e3 2012
New Super Mario Bros. 2 Release Date Announced
Update: If you'd like to see more New Super Mario Bros. 2, check out these newly released screens and a trailer.
Original Story: Nintendo’s next 2D handheld Mario foray will release in August.
The 3DS version of the game will be completely different from the Wii U Mario Bros. and will focus on collecting gold coins.
The game will be available this year on August 19.

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