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  1. Jun 14, 2022
    10
    This game Is my Favorite 3D Mario.Every part of the game Is enjoyable:Music,worlds and Gameplay all Amazing,Cappy Is fantastic for moving around like a Crazy Person (in a Good way).The moons might be repetitive but collecting them Is satisfying.
  2. Jun 13, 2022
    10
    This game is incredibly amazing, it has everything that makes a mario game good. And i also wanted to be the 6000 positive review
  3. Jun 12, 2022
    10
    Its a new evolution for mario games. It is a lot of fun for solo play, or co-op.
  4. Jun 9, 2022
    10
    This game is REALLY awesome. I don't see how people could give this absolute masterpiece a 0! Also, the soundtrack hits! I also really enjoyed the final boss! I currently have 722 power moons and I loved every bit of finding them!
  5. Jun 9, 2022
    10
    Visuals are beautiful, soundtrack is elegant, and worlds are expertly designed. Nintendo has made it their life's goal to make sure every player get their own experience in discovering the game. It makes the player feel great, and they get rewarded for secrets the developer didn't even think to be possible.
  6. Jun 9, 2022
    10
    After playing the legendary Zelda BOTW, Mario is like a heavenly dessert.

    My 2nd Journey on Switch and it's just "Mama Mia" All levels are well made and optimize which I love all of them, none of them were bad or least favorite to me. Mario Odyssey has crazy level design which I keep saying to myself "How did they make it like that?" Way too many new things, mechanic, feature that
    After playing the legendary Zelda BOTW, Mario is like a heavenly dessert.

    My 2nd Journey on Switch and it's just "Mama Mia"

    All levels are well made and optimize which I love all of them, none of them were bad or least favorite to me. Mario Odyssey has crazy level design which I keep saying to myself "How did they make it like that?" Way too many new things, mechanic, feature that will impress you from start to end and it's always fresh, not copy paste kind of thing. They also create numerous way for you to be creative in every level where that creativity will surely leads you to the moon with an unexpected way. Then, later you learn that the game provide you the proper way to get the moon but who cares? Odyssey encourage you to think outside the box and just be free.

