Should I get Mario Galaxy 1 or 2?

There seems to be a common opinion that Super Mario Galaxy 2 is superior to it predecessor, due to its increasingly creative level design of the courses, that they supposedly possess more variety. However, it is my opinion that the original is by far superior simply for its incredible story and central hub.
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Should I play Mario Galaxy 1 before 2?

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I would say play the first one first, but it really dosn't matter. The second game is essentially the first game with different levels and a couple of new powerups.
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Is Super Mario Galaxy 2 worth it?

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If you loved the first Super Mario Galaxy, you will adore the sequel. This isn't a game that redefines the genre: this is one that rolls it up and locks it away.
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Is Super Mario Galaxy 2 better than 1 reddit?

All reviewers at the time lauded SMG2 as an improvement in gameplay in almost every way vs SMG. SMG has the distinction of being first, so it was more impactful, and it has a more established story which brings the world together. SMG2 is more barebones in that aspect, but the gameplay itself is a step above.
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Is Mario Galaxy 2 harder than 1?

This game is a bit harder than 1. But not as difficult and game bloggers and Nintendo would lead you to believe. Mario veterans won't have any trouble finishing the game. Coming from someone who shared your same disappointment with Galaxy, TC, this game is considerably harder, and i'm only on world 4.
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Why Super Mario Galaxy 2 Is Better Than Galaxy 1

What Mario Galaxy is better?

Galaxy 1 may have had the better story and development, but I do wish it did better (or at least, just as good) everywhere else. Luckily, Galaxy 2 provided me all that Galaxy 1 missed out on. That said, both games are good at worse to me.
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Can you play as Luigi in galaxy 1?

Luigi is a playable character in both Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2. He is the younger brother of Mario. He can be unlocked when the player makes a certain progress. Luigi can jump higher and run faster than Mario, however, he stops slower.
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Why was Mario Galaxy 2 not on Switch?

The main barrier cited is the motion controls and whether they would work in the same way as the first game, due to the inclusion of Yoshi. In Galaxy 2, Yoshi's mechanics are built around the IR pointer which the Switch doesn't have.
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Why is Bowser so big in Galaxy 2?

That's the case in Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island and Yoshi's New Island, where Kamek use his magic to increase Bowser's size. In Super Mario Galaxy 2, his size apparently increase because of the magic of the power stars (even though his original size is already incredible).
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Is Mario Galaxy 1 hard?

Like most games, this depends a lot upon how much you put into it. If your objective is to "beat the game," i.e. get 60 stars and beat Bowser, it's almost laughably easy. If you want to get 120 stars, it's much harder.
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Is Yoshi in Super Mario Galaxy 1?

Although Yoshi himself doesn't appear in Super Mario Galaxy, there is a secret planet that is shaped like Yoshi's head. Yoshi's head can be your file picture in both games.
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Can you play as Luigi in Galaxy 2?

You can also play as Luigi on any level by using the Luigi door after beating Bowser in World 6.
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How long is Mario Galaxy 1?

When focusing on the main objectives, Super Mario Galaxy is about 14 Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 35½ Hours to obtain 100% completion.
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Is Mario Galaxy 1 canon?

The Mario platformers, RPGs, Sports Games, Kart Games and Party Games all take place in the same universe. They are all canon.
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What is the best Mario game to start?

The easiest Mario game for new players is the original Super Mario Bros., which has simple mechanics and a classic platforming style. Super Mario Odyssey is one of the best platform games, rewarding creativity and offering smooth gameplay for players to enjoy.
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Is there a Super Luigi Galaxy?

Super Luigi Galaxy is a spin-off of Super Mario galaxy. Its has a new plot,new galaxies, and even more for more SMG enjoyment.It has online and local multiplayer.It even includes more power ups.
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Is Bowser just a big Koopa?

Also known as King Koopa, Bowser is a fire-breathing Koopa who leads the evil kingdom of turtle-like creatures called the Koopa Troop. Bowser is portrayed as a larger Koopa with a spiked shell on his back and spiked bracelets around his wrists and neck.
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Is Bowser Jr in Super Mario Galaxy 2?

Bowser Jr. makes an appearance as the secondary antagonist again in Super Mario Galaxy 2, aiding his father, who he is not seen with at all, once again, as in the first game.
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Will Super Mario Galaxy 2 be remastered?

Super Mario Galaxy 2: Ultimate is an enhanced remaster of Super Mario Galaxy 2. It released on the 7th of May 2022 both physically and digitally exclusively for the Nintendo Switch.
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Is Mario Galaxy 1 and 2 connected?

The game is a direct sequel to the original, and it follows from the Grand Finale Galaxy of the previous game. Bowser just couldn't give a break for even 2 seconds. Advertisement: It wouldn't be the first time.
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Is Super Mario Galaxy worth it?

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It's rare to play through a perfect game or one that nears perfection, but Galaxy definitely fits that mold. Galaxy proves that Mario matters just as much today as he did 25 years ago, and that makes him one of a kind in this medium.
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How do you beat Bowser in Galaxy 1?

With Bowser stunned on his back, simply run up to him and perform a spin attack for the first hit. This is really easy the first time, as he stays in one place. However, for the 2nd and 3rd hits, he'll actually slide around the arena on his back - run around the globe in the opposite direction to intercept him.
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Is Super Mario Galaxy easy?

Super Mario Galaxy is an odd game so far as difficulty goes. It's certainly not the completionists' nightmare some other 3D Super Mario games are, and it's certainly not one of those Super Mario games that were clearly designed to challenge veteran players.
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