Nintendo’s highly anticipated 2D platformer, Super Mario Bros. Wonder, has finally been released on the Nintendo Switch. However, before diving into the game and turning Mario and his friends into giant elephants, players are advised to explore the various gameplay settings, especially the one that controls the Talking Flowers.
In a recent episode of Nintendo’s web series, Ask the Developer, it was revealed that Super Mario Bros. Wonder was originally intended to have a live commentary feature similar to what you would find in a sports game. Although this feature was ultimately scrapped, it found new life through the game’s Talking Flowers characters, who shout at Mario and his crew whenever they pass by.
While the Talking Flowers add a cute and interactive element to the game, opinions on them vary. Some players find them pretty annoying due to their constant chatter. Fortunately, Nintendo has provided an option to turn off the Talking Flowers’ voices.
To disable the Talking Flowers’ voices, players can navigate to the settings menu and scroll down to the “Talking Flower Dialogue” option. From there, they can switch it to “Voice off / Text on.” Additionally, players can choose a different language for the Talking Flowers’ commentary, adding a unique flavor to their gameplay experience.
The option to mute the Talking Flowers or change their language has delighted many gamers online. One Reddit user on the r/Nintendo Switch subreddit expressed relief, stating, “As soon as I saw that they talk to you automatically when you run by them, I was a little worried. It gave me flashbacks to the GBA Mario re-releases with all those dreadful voice clips.”
Another user responded, “And with that one change, this game is a contender for GOTY.” Clearly, the ability to control the Talking Flowers’ dialogue has made a significant impact on players’ enjoyment of the game.
As the novelty of the Talking Flowers’ constant chatter may wear thin over time, knowing how to turn them off or switch up their language settings can prove useful for Super Mario Bros. Wonder players, regardless of whether it’s their first, second, or third playthrough.
Overall, Super Mario Bros. Wonder has received widespread acclaim, and the ability to customize the Talking Flowers’ dialogue adds another layer of personalization to an already highly anticipated game.