Super Mario Odyssey

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  1. rhoxwen
    Oct 30, 2017
    10
    I've playing the whole weekend since launch and I'm in love with it ! The gameplay's (controls) just perfect! you feel in full control of Mario and there's so much to do with him, the Worlds are just beautiful and got a nice variation of missions that will give you a nice exprecience if you want to collect all the moons. As a high end Pc gamer I must say that the graphics are perfect andI've playing the whole weekend since launch and I'm in love with it ! The gameplay's (controls) just perfect! you feel in full control of Mario and there's so much to do with him, the Worlds are just beautiful and got a nice variation of missions that will give you a nice exprecience if you want to collect all the moons. As a high end Pc gamer I must say that the graphics are perfect and full of details for a small tablet like the SWITCH and I'm in love with the console too because of portable features. Mario Odyssey's a must have for this console and I hope you all can play it.
    See ya and have fun!    … Expand
  2. ralphienelson02
    Oct 30, 2017
    10
    This last weekend, me and my friends played through the game and let me tell you. It was FANTASTIC. I enjoyed every single second of the game. We got all the way to the end and while it was short I still find myself wanting to collect more moons and power up the Odyssey even more. As we played there were several moments when we looked at the screen in awe and wonder, several kingdomsThis last weekend, me and my friends played through the game and let me tell you. It was FANTASTIC. I enjoyed every single second of the game. We got all the way to the end and while it was short I still find myself wanting to collect more moons and power up the Odyssey even more. As we played there were several moments when we looked at the screen in awe and wonder, several kingdoms taking us aback. The wonder, surprise, and enjoyment really made this game for me.

    I love the controls. A lot of people dislike the controls but I find them very easy to work out and use. I played with the detached joy cons as that's what the game recommends and I like that style of play anyway. The motion controls and "HD" rumble were fabulous and to my surprise really added to the game.

    The post game is quite massive and is why I still think I have a lot to get out of this game still despite already beating it. With who knows how many moons I think I'll be going for a while.

    Overall it's a great must-have Switch game and my advise to anyone who hasn't yet played it: Go slowly. Take it all in. Explore each world. I know you want to get to that next kingdom, but it's more fun to go slowly.    … Expand
  3. SterlingIsDead
    Oct 30, 2017
    10
    This game is just...wow. I created a Metacritic account JUST for this game. Nintendo has been hyping this game up perfectly since E3 and they have outdone themselves. The game is a sandbox style Mario game similar to Mario 64 and Super Mario Sunshine. In those games you collect Stars and Shines respectivley, each game having 120 of their collectible. These collectibles were used forThis game is just...wow. I created a Metacritic account JUST for this game. Nintendo has been hyping this game up perfectly since E3 and they have outdone themselves. The game is a sandbox style Mario game similar to Mario 64 and Super Mario Sunshine. In those games you collect Stars and Shines respectivley, each game having 120 of their collectible. These collectibles were used for progressing in the game and collecting all of them would give you a special bonus. Mario Odyssey's collectibles are Moons, and there are (from what I've seen) 999 of them in the game. However, about half of them are very easy to get. Still, a lot of the Moons are really fun to get, sometimes requiring you to solve a puzzle, beat a boss, or do some sort of platforming challenge. Getting all 999 Moons may seem like a pain but the design and music make the game much more enjoyable while hunting for moons. The music in this game is phenomenal, but that goes without saying. The Nintendo Switch cant run SUPER strong games, but the game is still beautiful and pleasing to look at. The colors and graphics make the game very appealing to look at, sometimes making me forget I have 450 Moons left to collect...The story, while not groundbreaking, is certainly a step forward for Mario. Peach is back to being a damsel in distress, but thats not TOO bad. The game opens with Mario and Bowser already fighting, and Mario is blasted off the side of the ship, landing in the Cap Kingdom where he meets Cappy, who posesses Mario's hat and is now able to be used. Cappy is a joy to use. Capturing and controlling enemies is a really great mechanic. Cappy can also be used for platforming, as you are able to jump on him. Moving around in this game is so much fun. A lot of people say Mario Sunshine has some of the best movements in the series, and I agreed until I played this. Mario can roll, dive, ground-pound jump and spin jump now. It feels really nice to move around. Nintendo certainly has outdone themselves this time, and I'm happy to say, so far, Mario Odyssey is my game of the year.… Expand
  4. AlexPC1998
    Oct 30, 2017
    10
    Best Mario Game, it's so fun, you can ignore the quality problems because the game is excelent, i played it for hours, and i want to see more mario games like this
  5. Kick454
    Apr 19, 2018
    10
    I have decided to completely redo my Odyssey review, which is STILL a 10/10 and my personal favorite Game of all Time. This game completely OBLITERATES Breath of the Overrated, which I can't even play for longer than 5 minutes without being bored out of my mind anymore.

    Pros: + Gameplay: Masterfully executed within every kingdom. There was more variety in the gameplay of Odyssey than    I have decided to completely redo my Odyssey review, which is STILL a 10/10 and my personal favorite Game of all Time. This game completely OBLITERATES Breath of the Overrated, which I can't even play for longer than 5 minutes without being bored out of my mind anymore.

    Pros:
    + Gameplay: Masterfully executed within every kingdom. There was more variety in the gameplay of Odyssey than in previous Mario games.
    + Soundtrack: I'm probably alone on this, but Odyssey's soundtrack is the best Mario has ever had. Galaxy's soundtrack can't come near this in my opinion.
    + The Kingdoms: I personally LOVED every single Kingdom. Whether it's for the beautiful setting or the minigames, they all had a LOT of charm.
    + The Objectives: While there are a number of effortless moons, they are excusable since they are OUTNUMBERED by the better moons (unlike Korok Seeds that require ZERO effort to obtain other than looking up a guide because BotW does a poor job with Korok Seeds).
    + The Graphics: While not the best I've seen, they are definitely THE BEST Nintendo ever pulled off. The graphics alone pulled me into the game.
    + The Bosses: Ok, maybe the Broodals might not be the best bosses in a game, but at least they aren't Blight Ganons. All the other bosses, however, made me actually have to try. Plus, the bosses are unnecessarily AMAZING.
    + The Ending: This might be a controversial statement, but I loved the ending of Odyssey. Yep, I said it.
    + Camera Mode: Why isn't this in every game?

    Con:
    - Nose Physics: It's so minor that I don't know if I could even call it a nitpick, but it ruins pictures sometimes.

    Overall, like I said above, this game is a SOLID 10/10, my GotY from 2017, and my personal favorite Game of all Time. I have never experienced this kind of fun before in my life.    … Expand
  6. Paax
    Oct 30, 2017
    10
    Maravilloso juego, su diseño de niveles es espectacular te pasarás horas investigando y viendo que puedes hacer dentro de cada uno. Los controles y la camara son una maravilla. Si tienes un switch y no has comprado Odyssey estas errando tremendo.
  7. deavertido
    Oct 30, 2017
    10
    I am an enormous fan of Mario 64 and Mario Galaxy and this game strikes a wonderful balance between the two amazing games. It is simply a joy to run around the different kingdoms and the new Cappy mechanics are extremely fun and satisfying. The presentation is clean and modern and the music is a beautifully orchestrated soundtrack that has been stuck in my head. By all accounts, fromI am an enormous fan of Mario 64 and Mario Galaxy and this game strikes a wonderful balance between the two amazing games. It is simply a joy to run around the different kingdoms and the new Cappy mechanics are extremely fun and satisfying. The presentation is clean and modern and the music is a beautifully orchestrated soundtrack that has been stuck in my head. By all accounts, from gameplay to graphics to presentation, this is a work of art. A true masterpiece.… Expand
  8. MrKuroX
    Oct 30, 2017
    10
    Creo que desde el Super Mario World que un juego de Mario no me enviciaba tanto. El juego es demasido hermoso tecnicamente hablando. Tiene el sello de calidad Nintendo.
  9. DonSerrot
    Oct 30, 2017
    10
    Early this year I thought Breath of the Wild would easily run away with the title of Game of the Year. As I played farther and farther into Super Mario Odyssey I realized BOTW had some real competition and now I can't decide what of the two is more deserving of GOTY.

    I've seen people criticize SMO for being too easy. That'd be a valid complaint if the game was only the story content but    Early this year I thought Breath of the Wild would easily run away with the title of Game of the Year. As I played farther and farther into Super Mario Odyssey I realized BOTW had some real competition and now I can't decide what of the two is more deserving of GOTY.

    I've seen people criticize SMO for being too easy. That'd be a valid complaint if the game was only the story content but there is so much more to this game. I personally look at the ease of the story content as a strength as it allows more people to experience the ending when paired with the wealth of content that opens afterwards for people to challenge themselves with.

