I love the New Soup series. They’re the comfort food of the Mario series for me. They’re fun, easy, and short experiences that are each wholly worth playing through. Happy to have New Soup DS as the first game I ever remember playing.

[@TheCreepypro]

nice to see a video on this game since it doesn't get talked about enough great video!

[@BlackScarabFilmZ]

It's funny that you open the video by saying that this was the first 2D Mario game in a while when it came out because my first exposure to Mario was a 3D platformer with Mario Sunshine. So while I had seen and played a little bit of the classic 2D Mario games. This game was my first 2D Mario game that I ever completed. Holds a very special place in my heart.

[@deadluk3]

I love this game so much, a staple of my childhood, played it over and over and got 3 stars each time, thank you for making a video on it and giving it some love

[@HammerOfBohun]

I will always play a video at 1.5 speed (sorry y'all) but the intro to The Completionist (Especially this verison) I will play at normal speed. Even if im too slow and miss it, I rewind and play again, because it hits so hard. Keep the work hyping bro! Your stuff is fire.

[@CarlC9898]

I have nostalgia for this game, along with Mario Kart DS, Lego Star Wars TCS, and Nintendogs. Lots of memories playing and sharing those games on my DS with my sister who also had a DS.

[@tahaelhour690]

The first level theme song is permanently stuck in my head. I love it. Bah - ba ba bah.

[@Sentay0]

My favorite Mario to complete, the super Mario style reserve item keeps things breezy, the secrets let you skip ahead / double down depending on what you're feeling, and the smaller levels + coin holes (on the bottom screen) help make 100% completion very doable.

[@ryanwhittier7314]

New Super Mario Bros DS was my first new 2d mario game. Having first played Super Mario Advance: Super Mario Bros 3, i was ecstatic when this came out and man 8 year old me was blown away. That trilogy of New DS, Galaxy, and New Wii got me through some rough times in our household and i will forever fondly remember those as such.

[@ryandemboski6313]

So refreshing for someone to not hate on these games for a change! I grew up with these and love them. Really nice video :)

[@mp7vidz-700]

This game was a Christmas gift back in 2006 I was 6 and it was my first Mario game I HAVE SO MANY GOOD MEMORIES WITH THIS GAME

[@jessemacdonald6902]

this game for me was a classic, at least being born as an ‘01. my first 2D mario game, first DS game, and first game to ever 100% i think. what a memory

[@LandonEmma]

The Completionist:” Whats new in 2006 is now old” Me and the boys born in 2006: 😂

[@rodrigoalvas1866]

duuuude that intro is brutal, I love it!!

[@gecfes]

I have always loved the aesthetic of this game! The backgrounds are so colourful and interesting. The big, spotted dome hills in world 1 or the conical mountains in world 6 just do something for me, and the vivid green of the vegetation always made me think that the mushroom kingdom was really jungle like. I also feel like this game is the only instance of feeling real high up in the athletic levels due to how large some of them were. This game is my childhood.

[@ClaireZhasa]

Despite not having played the game in well over a decade, probably even longer, I still actually remember a good portion of the game and the Luigi code (albeit not even close to complicated) has remained embedded in my brain since the day I learned it.

[@KikiCatMeow]

This was my first ever mario game; I got it with a ds when I was like 6. It’s so nostalgic for me! One thing I really like is how the bosses are unique in a way, and aren’t just Koopalings or Boom-Booms. The World 6 mole guy was my favorite lol This and 64 DS were my childhood, and I’m really glad that people like this game as much as I do

[@Swam0811]

I NEED to get this game again. This game introduced me to gaming.

[@raptyrn1290]

I had a blast playing this game back in the day, where I would see which levels could be completed *entirely* with the blue shell suit at max speed. It felt awesome.

[@Gizrap]

This was probably the first DS game I played, and the first video game that I bought with my own money. Got a lot of good memories trying to find all the secret exits in World 7. I still think that it's the best of all the NSMB games, although Luigi U does come very close in my personal opinion. Solid video and review!

[@CyanPHD]

Idc what people say about this game being bland or not really new, this still is in my 3x3 games list and forever will be. First game I ever played in my pov still holds up the same fun energy it had when I was a child

[@Posyopues2007]

I agree with that but the point is that this isn't gonna last in like 2 generations more, like a new "new super Mario " would not be as good as the other games and people would get bored.

[@TransientWitch]

I will never tire of the various ways Jirard goes Super Beard-ian.

[@Glitchman24]

New Super Mario Bros. is my favorite game of all time. Every time a KZbinr talks about it, it makes me happy, because it's so underappreciated since the console games usually take the attention.

[@Glitchman24]

ratio

[@skyrimlover777]

I remember the snowy winter day where this gem arrived by mail. Up there in probably the best days of my life.

