I have played every Mario platformer to date. I have to say I actually like the linear play of Galaxy 1+2 compaired to Sunshine and Mario64. I myself like the pace of Galaxy compared to Sunshine or Mario64. You start a level you know what your doing so you can sit back and enjoy the platforming action, way faster paced then Mario64 where you spent alot of the game figuring out where to go.
The only downside is Galaxy 1+2 both are beaten way quicker, but I remember giving up alot on the 64 and with Sunshine I just didn't like having to go around and find the different stars. Also as I believe Smeages said every level in Galaxy 1+2 are essentially different levels set in the same setting. This adds far more value to me as a consumer where as in the past games you would have to go back to the same level four or five times.
I really wouldn't mind seeing a Legend Of Zelda style Mario. But to be honest I like quick platformers, where you rush to complete an objective. Sonic and Mario are too of my favorite franchises.
-JC7
"In God We Trust - In Games We Play " - Joel Reimer