    The gameplay is both familiar and new, giving Mario his wide range of movement abilities he's built up over his history while adding some new ones using his signature cap. I'm personally not a fan on motion controls and thankfully even through the game tries it's best to encourage you to use them you don't actually need to. I played almost the entire game using the Joy-con grip and an occasional flick if I really felt like it.

    As the name "Odyssey" implies exploration is a big part of this game. The locations are spacious and varied giving the player plenty to see and do. My personal favorite was without a doubt New Donk City. Everywhere you turn there's something to discover and I can see spending hours hunting down every last collectible.

    I think the absolute most important thing in a game is how much fun it is and I can safely say that this is one of the most fun games I've played this year. This is one game that virtually essential for any Switch owner.    … Expand
  10. Cyberpunk33
    Oct 30, 2017
    10
    Juegazo, increíble jugabilidad el control muy preciso, divertido y duradero, para mi supero al al Mario Galaxy 2 que ya lo encontraba el mejor juego de plataformas.
  11. santix2109
    Oct 31, 2017
    10
    Very unique. Cappy is a very good companion. The kingdoms feel very inspired. The final boss is a bit disappointing. Overall one of the best Mario games
  12. Ninterous
    Oct 31, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I have been anticipating this game for MONTHS, and seeing the reviews it is very much worth it. I played through the game with my friend and i can say that this game is amazing! It is however a little short in my opinion but It's still a good time. All of the kingdoms in the game (I think 12 gonna have to check) are brilliantly designed with a lot of variety, negative reviewers either say it's too easy or they put effort into saying why they don't like it. I thought giving a world map for the world of Mario's wold was great providing areas in which we have never seen we always just see the Mushroom Kingdom we may get another game just like it. When i first saw all the worlds you could visit in the game,i was disappointed but after you beat the game you unlock many different things to do if you're a completionist this game is great for you! If you collect all the moons you can unlock many varieties of costumes and an entirely new kingdom! This game is a great time and if it's not for you that's ok, but don't shat out a bad review if you haven't played it. Me and my friend have a motto "Don't review something unless you've played/watched it all the way through".… Expand
  13. Crophius
    Nov 2, 2017
    10
    Super Mario Odyssey has been the best game I've ever played, almost every second of it I had a smile on my face. I think that everybody who can should get the game. The post-game has been great so far, I just wonder how long it will take me to get all the moons that there is. Overall I have no complains at all for the game, a solid 10/10.
  14. jebejarjar
    Oct 31, 2017
    10
    Boy, what a delightful game! I have not played it much yet, but ... just ... wow! Get it. All the kingdoms are neat, Mario is harder to control than ever, but very rewarding, and the worlds he explores deserve all the praise they get and more.
  15. MiguelCosta
    Oct 31, 2017
    10
    Its the best game i have ever played.....Simple as that...And the cool thing is after you beat the game, you still have a ton of things to do...Why? well because there are more than 600 moons in Super Mario Odyssey! That's insane!
  16. tsdenizen
    Nov 2, 2017
    10
    Super Mario Odyssey is the freedom of movement of 64, the bizarre charm of Sunshine, the spectacle of Galaxy, and the exploratory collection of the Banjo-Kazooie series rolled into one. The main campaign is designed to be easy enough to get through for pretty much anyone, while offering an exorbitant amount of challenging optional content for platforming veterans. The movement and utilitySuper Mario Odyssey is the freedom of movement of 64, the bizarre charm of Sunshine, the spectacle of Galaxy, and the exploratory collection of the Banjo-Kazooie series rolled into one. The main campaign is designed to be easy enough to get through for pretty much anyone, while offering an exorbitant amount of challenging optional content for platforming veterans. The movement and utility of everything you possess through the Cappy mechanic is nearly interesting enough to be a game all on its own. Super Mario Odyssey tries to be all things to all people, and in my opinion, it's the only game to ever succeed at such a daunting undertaking.… Expand
  17. ledg27
    Oct 31, 2017
    10
    Un juego enorme en todos sus apartados una jugabilidad perfecta, un estilo artístico hermoso, exploración gratificante y un trabajo bien hecho en todos sus detalles, La llegada a new donk city por primera vez.. con la lluvia , la noche es abrumadora ver a mario en un escenario tan real por momentos pensé que no le sentaría muy bien pero todo lo contrario. (imagino ese escenario pero paraUn juego enorme en todos sus apartados una jugabilidad perfecta, un estilo artístico hermoso, exploración gratificante y un trabajo bien hecho en todos sus detalles, La llegada a new donk city por primera vez.. con la lluvia , la noche es abrumadora ver a mario en un escenario tan real por momentos pensé que no le sentaría muy bien pero todo lo contrario. (imagino ese escenario pero para un juego de acción en tercera persona VAMOS NINTENDO ANÍMATE).
    Para mi el mejor Super Mario creado hasta el día de hoy Martes 31/10/2017 hahahaha!
    Un diez en toda la regla por gráficos,r creatividad, gran control, DIVERSIÓN que lo mas importante y donde mario es el mayor exponente.    … Expand
  18. PerkGammer
    Nov 11, 2017
    10
    Super Mario Odyssey es el juego que Nintendo Switch necesitaba, un gran exclusivo, y no podía ser otro mas que un juego de la serie Super Mario.
    Los gráficos son buenos, 900P 60FPS no se ve para nada mal, y se ve aún mejor en modo portátil, el fan service es gigante, se ve que Nintendo no ha olvidado el primer super mario, donde empezó la saga. La música es muy buena, tal vez no tanto    Super Mario Odyssey es el juego que Nintendo Switch necesitaba, un gran exclusivo, y no podía ser otro mas que un juego de la serie Super Mario.
    Los gráficos son buenos, 900P 60FPS no se ve para nada mal, y se ve aún mejor en modo portátil, el fan service es gigante, se ve que Nintendo no ha olvidado el primer super mario, donde empezó la saga. La música es muy buena, tal vez no tanto como en la saga Galaxy, pero es disfrutable al máximo, y más con la lista de música al final del juego.
    Los mundos en general son muy variados y completos, hay excepciones, pero incluso esas son muy disfrutables. La campaña es buena, tal vez algo corta y fácil, pero el post-play lo resuelve todo con los jefes más difíciles y nuevas lunas y niveles por descubrir.
    En fin, siendo un fan de la saga Mario desde el Galaxy, pienso que este juego es de los mejores que jamás se hayan hecho, en mi opinión es mejor que el Zelda BOTW, pero no mejor que la saga Galaxy.
    Este es el juego de Mario que todos estábamos esperando desde hace 7 años, un Mario innovador, completo, variado, con fan service, buenos gráficos y lo más importante: Puedes jugarlo donde sea.    … Expand
  19. Alphonsefde
    Oct 31, 2017
    10
    The best grafics on Nintendo switch, the best gameplay ever for videogames, a solid challenge to gamers, the best desing of puzzles, and the best one everybody can enjoy this game its a real open game the real one video game, it time to enjoy the new era of videogames with Super Mario Odyssey
  20. Sebas994
    Oct 31, 2017
    10
    Excelente Juego.
    Graficos como los juegos de Nintendo, jugabilidad excepcional, una entrega que la hace especial a las anteriores por la capacidad que tiene la Nintendo Switch. En conclusion una obra maestra de Nintendo
  21. Yoyoshiman
    Jan 15, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. By far the best Super Mario game. I've played all of them and this one is awesome. The story is incredible and the ending is awesome. Even when you finish the game there is so much to do. Such as revisiting kingdoms to collect more power moons and playing mini games. You can even customize Mario and the odyssey. They also make coins useful in this game. It can be used as currency to buy stuff and you loose 10 coins when you die. There are also purple coins that are unique to each stage which can be used to customize Mario and the odyssey. The most comparable came to Super Mario Odyssey is Super Mario Galaxy. The game takes so many traits from Galaxy, sunshine and 64. For example the health bar from Galaxy, cappy-less stages like flood-less stages from sunshine, and the fact that you can change into the old 64 Mario model in the mushroom kingdom is absolutely awesome. there are so many 64 references that you have to play to have the full experience.… Expand
  22. SwitchForce
    Oct 31, 2017
    10
    Obra Maestra De Nintendo.Es Simplemente un Clasico Instantaneo(justo como Breath of the Wild)y estos dos son los Ocarina of Time y Mario 64 de nuestros tiempos,estoy seguro de que en 10 o 15 años hablaremos de ellos como historia reciente de los videojuegos y del como dieron catedra e influyeron en miles de futuros proyoyectos no solo de nintendo sino de la industria en general 15 deObra Maestra De Nintendo.Es Simplemente un Clasico Instantaneo(justo como Breath of the Wild)y estos dos son los Ocarina of Time y Mario 64 de nuestros tiempos,estoy seguro de que en 10 o 15 años hablaremos de ellos como historia reciente de los videojuegos y del como dieron catedra e influyeron en miles de futuros proyoyectos no solo de nintendo sino de la industria en general 15 de 10(No no exagero pruebalo y veras).Simplemente Magico y Lleno de Secretos muuy bien escondidos y el juego ni es para niños(Hay una diferencia entre apto para TODO PUBLICO y PARA NIÑOS) y tampoco es facil(de hecho es algo dificil si sacas el 100 del juego)y me da tristeza como hoy en dia ningun juego puede tener criticas justas y sinceras por culpa del Hate hacia Nintendo y en general hacia los buenos juegos o juegos populares,por cierto el gameplay es el mas divertido,variado y versatil de cualquier Mario 3D hasta hoy y les digo que sinceramente no hagan caso de las criticas negativas y variadas ya que el hate es tal que hay gente que se organiza para dar 0 sin razon(de verdad hay unas reviews tan absurdas que no puedes sino tomartelas con humor) Y a continuacion voy a decir los mayores puntos "negativos" de las reviews y darles batalla:
    El juego es facil y corto ademas los mapas son super pequeños,solo para niños:El juego tiene jefes algo faciles eso si pero en general estan bien,para los del contenido que segun se lo han pasado en 6 horas,seguro fueron a por la historia principal y ni se detuvieron hasta ver los creditos finales,seguro no fueron a explorar solo a por la historia,si realmente explotas al 100 cada mundo veras que facil para completarlo te llevas una media de 10 horas solo por un mapa y para tener todo lo que hay en el(mas los secretos claro)y hablando de estos hay una buena cantidad que ronda los 20(mas o menos) y en general si acabas el juego al 100 por ciento te podria llevar una media de 100 horas,en resumen es un 15 DE 10,Clasico Moderno.    … Expand
  23. AeroJos
    Oct 31, 2017
    10
    Lo probe en la switch de mi amigo y simplemente es genial, la razón por la cual comprare una nintendo antes de navidad. Mario esta de vuelta y de que manera. Casi arte !
  24. GuyWithASword
    Nov 1, 2017
    10
    An essential for any Switch owner (unless you’re a sonic fanboy waiting for sonic forces). Although the main story is really short, there is tons more in the postgame!
  25. biohazzard
    Nov 1, 2017
    10
    Es un juego simplemente exquisito los que comentan negativo ni siquiera tienen el juego es de lo mejor llevarlo a mi trabajo y ver que todos reconocen a tal personaje y lo pueden jugar sin un tutorial de 3 horas ademas de la portabilidad el sistema de gráficos excelente la jugabilidad y demás excelente
  26. DrAdamX
    Nov 1, 2017
    10
    Another amazing game for the Nintendo Switch and one of the best games of this year! in my opinion, second only to the Legend of Zelda Botw. I recommend to everyone without second thoughts. Great job Nintendo!
  27. oscardemoya
    Nov 1, 2017
    10
    So far, this is definitely my favorite Mario game of this last decade. It keeps most of the mechanics from classic Mario games but improved in almost every way. The wide variety of movements not just remember the Mario 64 times but brings back the feeling of challenge to clear the levels missing in some of the latest entries.
  28. BladiCr4
    Nov 1, 2017
    10
    Un 10 Merecido. En primer lugar, El Apartado grafico lo mejor que se puede pedir hasta ahora, las cinematicas del juego, y las secciones 2D son una total maravilla, La banda sonora es espectacular. La jugabilidad es bastante entretenida y cada reino se puede explorar por todos los sitios. Cabe decir que este juego le saca el maximo provecho a los controles de esta consola en todas susUn 10 Merecido. En primer lugar, El Apartado grafico lo mejor que se puede pedir hasta ahora, las cinematicas del juego, y las secciones 2D son una total maravilla, La banda sonora es espectacular. La jugabilidad es bastante entretenida y cada reino se puede explorar por todos los sitios. Cabe decir que este juego le saca el maximo provecho a los controles de esta consola en todas sus modalidades. Tiene una durabilidad bastante decente. Hay gente que dice que este juego es muy facil, pero realmente lo complicado es cuando intentas completar todos los reinos al 100%. ¡No se como es posible que este juego te den tantas ganas de jugarlo, y lo quieras jugar aún si no tienes la consola, y es por eso que me compraré la consola!. Juego totalmente recomendable para cualquier persona. Compratelo y adentrate en esta increible aventura :)… Expand
  29. andremancini
    Nov 1, 2017
    10
    A Nintendo se superou novamente! Um jogo fantástico... não consigo parar de jogar e procurar as moons e fazia tempo que um jogo não me cativava tanto. Estava jogando o Zelda BOTW que também é fantástico mas tive que deixá-lo de lado pra me dedicar à este jogo. Podem comprar sem medo, é um dos melhores jogos dos últimos tempos. Mario, you're a superstar!
  30. MindfulMenda
    Nov 1, 2017
    10
    MASTAPIECE
    This game is amazing, the worlds are HUGE and there is so much to do there, my only complaint is that its easy but that should not take a point off. The people who say this game is bad have not played it, and probably are triggered about m'boy Nintendo blowing up.
    There is no hub world which is kinda upsetting but the game is so good you don't really care. Cappy is a great    MASTAPIECE
    This game is amazing, the worlds are HUGE and there is so much to do there, my only complaint is that its easy but that should not take a point off. The people who say this game is bad have not played it, and probably are triggered about m'boy Nintendo blowing up.
    There is no hub world which is kinda upsetting but the game is so good you don't really care. Cappy is a great sidekick and is a lot better than other sidekicks like Cirtsy (Paper Mario SS) ever was.
    Worth the wait, money, Hype!    … Expand
  31. Moojl
    Nov 1, 2017
    10
    I had to make an account just for this review: Super Mario Odyssey is everything the critics said it was and more, because even the highest score and most poignant write-up will never make you feel the way you do when you play this game. Before the Switch released Shigeru Miyamoto gave an interview in which he said Nintendo had "mastered the Unreal Engine" in regards to the development ofI had to make an account just for this review: Super Mario Odyssey is everything the critics said it was and more, because even the highest score and most poignant write-up will never make you feel the way you do when you play this game. Before the Switch released Shigeru Miyamoto gave an interview in which he said Nintendo had "mastered the Unreal Engine" in regards to the development of Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey, and you know what? He was right, because I've never played a Mario game that feels as good as this game does, nor have I ever played a *platformer* that feels as good to play as this game does. It's beyond all comparison, even to past Mario games.