    Cannot fully explain how good this game is where you need to try it yourself and just dive in the world of Odyssey. Pure fun, creativity and excitement from start to end.
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  7. Jun 7, 2022
    6
    This game felt pretty short and 'lightly' done -- which is good in a way, it doesn't overstay... but also felt pretty expensive for the time considering comparable games. I'm also not a huge fan of Switch controls, which feel like toys compared to the old consoles, and almost every difficult bit in this is down to.
  8. Jun 1, 2022
    8
    Интересная игра с классными механиками, но за свои деньги очень короткая. И сбор звёзд очень утомляет.
  9. May 29, 2022
    10
    Mario odyssey is a once in a lifetime game. a game you pick up, and don't put down. i would happily play this game 100 times over (though i do like trying other games too). unfortunately i lack the patience to get all 999 moons. though i wish i could
  10. May 27, 2022
    9
    Ah, the wonderful expedition! Seriously though, this game is amazing, the landscapes, the residents, the ending is all amzing! Pick up this game if you haven't! Hell, pick up a switch just for this game! There's a reason it won navgtrs's goty! The nitpick i have about this game is how expensive some of the costumes are, but its just a cosmetic. I don't need it!
  11. May 27, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love the mushroom kingdom and the fact that you can capture Bowser is amazing Expand
  12. May 24, 2022
    10
    This game was AMAZING to play, truly one of Nintendo's best switch games. I think what there is great, with amazing graphics (for a switch game), really fun world design, great bosses, fun gimmicks, and just an all-around great time. My only issue is I don't think it has as much replicability once you beat the final bosses and darker side. With other games like Mario Maker 2 or Mario kartThis game was AMAZING to play, truly one of Nintendo's best switch games. I think what there is great, with amazing graphics (for a switch game), really fun world design, great bosses, fun gimmicks, and just an all-around great time. My only issue is I don't think it has as much replicability once you beat the final bosses and darker side. With other games like Mario Maker 2 or Mario kart 8 deluxe, just have more ways of saying "come back for more" than this game. Overall, a great game and a 100% 10/10. Expand
  13. May 22, 2022
    10
    I loved playing through this game. It reminds me of the best of Mario 64 and Mario Galaxy.
  14. May 22, 2022
    10
    I tried to think of reasons not to give this game a 10, but couldn't think of any. Another masterpiece from Nintendo, a must-buy for Switch owners.
  15. May 22, 2022
    10
    This is my first take on a 3d Mario adventure and I must say that playing this game expanded my horizons in gaming. I enjoyed the gameplay a lot and by the time I finished it, I wanna challenge myself in getting all of the collectibles. After I finish this, I will consider playing the previous games of Mario with the same gameplay.
  16. May 20, 2022
    9
    Me regalaron este juego para navidad del 2021, ya desde antes tenía curiosidad por jugarlo, hoy hoy termine y puedo decir que este es un verdadero juegazo muchas etapas entretenidas, gráficos espectaculares, una jugabilidad muy sencilla, etapas algunas mas complicadas que otras pero con un poco de paciencia se puede resolver. Además agrega un matiz muy nostalgico de los clásicos juegos deMe regalaron este juego para navidad del 2021, ya desde antes tenía curiosidad por jugarlo, hoy hoy termine y puedo decir que este es un verdadero juegazo muchas etapas entretenidas, gráficos espectaculares, una jugabilidad muy sencilla, etapas algunas mas complicadas que otras pero con un poco de paciencia se puede resolver. Además agrega un matiz muy nostalgico de los clásicos juegos de los 80's y 90's de Mario Bros que en lo personal me fascinaron. Una banda sonora increíble que junto con los gráficos hacen que el juego sea una obra maestra de inicio a fin. Yo lo recomiendo 100% si no lo tienes has lo posible por adquirirlo.
    ☝️Si juegas Nintendo switch, switch oled o la switch lite ( el juego es 100% compatible) debes tener este juego si o si en tu colecciónde Nintendo. Saludos a todos
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  17. May 19, 2022
    7
    es un juego graficamente y artisticamente muy buenos para la consola en la que esta.
    la historia es simple pero no es mi queja tampoco por que en muchos juegos de mario que me gustan tambien tienen una historia simple.
    pero jugablemente me parecio un poco repetitivo y en alguinas partes aburrido
  18. May 18, 2022
    10
    This game was the main reason I bought the Nintendo Switch, it's a really good game
  19. May 18, 2022
    10
    This game is my favourite of all time. A great expirience and it came out at the right time
  20. May 17, 2022
    9
    Incredible game - a homage to Mario's history with creative and diverse worlds. I never got bored in my roughly 10-hour playthrough.
  21. May 14, 2022
    10
    Una obra mestra más de Nintendo. Mundos completos y muy cuidados. Historia similar a lo que ya estamos acostumbrados con un progreso entre mundos. Plataformeo de calidad y puzzles sencillos. Algunos jefes se hacen más fáciles que otros. Musical y graficamente increible. Muy recomendado.
  22. May 12, 2022
    10
    Super Mario Odyssey is a Fun/Super Cool Game.The Kingdoms are Cool. The Gameplay is Good. All is Good. Must Played!
  23. May 11, 2022
    10
    It's just a perfect Mario. It's long, fun, and never boring. Well, some moons are stupid, but it does not remove anything from this game. I never thought a Mario could surpass Galaxy, but it did.
  24. May 11, 2022
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Not a particularly excellent open world. There are some clever game system choices that add fluidity, but I wasn’t blown away by anything in particular. Certain abilities such as Cappy’s capture ability ended up becoming a crutch and became repetitive. It’s still a pretty great game, just for me wasn’t blown away. Expand
  25. May 8, 2022
    8
    Mario odyssey is a fun game which uses creative mechanic of Cappy. It’s really enjoyable as you collect moons to get on to the next stage, but this game is too short and it’s boring, hard and frustrating to collect all 999 moons.
  26. May 5, 2022
    9
    the best Mario game, and, if you ask me, the best 3D platformer collecthathon. it's only a 9 because of a few annoying moons, but it's more of a 9.6
  27. May 5, 2022
    10
    3D Mario games set the benchmark for the 3D platformer genre. Incredible level design and captivating gameplay make Mario Odyssey the best game of 2017.
  28. May 3, 2022
    6
    This game includes many good mechanics, but is not as good as it promised to be. Many moons that appear after you beat the game are very boring to get, and some easy. I think that Nintendo should have reduced the moons that appear after you complete the game.

    Also, the bosses are thrash and the Bowser battle is the worst in all Mario series (in my opinion). When I ended my play
    This game includes many good mechanics, but is not as good as it promised to be. Many moons that appear after you beat the game are very boring to get, and some easy. I think that Nintendo should have reduced the moons that appear after you complete the game.

    Also, the bosses are thrash and the Bowser battle is the worst in all Mario series (in my opinion).

