https://www.thegamer.com TheGamer delivers the biggest video game news, in-depth interviews, honest reviews, timely previews, and surprising stories. Tue, 01 Aug 2023 16:32:33 GMT en-US hourly 60 At long last, we have a date for when Rayman will join Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope. This will end years of the iconic platforming protag sitting out on the sidelines, returning to the Rabbids series that his games initially popularised.

]]> Tue, 01 Aug 2023 16:32:33 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-rayman-in-the-phantom-show-dlc-release-date/ Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope's second DLC, The Last Spark Hunter, launches later today as revealed in a surprise announcement at the Nintendo Direct. You can also play a demo of the base game for free to try it out before buying.

]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 14:27:19 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-the-last-spark-hunter-shadow-dropped/ Last year, Ubisoft released a sequel to Mario + Rabbids, but CEO Yves Guillemot said the game underperformed financially because they chose to release it on the Nintendo Switch instead of waiting for a new console.

]]> Wed, 21 Jun 2023 09:10:53 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-nintendo-ubisoft-one-per-console/ In Mario + Rabbids: Sparks Of Hope, everyone's favourite Italian plumber has to traverse the galaxy with his merry band of Heroes to rescue Sparks, cleanse planets of their Darkmess infestation, and battle it out with the towering root of evil herself, Cursa.

]]> Mon, 24 Apr 2023 16:15:14 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-terra-flora-missions-guide-walkthrough/ In Mario + Rabbids: Sparks Of Hope, you'll meet many a family face from across the Super Mario Bros franchise as you traverse the galaxy in search of Sparks. You'll have to defeat Darkmess Tentacles in an effort to reach Cursa's Stronghold and get rid of her for good.

]]> Sun, 23 Apr 2023 12:30:14 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-best-skills-all-heroes/ Among the many revelations about the dire straits Ubisoft currently finds itself in, there’s a particularly disappointing detail about the performance of Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope. According to Ubisoft co-founder Yves Guillemot, part of the impetus for the company’s financial distress is Sparks of Hope’s poor sales. Guillemot says this was surprising, given the positive review scores, player reception, and “ambitious marketing plan”, and I have to say, I’m surprised too.

]]> Fri, 13 Jan 2023 23:56:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-underperformed-reason-ubisoft/ The phrase "go big or go home" is supposed to be motivational. It means 'make sure you give it your all', 'always try your best', and 'don't let yourself wonder what could have been'. Unfortunately, gaming studios are taking the phrase a little too literally. It seems unless your game is the single biggest thing on the planet, there's no need for it to even exist. With Ubisoft cancelling three unannounced games yesterday and blaming so-so sales of mid-tier titles Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope and Just Dance, it feels like games are being crushed by the weight of expectation far too often.

]]> Thu, 12 Jan 2023 17:30:15 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/ubisoft-cancelled-delays-double-a-no-risk/ Since the Nintendo Switch was first launched in 2017, it's become the home to some of the company's most innovative and successful games ever. From The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild to Super Mario Odyssey, it didn't take long for Nintendo to prove that its hybrid console had a ton of potential, and third-party developers quickly scrambled to port their games over to the Switch as soon as possible.

]]> Wed, 14 Dec 2022 15:30:14 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/nintendo-switch-best-third-party-exclusives-list/ Nintendo may have one of the most iconic rosters of villains in entertainment. These bad guys might not be as evil as Final Fantasy 7's Sephiroth or as evil as Mr. X from Resident Evil 2, but each of Nintendo's antagonists is willing to do whatever it takes to accomplish their wicked goals, even if it means destroying entire planets to do so.

]]> Sat, 26 Nov 2022 02:31:14 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/nintendo-villains-become-allies/ Mario + Rabbids: Sparks Of Hope takes you on a wild adventure across the galaxy. Mario and his brother Luigi join forces with their fellow Heroes, ridding the planets of corrupting Darkmess Tentacles and freeing trapped Sparks along the way.