    I'll refrain from posting spoilers but it's just impossible to describe how much joy this game will bring to anyone who's grown up alongside Mario. I've played over 30 hours thus far and have beaten the main storyline as well as discovered the additional post-game worlds, but even after all of that I still have a hundred (or more!) moons to collect. It's absolutely staggering how much care, love, and thought was put into this game.

    At this point I'm genuinely concerned Nintendo will never be able to top it, because never in my life have I enjoyed anything as much as I've enjoyed Super Mario Odyssey.    … Expand
  32. traubster
    Nov 2, 2017
    10
    I had high expectations coming into this, as there were many comparisons to Mario 64, which is one of my favorite games of all time. I hadn't played any of the Galaxy games, but I also enjoyed Super Mario Sunshine.

    Honestly, it's the hat that makes this game so special. It adds a dynamic to Mario that I've never seen before and it works beautifully within the game. I'm about 100 moons    I had high expectations coming into this, as there were many comparisons to Mario 64, which is one of my favorite games of all time. I hadn't played any of the Galaxy games, but I also enjoyed Super Mario Sunshine.

    Honestly, it's the hat that makes this game so special. It adds a dynamic to Mario that I've never seen before and it works beautifully within the game. I'm about 100 moons in at this point and still having a blast. Anyone who says this is much of the same has not been playing the game. It feels reminiscent, but it also feels freshly new.

