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Mario Hoops 3 on 3

Mario Hoops 3 on 3

Publisher:
Nintendo
Developer:
Square Enix
Rating:
E For Everyone
Genre:
Sports

Mario Hoops 3 on 3

Sports Game - Nintendo DS

You've never played hoops like this.  Use the stylus and touch screen to execute tricky dribbles and sweet dunks.  But watch out, items like Koopa Shells and Bob-ombs litter each court.
GAME REVIEW
Review by: eyeRobot
Pros
Another great Mario spin to a popular sport. It's complete with Mega Mario moves on the court and unconventional game play scoring.
Cons
It's frustrating learning the controls at first. It also seems to feel like a good way to totally wreck your stylus screen. It feels almost impossible to play competitively when you're matched up against mega characters, such as Bowser.
Interesting Info
The game becomes very amusing once you've learned the moves down packed. There is an abundance of unlockable goodies in this game. When isn't there in a Mario sports game though? After clearing the tournament mode, I couldn't figure out how to further obtain levels, characters, outfits and balls. It became clear soon enough though, once I thought of the "Mario Kart" franchise.
The unconventional scoring in the game makes it the game play pleasantly fresh. The more coins you collect between baskets will add to your tally. 2 point basket is worth 20 points, 3 point basket is worth 30, and each coin tacked on to that basket is work an additional point.

Court play can also be related back to the "Mario Kart" franchise. Various "?" blocks appear on the court surface to be used and abused. Offense, dribbling on them racks you up coins. Defense, the boxes with push out items to help you keep regain possession of the ball.

There are also some cameos in the game the further as you play.  You do run into some familiar characters from the Final Fantasy franchise. Perhaps there are a few others as well.
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Average Rating
8.5
eyeRobot Rating
8.5

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