Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker

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7.9

Generally favorable reviews- based on 280 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 208 out of 280
  2. Mixed: 48 out of 280
  3. Negative: 24 out of 280
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  1. sideshownate
    Aug 13, 2023
    7
    Charming and overall fun. The game can be a little repetitive, especially when bosses are the same
  2. gietergeit
    May 15, 2023
    9
    it is a really cute and good puzzle game. it has good game design and the characters are charming
  3. sloomo
    Dec 13, 2022
    10
    This game is a gem. It’s fun and accessible. It’s also an excellent pick-up-and-play game. Highly recommend.
  4. DoktarioMyst
    Oct 14, 2022
    8
    +/- ze hebben de 3D world levels vervangen met levels gebaseerd op Odyssey

    + de game heeft stealth gameplay - de baas is altijd dezelfde vogel. de draak is gewoon een stage hazard + de game heeft "Star Coins", achievements en hidden toads - ik vind de hidden toads overbodig. het is gewoon hide seek + de bonus levels zijn tof en uitdagend conclusie: deze game moet je    +/- ze hebben de 3D world levels vervangen met levels gebaseerd op Odyssey

    + de game heeft stealth gameplay

    - de baas is altijd dezelfde vogel. de draak is gewoon een stage hazard

    + de game heeft "Star Coins", achievements en hidden toads

    - ik vind de hidden toads overbodig. het is gewoon hide seek

    + de bonus levels zijn tof en uitdagend

    conclusie:
    deze game moet je zeker geprobeerd hebben. Ik wil echt meer van deze serie zien    … Expand
  5. NicoCube118
    Sep 6, 2022
    8
    Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker is a cute little puzzle game. Each level is fun, individual and offers a little challenge. One point of criticism, however, is the implementation of the touch elements, which makes you realize that the game is actually a Wii U game. Otherwise, the game is great!
  6. LeifLInden
    Jun 20, 2022
    10
    A collection of fun inventive puzzles with colourful and polished graphics and a cute story make this an instant classic. The diorama style levels make this perfect for handheld play, each with interesting mechanics and secrets to discover. At a lower price than most Nintendo games this game delivers a lot of value with some great DLC offering even more levels.
  7. jiuzh
    Apr 11, 2022
    8
    It's a very cute game with a lot of charm. The graphics are also very good for a Switch game. The designs and enemies from Mario 3D World and Odyssey are incorporated very well. I like that it's not just as easy as its childish design suggests, but also has hard challenges for those who want to face them. On the other side, I'd wish for more variety regarding the music. Other than the mainIt's a very cute game with a lot of charm. The graphics are also very good for a Switch game. The designs and enemies from Mario 3D World and Odyssey are incorporated very well. I like that it's not just as easy as its childish design suggests, but also has hard challenges for those who want to face them. On the other side, I'd wish for more variety regarding the music. Other than the main theme and music from other Mario games, there's no memorable tune.… Expand
  8. Fireyoshi779
    Apr 8, 2022
    8
    Its a good puzzle game and isn't to easy or hard,i recommend this game if your looking for a puzzle game on the switch,it's a pretty good puzzle game for 40$ on the switch.
  9. bowsers2
    Apr 2, 2022
    3
    Completely boring brain dead for adults “puzzle” game, and a game that ISN’T really a puzzle game because minor exploration is all you need to do to clear every “puzzle” level.
    And a fraction more exploration is all you need to gather the 3 diamond optional requirements.
    There’s virtually no intelligence of thought required if you’re above 8 years old to finish this game. So that    Completely boring brain dead for adults “puzzle” game, and a game that ISN’T really a puzzle game because minor exploration is all you need to do to clear every “puzzle” level.
    And a fraction more exploration is all you need to gather the 3 diamond optional requirements.

    There’s virtually no intelligence of thought required if you’re above 8 years old to finish this game. So that disqualifies it as a though-necessary “puzzle” game.

