What it’s about: The two plumbers Mario and Luigi are sucked into a dimensional rift and end up on the floating island of Kapitarbora. The island was once part of a larger island that shattered into many pieces. The plumber brothers are supposed to help put the individual islands back together. The reward: a trip for the two of them back home to the Mushroom Kingdom.
Who the game is suitable for: The title is not a typical platformer like other games in which the two Nintendo characters Mario and Luigi appear. It is a role-playing game in which the battles are turn-based and the story plays a major role. Accordingly, the title is text-heavy and younger players could be overwhelmed by it. Otherwise, the game is perfect for anyone who wants to experience humorous, charming and creative adventures with the two plumbers. Even experienced players should have fun, as the fights require an enormous amount of skill and timing.
Platform: Nintendo Switch
USK: from 6 years
What it’s about: Elden Ring: Shadow of the Earthtree is an expansion to the main game and takes players to a new area called the Land of Shadows. The plot focuses on Miquella, son of Queen Marika and Radagon and brother of Malenia, the goddess of rot. Players follow Miquella’s footsteps, discover aspects of his past and uncover dark secrets deeply rooted in the world’s history. In addition to the main game, Elden Ring: Shadow of the Erdtree offers around 30 to 40 hours of playing time.
Who the game is suitable for: For fans of the extremely difficult games from the Japanese development studio From Software, the expansion to Elden Ring is a must-have title. Although little has changed in terms of graphics and gameplay compared to the main part, there are numerous new places to discover in this expansion – in addition, the story of the mysterious world in Elden Ring is continued. Behind the story is none other than Game of Thrones author George RR Martin. However, the Elden Ring expansion is not as easy to digest as the successful series. The title is aimed at players who enjoy intense challenges and are not afraid of difficult boss fights and complex gameplay.