Surprising Collaboration: Acquire Studio Behind Mario & Luigi: Brothership Unveiled

The revelation concerning the developer behind Mario & Luigi: Brothership has taken the gaming community by surprise. Following the early physical release of the game, which is set to launch on November 7, details emerged highlighting the studio responsible for its creation.

As shared on a social platform, the intellectual property information indicates that Acquire, recognized for its acclaimed titles Octopath Traveler and its sequel, is at the helm of this new release for the Nintendo Switch. This unexpected announcement leaves many speculating about Nintendo’s decision to keep the co-developer's identity under wraps until now.

The response from gamers on social media has been overwhelmingly positive. One user remarked on the surprise factor, appreciating the studio’s reputation for crafting engaging RPGs, which few anticipated as a possibility for this title. Another echoed this sentiment, emphasizing the quality of games that Acquire has produced, aligning perfectly with the expectations for the Mario franchise.

Mario & Luigi: Brothership marks a significant comeback, being the first installment in nearly nine years after the original studio, Alpha Dream, faced bankruptcy in 2019. The gaming community had speculated about its successor, making this reveal even more noteworthy.

The adventure promises to feature the legendary brothers in a fresh platforming experience that includes turn-based combat, incorporating both side-scrolling and vertical gameplay as they navigate through various islands. Nintendo executive Shinya Takahashi described it as a "seafaring adventure," hinting at new and enhanced teamwork moves for Mario and Luigi.

Moreover, a preview of Mario & Luigi: Brothership conducted by a gaming publication earlier this month emphasized the game’s engaging nature. After an hour of gameplay, the managing editor praised it as a triumphant return for a cherished series, while noting that the combat mechanics felt refined and well-executed.