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it didn't really feel like preceding 3d marios. For one it didn't have a lasting impression. While levels were designed well, it wasn't like other mario games where repeated visits to a level change the level in subtle ways; kinda like the world is evolving alongside you. The kirby gimmick where mario absorbs powers is neat, but because there were so many, a lot of them just came and went

in addition, it also felt more like a collection of mini games or mini puzzles. Almost every few steps mario takes is another opportunity to find a moon unique to that location. It could be a puzzle, defeating enemies, whatever, but there would be a moon. I never got that sense of accomplishment when completing a complex and lengthy level

wasn't memorable to me. I don't remember many of the powerups, bosses, worlds, etc.