    When I ended my play trough, I didn't feel anything. The plot is the same in barely all Mario games, and it can't make me feel anything, which is very important for any video-game in my opinion.
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  29. Apr 28, 2022
    9
    Es un buen juego de plataformas, tiene partes muy asequibles y otras complicadas para los que buscan un mayor reto y ser completistas, este mario me gustó mas que Sunshine.
  30. Apr 28, 2022
    10
    No game should be allowed to control as well as this masterpiece does. Then again, it’s a Mario game.
  31. Apr 26, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is my favorite Super Mario game. I got it on day one, and I am so glad. I did everything possible in the game. It really never gets boring because of how many different characters you can possess. This is truly Mario at his finest. Expand
  32. Apr 25, 2022
    10
    Just wow. The whole game was incredible and the ending with the music was one of the greatest tributes to Mario. Truly a masterpiece of gaming.
  33. Apr 23, 2022
    10
    This game is a work of art. I have 100% the game collecting all the 999 moons and all region coins as well as getting all achievements in Luigi"s balloon world and I had a blast doing all of it. the game feels rewarding and you can take it at your own pace and there is always stuff to do. I really promotes exploration and all the levels are so unique and interesting that you want to seeThis game is a work of art. I have 100% the game collecting all the 999 moons and all region coins as well as getting all achievements in Luigi"s balloon world and I had a blast doing all of it. the game feels rewarding and you can take it at your own pace and there is always stuff to do. I really promotes exploration and all the levels are so unique and interesting that you want to see it all. the capture mechanic is great Its so cool to be the enemies in the game I can be a GOOMBA :p, the game looks beautiful and feels even better the controls are great and mastering them is very fun going through the game I always tried to make hard jumps that aren't intended and it is very satisfying when you make them this is a master piece of a game and everyone should play it. 10/10 (masterpiece) Expand
  34. Apr 23, 2022
    0
    The game is incredible easy like easy for baby's plus it's 60$ a total scam when you can beat it in like 3 days it's from 2017 and Nintendo hasn't lowered the price if you want a good game sell your switch and get about anything else
  35. Apr 23, 2022
    9
    I really enjoyed the variety of the game, the smooth mechanics and also the music. There is so much to do, and so many different levels. It was just fun from beginning to end.
  36. Apr 22, 2022
    9
    Best 3D mario game to date, very fun and fluid movement that makes me pee my pants. My only criticism is that after beating the main story, the game gets quickly stale, and hunting for moons is a chore, and makes me aggressively poo my pants.

    ALSO THE PLANDEMIC AND THE MASKS LIKELY SUCKED OUT THE GAME DEVELOPERS BRAINS!
  37. Apr 20, 2022
    10
    Super Mario Odyssey was the first switch game I picked up and recently I decided to reboot it and start again. The graphics are superb, it holds a storyline that kept me captivated and contained a great blend of some easy, and some frustratingly (and excitedly) difficult levels to captivate even the non-completionists. I will admit I never really got into the motion controls, but evenSuper Mario Odyssey was the first switch game I picked up and recently I decided to reboot it and start again. The graphics are superb, it holds a storyline that kept me captivated and contained a great blend of some easy, and some frustratingly (and excitedly) difficult levels to captivate even the non-completionists. I will admit I never really got into the motion controls, but even without, I found it great to boot.

    I have a little over 30 hours for the main story line and some additional time poking around to find some additional stars. All in all, great value for money!
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  38. Apr 19, 2022
    10
    Qué decir de Mario Odyssey. Quizás no alcanza la perfección del mismo modo que Breath Of The Wild, quizás Mario 64 fue mejor, pero... ¿Qué hay mejor que volver a la infancia? Nintendo lo ha clavado con este juego, cuyo sistema es similar al ya mencionado juego de la N64, aunque bien es cierto que el trabajo artístico es espectacular, y que añade mecánicas muy interesantes que denotan muchoQué decir de Mario Odyssey. Quizás no alcanza la perfección del mismo modo que Breath Of The Wild, quizás Mario 64 fue mejor, pero... ¿Qué hay mejor que volver a la infancia? Nintendo lo ha clavado con este juego, cuyo sistema es similar al ya mencionado juego de la N64, aunque bien es cierto que el trabajo artístico es espectacular, y que añade mecánicas muy interesantes que denotan mucho trabajo y mimo. Por lo personal, he disfrutado cada mundo, cada tema, cada detalle de este juego, como si fueran únicos. El modo online es claramente mejorable, Mundoglobo es una pincelada de la cantidad de cosas que se podrían haber implementado, pero siendo sinceros: este juego vive por su modo un jugador. Apenas le dediqué una o dos horas a su modalidad en línea, pues no sentí la necesidad. Creo que invertí más horas en los geniales filtros para tus capturas de pantalla haciendo fotos de mi aventura, siendo sincero. Mario Odyssey es una joya nostálgica que aplica todo a las mil maravillas, sin duda es 100% recomendable. Expand
  39. Apr 15, 2022
    10
    This game is the best 3D platform we I’ve ever played I’m currently 100%ing it and the level design is great looking and the graphics look good
  40. Apr 14, 2022
    8
    This game is great. If you own a switch then this is a must have. My only drawback for this game is that while Cappy allows for some really cool movement, the game rarely uses it as a mechanic. Once you know how to do some tricks with Cappy the platforming sections become way easier.
  41. Apr 11, 2022
    10
    Martin A. - Mario does it again and brings the whole world this time.

