This game is rated ESRB: Everyone for Comic Mischief.
Released in 2012 for the Nintendo 3DS, New Super Mario Bros. 2 is a side-scrolling 2.5D platformer developed by Nintendo SPD and a direct sequel to the original New Super Mario Bros. The game centers on an unusually prominent coin-collecting mechanic, with the overarching goal of accumulating one million coins across its levels. To support this objective, several new power-ups are introduced alongside returning items, most notably the Gold Flower, which transforms Mario into Gold Mario and grants coin-generating abilities. The core gameplay follows the established side-scrolling structure of the series, combining traditional platforming challenges with the added incentive of chasing high coin totals. As an indirect follow-up to New Super Mario Bros. Wii, the title maintains the franchise's accessible design while building a distinct identity around its large-scale collection goal.
Mario and Luigi visit Princess Peach’s Castle. As usual, they enjoy chatting with Princess Peach about their adventures. As Princess Peach waves farewell, Mario and Luigi use tail transformations to snag a bunch of Coins from the sky. No sooner do they land for a break than a black shadow approaches overhead. They hear a loud boom as Bowser’s minions appear in an aircraft and slam to the ground right on top of them. In surprise, they stare as Princess Peach appears and calls for help. She’s been kidnapped again! The heroes set out in pursuit and a new adventure begins!