    It would be difficult to improve on this game. Kudos to Nintendo. Thanks, guys.    … Expand
  33. RYSCO
    Nov 2, 2017
    10
    No comments .... the best mario I've played seems formidable and I have not played much but I'm surprised every day ... it's wonderful, I think it's a good game, it has everything, although I think it's better with the joy-con separated. Since Mario 64 and galaxy arrive this is a bomb ...
  34. nyylpk
    Nov 2, 2017
    10
    Un juego alucinante, la jugabilidad es una pasada y el diseño artístico tanto los gráficos como la música son alucinantes. Es una inmersión constante en el juego que a cada minuto quieres jugar mas y mas. Recomendado para todos.
  35. SpoopyJack
    Nov 2, 2017
    10
    You know, I don't like giving out tens, but this game is nothing short of amazing. The gameplay and level design are amazing and reward exploration and experimentation, while still being suitable for beginners. The story is nothing special, but it gets the job done. The graphics look great and take advantage of the Switch's lower graphical power by using bright colors and a cartoony style,You know, I don't like giving out tens, but this game is nothing short of amazing. The gameplay and level design are amazing and reward exploration and experimentation, while still being suitable for beginners. The story is nothing special, but it gets the job done. The graphics look great and take advantage of the Switch's lower graphical power by using bright colors and a cartoony style, though this has been the same for years now. The music is beautiful, and always fits the scene it plays in. The only criticism that's not nitpicking that I can give is that as I've said, the story could use some work. I honestly don't mind though. And, my favorite thing, the content in this game is near endless with (spoiler amount of) Power Moons! It's a game that I really have trouble putting down, and I really can't give it anything other than a ten.… Expand
  36. LayeredGamer
    Nov 3, 2017
    10
    Super Mario Odyssey is the most fun I have had with a video game in years and is close to perfection. Not only does Odyssey include a multitude of kingdoms that feel like self-contained mini "sandboxes" for you to enjoy but the main aspect of fun in Odyssey for me is the greater sense of movement in the game. "Cappy" not only allows for possession techniques that change up the MarioSuper Mario Odyssey is the most fun I have had with a video game in years and is close to perfection. Not only does Odyssey include a multitude of kingdoms that feel like self-contained mini "sandboxes" for you to enjoy but the main aspect of fun in Odyssey for me is the greater sense of movement in the game. "Cappy" not only allows for possession techniques that change up the Mario gameplay in drastic ways but it also allows you to perform tricks that makes Mario *feel* great.

    The presentation is also great. The game is colourful and is screaming at you in the most delightful way possible. I've heard some people are not fond of the jarring change in art style within the game, which I understand and is a valid criticism, but to me I feel as this only emphasises the sense of adventure. Whenever you enter a new kingdom it is fun to see how Mario will fit in to these environment that are not what we have come to expect from this universe. Oh, and as always, the soundtrack is amazing which is expected after the amazing soundtracks of the rest of this series.

    One of the most underrated things that Odyssey does is take elements of the more 2D level based 3D Mario games like Galaxy and 3D World and merges it with the more open ended level design of 64 and Sunshine. While each kingdom almost acts like a miniature hub world, the levels within the kingdoms contain the great and underrated level design found in 3D World creating a perfect blend the chronology of 3D Mario; not to mention the 2D sections which are beautifully presented in the game.

    I love this game so much.    … Expand
  37. Beachin
    Nov 5, 2017
    10
    Alright Super Mario Odyssey is the best Switch game out there it is a must buy for any Switch &Mario fans. Between BOTW and Super Mario Odyssey, Odyssey win 10/10
  38. LindaEspectacul
    Nov 3, 2017
    10
    Simplemente increible, Mario en estado puro. Este junto a BotW han marcardo un primer año de Switch legendario. ¿Lo malo? Hay que esperar a la próxima entrega...
  39. SmashNerd
    Nov 3, 2017
    10
    Controls: 10/10
    Camera: 10/10
    Level design: 10/10 multiplayer: ehhh.... 7.3/10. let me play as luigi AND Mario AT THE SAME TIME NINTENDO!!!! TO HARD??? AT EVEN 30 FPS??? oh well....... Graphics: 9.4/10. anti aliasing could use some work, but its the Nintendo switch. AAA games AT THE TOILET. what did you expect? 4k at 90 fps with anti aliasing at max?? BWAHAHAHAHA I hate hatters. wait?    Controls: 10/10
    Camera: 10/10
    Level design: 10/10
    multiplayer: ehhh.... 7.3/10. let me play as luigi AND Mario AT THE SAME TIME NINTENDO!!!! TO HARD??? AT EVEN 30 FPS??? oh well.......
    Graphics: 9.4/10. anti aliasing could use some work, but its the Nintendo switch. AAA games AT THE TOILET. what did you expect? 4k at 90 fps with anti aliasing at max?? BWAHAHAHAHA I hate hatters. wait? does that make me a hatter????? ehh
    Gameplay: 10/10
    Content: 10/10
    Fan service: 10/10. see: mushroom kingdom. yeah, that's in the game. you can get the 64 bit polygon costume, and I love it! the power moons are power stars, and they make the effect that you`d come to expect from Super Mario 64 (tm)
    Overall: OVER 9000/ 10.
    FOOT NOTE: this game be like, "Linear? WTF is Linear?? what are these people talking about when they say, 'Linear?' as well as 'Hand-holdy' what the bloody he*l are these idiots talking about? WHAT?    … Expand
  40. AdamSmith7
    Nov 5, 2017
    10
    This, in full honesty, is among the greatest Nintendo games I have ever played. It, along with other great games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, make me not regret purchasing a Nintendo Switch in the slightest. Super Mario Odyssey is a charming love letter to the 3D platformer/collectathon genre that thrived in the 90s and 2000s, that anyone who grew up with will be touchedThis, in full honesty, is among the greatest Nintendo games I have ever played. It, along with other great games like The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, make me not regret purchasing a Nintendo Switch in the slightest. Super Mario Odyssey is a charming love letter to the 3D platformer/collectathon genre that thrived in the 90s and 2000s, that anyone who grew up with will be touched by.

    In it, the ever-intrepid ex-plumber Mario teams up with Cappy, a sentient (and shapeshifting) hat creature. They travel all over the world, and just maybe beyond, to save Princess Peach and Cappy's sister Tiara from an arranged marriage with Bowser. Mario and Cappy's travels will take them to a total of 17 different expansive locales, from the bleak, foggy, moonlit landscape of Bonneton, to the bizarre juxtaposition of nature and machine in the Steam Gardens, to the bustling metropolis of New Donk City. In each area, they'll need to collect Power Moons in order to power their ship enough to move on to the next area. Not exactly the most original plotline, but that isn't really ever expected from Mario games that don't start with "Paper" anyhow. The main focus in this series was always gameplay, and don't worry on that end: Odyssey delivers.

    Much like FLUDD and the baby Luma from before, much of the gameplay revolves around Mario's latest companion. Unlike, say, FLUDD (disclaimer: I love Sunshine), Cappy feels like a natural extension of Mario's usual abilities. Cappy transforms Mario's signature hat, something that's been with him on every adventure for the past three decades, into a multipurpose tool you'll find yourself missing when you don't have it. With him on Mario's side, Mario has the ability to throw his hat in any direction he pleases, direct it or hold it in midair, and have it return back to his head. His hat can be used as a weapon against obstacles and small enemies, a convenient platform to jump off of in midair, a way to stop himself from falling for a convenient moment (much like the spin jump from Galaxy), a way to remotely collect coins that are just out of reach, and one more function that is by far the most interesting.

    Perhaps Odyssey's main "gimmick", is that Cappy gives Mario the powers of a poltergeist. If something has a head, and that head isn't protected by a hat (things that do have hats can usually have them knocked off), throwing Cappy on to it will result in Mario's spirit flying into its body, and assuming direct control of it; the captured entity adopting his signature hat, eyes, and moustache. There's a total of 52 different entities that can be "captured", including Goombas, Cheep-Cheeps, an actual human "New Donker" who pilots an RC car, traffic cones, a giant slab of meat, frogs, manhole covers, a tree, a few different statues, the letters that make up Mario's own name, and an actual realistic tyrannosaurus rex. This capture mechanic is used in a wide variety of different ways. Capturing a Cheep-Cheep for instance will make you no longer have to worry about air underwater. Capturing specific objects or enemies might also work to your advantage in puzzles, platforming segments, and even boss fights. The second boss you fight, for example, involves capturing her pet Chain Chomp and slamming it into her face to deal damage.

    Aside from Cappy, Mario's own moveset has gotten an upgrade, ensuring that the platforming is as fun as ever. All the iconic moves such as the backflip, sideways somersault, long jump, ground pound, and triple jump are still there; interspersed with new ones such as the ground pound jump, roll, and midair dive.

