Nintendo has released a brand-new overview trailer for Mario & Luigi: Brothership, showcasing a wonderful evolution of both visuals and mechanics since the last iteration in 2018 for the 3DS.
We've already gone hands-on with the upcoming game, which is scheduled to launch on 7th November 2024, so be sure to check that out if you're after a more comprehensive breakdown of what to expect. If you're sensitive to exposing yourself to too much information, mind, this overview trailer should serve you well.

We get a good look at the new land of Concordia, along with a glimpse at its many intriguing reisdents. Combat mechanics get their time in the spotlight too, and it looks like a wonderful upgrade from what you might be used to from the franchise on handheld systems.
Honestly, we're absolutely enamoured with the visuals for this one. It's got that distinctive 'Mario & Luigi' look, but significantly upgraded for the Switch. We frankly can't wait to dive into the final product.
Are you looking forward to Brothership on the Switch? What are your thoughts on this latest trailer? Let us know with a comment.
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I fail to see the "sublime visuals". The graphics look like a glorified 3ds game and I just can't get used to those washed out colours.
So excited for this. Can’t wait!
@PineappleLake yeah I'm inclined to agree. Game looks nice but it still needs some polish.
But the most important question: is Yoko Shimomura composing this game's music?????
I love the art style, it looks very nice.
I think the game should look much better in-person, so I'm not worried there. I have a bad feeling Yoko isn't composing this game's music though. It just doesn't sound like her style. Besides that, everything else in this game looks and sounds good so far, especially the gameplay.
I've been replaying Superstar Saga on NSO this month in anticipation. It brings back memories of playing that game on the GameCube's Game Boy Advance player!
@VHSGREMLIN , I’m excited for this game too, this is going to be my first Mario and Luigi game that I play fully.
@Fulgor_Astral Hard to say. I've been listening carefully but it doesn't sound like Shimomura's style at all.
Looks nice for those that like this sort of game.
I won’t buying another single Nintendo game until Switch 2 finally makes an appearance and as long as we get that big AAA 3d Mario or DK platform game on Switch 2 release or an upgraded Metroid 4 for Switch 2.
Will be interesting if my 1 game token I have left will move over to Switch 2 and I can use it on a new Switch 2 game. Time will tell.
I love the visuais so much, can't get enough of it!
Nintendo has such a talent for making games with such artstyle that, regardless of the hardware capability, has the potential to become timeless. This is a perfect example of that.
I want to play it. It looks so nice and the battles seem fun. The ufo transformation made me laugh.
@Ashfan2020 play the previous games on 3DS if you get a chance. They’re a hoot!
@VHSGREMLIN , I’ll give the other games a try and I’ll let you know if I like them, I’ll eventually get to them but my control stick is giving me problems
The overview trailer has kinda sold me on it. I'm still hopeful my brother will pick it up physical so that I can save a bit of money, but if not, I guess I'll do the honors.
I guess it's been long enough since Paper Mario TTYDR that I'm up for more Mario RPG after all!
So grateful this exists.
Pre-ordered a month ago and can’t wait!
Super excited. Mario & Luigi is surely the perfect Mario RPG series (when it comes to using common TB-RPG stats and whatnot).
I'll definitely be replaying the series (and actually beating Partners in Time for the first time).
@Fulgor_Astral
yeah this was something i was hoping for though as @N00BiSH and @Croctopus mentioned the music in the trailer does sound different from her usual style.
Am hoping it ends up running well but otherwise glad to see the series living on.
Don't really need to see much else. It'll be a day 1.
Loved dream team can't wait to check this out
I've been pretty turned off by all first party N stuff after Galaxy 2 where they've dumbed the games down to the point they're boring but this actually looks pretty cool. Not enough ill buy it since they don't believe in actual sales ever but still cool looking. Like the added style way more than the generic "look its pretty 3d!" we always get.
@PineappleLake I hope this is a troll comment. So stop trolling.
Removed - unconstructive
It looks cute.
I wonder about the maximum damage limit will be (999?)
@michellelynn0976 ...stop what? Genuine question by the way.
@PineappleLake I don't know what 3DS game you have been playing but none have compared to this. Hell even look at what the 3DS titles of this series look like, they still use sprites.
The models, animations and vibrancy of colors here are amazing. You also have to take into account that Youtube really doesn't do these titles justice.
Yeaaah. I’m real excited for this one.
The overall visual vibrancy and art-style look like a hoot. The Saturday morning cartoon is always what the M&L games seemed to strive towards, and it looks like the Switch is pushing this series to look at its finest yet.
Also… is that you I hear Charles M?. I can’t think of anyone else that would put in so much wacky effort with a trailer narrator voiceover 🤣
I’m worried about the lack of Yoko Shimomura music. If she hasn’t come back, then that singlehandedly ruins the game for me honestly.
@michellelynn0976 It’s not trolling. Really, it’s not
Personally I’m quite fond of the this game’s look, but someone politely expressing that they’re less than enamoured with it is simply not what trolling looks like.
Labelling such unobjectionable statements as ‘trolling’ devalues the term and does nothing but create a pointlessly stifling environment.
I’m not a free speech absolutist. I acknowledge that so can’t say whatever the **** I like with no regard for content or context. But can we please allow people to respectfully express their aesthetic preferences without calling them ‘trolls’?
Visuals aren't great but that's not the point of a Mario and Luigi game.
Looks great and fits right in with prior titles in the series. Day 1 pickup myself.
@Ashfan2020 hope you get the controller stick issue resolved. I look forward to hearing your thoughts on these gems.
Looks even better than it already did, so looking forward to Brothership (of course I preordered it slightly discounted as soon as my usual retailer here in Italy had it) and man am I glad that Mario & Luigi is back!
@VHSGREMLIN , I hope to fix my circle pad on 3DS soon and I think I’m going to hopefully play Bowser’s Inside Story with Bowser Jr
I'm not understanding everyone's complaints about the art style and graphics for this game. It looks freaking fantastic.
I wasn't expecting such a long trailer! I was already sold on the game way early on, but this only makes me more excited! I love the style so much!
@Maxz If they mean the style, ok. I thought they meant the graphics, that would be trolling. It seems like Nintendo fans are never satisfied though. Like, what was people expecting?
@N00BiSH Stop trolling. Because it comes off like you think the game looks like a 3DS game. Just don't.
@michellelynn0976 I'm not trolling at all, and I don't even think the game looks truly bad. But I do think the visuals are rough in a few areas that I feel could do with refinement. I'm willing to articulate if you're interested.
@N00BiSH You are trolling. People with review copies say the game is beautiful and the graphics are some of the best on the Switch. Either that or your device is a 1980s PC.
@michellelynn0976 I'm talking about the art direction, not the graphics? Like I said, I DO think it's fine. It's a good first step to bringing the series' 2D key art into 3D. But I also think there were a few missteps in the transition that should be addressed. Stuff I think should be refined and improved if these devs get a chance to continue after Brothership. Just because I have some concerns with the current art direction doesn't mean I'm trolling.
@N00BiSH Well, that's more subjective, so there's no way to say you're wrong on that one. My apologies. What you find visually appealing is your opinion of course. I like it, but you can think how you want. So, big whoops on my part. Lol
@michellelynn0976 no problem. I get why people would be defensive over something like this. I mean, I'm still pretty excited for the game myself (case in point: I pre-ordered it) even with my reservations.
@N00BiSH Well, let's hope it turns out great. I'm hyped for it.
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