The Internet Ruins the Surprise Yet Again
If you were planning to go into ‘Super Mario Bros. Wonder’ all starry-eyed and innocent, brace yourself. The leaks are coming thick and fast, ruining surprises for die-hard Nintendo fans. For a game that’s one of Nintendo’s most anticipated titles, the web is already bustling with speedruns, end-game boss reveals, and spoiler-heavy insights.
“For players who wish to have a completely blind experience going into Wonder, they should likely stay away from certain parts of the Internet until the game’s release.”
The Badge System: Speedrunners’ New Toy
Now, let’s talk mechanics, specifically the badge system. If you’re a speedrunner, this is basically your new playground. The game has a variety of badges like the Grappling Vine, which can be used for faster gameplay and getting to those hard-to-reach places. As players discover more about this system, the game’s speedrunning potential becomes even more intriguing.
“The Grappling Vine for example can extend and attach itself to an adjacent platform, which allows them to reach higher places and far away ledges.”
Taking Gaming to the Extreme: Pre-Release “World Records”
Some gamers have even claimed to have set ‘World Records,’ beating levels in under a minute. Mind you, this is all before the official release of the game. How’s that for being overzealous? YouTube and Twitter are awash with videos showing off these so-called records, adding fuel to the already raging spoiler fire.
[Super Mario Bros. Wonder]
The game has leaked onto the Internet.
It uses the ModuleSystem engine, which is also utilized by Tears of the Kingdom and Splatoon 3.
If you are concerned about spoilers, now is the time to implement spoiler avoidance measures!
— GhoulmealDome 👻 (@OatmealDome) October 14, 2023
The Source of the Leaks
Where did these leaks originate, you ask? Well, some fans have managed to grab early copies of the game, probably thanks to a retailer who’s keen on breaking street dates. There are also rumors that the ROM of the game has been dumped online.
“These leaks likely came from players who have managed to get ahold of early copies of the game, likely through a retailer that broke the game’s street date.”
A Troubling Trend for Nintendo
Don’t act so surprised; this isn’t the first time a major Nintendo Switch title has been leaked. ‘Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom,’ ‘Fire Emblem Engage,’ and ‘Pikmin 4’ have all had their fair share of Internet spoilers. This chronic issue of leaks isn’t unique to Nintendo but seems to hit the company particularly hard.
“This isn’t the first Nintendo Switch game that leaked this year, and it likely won’t be the last of its kind, as PC emulation and broken street dates are a common problem for Nintendo’s releases.”
Hold On, Nintendo Fans!
‘Super Mario Bros. Wonder’ officially drops on October 20, exclusively for the Nintendo Switch. If you want to avoid any spoilers, perhaps it’s best to steer clear of your usual Internet haunts. Otherwise, who knows what game secrets you’ll stumble upon?
So, will you dare to venture online, or will you hold out for the pure, unadulterated joy that only a brand new Mario game can bring? Your move, gamers.