    Super Mario Odyssey is beautiful, wonderful, masterpiece. The music, the view, the sheer nostalgia of pervious titles makes this not only a swan song but also a trip back to memory lane all while being it's own game to boot. I have nothing bad to say other than play it, please. This is a must own for Mario fans and
    Martin A. - Mario does it again and brings the whole world this time.

    Super Mario Odyssey is beautiful, wonderful, masterpiece. The music, the view, the sheer nostalgia of pervious titles makes this not only a swan song but also a trip back to memory lane all while being it's own game to boot. I have nothing bad to say other than play it, please.

    This is a must own for Mario fans and a must own for everyone else as well. So, here wo go, jump up with me, grab coins with me, oh yeah! 10 out of 10.
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  42. Apr 9, 2022
    10
    The levels are all so vibrant. The songs are amazing. The post game is really fin. I love the different outfits and the ending is great
  43. j90
    Apr 8, 2022
    10
    I never understood speedrunners. I do now. The game really encourages you to get crazy with your moveset.
  44. Apr 8, 2022
    10
    If you hate this game you are not human this game is really really fun with a stellar soundtrack and a charming (not original) story with so much content making this my second most played game ever and my favourite and by far the best game of all time and now I have a cappy hat irl from target 20 bucks 10 out of 10
  45. Apr 7, 2022
    9
    Super Mario Odyssey is an instant classic for Mario and Nintendo fans of all time. The Switch has shown time and time again that with the limitations it has, great games can come from the hybrid. Mario Odyssey is no exception. The game is a spectacular return to the 3D Mario formula that was established by 64 and expanded on by Sunshine.

    While graphics aren’t the most important thing in
    Super Mario Odyssey is an instant classic for Mario and Nintendo fans of all time. The Switch has shown time and time again that with the limitations it has, great games can come from the hybrid. Mario Odyssey is no exception. The game is a spectacular return to the 3D Mario formula that was established by 64 and expanded on by Sunshine.

    While graphics aren’t the most important thing in video games, thay do need to look good. Nintendo pulled off graphics that look both realistic and cartoony. Every single kingdom has its own themes and color palette that differentiates each kingdom. While every ‘bonus room’ looks very similar and simple, they don’t look too bland.

    The controls in Odyssey are fluid and an absolute dream to play with. Just jumping around as Mario is always entertaining, and crappy adds so many new movement options. Not even counting captures, Mario can move in so many new ways and they’re all fun.

    While the captures are fun, they do get stale after some time. It is fun to capture things and move around as them, but some are only used for a few things and the capture mechanic isn’t as fleshed out as i hoped it was. The new enemies are great as usual, but many fan favorites weren’t included.

    The story is basically the same as any other mainline Mario game, and while it gets the job done, I wish it was expanded on a little bit.

    The moons at first are very satisfying to get, but they do get tedious after a while. The ones just floating out in the open without any challenge and seem to only be there to bloat out the moon count are irritating.

    Overall, the game is great to play and control, but it does get bland and stale at times.
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  46. Apr 6, 2022
    10
    A very good reinvention of Super Mario. I hope there will be more of this. Difficulty is on a high level at some points though, and it annoys me that you not all Moons can be found from the start. Some will only appear after clearing the game og the world.
  47. Apr 2, 2022
    9
    This is one of the best Mario games I've ever played. I recommend it to anyone who hasn't played it.
  48. Apr 2, 2022
    10
    Mario's new odyssey was Super Mario Odyssey, a story with a good history that will go down in history as one of the best games of the Italian plumber
  49. Apr 2, 2022
    8
    i liked it. The controls are a bit hard to get used to at the start,however the game is more and more fun as you get through it!
  50. Apr 1, 2022
    9
    This game is great. I used to not like it that much because of it being more of a collecathon rather than a platformer. The more I play it, the more I like it and it's really fun to capture enemies as well as collect moons different ways.
  51. Mar 29, 2022
    9
    Einfach so ein knapper 3D-Platformer. Die schiere Bandbreite an flüssigen Bewegungen in diesem Spiel ist überwältigend und auch voller Inhalt, den man genießen kann.
  52. Mar 27, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Solo puedo dar las gracias a Nintendo por hacer un juego así. Una obra maestra de los videojuegos. Expand
  53. Mar 26, 2022
    8
    I despise Mario games. I only played this because, and I am being absolutely serious here, the city area is the closest thing to GTA available on the switch. However, despite my hate for all things Mario, this game did surprise me, with beautiful areas, and a bit of engaging gameplay. Personally it was a slog most of the time, so many collectables, and so much challenging platforming. ButI despise Mario games. I only played this because, and I am being absolutely serious here, the city area is the closest thing to GTA available on the switch. However, despite my hate for all things Mario, this game did surprise me, with beautiful areas, and a bit of engaging gameplay. Personally it was a slog most of the time, so many collectables, and so much challenging platforming. But I can't give it too low a score, because I knew what I was getting into when I bought it. Strongly strongly recommend for any Mario fans out there. Expand
  54. Mar 24, 2022
    10
    I think I just found the PERFECT 3D collect-a-thon platformer! Super Mario Odyssey did so much right! It's fun, it looks AMAZING, the music is awesome (of course, it's Nintendo we're talking about), and SO. MUCH. MORE!
    Go buy this game now. 10/10.
  55. Mar 23, 2022
    9
    Excellent Game. Such beautiful platforming in a tight and pretty game. I do wish there was a mode between "assist" and normal mode, because i spend a lot of time listless.... not knowing what to do. Every bit as good as mario 64. Truly a great game.
  56. Mar 21, 2022
    8
    Super Mario Odyssey takes what works with Mario Galaxy and Mario 64 and turn it into a very good game.
  57. Mar 20, 2022
    10
    What a Masterpiece of a game. This game to me is the apex of everything Mario and then some.

