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I first played New Super Mario Bros. on the Nintendo DS back in 2006. It was developed and published by Nintendo, a release that felt like a deliberate return to Mario's 2D roots during a time when the DS was full of experimental touch screen games. This one just gave you a classic platformer, straightforward and built for quick sessions.

You control Mario, running and jumping through side scrolling levels to rescue Princess Peach from Bowser. The main objective is simple: get to the flagpole at the end of each stage. Signature mechanics include collecting giant gold coins in every level, which unlock alternate paths, and using power ups like the Mega Mushroom that lets you smash through enemies and obstacles temporarily. The pacing is brisk, with most levels designed for short bursts of play, though some later worlds introduce a noticeable difficulty spike. It feels familiar and responsive, a comfortable yet engaging challenge that reminds you why these games stuck around.