    To put this short and to wrap up my opinion on it, Super Mario Odyssey is an excellent installment to the 3D Mario series, capable of standing tall and proud with all its forefathers, even Super Mario 64 itself. If you're a long-time fan of the series, you're doing yourself a great disservice skipping this. If you're not, this may be an excellent entry point. I've never even been motivated enough to write a review for something before this, but I just have to here. I just have to tell everyone how great this game is, I can't help myself.    … Expand
  41. MarioLover
    Nov 3, 2017
    10
    It's the Mario Game I have always wanted
    The controls are Great and Cappy is really helpful im not gonna make this review to long but this is the best Mario Game to date (At least for me)
  42. Alternoj
    Nov 4, 2017
    10
    Increible, un mario graficamente perfecto y el mejor Mario de la historia, horas jugadas y no logro completarlo, el modo de juego es excelente y entro dos personas lo hace mejor.
  43. alexpues
    Nov 4, 2017
    10
    Imho simply outstanding!!!Everytime i play, my face smile doesn't change!!!!Every world is big enough for us completionist or collect-a-tonners for searching every corner for power moon!!!
  44. Persanic
    Nov 4, 2017
    10
    Mario Odyssey is innovation at its finest. This game is the most creative, most enjoyable, most visually stunning game I have ever played. I am a Nintendo fanboy, but even then its graphical design rivals XBOX. It doesn't just look nice, its controls and camera are like cheesecake! Seriously, the movement was the best part about this game. You can completely skip sections if you are aMario Odyssey is innovation at its finest. This game is the most creative, most enjoyable, most visually stunning game I have ever played. I am a Nintendo fanboy, but even then its graphical design rivals XBOX. It doesn't just look nice, its controls and camera are like cheesecake! Seriously, the movement was the best part about this game. You can completely skip sections if you are a skilled player. The soundtrack is also amazing. The only thing I did not like was the gliding sections in the Lost Kingdom and the confusing and boring at times Luncheon Kingdom. With that said those kingdoms are still amazing. This game also innovated the death system, usually when you die you would have 1UPS and when you lost all of them you went to the last world. This system was pretty frustrating so Nintendo updated it by taking 10 coins away from you. In this game coins matter because with them you can buy extremely fashionable clothes, more hearts, and even a power moon! I do feel the bosses were kind of easy but the final boss is really hard. In the post game there is even some fan service I don't want to spoil. This game is a must have for any game ever.… Expand
  45. FORGETxMExNOT
    Nov 4, 2017
    10
    An absolute treat for Switch owners alongside Zelda: Breath of the Wild that'll certainly give no one any second thoughts about picking up the new system just to experience it. Tight controls, beautiful soundtrack, inspired level design and probably one of the best (and not to mention unexpected) ending sequences I've seen in any Mario game to date. A definite 10/10*
  46. tohmais
    Nov 4, 2017
    10
    Mario Odyssey was a extremely enjoyable game from start to finish, and beyond. It's booming with creativity and intuitive design. The "Cap"ture ability is an extremely fun tool to play with. The game we got was worth the wait and anticipation. A Nintendo Switch is worth it just for this game. The movement is phenomenal, making unintentional skips and finding reward for it. It has anMario Odyssey was a extremely enjoyable game from start to finish, and beyond. It's booming with creativity and intuitive design. The "Cap"ture ability is an extremely fun tool to play with. The game we got was worth the wait and anticipation. A Nintendo Switch is worth it just for this game. The movement is phenomenal, making unintentional skips and finding reward for it. It has an average difficulty, however, the game supplements this with not being punished too much for mistakes. I think it should be a little harder, but it is an excellent game for newcomers to the 3D platforming genre. Overall, I highly recommend this game.… Expand
  47. TheShelow
    Nov 5, 2017
    10
    Una de las mejores experiencias que he tenido con un videojuego, escribo esto ya avisando que me he pasado el juego por completo y no hay nada que me encante mas que pasarte un juego y luego tener ganas de volver a jugarlo y no aburrirte, esto no me pasaba desde hace mucho tiempo, con zelda ocarina of time, espero con ganas una siguiente parte de mario odissey donde se puedan usar otrosUna de las mejores experiencias que he tenido con un videojuego, escribo esto ya avisando que me he pasado el juego por completo y no hay nada que me encante mas que pasarte un juego y luego tener ganas de volver a jugarlo y no aburrirte, esto no me pasaba desde hace mucho tiempo, con zelda ocarina of time, espero con ganas una siguiente parte de mario odissey donde se puedan usar otros tipos de enemigos, ya que siento, que esto fue lo único que hacia falta.… Expand
  48. meowingcat
    Nov 5, 2017
    10
    Great Graphics, scaling game play difficulty, easy to learn hard to master, vivid soundtrack and great level design. Nintendo brought forth an incredible new addition to the mario 3d series and it is as great as everyone says. It deserves the Game of the Year award more than any other game out there.
  49. MetaLukas
    Nov 5, 2017
    10
    It's amazing how this game not only lived up to the hype, but surpassed it by any and all measures. The graphics are great, the visuals are popping and unique, and it has the overall creativity and great game-play Nintendo has come to be known for. This game was so good it was the only reason I created this account, and you definitely get your bang for your buck. A definite must-play.
  50. Millez
    Nov 5, 2017
    10
    When I first saw this game in its announcement trailer, I was skeptical. But when Super Mario Odyssey released, those worries were all but destroyed. This game has amazing variety and really makes you feel like you're straight back in the Mario 64 and Mario Sunshine. I give this game a perfect score and I really recommend it!
  51. MasterCore
    Nov 5, 2017
    10
    Empezando por lo que mas critican graficos, Mario esta a la altura en esta aventura con un pulido y detalles a la altura de la generacion actual, el gameplay es una evolucion total a el mario 64, parece una segunda parte de este y tiene muchos giños a el como lo son los cuadros con niveles(o portales) la cantidad de objetivos y minijuegos te entretienen por mucho tiempo y aunque laEmpezando por lo que mas critican graficos, Mario esta a la altura en esta aventura con un pulido y detalles a la altura de la generacion actual, el gameplay es una evolucion total a el mario 64, parece una segunda parte de este y tiene muchos giños a el como lo son los cuadros con niveles(o portales) la cantidad de objetivos y minijuegos te entretienen por mucho tiempo y aunque la historia es basicamente lo mismo es algo que se deja a un lado, es un juego que engancha de principio a fin y con el cual puedes perder la nocion del tiempo. Espero que nintendo le expanda contenido. Ya que se hecha de menos un modo dificil como en Mario 3D Land. Pero aunque el juego es un clasico instantaneo sigo con un pensamiento firme hacia Zelda BOW como el faborito para GOTY… Expand
  52. Cuberian
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    So here is it Super Mario odyssey or better say super Mario galaxy 3(Easy laughter complete of nostalgia). Everything that you need to know about this game is that it is very qualitative 3d platformer lately which will steal from you devilishly many hours! And honestly it is enough to tell this reason to play this game.
  53. Luigi86101
    Nov 6, 2017
    10
    Okay this a review system I am trying out.

    Story: 4/5 This game wasn't meant to be huge on story, so I am going to lower the score to out of 5 for story specifically. Not too confusing, based on the end alone you most likely won't be disappointed. Just don't go in expecting the most complex story ever. Level Design: 15/15 One of the major parts of the game. The game is linear if you    Okay this a review system I am trying out.

    Story: 4/5 This game wasn't meant to be huge on story, so I am going to lower the score to out of 5 for story specifically. Not too confusing, based on the end alone you most likely won't be disappointed. Just don't go in expecting the most complex story ever.
    Level Design: 15/15 One of the major parts of the game. The game is linear if you want to just progress, but it seems huge despite the average sized maps if you are going to 100% or at least at your own pace.
    Music: 10/10 Songs like Cascade Kingdom, Jump up Superstar, Wooded Kingdom, (Trying to avoid spoilers) Second to last Kingdom, and the ending song are just a few of the many good songs in this game. When you enter a 2D level, the 8-bit Remixes are just as good.
    Battle System: 5/5 Lowered to 5 because it's simple but not confusing at all. With the capture ability you have many options for fighting. This is shown well in many of the unique boss fights in certain kingdoms.
    Replayability: 10/10 Amazing replayability. However, if you 100%ed the game on your first run, it could remove some of it. You may want to replay using certain challenges, to fins more moons, to speedrun the game, try out different options etc.
    Difficulty: 10/10 "The game is too easy" Yeah sure I want to see you attempt the Volleyball Challenge for 100 and the Final Level in the game. This game is easy if you want, and hard if you want. There are several easy moons but MANY more harder ones.
    NPCs: 10/10 Really creative. From skeletons with hats to forks to humans, this game has many unique NPCs. The new bosses and enemies are also really unique and all have a different way to be beaten.
    Graphics: 5/5 Graphics aren't everything, but this game has amazing graphics.
    Length: 5/5 Again, the game is as long as you want it to be. You can breeze through the game, collecting just the amount of moons needed to progress through each kingdom (120 minimum are needed to complete the game, taking about 1-5 hours), or you can 100% the game, try to beat you record on one of the many challenges in this game, or simply take your time with it (about 45-72, 2-12, 15-25 hours respectively)
    Exploration: 15/15 Out of 15 cause this is one of the main components of the game. The maps may be average-sized, but they seem HUGE. There are so many moons to be found. The game rewards you for being curious. There are MANY ways to get most of the power moons, and there are A LOT of moons.
    Impact on the series: 10/10 Super Mario 64, Super Mario Sunshine, and Super Mario Galaxy 1 and 2 are fan favorites for being an open, sandbox-like game with a lot to do. This game brings back those genres and it does not disappoint. With it being 7 years since the last sandbox style game, Super Mario Odyssey just leaves me wanting more.