    For the longest time, I wanted a 3D sandbox-like Mario 64 sequel. Mario 64 was so good you couldn't just let it go and the potential was still there to expand the game. Nintendo took that potential and made a work of art in 2017. Mario Odyssey is simply the most game feeling game I've ever
    What a Masterpiece of a game. This game to me is the apex of everything Mario and then some.

    For the longest time, I wanted a 3D sandbox-like Mario 64 sequel. Mario 64 was so good you couldn't just let it go and the potential was still there to expand the game.

    Nintendo took that potential and made a work of art in 2017.

    Mario Odyssey is simply the most game feeling game I've ever really played. It's a feeling that not even a book or movie can replicate. It uses what makes video games unique and uses them so well.

    This will be a legendary masterpiece that people will still talk about for years to come. Yet another timeless Mario game like Mario World and Galaxy.
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  58. Mar 20, 2022
    10
    If you like mario64 then you will love this. Best Mario to date, worlds are amazing, controls are beautiful. This can only Nintendo achieve
  59. Mar 16, 2022
    10
    this is great. not much more to say. it's an extremely fun and at some points touching mario game
  60. Mar 15, 2022
    9
    Super Mario Odyssey proves to everyone that 3D platformers still have a spot in today's gaming landscape! The creativity on display is actually mind-blowing, So many unique and fun ideas just crammed into one title. The hat mechanic is so simple, so straightforward, as though any one could come up with it, yet the way in which they utilize it feels like something only Nintendo pull offSuper Mario Odyssey proves to everyone that 3D platformers still have a spot in today's gaming landscape! The creativity on display is actually mind-blowing, So many unique and fun ideas just crammed into one title. The hat mechanic is so simple, so straightforward, as though any one could come up with it, yet the way in which they utilize it feels like something only Nintendo pull off correctly. This is possibly the best Mario game I've played to date! Expand
  61. Mar 15, 2022
    10
    Honestly never been a fan of Mario games but still got this when I got my Switch to see what the fuss was about.

