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Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope Review: Is it Worth It?

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Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope - Is It Worth It
This is our review for Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (Mario Rabbids 2), Ubisoft's addition to the Mario + Rabbids series. Read on to know our thoughts after beating Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, its highs and lows, and if it is worth picking up!

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Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope Rating and Review Score

Overall Score
42/50
Story Mechanics Graphics Game Length Fun
7.5/10 8.5/10 9/10 8/10 9/10

Overall Total score of the game based on its average score from all the criteria.
Story Rating the plot, characters, as well as the pacing and overall depth of the story.
Mechanics How we rate the gameplay mechanics and systems designed in the game.
Art & Graphics Rating how beautiful the game's graphics are as well as its user interface.
Game Length The base game's length, replayability, and time needed for 100% completion.
Fun What everyone wanted. Here, we rate how fun it is to play the game.

Who Should Play Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope?

Fans of Mario and the Raving Rabbids Series

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope - Heroes

Fans of both Super Mario and the Raving Rabbids series will find enjoyment with Sparks of Hope, as they seamlessly integrate the two series without feeling forced, giving the game a charm that the combination of the two can only create.

Players Getting Into Strategy RPGs

Fans of Strategy RPGs as well as first-time players of the genre will enjoy Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope due to its accessible and intuitive combat system. The game does a good job at welcoming newcomers to the genre while giving veterans multiple options to play with such as Skill Trees, team comps, and Spark pairing.

What Did You Think of Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope?

Must play game! 30
Votes
Good elements here and there. 4
Votes
Worth picking up on sale. 2
Votes
Not my kind of game. 0
Votes

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Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope Review

Pros of Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope

Good Points of Sparks of Hope
CheckmarkImproved Battle System
CheckmarkLoads of Side Content and Collectibles
CheckmarkRefreshing Art Direction and Graphics
CheckmarkDLC Content On Its Way
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Improved Battle System Plays Amazingly

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope - Real-time Elements in the Turn-Based Strategy Gameplay

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope uses a different combat system that utilizes real-time combat. Instead of a grid-based layout like in the previous game, you can move around freely before using your weapon to end your turn.

All New and Returning Features

Loads of Side Content and Collectibles

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope - The Riddle of Barrendale Mesa Location

One of the game's biggest strengths is having a multitude of Side Quests to clear and discover throughout each Planet.

Having over 100 Side Quests and collectibles like Weapon Skins and Memories, players can spend multiple hours completing them all.

All Side Quests

Refreshing Art Direction and Graphics

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope - Full Party

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope looks great on the Switch either handheld or docked, with the 3D models of Mario and friends being crisp, expressive, and a treat to look at as they all jump from one distinct and vibrant Planet to the next.

DLC Content On Its Way

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope - 3 DLC Packs Confirmed

On top of having hundreds of Side Quests and other content to complete, Ubisoft offers a Season Pass DLC that will be spread out in waves throughout 2023.

DLC Guide: Will There Be DLC?

Cons of Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope

Bad Points of Sparks of Hope
CheckmarkLacks Certain Aspects from Previous Game
CheckmarkMain Story is a Bit Too Short
CheckmarkInvulnerability Mode Can Spoil Players
CheckmarkExperiences a Number of Bugs & Glitches
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Omission of Key Features from Previous Game

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope - Not Available in the Current Lineup

Image is from Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle.

Despite the addition of new features like revamped character movement, as well as the addition of Sparks, there are features that Sparks of Hope did not have that its predecessor did, namely a multiplayer mode as well as the omission of certain characters like Yoshi.

Main Story is a Bit Too Short

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope - First Quest

While the game boasts multiple hours of side content, the main story falls short, as it can be finished under 20 hours when solely focusing on Main Quests.

Story Walkthrough

Invulnerability Mode Can Spoil Players

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope - Invulnerability Mode

Invulnerability mode is something players can toggle from the game settings that will make their Heroes invincible in battle.

This is ideal if you want to slog through multiple battles and such, but it can also tempt players to have it on throughout the entire game, making battles incredibly easy.

Best Settings

Experiences a Number of Bugs and Glitches

Camera going haywire during battle.

There have been multiple reports of bugs and glitches as of Version 1.1.2028814 that have yet to be resolved. While this can be fixed with future updates, you can expect the game to have multiple hiccups here and there.

List of Bugs and Gitches

Is Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope Worth It?

Definitely Worth Playing

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope - Full Party Finishing Blow

At the end of the day, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope is a must play for players getting into strategy RPGs and longtime Mario and Raving Rabbids fans.

While there were certain features that were stripped off from the previous game as well as having technical issues, all the good points of Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope trumps all its shortcomings by a landslide, making it an easy recommendation for anyone considering to play the game.

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope Software Information

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Release Date October 20, 2022
Price 59.99 USD
Game File Size 5.7GB
Genre Strategy
No. of Players 1
Developer / Publisher Ubisoft
Nintendo
Supported Languages Dutch, English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish
Supported Play Modes Handheld mode, Tabletop mode, TV mode
ESRB Rating Everyone 10+

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