'Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope' is a challenging strategy game that prioritises freedom and fun

Nintendo and Ubisoft are teaming up again, hoping to recreate the success of turn-based strategy game Mario + Rabbids: Kingdom Battle with sequel Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope. If my recent three-hour preview session is anything to go by, it's in with a good chance.

Mario + Rabbids: Sparks of Hope follows Mario, his friends,...