    Anyways, guess I'm a Mario fan now. This was incredible and so well balanced with fun stuff to do. There is literally no down time when you get bored. Nintendo really knows what they are doing.
  62. Mar 12, 2022
    10
    Mario games have always been great, and Odyssey is a a great game. I loved every second playing it through 3 times since it came out almost 5 years ago. No framlerate issues here. The game looks and play really good and its level designs are well done. Great job Nintendo
  63. Mar 11, 2022
    9
    My absolute favourite game of all time, Its not perfect, but its so good, all the kingdoms feel so uniqe from each other, even the smaller ones are good, the graphics look really solid, mario controls amazingly and the camera is great, it feels like a return to the style of 3d mario from 64 and Sunshine, cappy is a great addition making the games controls 10 times better than they alreadyMy absolute favourite game of all time, Its not perfect, but its so good, all the kingdoms feel so uniqe from each other, even the smaller ones are good, the graphics look really solid, mario controls amazingly and the camera is great, it feels like a return to the style of 3d mario from 64 and Sunshine, cappy is a great addition making the games controls 10 times better than they already are, the soundtrack is phenomenal and all the costumes are so cool.
    Although for this to be a review, i have to also mention the bad parts
    There are way too many moons, sure it helps with the exploration, but it just doesnt feel as special as something like the shines from sunshine, the shiveria kingdom is just underwhelming compared to the other ones and the story could have bent better, and the broodal boss fights are just too easy, and appear way too much.
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  64. Mar 10, 2022
    10
    It's the best. Reggie has done it once again. Luigi can now kill by turning into a t rex.
  65. Mar 10, 2022
    6
    To be honest could have been better.Its just way to easy and not rewarding but the controls are the best feeling controls ever.
  66. Mar 10, 2022
    8
    Very nice overall. Good ideas, Puzzles and pretty visuals. It was fun but not challenging enough sometimes. 8/10 because the game in the end wasnt the best Ive had. Id recommend it.
  67. Mar 9, 2022
    10
    Я больше фанат Зельды и мне казалось, что Марио не сможет приковать к себе внимание. О боже как я ошибался, он просто офигенен! Вы просто обязаны в это поиграть 10 из 10!
  68. Mar 9, 2022
    9
    Amazing Gameplay with so much variety. Mario is still heads and shoulders above any other platformer (or atleast the ones i played) GOTY if Zelda didnt exist.
  69. Mar 9, 2022
    8
    MAN am I late to the party. I'll admit that I was never keen to play switch games back in high school. Of course I played the occasional round of Smash Bros Ultimate and I was always up for the next new Pokemon game whether it be good, bad, or god-awful. But after playing this game, I've had a change of heart for the switch. For a while, I've been trying to figure out what makes this gameMAN am I late to the party. I'll admit that I was never keen to play switch games back in high school. Of course I played the occasional round of Smash Bros Ultimate and I was always up for the next new Pokemon game whether it be good, bad, or god-awful. But after playing this game, I've had a change of heart for the switch. For a while, I've been trying to figure out what makes this game so enjoyable. And while there are several answers to fill in that blank, even after research I had trouble figuring. On the surface it's just another Mario 64 sequel. You explore new lands, you beat up Bowser's henchmen, you hunt down wascally wabbits...the usual. But what's really great about this one, is that the controls are tighter than ever before. And combined with the abilities of his new buddy Cappy, you can achieve some seriously great platforming feats. I still remember how long it took me to learn the careful timing of the wall jump when I was a just kid and it feels great to master it here. Combined with all the other great mechanics...enemy possession, mini-level challenges...the fact that tossing a hat is equivalent to the force of a kick in the face...that's just good stuff man. At the same, nothing really feels forced in this game. Granted you need a set amount of Power Moons to move on, but nothing feels really restricting. The lack of a live system and plenty of fair check points, makes this adventure feel pretty limitless. In my Super Mario 64 review I complained about how easy it was to die in that game...and for the past 20 years, all of the 3D games had an annoying habit of booting the player out of the level whether they reached the goal or met death. And that back tracking really got on my nerves. Now that it's non existent, I can just focus on collecting as much as I can in each stage. I've said once before that one of the most important elements in game design, is freedom. Whether is comfortable controls or enjoyable mechanics, it's vital to give players the joy of exploring a brand new land. Give them the power to conquer great challenges. Game designers that fail to understand that end up relying on pay-to win systems and outdated gameplay mechanics only focusing on making the big bucks. I can only hope that my favorite electric mouse doesn't end up like the Blue Blur. Setting that aside though, I wouldn't call this my favorite Mario game. And that mainly comes down to the game's theme. Odyssey is blend of cartoons and realism. You've got cartoony Goombas mixed in with scary as hell T-Rexes! And while everything looks really good besides the eyes of the soul stealing human NPCs, it never felt tremendous to me. 64 had a magical castle theme, Sunshine was a vacation, Galaxy had space exploration, while Odyssey is just a world tour. It's a good theme especially when you blend it with realism, creating the idea that Mario is entering our world. However, Galaxy still has the more interesting theme. To call this a successor to Galaxy would be hard to swallow. I'd rather think of this as an evolution of Super Mario 64's format. Yeah, its a shame there's no hub area connecting all the worlds...but with all the Easter Eggs in the Mushroom Kingdom, I'm convinced which fans are going to enjoy this game the most. It's a nice reminder that there's a Mario game for everyone. Since this isn't a serious that focuses heavily on story, I think it's safe to say that the Mario developers should focus on creating new styles of enjoyable gameplay rather than the creating a superior sequel. So what's left to say? Well I will say, that the Metro Kingdom levels are amazing. You get to fight a robotic hell spawn, evade a T-Rex on a moped, play a possible sequel to "Shell Shocked" from Mario Party 2, and "Jump up Superstar"...good Star Spirits I love this musical level...ITS SO GOOD! It just MAKES this game! So now that I'm on board with the awesomeness. I'll be really stoked in they pull a Galaxy 2 and make an incredible sequel to follow. By the way, have you noticed how much lore the Metro Kingdom adds to the DK Country games? Whatever, the best way to play this game is too listen to "Jump Up Superstar" on loop while you play this game. It's like the montage trailer just comes to life. I'm really looking forward to returning to this franchise in the future. I won't spoil the ending this game either, its so ridiculous and awesome at the same time that it deserves to be spoiler free. So for all the new players and returning fans, I highly recommend this game. It takes time to adjust, but once get used to the sweet new controls, you can really dance on air. Nothing's stopping from zipping to one kingdom to the next collecting piles of Power Moons with each leap. And with all the untapped potential to go with this gameplay style...JUST IMAGINE. Mario capturing the Ruined Dragon, fighting ol' Tanga from Super Mario Land 2...I don't have much to complain about. Now I just want to dream(: Expand
  70. Mar 7, 2022
    8
    8/10. Stellar platformer with so much to do, but personally not too into pure platformers with little to no combat.
  71. Mar 7, 2022
    9
    Juego bastante sólido, contiene muchas horas de entretenimiento pero si debo decir algo malo son los jefes. Tienen el mismo patrón de saltar 3 veces para derrotarlos y es muy repetitivo
  72. Mar 6, 2022
    9
    A "long time no see" sandbox Mario game. This Mario game has again showed the suprise of Mario: gameplay, music, and the technical aspect, I was blown by the 3D-2D transition in some stage. I was thinking how d they do that??!??

