OMG! Mario is kicking my balls! Soccer Balls that is... And he's got a mighty kick for such a little guy.
A few days ago, 3 of my friends and I decided to play a game against each other, 2 on 2, and wouldn't you know it, strikers was all I could think of. 3 Hours late we had transformed from passive aggressive n3rds into blood thirsty soccer hooligans, yelling profanity, throwing things, and having a great time. I was surprised no one hucked a chair at the screen.
This is a fun game overall. Just like Mario Kart, Mario Golf: Toadstool Tour, and super smash bros. Super Mario Strikers takes a genre you couldn't picture these characters in, and makes it fun and immersive. The controls take a really long time to get used to, but after about an hour or so your fingers become like a second pair of legs.
There are different "Cups" offering different difficulties. As you beat the easier ones you unlock the harder ones (Sound like any other Mario games?). You can also unlock new powerups and characters.
I've never liked soccer games. I found them stuffy, repetative and ultimately boring. But with the bright colors flashy lights and sweet multiplayer in super Mario strikers, I guess I'll make an exception.
(Slide Tackling is not only permitted, it's heavily encouraged.)