    •Story 4/5

    •Level Design 15/15
    •Music 10/10
    •Battle System 10/10
    •Replayability 10/10
    •Difficulty 10/10
    •NPCs 10/10
    •Graphics 5/5
    •Length 10/10
    •Exploration 15/15
    •Impact 10/10

    Review from these points: 99/100

    Personal review: 100/100, story isn't everything.    … Expand
  54. EliKW
    Nov 6, 2017
    10
    Mario Odyssey was a beautiful game with amazing worlds and tight controls. It is on the easier side of things, but it is a Mario title so I wasn't expecting it to be a challenge anyway. The way they used Cappy was great and made it second nature by the time you beat the game. Overall Nintendo really knocked it out of the park with their latest Mario title.
  55. GamerGod7
    Nov 6, 2017
    10
    This is the best game i has ever played. It is SO much fun, I could not stop. The soundtracks are amazing. Could listen to them all day. Super fun gameplay, and tons of easter eggs and references. The graphics are amazing, and I feel like i'm inside the game. i can escape my boring life and enter the world of Mario. I highly suggest you buy this game, after beating it with all 999 stars, IThis is the best game i has ever played. It is SO much fun, I could not stop. The soundtracks are amazing. Could listen to them all day. Super fun gameplay, and tons of easter eggs and references. The graphics are amazing, and I feel like i'm inside the game. i can escape my boring life and enter the world of Mario. I highly suggest you buy this game, after beating it with all 999 stars, I my eyes got a bit wet. Back to my boring life :( This is by far, the best game i've ever played. i hate it when people rate the game 0/10 and haven't even played the game. Thank you Nintendo, for another amazing game!… Expand
  56. Screevo
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    It's 3D Mario to perfection. Amazing callbacks to Mario's past, gameplay with the right amount of challenge, pulling all the best things from SM64, Sunshine, 3DLand/World, and Galaxy/G2. Movement is fun, the visuals make me happy from start to finish.
  57. Ronkun26
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    El juego es genial, supera a Breath of the Wild y es el juego COMPLETO, sin micropagos, o politicas mierda. Super gráficos, super historia y el mejor gameplay que he usado!
  58. UnionJack0714
    Apr 20, 2018
    10
    A tribute to Mario's iconic past and the beginning of Mario's bright future. Super Mario Odyssey builds on what Mario 64 started, creative 3d platforming with adaptive easy to learn controls and a smooth well established camera, as well as complimenting what made Mario the gaming icon he is today with fun but annoyingly short 2d areas which left me wanting more and more of that 80sA tribute to Mario's iconic past and the beginning of Mario's bright future. Super Mario Odyssey builds on what Mario 64 started, creative 3d platforming with adaptive easy to learn controls and a smooth well established camera, as well as complimenting what made Mario the gaming icon he is today with fun but annoyingly short 2d areas which left me wanting more and more of that 80s nostalgia. Each world you visit in your journey doesn't overstay its welcome and is very consistent and smart about treating the player to wonderfully designed sandbox environments and well thought out mini challenges. The real highlight however isn't what we already know about 3d Mario, its what's new to the party. Mario on his predictable yet charmingly traditional journey to rescue Princess Peach from Bowser meets a new friend, the top hat shaped ghost named Cappy, who allows Mario to possess and control new and old enemies. One cant help but wonder how Nintendo come up with these insane ideas, but this mechanic is more than just your typical gimmick and proves that Nintendo still have the skill and genius to successfully supply joyful and mind blowing moments. Playing as a Bullet Bill, Goomba and other old enemies is beyond satisfying, but surprisingly the new enemies prove to be the best monsters to capture and play as. As well as your standard minions stopping you in your path, you'll also meet some of the best bosses in Mario's history, one of them in particular left me speechless and I'm sure will do the same to you. The game is a jaw dropping package of new ideas built on a solid foundation made by previous Mario games, and im thrilled to say that this is yet another Masterpiece by Nintendo. This is a very easy 10/10… Expand
  59. daniprick
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    i had the best time with this game i didnt have in years! perfect level design. beautifull graphics for a that small system! and the controls and gameplay are just no words for... this game is better than any other of its kind hope you all agree!
  60. KingKoopa227
    Nov 7, 2017
    10
    You know what? Before the game was released, I had some doubts that the game was over-hyped, ya know? As the release date approached, I didn't have high expectations for this game. When it finally released, I decided to purchase the game, load it into the Switch, and start playing. It has been a week since I had finished the game. What I can say is that the game is outstanding. NintendoYou know what? Before the game was released, I had some doubts that the game was over-hyped, ya know? As the release date approached, I didn't have high expectations for this game. When it finally released, I decided to purchase the game, load it into the Switch, and start playing. It has been a week since I had finished the game. What I can say is that the game is outstanding. Nintendo took all the open world Mario games like Mario Sunshine, SM64 and Super Mario Galaxy to name a few and mixed it along with new mechanics and into what is now called Super Mario Odyssey. The game, in all honesty, was mostly easy. That begins to change when you realize that you need to collect all 999 Power Moons to unlock something once completed. Aside from this, the gameplay was fun! Very, very fun! The story was fantastic, the ending BLEW MY MIND! I don't want to spoil the ending, so it is best you buy it and play it yourself. The game's rating is definitely well worth. Nintendo is leading a great future, and I, along with others, will support them till the end!… Expand
  61. TheCzar
    Nov 8, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Super Mario Odyssey can be described in one word: joyful.

    Every minute I play this game, I have a huge smile on my face, enjoying every minute. From the kingdom to the last, every moment is just a joy.

    Mario controls better than ever before. Cappy is a great innovation to the series. Movement is much more varied than before, thus bringing a ton of creativity into how you can get from one place to the next.

    Spoilers from here on:

    My two favorite levels have to be the final level of the main series after defeating Bowser and, by far my favorite level in this game and probably any game ever, is the festival at the end of New Donk City. The amazing song mixed with the incredible throwback game play truly made me emotional and close to the point of tears for a video game that, with respect to the game, has no right of doing. I have cried during two games before for different reasons. The Last of Us because of the raw drama and storytelling and Super Mario Odyssey because of the sheer beauty of the game and joy I have playing it.

    That all being said, I genuinely think 2017 will go down as one of the best years Nintendo has ever had. From the success of the Switch to the grandiose Breath of the Wild to the joyful Mario Odyssey, this has been a great year for Nintendo. Even games that aren't as popular, like Splatoon 2, are still phenomenal games.

    Nintendo has truly hit a home run in 2017.    … Expand
  62. Br8y2020
    Nov 8, 2017
    10
    After a long 7 years since the last TRUE 3D Mario game, we finally get a breath of fresh air. After the amazing game that was Breath of the Wild, it was Mario's turn at the helm. I loved every bit of this game. The Cappy mechanic was absolutely creative and fun to use, I wasn't even mad at the motion controls this time around!! The music and the kingdoms were all diverse and stood out fromAfter a long 7 years since the last TRUE 3D Mario game, we finally get a breath of fresh air. After the amazing game that was Breath of the Wild, it was Mario's turn at the helm. I loved every bit of this game. The Cappy mechanic was absolutely creative and fun to use, I wasn't even mad at the motion controls this time around!! The music and the kingdoms were all diverse and stood out from each other. The ending to the game is a major surprise, and after the main story, there is SO MUCH more to do, especially is you're a fan of Mario 64. I loved this game all the way through, and I can't wait to see what's in store for the ex-plumber in the future.… Expand
  63. Equinox_
    Nov 8, 2017
    10
    Great game with a ton of content. Graphics are spectacular.
    it has a great open world to explore with a interesting capture ability.
    Best movement options in a game I have ever experienced.
    I'm utterly speechless at how good this game is.
  64. Blocs
    Nov 9, 2017
    10
    Great game. I play with both my daughters. Mario will be forever. Great mechanics, lovely visuals. A lot of content. I thing that it is the best platformed for the last few years. 10 of 10.
  65. ChrisHD
    Nov 9, 2017
    10
    Es el juego de Super Mario más completo que he jugado, incluye nuevas mecánicas, aunque se pierde un poco el factor sorpresa de los bloques con signo de interrogación puesto que sólo hay corazones y monedas, pero lo compensa con cappy ya que en todos los mundos hay diversos objetos que hacen que parezca que cada mundo es un juego distinto! lo único que puedo agregar es que este es el mejorEs el juego de Super Mario más completo que he jugado, incluye nuevas mecánicas, aunque se pierde un poco el factor sorpresa de los bloques con signo de interrogación puesto que sólo hay corazones y monedas, pero lo compensa con cappy ya que en todos los mundos hay diversos objetos que hacen que parezca que cada mundo es un juego distinto! lo único que puedo agregar es que este es el mejor juego del año sin ninguna duda.… Expand
  66. ZyablikRus
    Nov 9, 2017
    10
    Про новое приключение Марио можно говорить бесконечно это чудесная игра, которая, не удивлюсь, имеет шанс стать игрой года. Полный обзор тут: https://youtu.be/V8o27UmNhOc
  67. syhpay
    Nov 15, 2017
    10
    Well, i can finally say what do i think about this game. I haven't done it yet, but i saw all i need for review.
    So, game is perfect. Its not as good for me as ZeldaBoTW, but mario is still cool.
    it do not have an open-world, but the world is so beautiful, in some condition it ever better. 1080p resolution vs 900p in zelda, and its way more colorful. I was just shocked when i understood    Well, i can finally say what do i think about this game. I haven't done it yet, but i saw all i need for review.
    So, game is perfect. Its not as good for me as ZeldaBoTW, but mario is still cool.
    it do not have an open-world, but the world is so beautiful, in some condition it ever better. 1080p resolution vs 900p in zelda, and its way more colorful.
    I was just shocked when i understood that game do not uses all the buttons of controllers, but in hour i realised that they were replaced by motion controls. And a little bit more about gamepads (joy cons and pro controller) abilities, about hd vibration. Its first AAA title on NSwitch using its in that way, you dont need sound while playing you feel the game without it, because the vibration is 10 out of 10.

