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. powL
    Jul 14, 2018
    10
    Cute little game, perfectly made for handheld. Controls are good, no slowdowns. Technically solid. Imho it has much charm and very high quality. What i dont get is why people think this would be different game, just because its on Switch now...and downrate it on that. So i ask: did you cry when an old movie was redone/changed just for a new medium? I guess not...
    Since im playing 1p and    Cute little game, perfectly made for handheld. Controls are good, no slowdowns. Technically solid. Imho it has much charm and very high quality. What i dont get is why people think this would be different game, just because its on Switch now...and downrate it on that. So i ask: did you cry when an old movie was redone/changed just for a new medium? I guess not...
    Since im playing 1p and on handheld, this is my rating for excatly that.    … Expand
  2. Skruffee
    Jul 14, 2018
    10
    I'd originally played this on Wii U. The levels are fun to play through, and there is a great variety of stages to work through, so it was an easy enough decision to get this again. No one is forcing a person to re-buy a port so I don't really see why some people get so upset when they do so.

    Perhaps a 3rd book would have been a welcome addition to add into this port but there is enough    I'd originally played this on Wii U. The levels are fun to play through, and there is a great variety of stages to work through, so it was an easy enough decision to get this again. No one is forcing a person to re-buy a port so I don't really see why some people get so upset when they do so.

    Perhaps a 3rd book would have been a welcome addition to add into this port but there is enough variety and number of stages that lack of new content shouldn't be much of a deal breaker, perhaps we can hold out hope that they will offer DLC in form of a 3rd book or make a sequel in future, for now we can enjoy the Mario Odyssey themed level additions. its about 40% less than the cost of most other titles on Switch. This game was never offered as a full priced title even back when it was on Wii U and for the cost of the game I'd say you get a decent amount of content included for what you are spending on the game.

    I'd recommend playing this game either with a pro-controller or handheld, since controlling the camera with the second joy-con can be awkward given its placement, and the amount of camera adjusting you'll do in this game. Using the gyroscope sensor to manipulate the puzzle aspects of each level was an easy enough work around since we no longer have a touch pad in docked mode.    … Expand
  3. captaint
    Oct 12, 2018
    10
    I just can't believe Captain Toad only got 8 here....I will give 100 for it's really surprisingly percet level design.
  4. Danniet78
    Sep 17, 2018
    10
    Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker is a very nice, well thought unique game. A must buy for everyone loving puzzle games. Mind that this it the Wii U version with some extra levels. In my opinion very strange to downvote a game just because its at 3 different systems (3DS, WiiU, Switch)
  5. domcosreviews
    Jan 12, 2019
    10
    This game is really fun. It does not change that much from the Wii U game, but the extra content is amazing. The mechanics used in this game are great since you can't jump but their are other ways to get around. I definitely recommend buying this game.
  6. 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
  7. 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
  8. Cleberfds
    Nov 5, 2020
    10
    The game is beautiful! Best performance on hands...
    Moderate challenge for any players.
  9. 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!
  10. 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
  11. 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.
  12. JACOBJB
    Nov 24, 2021
    10
  13. JACOBJAKE
    Nov 26, 2021
    10
  14. 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.
  15. sscott0829tw
    Jul 15, 2018
    9
    This game is unique and fun at the same time. The puzzles are challenging and engaging. Though I hope there are more Super Mario Odyssey levels. You never seen a game like this before, and Nintendo did a phenomenal job on this game.
  16. abhijeetgaiha
    Jul 20, 2018
    9
    The game is so much fun. The level design is varied and beautiful. The game mechanics are simple but the designers have done so much with the simple building blocks. It's amazing how much is packed into each tiny level.
  17. seb70
    Aug 1, 2018
    9
    Great game, i did'nt play on the wii u, but on switch i realy like this game, simple control, great puzzle challenge, the hidden toad mode is fun and you must explore all the level to find him.
  18. Jax360
    Jun 13, 2019
    9
    Presentation. 9/10
    Graphics TV. 9.6/10
    Graphics Handheld. 9/10
    Music. 8.5/10
    Controls. 9.8/10
    Fun-factor. 8.6/10
    Score. 8.7/10
  19. Olicomix
    Jan 2, 2019
    9
    While the smaller than usual length may put off some at first, the adorable art style, great visuals, addictive gameplay, good music, great level design, and excellent premise makes this one of the best spin-offs ever made by Nintendo.
  20. Beano12
    Nov 16, 2018
    9
    A hidden gem, you just have to play it for yourself. It’s cheap, and it has just enough content.
  21. itsmooisees
    Sep 1, 2019
    9
    Un plataformas típico de Nintendo con un toque simpático del Capitán Toad junto a Toadette. Han metido actualizaciones que hacen mucho más disfrutable el juego como el modo cooperativo o la realidad virtual. El juego en sí no es muy largo, pero si te dedicas a coleccionar los 3 diamantes y a hacer la misión de cada nivel, da para mucho.
  22. Skrimpy
    Mar 31, 2019
    9
    Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker just brings a smile to my face. There is nothing else like it. It's fun, slow-paced but thoughtful, 3-D puzzle platforming at it's best. Nintendo delivers once again. My only complaint is that the motion control target eye could be smoother and work better. Other than that, this game gets a big thumbs up from me.
  23. rireefrif
    May 8, 2020
    9
    simple and wholesome game! my only complain is that it could be a little annoying trying to see where toad is going since everything is so small, but other than that, this game is simply fun to play :D
  24. ekixbrass
    Apr 29, 2020
    9
    Game looks good and there are always different puzzles that are challenging, fun, and engaging! This may be a port, but there is a bonus book which has puzzles based off of scenes from Super Mario Odyssey which is really neat. I dislike that the books have the same story line where Toad gets stolen then Toadette and back to Toad. It is just a repetitive storyline. But other than that, thisGame looks good and there are always different puzzles that are challenging, fun, and engaging! This may be a port, but there is a bonus book which has puzzles based off of scenes from Super Mario Odyssey which is really neat. I dislike that the books have the same story line where Toad gets stolen then Toadette and back to Toad. It is just a repetitive storyline. But other than that, this game is amazing and cute. Mario games never fail to make me smile and be happy.… Expand
  25. 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
  26. 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.
  27. gietergeit
    May 15, 2023
    9
    it is a really cute and good puzzle game. it has good game design and the characters are charming
  28. bulger_paul
    Aug 8, 2018
    8
    Mario games have this way of legitimately making me smile. And by smile, I don’t mean a metaphorical smile, like his games simply make me happy, I mean I actually find myself grinning like an idiot. Though I’m mainly referring to the main line Mario games like Odyssey and Galaxy, and most of the Paper Mario games. Their wholesomeness and charm never fail to make me feel like a childMario games have this way of legitimately making me smile. And by smile, I don’t mean a metaphorical smile, like his games simply make me happy, I mean I actually find myself grinning like an idiot. Though I’m mainly referring to the main line Mario games like Odyssey and Galaxy, and most of the Paper Mario games. Their wholesomeness and charm never fail to make me feel like a child again.

