The game plays from a 2D side-scrolling perspective across 8 worlds. Peach can run, jump, attack, and use her parasol. The key system is her four emotions—Joy, Rage, Gloom, and Calm—each granting different abilities such as higher jumps, fire attacks, plant growth, or other situational effects. Players progress through stages filled with platforms, hazards, enemies, collectibles, and bosses, using the correct emotion at the right time to advance.

Princess Peach

The main character, who uses emotion powers to rescue Mario and Luigi from Vibe Island.

Mario

One of the captured heroes Peach must rescue.

Luigi

Captured alongside Mario and another important rescue target.

Bowser

The main antagonist who sets the rescue crisis in motion.

Learn when to switch emotions before difficult platforming sections: Joy helps with mobility, Rage is useful for clearing enemies, Gloom can trigger special environmental effects, and Calm is helpful in certain situations. Save health whenever possible before boss fights, and watch enemy patterns carefully before committing to attacks. Exploring for gems and items also makes later stages easier.

Tips and tricks

Use the emotion that best fits the obstacle instead of relying on normal jumps alone.

Tips and tricks

Clear nearby enemies before rushing through cramped platform sections.

Tips and tricks

If a puzzle or obstacle seems impossible, try a different emotion state first.

User Reviews

The emotion system gives the action-platform formula a refreshing twist.

User Reviews

Peach as the lead character makes the story premise memorable.

User Reviews

Fun stages and ideas, though some mechanics take time to master.