    Nintendo cultists once again overhyping Nintendo games, thus insuring we keep getting this mediocrity.    … Expand
  10. JanembaFreak
    Aug 12, 2021
    9
    An absolutely lovely little puzzle game that anyone can enjoy. Every level is its own little world, meticulously crafted by the developers, reminiscent of a little terrarium. I find myself coming back to this game regularly when I want to relax and work a simple puzzle or two before bed. Perfect for cozy nights inside with blankets and a cup of tea.
  11. Lil_Caucasian
    Jan 29, 2022
    7
    Fun game, but ultimately short and kind of forgettable. The new content isn't anything to write home about either.
  12. Toffeltrasa
    Jan 15, 2022
    7
    One of the best Mario Spinoffs I've played. It's very fun, but it's a shame you can beat it so fast.
  13. Adasc2906
    Jan 2, 2022
    8
    This is just a nice little game. I love the tone, the visuals, the levels (especially the minecart ones and the odyssey ones) and basically everything.
  14. JACOBJAKE
    Nov 26, 2021
    10
  15. JACOBJB
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
  16. bennyp
    Oct 17, 2021
    3
    Fun, relaxing game. Works well with a younger co-op partner. One unforgivable issue with the game is that the on-screen prompt displayed when using the wheel/crank frequently obstructs your view completely. This usually occurs at difficult spots like during the dragon levels, which are already hard to orient yourself.
  17. JAG7
    Jun 28, 2021
    10
    Absolutely amazing!! Everything is superb from the detail graphics to the music score. Did all the platforms 100% and love everything. Highly recommended
  18. HeavyMachineGon
    Apr 3, 2021
    8
    奇诺比奥队长终于当了一把主角，体验马力欧拯救公主（奇诺比珂）的故事。游戏的本质还是解密，几十个小地图，每个都比较短，难度基本都还好，有少数几个关卡打到皇冠还挺难。总体感觉这个游戏是为了奥德赛而准备、甚至可以说是被奥德赛淘汰了的关卡？关卡还是好玩，有的关卡的设计还是可以让人惊讶的。
    奇诺比奥和奇诺比珂两蘑菇没有任何特殊能力，既不能像马力欧那样跳跃、也不能像路易吉那样有好的装备。两只蘑菇只能加速跑、拔出物体和打开关闭头上的探照灯，这在游戏的玩法上少了很多乐趣。
    在剧情上也太无语了，一共三个章节，先是奇诺比奥救奇诺比珂，然后反过来，然后两只蘑菇同心协力，连过场动画很多都一样。 最后还有一个奖励章节，有致敬奥德赛的地图，还有一些是前三章的地图但是换了一种玩法。我玩到奖励章节就没有再玩了。    奇诺比奥队长终于当了一把主角，体验马力欧拯救公主（奇诺比珂）的故事。游戏的本质还是解密，几十个小地图，每个都比较短，难度基本都还好，有少数几个关卡打到皇冠还挺难。总体感觉这个游戏是为了奥德赛而准备、甚至可以说是被奥德赛淘汰了的关卡？关卡还是好玩，有的关卡的设计还是可以让人惊讶的。
    奇诺比奥和奇诺比珂两蘑菇没有任何特殊能力，既不能像马力欧那样跳跃、也不能像路易吉那样有好的装备。两只蘑菇只能加速跑、拔出物体和打开关闭头上的探照灯，这在游戏的玩法上少了很多乐趣。
    在剧情上也太无语了，一共三个章节，先是奇诺比奥救奇诺比珂，然后反过来，然后两只蘑菇同心协力，连过场动画很多都一样。
    最后还有一个奖励章节，有致敬奥德赛的地图，还有一些是前三章的地图但是换了一种玩法。我玩到奖励章节就没有再玩了。
  19. sergio123456
    Mar 10, 2021
    7
    Juego bastante entretenido, que cuenta con una gran cantidad de niveles, tiene una dificultad baja por lo que lo puede disfrutar todo el mundo.
  20. Beeg_Aristotle
    Mar 7, 2021
    9
    I use a different score system than MetaCritic, My Score For each game is different, I rank on a scale of 1-11, and 6 is an average game, I would give this game an 8 out of 11, but due to others reviews on this site, with people giving games 0 I'll up it to a 9 out of 10. Anyways, this game is really fun, it's short but I loved my time playing this game, Toad may not be a character thatI use a different score system than MetaCritic, My Score For each game is different, I rank on a scale of 1-11, and 6 is an average game, I would give this game an 8 out of 11, but due to others reviews on this site, with people giving games 0 I'll up it to a 9 out of 10. Anyways, this game is really fun, it's short but I loved my time playing this game, Toad may not be a character that comes to mind when you think of a 3d mario experience, he's slow and he can't jump but this game compensates for that with it's truly incredible level design. I really love this game.… Expand
  21. Denvers
    Mar 4, 2021
    5
    Captain Toad: Treassure Tracker is quite a mediocre game - that falls short of the Nintendo 'seal of quality' we have come to expect from the company. Levels start out creative and fresh, but eventually turn to repetition and monotony. The puzzles are simple to figure out and execute yet lack the charm they need to make the game interesting. This game isn't bad, but I certainly wouldn'tCaptain Toad: Treassure Tracker is quite a mediocre game - that falls short of the Nintendo 'seal of quality' we have come to expect from the company. Levels start out creative and fresh, but eventually turn to repetition and monotony. The puzzles are simple to figure out and execute yet lack the charm they need to make the game interesting. This game isn't bad, but I certainly wouldn't call it good.… Expand
  22. Crayner
    Feb 1, 2021
    10
    I enjoyed this so much on the Wii U that i bought it again on the Switch. It's just a beautiful, well crafted game that highlights what Nintendo does best. It might not be everyone's cup of tea, but i was sold. Twice!
