New Super Mario Bros

The level design in this game is just perfect for quick sessions on the DS — I can pick it up and put it down without losing track. The platforming feels tight and responsive, and the way Mario controls with the d-pad is spot-on. Definitely the most I've played a handheld game in years.

The touch-screen mini-games add a fun twist when I need a break from the classic platforming, and the dual-screen setup makes navigating those tricky castle levels feel seamless. Mario controls so smoothly on the DS that I keep coming back to replay old stages.

I’ve been playing through the platform levels on my DS during lunch breaks, and the controls feel so tight that I never miss a jump. The way each stage ramps up the challenge keeps me coming back for just one more try.