]]> Sat, 12 Nov 2022 14:45:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-cursas-stronghold-guide-walkthrough/ Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope uses a tactical turn-based combat system that truly is the highlight of the gameplay. As you progress through the game, you come across classic enemies from both the Mario and Rabbid IPs. You also encounter a fair share of unique crossover enemies, such as the Squashers, pig-Rabbid creatures with a Thwomp on their back.

]]> Fri, 11 Nov 2022 00:45:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-boss-battles-ranked/ Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope is a pacey intergalactic adventure. Mario and Luigi join forces with their fellow Heroes to rid the galaxy of Cursa's meddlesome Darkmess Tentacles, rescuing Sparks and planets on their way to the final showdown.

]]> Thu, 10 Nov 2022 01:15:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-barrendale-mesa-walkthrough/ In Mario + Rabbids: Sparks Of Hope, it's up to Mario and his friends to rescue the galaxy from Cursa and her Spark Hunters. The third biome you explore, Palette Prime, is a quaint autumnal town now ravaged by Darkmess - and you'll need to keep your wits about you to defeat it.

]]> Mon, 07 Nov 2022 15:16:12 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-palette-prime-bedrock-boss-guide/ There are many notable changes in Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope in relation to its predecessor. One major change revolving around combat is that there are no more secondary weapons in the game. Instead, each character has their own unique weapon that they carry throughout the adventure.

]]> Sun, 06 Nov 2022 15:30:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-best-weapons-ranked/ You hear that in the distance? That's the sound of an axe slamming through a half-dozen Hel-Walker heads and returning to Kratos' mighty palm. While most of TheGamer staff is eagerly anticipating God of War Ragnarok's release on Wednesday, we're using the brief window of downtime to play some other recent releases.

]]> Sat, 05 Nov 2022 18:00:14 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/thegamer-staff-weekend-plans-mario-rabbids-sparks-hope-fallout-victoria-3/ Rayman fans think that his Sparks of Hope DLC episode might visit Band Land and Picture City from the original Rayman, as objects referencing those areas can be found in the teaser image.

]]> Sat, 05 Nov 2022 12:48:59 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/rayman-fans-sparks-of-hope-dlc-band-land-picture-city/ Mario + Rabbids: Sparks Of Hope is a sprawling epic adventure taking place in a galaxy not too far away at all. With your Heroes and their helpful Spark companions in tow, it's up to you to rid the solar system of the meddlesome Cursa and her Darkmess Tentacles.

]]> Fri, 04 Nov 2022 18:45:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-pristine-peaks-main-missions-walkthrough-guide/ Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, as a crossover, is full of Easter eggs nodding to both the Mario and Rabbids franchises. Beyond the references, the game is full of clever humor, intriguing NPCs, and the wacky antics of Rabbids living on each planet.

]]> Thu, 03 Nov 2022 12:00:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-secrets-easter-eggs-references/ The first look at Rayman in his DLC mission for Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope has been revealed and his design seems to take inspiration from both his original appearance and his updated look from Hoodlum Havoc onwards.

]]> Wed, 02 Nov 2022 17:48:54 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/rayman-sparks-of-hope-mario-rabbids-dlc-pack-3-ubisoft/ Mario + Rabbids Sparks Of Hope takes you on a galactic journey to stop Cursa from draining all the Sparks of their power and infecting the worlds with Darkmess. On the quest to stop this villain, you come across five planets, each needing your help to undo Cursa’s harm.

]]> Wed, 02 Nov 2022 15:30:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-every-planet-ranked/ In Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, each Hero has their own signature weapon they wield in battle. These weapons each have their own unique attacks, ranging from some sort of close-range blast to long-distance blows. While the weapons themselves don’t upgrade in the game, they do gain a little extra power or range as the Heroes who use them level up.

