Mario & Luigi: Superstar Saga
The first installment in the Mario & Luigi RPG series where the brothers travel to the Beanbean Kingdom to recover Princess Peach's stolen voice. Features timing-based combat, dual-character controls, and humorous dialogue.
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About This Game
Introduces the signature 'Bros. Attacks' system requiring synchronized button inputs for powerful combo moves.
Unique art style blends 3D elements with traditional Mario sprites, pushing the GBA's graphical capabilities.
Features a fully-voiced villain (Fawful) whose quirky speech patterns became a series hallmark.
Includes numerous minigames and side quests that utilize both characters' special abilities.
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