    I don't think i need to say something more, this game is necessary to try. I think its true 10/10.    … Expand
  68. almogz9
    Nov 10, 2017
    10
    enough has been said about how amazing this game is I want to reply to the haters about the graphics dont you get it? yeah they are not up to par with any modern game but 1 it disguises its 900p with its gorgeous artstyle and the graphics are good enough to deliver good gameplay. another complaint i heard its too easy well its mainly true but again how is it hurting the gameplay odysseyenough has been said about how amazing this game is I want to reply to the haters about the graphics dont you get it? yeah they are not up to par with any modern game but 1 it disguises its 900p with its gorgeous artstyle and the graphics are good enough to deliver good gameplay. another complaint i heard its too easy well its mainly true but again how is it hurting the gameplay odyssey isnt a game about overcoming chalenges or feeling godd for passing a hard section its about exploration whats here whats there and its lack of challenge is making this game pure fun no zelda botw ish dark souls ish cuphead ish kind of game where the gameplay is basiclly there is a challenge frustration frustration big satisfaction. yeah finding a moon in odyssey isnt as fun as beating a shrine in zelda but the exploration the veriaty and the pure fun is what gives this game a 10/10… Expand
  69. Montucky
    Nov 10, 2017
    10
    I haven't completed a Mario game since Super Mario 64. I was absolutely captivated by everything Super Mario Odyssey had to offer. There is something undeniably charming about a Mario game that weaves threads of Mario of games past into new ones with such subtlety and ingenuity. I've already completed my first play-through and I am without a doubt ready to play it again.
  70. Disgusted_DDD
    Nov 10, 2017
    10
    Super Mario Odyssey is a fresh new breath into the Super Mario series it desperately needed during the times of New Super Mario Bros. 2 and New Super Mario Bros. U. Returning to the exploration-based formula from Super Mario 64, Super Mario Odyssey provides a fantastically open adventure with the most non-linear Mario game released so far. Most of the main bosses can be skipped if you findSuper Mario Odyssey is a fresh new breath into the Super Mario series it desperately needed during the times of New Super Mario Bros. 2 and New Super Mario Bros. U. Returning to the exploration-based formula from Super Mario 64, Super Mario Odyssey provides a fantastically open adventure with the most non-linear Mario game released so far. Most of the main bosses can be skipped if you find enough Power Moons before you encounter them. The game takes many new and experimental leaps for the Super Mario franchise, with many additions such as giant sandbox-like worlds, memorable NPCs and enemies, and the first song in a Mario game with full lyrics, “Jump Up, Super Star!” (not counting spin-offs and promotional material) The controls are tight and responsive, and even though some moves with the capture ability require motion controls, there are button combinations for many of the moves that seem like they require motion. (Example: with a captured Cheep-Cheep, you can shake your controller to attack or press the B and Y buttons.) The capture mechanic is fun, and I had a blast finding out what I could transform into. Overall, Super Mario Odyssey is a fantastic experience that will be remembered fondly as the Super Mario 64 of this generation of kids. If you have a switch, buy this game.… Expand
  71. andrehen
    Nov 10, 2017
    10
    This game is so addictive!!! it has the classic old-school mechanics from Super Mario 64 but with re-imagined new mechanics, Its is s o fun to capture an enemy and have the way you play changed!!! And what amuses me the most, is the layers this game have. It has the entry player layer, wich is at most very easy and enjoyable to play. BUT as you progresses in the game, you discover newThis game is so addictive!!! it has the classic old-school mechanics from Super Mario 64 but with re-imagined new mechanics, Its is s o fun to capture an enemy and have the way you play changed!!! And what amuses me the most, is the layers this game have. It has the entry player layer, wich is at most very easy and enjoyable to play. BUT as you progresses in the game, you discover new tricks, wich you can challenge yourself to reach a lot of areas using only advanced movements. Also, there IS super hard levels, meant only for the most experienced players, these levels are kind of hidden, but any serious gamer can discover without any help from walkthroughs. This is a SUPER GAME!!! The kind you don't see very often!.… Expand
  72. e3Azy
    Nov 11, 2017
    10
    (Spoilers insue)

    This game. THIS GAME. WHERE TO START!? This game is magical. End of story. It’s explore-y aspect is even more prominent than in Breath of the Wild! And this is a Mario game! The story is basic, but WHO CARES!!!??? It’s a Mario game, and even if the story is basic it’s still somewhat different to the “Bowser kidnaped peach go find her” classic. The amount of    (Spoilers insue)

    This game. THIS GAME. WHERE TO START!?

    This game is magical. End of story. It’s explore-y aspect is even more prominent than in Breath of the Wild! And this is a Mario game! The story is basic, but WHO CARES!!!??? It’s a Mario game, and even if the story is basic it’s still somewhat different to the “Bowser kidnaped peach go find her” classic.

    The amount of uniqueness and character in this game is overwhelming, and even after you finish the main story, even MORE content is unlocked with these moon rock thingies you can find and activate which spews moons into whatever kingdom (world, essentially) you’re in. (Moons are basically like stars/shine sprites from other games)

    The game starts you off in a rather linear, but awesome area! It’s unique in a sense because it isn’t that basic green grass blue sky w1-1 sort of level we’re used to. It’s almost completely different, and it is called the Cap Kingdom. (Bonneton). once you finish the tutorial section it becomes way more explorable and non-linear. It just shows you the pure scope of this game. Don’t even get me started on the size and possibilities of each kingdom. There are 999 moons to collect in the game. Quick example right there.

    The 8-bit sections are so classic, and probably bring nostalgia to those who played the original Mario Bros for the NES (there is one section very similar to the original arcade game “Donkey Kong). Speaking about classic, there’s a whole kingdom based off of Mario 64 (1995 for the N64) and a costume that looks exactly like Mario’s character model of THAT game, with the low tri model and everything. Pretty cool.

    The boss fights are also unique, and different for a platformer. They aren’t the basic koopalings anymore. They’re the broodals, and I see them as very personalized. I won’t get into them much. (You also fight a realistic dragon at the end of the game which is spectacular).

    You're constantly finding secrets you’d never expect, and rooms filled with surprises. There were so many moments in this game where my jaw dropped, and when my jaw wasn’t hitting the ground, I was smiling broadly.

    The game becomes rather difficult with the unlocked content post game, with some extremely hard challenges, etcetera. Challenges that require you to do precise movements in order to retrieve a moon or two. Again, while I’m on the topic of movement. The amount of movements there are are simply amazing. There are the classic long jump, ground pound, triple jump, wall jump, backwards somersault and side somersault, but now there are the dive, the dive jump, the ground pound jump, the cap throw, the cap jump, the roll, the upward cap throw, the downward cap throw, the spinning cap throw, the cap throw and hold, the homing cap throw, a spin, and even more moves with the new mounts introduced (which I will get to later) but, yeah. That’s a lot of moves. And they can be used to get places you thought you’d never get to. And you get rewarded for going places you never thought you could. It just shows the pure genious design of this game. (This does require practice though)

    Now.. now the mounts. There are 2 new mounts you can control in this game. The jaxi (a very fast, sphinx like jaguar taxi you pay 30 coins to ride) and a motor scooter, or moped. (A fast, drivable scooter found in New Donk City and The Mushroom Kingdom). They are both used for puzzles, and are fun to ride around different areas.

