Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins - GameBoy

Graphically, the game is impressive for its time, with bright and vibrant sprites that make good use of the Game Boy's limited capabilities. The music and sound effects contribute to the game's charm and create a recognizable Mario atmosphere.

The controls are responsive and easy to understand, enhancing the game's accessibility. The inclusion of power-ups, such as the Super Mushroom and Fire Flower, enriches the gameplay and adds strategic elements to the levels. The only thing that slightly bothers me nowadays is the fact that the screen is somewhat zoomed in, making it harder to anticipate some things.

Overall, Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins offers a challenging yet enjoyable platforming experience on the Game Boy. It remains a beloved part of the Mario franchise and a must-play for fans of portable gaming and platform games.
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The zones that are immediately accessible are:
- 'Tree zone' (with enemies inspired by nature),
- 'Space zone' (based on the moon, with pigs as enemies),
- 'Macro zone' (Mario in a micro size, navigating through a garden and house with insect-based enemies),
- 'Pumpkin zone' (levels themed around Halloween with spooky enemies including 'Boo'),
- 'Mario zone' (In this zone, you traverse through a giant Mario robot, with levels presented in a meccano/lego design),
- 'Turtle zone' (Underwater levels guiding you through a whale, with underwater creatures and divers as enemies).

In addition to the 6 zones, there are also standalone levels to discover, and there is a "secret" final zone as well. Want to know what it is? Play the game and find out for yourself!
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Similar games include "Super Mario Land" and "Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3," which also offer platform action and adventures.

What sets this game apart is the focus on collecting golden coins and the presence of Wario as the antagonist.
Another aspect is the ability to use different power-ups to help Mario overcome the challenges.

If you enjoy adventurous platform action and exploring diverse worlds, "Super Mario Land 2" is an absolute must-have.
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