There are some things that bring me back to my own childhood and Yoshi is one of them. I still vividly recall renting a game as a child and running home, so eager to play.
Nintendo of Canada sent my girls the new Yoshi’s New Island for Nintendo 3DS and that feeling of nostalgia came flooding back. I smiled as they got so excited to dive into this new game featuring the beloved dino.
While the game says it’s for ages 7+, my twins at 5 adore playing Yoshi’s New Island and this makes it a top contender from the get-go, since all 3 of my kids and their friends can play.
In this new game, Yoshi goes through 6 different worlds. The mission is to get collectibles, find new paths and secrets with the Mega Eggdozer, to reunite Baby Mario with his kidnapped brother.
If you ask my twins why they love Yoshi’s New Island so much you’ll get a, “because he can fly and I like that“. Yet, at 5 years old, I’ve seen how hard it is for this age to master flying with some games. Making it easier for the little ones, there’s Flutter Wings, which let Yoshi fly through the air.
This makes it a lot easier for them to complete the game and go onto the next level. It eases the frustration and makes it more fun for them.
FEATURES:
• Discover a new island containing six worlds to explore, from slippery snow slopes to watery wonderlands – each filled with creative platforming challenges, rambunctious enemies and a ton of collectibles.
• Use Mega and Metal Eggdozers to find secrets and open up new areas. Launch a Mega Eggdozer to plow through the environment, or skillfully use the heavy Metal Eggdozer to roll over enemies or explore underwater areas.
• Watch Yoshi transform into different vehicles, including a helicopter, submarine and mine cart. All vehicles can be controlled using the gyroscopic controls of the Nintendo 3DS system.
• When Yoshi acquires a certain type of Star in some stages, he can power up and become “Super Yoshi.” He’ll fly like a shooting star through the sky or temporarily be able to run along walls and ceilings.
• Battle larger-than-life bosses and solve challenging puzzles using Yoshi’s egg-throwing and flutter-jumping skills.
• Team up with a friend in the two-player mini-game cooperative challenge mode. Experience this mode with only one cartridge using Download Play, or connect via local wireless. (Additional Nintendo 3DS systems are required for multiplayer mode and are sold separately.)
Just released on March 14 for an SRP of $39.99 here in Canada, here is a list of Canadian retailers that carry Yoshi’s New Island.
Disclosure: I received product to facilitate this review, all opinions are my own.
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Amy Desrosiers says
04/04/2014 at 6:52 amYoshi’s Island was my all time favorite game as a child!! I would love for my kids to experience it too!
Jennifer S says
04/04/2014 at 8:10 amI just had a serious childhood flashback. Yoshi was my favorite!!! Looks like a super cute game!
Stacey @ Cheap is the New Classy says
04/04/2014 at 9:02 amMy niece has a Nintendo 3DS – I’ll have to check this out for her!
Nicole B says
04/04/2014 at 9:10 amWe love Yoshi, too! It’s nice to have fun games just in time for road trips and travel this summer.
renee says
04/04/2014 at 12:15 pmnice, my girls would love this! looks like a good game.
Amber says
04/04/2014 at 12:35 pmOh my goodness, my kids would absolutely LOVE this game! They love Yoshi and seriously love their handheld games.
Keikilani says
04/04/2014 at 1:37 pmI just loved Mario bros when I was little. I love introducing my boys to what I loved as a little kid.
Ellen Christian says
04/04/2014 at 1:39 pmThat does look like a fun game. Love the fun colors and pictures. I may need to play myself!
Debi says
04/04/2014 at 6:07 pmMy kids would love that. They love Yoshi
Lisa says
04/04/2014 at 6:47 pmI have been looking for one more thing to add to my little man’s Easter Basket. I haven’t gotten him a game in awhile so this is perfect!
Pam says
04/04/2014 at 7:15 pmWhat fun is this! My kids are big fans of Yoshi and the gang.
Mama to 5 BLessings says
04/04/2014 at 7:44 pmI know 2 boys that would love this game — my boys! Looks like alot of fun!
Catherine L. says
04/04/2014 at 8:06 pmYoshi’s Island looks like a fun game for summer road trips. I bet my nieces would enjoy playing it.
Brett says
04/04/2014 at 8:12 pmYoshi has always been my fave Nintendo character!! He rocks!
Kristin Wheeler (@MamaLuvsBooks) says
04/04/2014 at 8:28 pmLooks like a fun game my kids would like! I’ll have to check it out!
Michele says
04/04/2014 at 9:16 pmYoshi and the Mario characters were always my kids favorites. It looks like your kids had a great time playing.
Nancy @ Whispered Inspirations says
04/05/2014 at 1:06 amOhhhh, this is so cool. I loved Yoshi growing up, I’d love to show this to my girls!
Rosey says
04/05/2014 at 6:48 amMy son wants a DS. I’m willing, dad says nu-uh (insert tears, lol). I want to play Yoshi’s New Island!! Yep, I said, ‘I.’ haha Pretty sure my little one would love it too. 😉
kathy downey says
04/05/2014 at 9:11 ammy grandkids would LOVE this game
Nicole W. says
04/05/2014 at 11:11 amI used to love Yoshi too! How fun that he’s back!
Onica {MommyFactor} says
04/05/2014 at 6:11 pmWe have this game and my son really enjoys playing. It’s so fun.
Melanie a/k/a CrazyMom says
04/05/2014 at 7:27 pmOMG.. Yoshi.. that’s a flash back.. Sooo excited that he’s BACK.. loved the games.. thanks for sharing, will have to look for this one for the kids.. soo excited
Danielle says
04/07/2014 at 3:14 pmI remember this when I was a kid with Yoshi, such a great game!
Chandra Christine O'Connor says
04/07/2014 at 3:43 pmI have no finger coordination for those hand held games.
Stephanie LaPlante says
04/07/2014 at 9:03 pmI totally loved Yoshi games growing up! Oh the memories.
Debbie W says
04/08/2014 at 6:54 amThis is right up my daughter’s alley. I’m surprised she hasn’t hinted at it.