[@thetyrant764]

playing the mini games with your friends on the school bus to middle school, this was peak multiplayer mario that offered literally years of entertainment. wouldn't change those minigames for the wo

[@parallelblockBT]

This was the very first game I ever played when I was a kid huge nostalgia to me and a lot of others thank you for making a video on it 🌟

[@abra_escaped]

I haven't watched your videos in a really long time, and I'd like to say you chose a great mascot character

[@Twistedslop62]

18:40 hey bro it ain’t been that long

[@jameslawrenson1208]

This game had some of the best castle levels in the series.

[@deadluk3]

Yeah I love the final castle level, the music and level design made it feel like such a reward to play it, and also just how it looked in the overall going into it

[@melvincordova7097]

About time your colored that beard man! Love your work!

[@Quintaslive]

8:52 omg Neon White soundtrack! I hope we see a video about the game someday 👀

[@marche800]

Multiplayer was a staple of my bus rides back in the day

[@somaricraftbros6283]

I've never seen your videos before, but I gotta say, that intro was pretty fire

[@jardex2275]

I remember having a good time playing the minigames. I believe it had download mode, so a bus full of kids could all play together after school with just one cartridge.

[@TonyGiannamore]

The best use of the Blue Koopa Shell was in that Super Mario Bros. Z episode. Man I miss that show

[@ClownPuncher139]

This game is the definition of childhood to me. I legitimately started to tear up when you started playing the credits theme. Also, I’m a little disappointed you didn’t bring up Mario VS Luigi. It was one of the most dumb, fun additions to the game. I remember just getting with someone else who had a DS and we’d race to get stars until someone won or ragequit.

[@TheCoolcaspar]

Dam that intro though :o been a while since i have seen a completionist video, and my god the intro has come far, what an hype start haha

[@gtmeek1019]

This was my first mario game and still one of my favorites to this day. I'm glad it's getting some recognition here cause I never see ot talked about anymore

[@carsona146]

Mario vs Luigi minigame gave me and my friends life!

[@saltbaker8683]

Back then, when "New" was everything, but not always "Re-Imagined" as they say nowadays and even MediEvil: Resurrection at one pointed out of sequel baiting yet we never gotten on years later!

[@ianp2924]

11:28 you activating your talkboy I see. hahaha

[@ivysaur2thefirst]

the Athletic theme in this game is one of the best music tracks in the history of gaming and you can't convince me otherwise. It's just so funky and fun!

[@milesedgeworth3010]

I remember loving this game so much that I 100% 3-star completed it on all 3 files. I didn't just copy my file over, I legitimately did them all as a new file. I don't see myself ever doing that again for any game, so NSMB DS always holds a special place in me.

[@Palasid11]

I love this game, I love the feeling of building up speed and wahoo-ing over stuff. I know you were talking about how the game gets hated on, but generally I only hear good stuff about New Super Mario Bros (DS). In fact I think each New SMB game is good on its own, but people wanted to see what came “next”, and 5 games later we got Mario Maker.

[@ozzy2here210]

Never completed it as a kid, but I played the hell out of those mini games. Not to mention Mario vs. Luigi!! Surprised you didn’t mention it. So many good memories on the bus with my neighbors.

[@browngaymethodistjesuschri1361]

This game literally did its job in introducing kids at the time to Mario. I feel lucky that at around 4 years old there was that trilogy of Mario games on DS (NSMB SM64DS and Mario Kart DS) that nicely showed people who are new to the world what Mario is and what to expect from it

[@jodyanthony]

I really hope you play NSMB2. I thought it was a very good game. I also love this one. I know a lot of people hate on the “waah waah”s of the music, but i love the way the enemies react with the music. I think the series as a whole deserves a lot more credit.

[@paragon722]

Loved the vid. Would love to see you do MMX Command Mission , since it has a clear cut victory with challenges

[@Hectoreo]

that mario vs luigi mode was too good to be left to die in just this game

[@SpiffDico]

I remember the first time I played this game. It was June of 2006, and two of my older brothers took me to go see Cars in theaters. About an hour and a half before showtime, we stopped by GameStop to buy this game and DS Lite. We decided to sit in the theater auditorium early (it was a hot summer and we wanted air conditioning), taking turns playing the game.

[@darcyska]

Loved watching this video- this is a DS game I come back to again and again, and like you, was one of the reasons I picked up a DS in the first place.

[@asad9414]

Going back to this game was a breath of fresh air after the modern mario games because it has actually enclosed level design and some amount of difficulty

[@FATE522]

Love the Dokopon music. That would be fun to watch him complete.

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Love the dragon quest background music Alex :D