Mario & Luigi: Brothership Gameplay and Combat Shown on Japanese Site

Nintendo Japan recently showcased exciting new gameplay footage, character art, and more for the upcoming turn-based RPG, Mario & Luigi: Brothership, offering a closer look at the November release.

Conquering the Fierce Foes of Brothership

The latest update on Nintendo's Japanese website details new enemies, locations, and gameplay mechanics, providing a sneak peek at the challenges awaiting players. The update also offers strategic advice on choosing the most effective attacks to defeat the formidable monsters guarding each island.

Mastering the Art of Combat: Combination and Brother Attacks

Success hinges on mastering timed attacks (Quick Time Events or QTEs). Precise timing and quick reflexes are crucial for optimal damage output. Note that attack names might differ in the English version.

Combination Attacks: This technique involves Mario and Luigi simultaneously executing their basic hammer and jump attacks. Perfect timing maximizes attack power; missed inputs weaken the attack. If one brother is incapacitated, the input becomes a solo attack.

Brother Attacks: These powerful moves utilize Brother Points (BP) and are game-changers, especially against bosses. The showcased "Thunder Dynamo" attack involves a chain of electrical charges, unleashing a devastating area-of-effect (AoE) strike on multiple enemies. Strategic command selection is key to victory.

A Solo Adventure: No Multiplayer Here

Mario & Luigi: Brothership is a single-player experience; there's no co-op or multiplayer mode. The power of brotherhood must be wielded solo! For further details on gameplay, refer to the linked article.