]]> Wed, 02 Nov 2022 13:05:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-best-weapon-skins-list/ In Mario + Rabbids: Sparks Of Hope, your journey to collect Purified Darkmess Crystals and defeat Cursa will take you all across the galaxy. Turn-based combat is just one aspect of the game, especially given that this adventure RPG has plenty of overlaps with classic Super Mario titles.

]]> Tue, 01 Nov 2022 17:30:14 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-beacon-beach-walkthrough-guide/ Mario + Rabbids: Sparks Of Hope is an intergalactic rollercoaster of turn-based combat and exploration. Traverse the galaxy with the Heroes, free Sparks from captivity, and defeat Cursa at her Stronghold.

]]> Tue, 01 Nov 2022 13:00:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-makes-no-sense/ During your quest in Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope to stop Cursa and cleanse the planets of Darkmess, you’ll encounter many enemies on the field of battle. In the turn-based combat system, each character in your party gets two actions per turn. For one of your actions, you might go with a special item to help you out in defeating your foes.

]]> Sun, 30 Oct 2022 16:00:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-all-purchased-special-items-ranked/ Mario + Rabbids: Sparks Of Hope is an adventurous journey through the galaxy where turn-based combat is king. Equip Heroes, rescue imprisoned Sparks, and collect Purified Darkmess Crystals to unlock more planets and defeat the evil Cursa.

]]> Sun, 30 Oct 2022 13:00:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-best-sparks-battle-guide/ Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope is a truly incredible game, from its concept to its combat. Combining the Mario universe with the Rabbid one shouldn’t work, yet it’s a crossover that excels, filling the game with humor and presenting a different side of Mario and his pals. The battle system is excellent as well, providing a fresh take on turn-based, strategic fighting that works very well.

]]> Sat, 29 Oct 2022 16:00:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-changes-improvements-fixes-list/ Mario + Rabbids: Sparks Of Hope is an adventure RPG that sees everyone's favourite plumber plumbing the depths of intergalactic space travel alongside his trusty companions. With turn-based combat sequences, you'll have to predict your enemies' next moves and embark on quests to release Spark companions, who have been imprisoned by the evil Cursa.

]]> Thu, 27 Oct 2022 20:05:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-manta-boss-fight-tips-guide/ There’s no shortage of fun to be had in Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope. It’s a delightful experience to see the Mario characters interact with a Rabbid universe that’s full of goofiness, silly antics, and comedic moments. As you play the game, it’s easy to get sucked into the joy and humor of it.

]]> Thu, 27 Oct 2022 14:30:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-relatable-things/ Mario + Rabbids: Sparks Of Hope is a turn-based adventure RPG that blends mission-based gameplay with all the bells and whistles of classic Super Mario platformers.

]]> Wed, 26 Oct 2022 23:30:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-beginner-tips-guide/ Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope marked the return of our favorite Mario characters and their Rabbid counterparts, as well as introduced us to some new faces to the crossover. Each of the nine heroes in the game work together to stop Cursa from absorbing the energy from the Sparks, a Luma-Rabbid hybrid.

]]> Wed, 26 Oct 2022 15:30:14 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-all-playable-heroes-ranked/ We’re currently standing on the edge of 2022’s big release season. After some mid-year delays left the calendar with several notable gaps, we’re now locked into a triple-A gauntlet. With a few of those big games now out of the gate (Mario + Rabbids, Gotham Knights), time is running out to get your games of 2022 in before the end of the year. Time will only get shorter when God of War Ragnarok arrives as the headline act. Mario + Rabbids is already being swept away, but it deserves a lot more love.

]]> Mon, 24 Oct 2022 20:00:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope-new-ideal-xcom-entry-point/ Most people were skeptical when it was rumored that a crossover between Ubisoft's Rabbids and Mario was in the works. However, Mario + Rabbids has proven to be an excellent tactical RPG series that leans into the zaniness between its two series.

]]> Sun, 23 Oct 2022 15:30:13 GMT https://www.thegamer.com/games-to-play-like-mario-rabbids-sparks-of-hope/