    Anyway a must play game for Switch user
  73. Mar 6, 2022
    9
    An incredibly great game. The graphics, the design, the levels, the ideas ... in general everything about the game fits perfectly. The only thing which is really sad: the game is really short and really easy, it was forgotten very fast after I finished it.
  74. Mar 5, 2022
    5
    The best Mario Game ever made! It far suprass the Mario Galaxy franchise. Most of the missions, aside from some of the last are amazing and fun.
  75. Mar 4, 2022
    9
    This game shows how creative Nintendo can be making a game about the same italian plumber after 35 years. Maybe they've been so creative giving it too much original ideas. Loved it anyway.
  76. Mar 4, 2022
    10
    This is one of the best games of all time in my opinion its crazy to thing it still holds up to this day as one of the best
  77. Mar 4, 2022
    9
    very good Mario game probably the best one of them all because it is a very good game.
  78. Mar 4, 2022
    10
    Good music track, good plot, creative level and revolutionary step in mario game history
  79. Feb 28, 2022
    10
    One of the best (if not the best) Mario games ever. It's crazy to see how big and popular Mario has become since Super Mario 64. The graphics in the games have improved quite substantially. Super Mario Odyssey has very good areas to explore, too. The developers did a good job on it, for sure.
  80. Feb 27, 2022
    9
    Open world a couper le souffle.

    Chaque planète a son charme, c'est clairement dépaysant.

    Le seul bémol, la caméra.
  81. Feb 27, 2022
    10
    The gameplay is extremely fun, a unique experience that Nintendo knew how to give us.
  82. Feb 25, 2022
    10
    Como un juego 3D de mario, mario odyssey cumple todas las expectativas y las supera con creces con la tematica de la gorra y los diferentes retos que puede mostrar, una gran historia y excelentes graficos. El gameplay es intuitivo tu puedes profundizarlos si te gusta el juego y sentir una mayor satisfacción al moverte. Y en general un gran juego principal de mario para la switch
  83. Feb 24, 2022
    10
    good game really i love nintendo for this gameplay incredible probable best gamplay ever created
  84. Feb 24, 2022
    9
    Look, i am not gonna beat around the bush. This is an excellent Mario game for sure. Its polished, the Cappy mechanic is fanastic, the levels are super memorable and it also seems Myamoto can finally accept a little bit of a Story in a Mario game.
    I do find Power Moons to be unique and nice, but there are def far too many of them.
    The controls are great, though the music is just really
    Look, i am not gonna beat around the bush. This is an excellent Mario game for sure. Its polished, the Cappy mechanic is fanastic, the levels are super memorable and it also seems Myamoto can finally accept a little bit of a Story in a Mario game.
    I do find Power Moons to be unique and nice, but there are def far too many of them.
    The controls are great, though the music is just really meh for me. Still, i find this to be an immesnly fun 3D Mario game and i am looking foward to the next.
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  85. Feb 24, 2022
    10
    Mi primer videojuego de Mario y me divertí mucho jugando, me encanta que cada mundo sea único con puzzles entretenidos y niveles de plataforma perfectos. La jugabilidad combinada con la nueva mecánica de Cappy es perfecta para el juego y espero que siga disponible para futuros juegos de Mario. La opción de poder cambiarle la ropa a Mario es buena, y cagada ver a Mario con diferentes trajes.
  86. Feb 23, 2022
    8
    El mejor Mario 3D en mecanica de juego pero se me hizo demasiado corto con pocos mundos y bastantes chicos en dimension,todavia consiguiendo bastantes mas lunas que se las que piden en cada nivel.
  87. Feb 20, 2022
    6
    This game is an ok game and in my opinion overhyped. The game is using the same mechanic that Nintendo's been using since Mario 64. And although that mechanic worked for all the titles, I just think its being overused. Story is bland since its the exact same thing over and over again. Exception is Mario 3D World but the Princess always gets kidnapped and Mario has to save her from Bowser.This game is an ok game and in my opinion overhyped. The game is using the same mechanic that Nintendo's been using since Mario 64. And although that mechanic worked for all the titles, I just think its being overused. Story is bland since its the exact same thing over and over again. Exception is Mario 3D World but the Princess always gets kidnapped and Mario has to save her from Bowser. The Story needs to change, add new villains (Sort of like SEGA does with Sonic Games) change the story a bit. The Only new mechanic in this game is the hat sidekick sort of like FLUDD from Super Mario. Sunshine but with different mechanics (Again same thing again). The Hat can control other enemies, including Bowser which is pretty neat. Aaaannnddd that's about it. Not much more which is pretty sad. But the visuals are impressive, the game looks really good and colorful like Mario Galaxy and Sonic Colors. I love how you go to different worlds and even a city although Mario looks out of place in the city it makes it good since Mario is supposed to be in a different world. Overall this game has its ups and downs but its just in the middle for me, like yeah its fun for a while and then it just gets kinda boring. Game is ok

