Plus a new stadium and some gear
The first free update forMario Strikers: Battle Leaguearrives this week. It’s bolstering the cast with some classic Mario characters, and also adding some new gear and stadiums to mix up the action on the field.
Daisy and Shy Guy both join theMario Strikers: Battle Leagueroster on July 22, as part of the game’s free update. Also included in the update is Knight Gear, a set of gear that focuses on shooting and strength, and the Desert Rain Stadium.
Daisy is a Technique-type player who’s difficult to knock down. Shy Guy, meanwhile, is an all-rounder. Personally, I just really dig Shy Guy’s special shot. He basically turns himself into a bullet and launches himself at the ball, and it’s fantastic.
More Mario sports
It looks likeMario Strikers: Battle Leaguewill carry on the usual model for Mario sports games on the Switch. BothMario Tennis AcesandMario Golf: Super Rushgot a series of updates post-launch, adding characters and more options to the action. They were also free updates, which is a nice alternative to a DLC drip-feed.
It feels likeMario Strikers: Battle Leagueis destined for a similar lifespan to those games. I do hope some of the post-launch content eventually addresses the lack of solo options noted inour reviewofBattle League. As much fun as beating your friends at Mario soccer is, having something to do on the road is nice too.
As for the character choices so far, Daisy and Shy Guy seem like fun additions. My petition: get some wild, out-there picks in theMario Strikersroster. You just know Wiggler would be a wild addition to the lineup. Maybe even a guest character?
