To me, Candy was not to bad. I think it just seems too kiddish, even for Nintendo. I think that is why everybody hates it. I bet that if the candy powers had been in a different form everyone would ADORE it. Does anyone remember...
1. Bit size candy (still awesome)
2. Springo candy (basically Magic Lamp except you go to players instead of the star.)
3. Thwomp candy (GREAT if used on a person if they are about to get a star and they have less than 40 coins.)
By the way what Candy COLOR is your favorite? Here is a guide (I got the definitions from the included guide):
Red: Twice, Thrice, Slowgo (impacts dice block)
Yellow: Bowlo, Weegly*, Bit Size (impact happens while you move)
Green: Springo, Vampire, Lightning (impacts before movement)
Blue: Thwomp, Duelo, Bullet, Bowser (makes massive impact while you move)
I like the green ones. They are all generally interesting.
*Where did they get such a silly name for this candy? How does Weegly make ANY sense?