    Captain Toad is the first sideline Mario game to produce that same, childlike happy feeling in me. It’s infinitely satisfying to guide the adorable little pairing of Toad and Toadette through a series of perils to get to each and every star, and that happy dance they make when you do always have me a warm little happy feeling.

    This game has great puzzle design, and I had tremendous fun discovering each and every new level, but I gave this an 8 because there isn't much replay value, the controls are awkward on the levels where you're running across platforms instead of solving puzzles, sometimes the camera feels awkward, and the narrative doesn't really give you anything. To extrapolate on that last point, I know Mario narratives are traditionally simple: Bowser kidnaps princess to marry her because Bowser wants to be king, or whatever reasons Nintendo happens to give him for that game, but at least there's usually just enough there to explain why you're running through the stages and collecting stuff, but Captain Toad doesn't even give you the bare minimum. There's a bird, the bird kidnaps Toadette and steals a star for reasons, and there are other stars, and you're collecting stars because you're a Treasure Tracker I guess judging by the title of the game, and you collect them arbitrarily on your way to save Toadette from the bird (spoiler?: and this reapeats itself in the second episode, where the bird kidnaps Toad, and you play as Toadette traveling to save Toad, and then there's a third episode where you alternate between Toad and Toadette trying to find each other after getting separated again). I mean, in previous games you're usually collecting stars to power something that will get you somewhere or allow you to go somewhere, and it's never the important part of the game, but it does at least motivate the action of the game and give you a reason to be exploring the brilliantly designed levels. This time around, you're just doing it for the sake of doing it. And that's not bad at all. I still had tremendous fun with this game. But I still do wish there was just a little more there.

    Anyways, I loved Treasure Tracker, it's adorable, infinitely charming, and smartly designed.    … Expand
  29. curzon_dax
    May 12, 2019
    8
    Pretty good for a puzzle game. Difficulty isn't enormous, but neither is it too easy, a relatively good balance.
  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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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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