Honestly Super Mario Sunshine is the deepest Mario platformer. Each Shine Sprite has a story around it, and each world has its own story arc. The overall plot of the game isn't too detailed but its all the small stories in that game that proves that Mario can have a deep and interesting world.
Noki Bay is all about finding the source of the poison. Each Shine you get the solution gets closer, until you find the source, a giant eel with bad teeth!
Or Gelato Beach and the constant attempts to harm the Sand Bird egg. You defend it from constant attacks until it hatches and you get to ride said bird!
Noki Bay is all about finding the source of the poison. Each Shine you get the solution gets closer, until you find the source, a giant eel with bad teeth!
Or Gelato Beach and the constant attempts to harm the Sand Bird egg. You defend it from constant attacks until it hatches and you get to ride said bird!