    Story 4/10
    Gameplay 8/10
    Graphics 8/10
    Overall 6/10
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  88. Feb 16, 2022
    10
    10/10
    Best Mario game. No contest. Great control, graphics, just everything.
  89. Feb 16, 2022
    10
    I revisited the game more than four years later and I am still blown away by it. It is such a fun experience that immediately got my attention. Man was it fun!
  90. Feb 13, 2022
    10
    Best 3d mario yet! Level design, controls and art are just top notch. Not to mention the music!
  91. Feb 8, 2022
    10
    È la perfezione in persona‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️‼️
  92. Feb 8, 2022
    10
    PALI-CRITC: 96/100
    List of my favourite game: #2

    The best Mario game ever made!
  93. Feb 6, 2022
    3
    As a huge fan of super Mario 64 i have to say that Mario Odyssey was really disappointing. Unfortunately the game never cought me. Everything is way too easy which makes it boring overall. You have to collect moons to progress further. But you get them for doing almost nothing. You can even buy them in the stores at the beginning of every level. There is mostly no challenge. The story isAs a huge fan of super Mario 64 i have to say that Mario Odyssey was really disappointing. Unfortunately the game never cought me. Everything is way too easy which makes it boring overall. You have to collect moons to progress further. But you get them for doing almost nothing. You can even buy them in the stores at the beginning of every level. There is mostly no challenge. The story is pretty lame. I was hoping that the co-op feature brings bit more joy. But it just doubles the amount of bored people in front of the screen. Expand
  94. Feb 7, 2022
    10
    Second-best Mario game right after Super Mario Sunshine.
    Gameplay 10/10
    Graphics 10/10
  95. Feb 6, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Português Brazil:
    Jogo muito bom um dos melhores Super Marios já lançados um dos melhores jogos já lançado pro Nintendo switch, A Nintendo com certeza se superou com esse jogo mas me decepcionei com a dificuldade muito fácil.
    English:
    Very good game one of the best Super Marios ever released one of the best games ever released for Nintendo switch, Nintendo certainly outdid itself with this game but I was disappointed with the very easy difficulty
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  96. Feb 5, 2022
    10
    I've played 3d land first and this game is very good!Finding power moons can be fun and challanging but its not too hard or too easy,the gimmick is very cool,graphics,music and controls are out of this world and the game is 60fps both handheld and docked.Anyone with a switch needs to play this master piece ASAP,its a very great game just like breath of the wild for example.
  97. Feb 4, 2022
    10
    Mario has always been extremely polished, and this is the best Mario game ever!
  98. Feb 3, 2022
    10
    I am not gonna lie this game could compete for the best Mario game of all time. It was fun and Interactive, Using the Joy-cons was challenging but like most things you get the hang of it. Brings me back to the days when I would play Super Mario Galaxy 1 and 2. This Was the perfect way to start the switch!
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Universal acclaim - based on 114 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
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  2. Negative: 0 out of 114
  1. Dec 3, 2024
    90
    While it was difficult to imagine how Nintendo could top previous 3D Mario adventures, Super Mario Odyssey is nigh-on perfect in almost every way. With the help of Cappy, Mario has never been as fun to control, reaching new heights and, in the hands of a skilled player, accomplishing impossible skips. You need only pick up a controller to see why this is the best modern Mario game ever.
  2. CD-Action
    Jan 10, 2018
    100
    The best entry to the best platforming series is so ridiculously huge it’s like a theme park made of theme parks. It’s a wonderful tribute to Super Mario 64, but it’s not a lazy homage. Super Mario Odyssey draws inspiration from the superb classic to top it and everything that came after it. [13/2017, p.38]
  3. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Jan 7, 2018
    95
    Perhaps no past Mario game has ever elicited so many smiles as this, and even if every other winning aspect of its design were set aside, that reality alone would make it a masterpiece. [Issue #31 – January/February 2018, p. 39E]