  23. ResetButton
    Dec 21, 2020
    6
    I want to like this game more. It’s charming, just really repetitive, not challenging and lacks variety.
  24. Cleberfds
    Nov 5, 2020
    10
    The game is beautiful! Best performance on hands...
    Moderate challenge for any players.
  25. MagicMikey
    Aug 23, 2020
    7
    cute little handheld game. very relaxing and fun to play. the dlc they added was pretty sick. it's a little repetitive but that's not necessarily a bad thing if you love the puzzles
  26. pacomantu
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Me encanta este juego. Es precioso, relajante y divertido. Uno de mis favoritos de todos los tiempos. Capitán Toad y Toadette, sois geniales :D
  27. Gastly67
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Otro muy buen juego de la Nnitendo Switch, divertidisimo y adictivo, si jugaron el de WIIU in duda jugarlo en switch es muy buena idea por su contenido extra
  28. SirSoil
    Jun 13, 2020
    8
    Captain Toad Treasure Tracker is an engaging puzzle game with good level design that has both fun gameplay and is charming all the way. The story is simple and its repeated in different ways in every episode, there is 3 Episodes with some bonuses they all share a good amount of levels over 70+ to be exact. All the levels are surprisingly unique some better than others, however completing aCaptain Toad Treasure Tracker is an engaging puzzle game with good level design that has both fun gameplay and is charming all the way. The story is simple and its repeated in different ways in every episode, there is 3 Episodes with some bonuses they all share a good amount of levels over 70+ to be exact. All the levels are surprisingly unique some better than others, however completing a level 100% isn’t worth it unfortunately there is no reward and the only reward you get is if you beat a very hard level which is locked behind other hard levels kinda baffling for a collective puzzle game. Even if that is the case the game has many unique level design choices that it makes you smile of how creative some levels can be, the soundtrack is supportive as well. Captain Toad Treasure Tracker is a unique puzzle game that keeps giving new ideas each time you play a level, the charm is always there and it always keeps the game alive, I just wish if completing the levels 100% would have a better rewarding outcome. (Good 3/5) Give It A Try!… Expand
  29. CrispCicada
    May 27, 2020
    8
    Captain Toad; Treasure Tracker is a fun puzzle game worth trying. In terms of gameplay, this game is really fun and brings up a neat concept. You can not jump whatsoever, which can lead to interesting levels. This game's level design is superb. I love the ideas and the use of the touchscreen and gyro controls can be really awesome. This game's main campaign is pretty darn short, but theCaptain Toad; Treasure Tracker is a fun puzzle game worth trying. In terms of gameplay, this game is really fun and brings up a neat concept. You can not jump whatsoever, which can lead to interesting levels. This game's level design is superb. I love the ideas and the use of the touchscreen and gyro controls can be really awesome. This game's main campaign is pretty darn short, but the run was quite fun. There's quite a bit of extra content to go around like collecting green stars or finding pixel Toads. This is completely optional and is great for dedicated fans. This game has a co-op mode. It actually can be really fun if you have a friend over. I remember pushing my friend off the maps with the touchscreen blocks. This game's music is mostly taken from 3D world, which has a great soundtrack. In conclusion, Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker is a simplistic yet fun puzzle game that a load of casual players can easily enjoy. Have a lovely day/night, folks!… Expand
  30. guiletheguiles
    May 12, 2020
    8
    Cute and charming all the way through!
    This game is unique in many ways. I'm not a puzzle guy, but this game takes it to another level and just makes almost every puzzle GOOD! Even the easiest, short or hard ones, everything is so charismatic that the "AHA" moments, whether silly or challenging, are very satisfaying.
    Soundtrack is nice, albeit repetitive, but it packs a few cozy and    Cute and charming all the way through!
    This game is unique in many ways. I'm not a puzzle guy, but this game takes it to another level and just makes almost every puzzle GOOD! Even the easiest, short or hard ones, everything is so charismatic that the "AHA" moments, whether silly or challenging, are very satisfaying.

