Bowser is, once again, a reluctant ally.

Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope isn’t a safe sequel

Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope is looking like a more interesting sequel than you may expect.

Coming out on October 20, the follow-up to Kingdom Battle adds some new characters — including Mario rival Bowser as a reluctant ally — along with new mechanics, including a less grid-based battle system.

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Mike Minotti

Mike Minotti has been with GamesBeat since 2012, starting as an intern. Based near Youngstown, Ohio, he now manages GamesBeat's editorial team. He's also a prolific podcaster, appearing on multiple shows covering the gaming industry.