Mini Mario & Friends: Amiibo Challenge
2016 puzzle video game
Mini Mario & Friends: Amiibo Challenge is a 2016 puzzle-platform game developed and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U. The seventh entry in the Mario vs. Donkey Kong series, the game was free to download on the Nintendo eShop, but requires Nintendo's Amiibo lineup in order to play. It was released in Japan in January 2016 and worldwide in April.
The game received mixed reviews from critics, with its new additions and use of Amiibo earning approval but criticism towards its length and high unoriginality.
Gameplay
The title's main gameplay is based on the Mario vs. Donkey Kong series. There is only a single-player mode. Players use a stylus to manipulate the level layout, allowing miniature Mario series characters to survive or achieve goals. Objects such as girders or trampolines can be moved, allowing characters to travel along their intended path. Example characters include Mario, Diddy Kong, Luigi, Rosalina, Toad, Bowser, Princess Peach, Bowser Jr., Donkey Kong, and Yoshi, all sporting a unique power.
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