    Soundtrack is nice, albeit repetitive, but it packs a few cozy and entertaining songs. Sound design goes without saying, since Nintendo always knocks it out of the park on this aspect. Graphics feel "comfortable" and safe, waving from deliciously built levels and some very simple moments, that warmed my heart.

    Still, there are a few things to dislike here. The camera, although mostly 'ok', can become a pain. Controls can feel a little bit stiff, sometimes. Some levels are unnecessarily "big" and this Switch version, overall, might just outstay its welcome. "Boo" levels seem to always drop the ball and the "special" and "bonus" levels lack the variety and creativity from regular chapters. Also, the game is way better when played by couch co-op, since a few stages feel like they were exclusively built for it.

    But the bad aspects of this game does not outweighs the good ones. This is a very accessible, well-crafted and beautifully designed product. It may not be perfect or super creative all the way through, but it's totally worth it.    … Expand
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#71 Best Switch Game of 2018
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#24 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2018
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Metascore
82

Generally favorable reviews - based on 66 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 59 out of 66
  2. Mixed: 7 out of 66
  3. Negative: 0 out of 66
  1. CD-Action
    Oct 25, 2018
    80
    Main principles of all 80 levels are similar, but thanks to dozens of ideas introduced to spice up the gameplay there is no room for boredom in Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker. [09/2018, p.65]
  2. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Sep 5, 2018
    75
    Worth playing if you missed it in 2014, but this Switch port is disappointing and not its best version. [Issue #35 – September/October 2018, p. 62]
  3. Nintendojo
    Aug 10, 2018
    91
    Overall, Treasure Tracker is a real gem of a game. It’s also beautiful; I was stunned by it on Wii U, but the visuals have only gotten better on Switch. It’s bright, cheery, and wildly creative from an aesthetic standpoint. Each stage is like a diorama, making the game feel like the player is interacting with toys, rather than lines of code. The soundtrack isn’t especially varied, likely because most stages don’t require a lot of time to beat, but I’d have appreciated a few more tracks to spice things up.
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