    So... I haven’t even gotten to the main mechanic of this game... capturing. (Or possessing as I would call it) capturing is a basic action you can do by throwing your hat at certain creatures (and sometimes inanimate objects) and once you do, the creature will magically grow a moustache, obtain mario’s signature hat and put blue eye contacts in, and you now have complete control over it and it's abilities. Pretty sweet, if I do say so myself. This mechanic is used TONS throughout the game with TONS of different things to capture, including and not limited to a huge piece of meat.

    Now here comes a feature I wasn’t to keen on, but loved. Costumes. You can get them in all kingdoms with a full sized crazy cap shop, and they are so fun. (You can get them other ways, too) They are just (take the “just” lightly) ways to dress up your personalized Mario.

    In short best game ever. Buy it. I wish the smaller kingdoms like the ruined kingdom, cloud kingdom and lost kingdom could be slightly expanded upon with no cost, but you can’t get everything you want in life.    … Expand
  73. LittleMidget
    Nov 11, 2017
    10
    This Mario game brings back the classic 3D formula from Super Mario 64 and Sunshine. Cappy is a great tool to make some awesome tricks and skip parts of the game for speed runners, and the game also congratulates you for getting places you normally wouldn't be able to reach through normal means, and this is something i really enjoy. Overall Mario's new adventure is a great adventure and IThis Mario game brings back the classic 3D formula from Super Mario 64 and Sunshine. Cappy is a great tool to make some awesome tricks and skip parts of the game for speed runners, and the game also congratulates you for getting places you normally wouldn't be able to reach through normal means, and this is something i really enjoy. Overall Mario's new adventure is a great adventure and I recommend this to anyone who owns a switch.… Expand
  74. Alzz
    Nov 11, 2017
    10
    A wonderful, stunning game filled with heavy throwbacks to previous games. Super Mario Odysseys new capture mechanic adds for lots of brand new gameplay. Mario's move-set is greatly improved with new moves such as the roll, and with the help of Cappy, Mario can perform some tricky, complex jumps. The different worlds in this game are extremely fun to explore through, with secrets hidingA wonderful, stunning game filled with heavy throwbacks to previous games. Super Mario Odysseys new capture mechanic adds for lots of brand new gameplay. Mario's move-set is greatly improved with new moves such as the roll, and with the help of Cappy, Mario can perform some tricky, complex jumps. The different worlds in this game are extremely fun to explore through, with secrets hiding around every corner. The game requires your to explore every corner in order to find over 800 moons. Although there aren't a lot of difficult platforming sections, the difficulty in the location of the moons easily makes up for it. Super Mario Odyssey is a phenomenal game and is definitely worth picking up if you're looking for a fun, beautiful, open-world, classic Mario game.… Expand
  75. odysseymaster
    Nov 12, 2017
    10
    this is the best game ever.not the best mario ever, The Best game ever. if i had had the possibility to giveto it 11/10 i would have done it.
    nintendo can do miracles.
    this and breath of the wild are the masterpieces of gaming .
  76. StrikedSky
    Mar 17, 2018
    10
    Wirklich das beste Mario seit Langem! Zwar echt einfach, aber es macht tierisch Spaß und man ist motiviert es wieder und wieder zu spielen. Sehr cool fand ich viele Anekdoten an andere Spiele, das hat einen zum Schmunzeln gebracht.

    Einfach ein klasse Spiel, es gibt nichts auszusetzen. Top!
  77. shankyanan
    Nov 25, 2017
    10
    Bought this game just yesterday, while looking for black friday deals for PS4 games, It wasnt even on sale but I decided that this was better than 2 half-interesting games for a console I dont like, I was not wrong: Played it all night, playing it all today aswell
  78. saaampe
    Nov 12, 2017
    10
    Honestly the best game I have ever played, If you haven't played it, stop reading reviews and go buy it. The main story is better than most mario storys, however that is not the main selling point for the game. The main selling point is how darn fun it is to play, I have not had a single boring moment since I started. I made my account on this site to explain to you how good this game is.Honestly the best game I have ever played, If you haven't played it, stop reading reviews and go buy it. The main story is better than most mario storys, however that is not the main selling point for the game. The main selling point is how darn fun it is to play, I have not had a single boring moment since I started. I made my account on this site to explain to you how good this game is. Just play it already… Expand
  79. SamFairc
    Nov 12, 2017
    10
    Super Mario Odyssey is a standout title sure to become a modern age classic . New environments combine perfectly with fluid controls similar to those of days past to form a title so fun , that you won’t be able to put don your joycon or Pro Controller until the end of the final kingdom . Nintendo’s catering to speed runners is an example to behold , hiding all manners of secrets all overSuper Mario Odyssey is a standout title sure to become a modern age classic . New environments combine perfectly with fluid controls similar to those of days past to form a title so fun , that you won’t be able to put don your joycon or Pro Controller until the end of the final kingdom . Nintendo’s catering to speed runners is an example to behold , hiding all manners of secrets all over the map only for the most skilled players and completionists .… Expand
  80. warZ3bra
    Nov 14, 2017
    10
    No season pass
    No microtransactions
    Amazing level design
    Amazing sound design
    Amazing performance
    Amazing art direction
    just buy this and prepare for an experience unlike anything else on the market right now.

    Nintendo are hitting it out of the park.
  81. BenRiley83
    Nov 14, 2017
    10
    Simply one of the best games ever made in the history of gaming! Go out and buy it! Not only is it incredibly fun, but it's incredibly wonderful to explore and let your imagination run wild. There's so much to do and so much to discover! Get out there and start your adventure!
  82. Isaac1010
    Nov 14, 2017
    10
    Finished this game tonight.
    I was skeptical, but I loved it all.
    It’s easy, but it doesn’t need to be difficult to be great. And once you finish it you are greeted with a much larger game than before. You can go nuts collecting every single moon, and there are tons, plus achievements (which could have been linked to the nintendo occount, this is really the only problem I have with the game)
  83. Sai_K
    Dec 4, 2017
    10
    Absolutely beautiful and stunning game. Some many fresh new mechanics and ideas. The detail put into this game is honestly astonishing. Such a fun experience to have and play. Best Mario game I've ever played so far.
  84. MarioBrax
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really don't understand why people are giving this game 0/10's for no reason at all. This game is absolutely incredible. The game-play is really fun, Mario controls smoothly, the move-set is great, and Cappy is a great addition to this game. When I first started playing this game, I felt a spark in my heart and I was extremely happy to be playing this game. The final boss was amazing. Capturing Bowser was unexpected for. The ending wasn't very great, but it was pretty hilarious. Seeing Mario comfort Bowser after both of them being rejected by Peach made me giggle a bit. Buy this game, It's amazing and I think you'll enjoy it as much as I did.… Expand
  85. Watermekoen
    Nov 15, 2017
    10
    Its definetly a very fun game to play. The graphics are good, gameplay is fun and i really like the different kingdoms.
    The only thing im wishing at the moment is a mario sunshine dlc pack haha!
  86. parham76
    Nov 15, 2017
    10
    This Mario Odyssey is 100% pure fun and a piece of art. A true successor to the 3D Mario, including especially the first one Mario 64.

    Every world - called kingdom - is packed with details and gameplay, especially the transformations which replace the power up: Mario can use his cap to take control of various elements or ennemis. It’s technically beautiful, charming, innovative.    This Mario Odyssey is 100% pure fun and a piece of art. A true successor to the 3D Mario, including especially the first one Mario 64.

    Every world - called kingdom - is packed with details and gameplay, especially the transformations which replace the power up: Mario can use his cap to take control of various elements or ennemis. It’s technically beautiful, charming, innovative.

    Nintendo made the formula a little bit different this time: the moons you collect can be easy or difficult depending on how far the player wants to go. There are so many... In other words, the player choose the difficulty. It can be frustrating, but the curious ones won’t have any problem looking around.

    The game is enough to justify the Switch. It’s one of those industry changing games that you get every decade or so.This Mario Odyssey is 100% pure fun and a piece of art. A true successor to the 3D Mario, including especially the first one Mario 64.

    Every world - called kingdom - is packed with details and gameplay, especially the transformations which replace the power up: Mario can use his cap to take control of various elements or ennemis. It’s technically beautiful, charming, innovative.

    Nintendo made the formula a little bit different this time: the moons you collect can be easy or difficult depending on how far the player wants to go. There are so many... In other words, the player choose the difficulty. It can be frustrating, but the curious ones won’t have any problem looking around.

    The game is enough to justify the Switch. It’s one of those industry changing games that you get every decade or so.    … Expand
  87. maxtor27
    Nov 15, 2017
    10
    This isn't a game, it's an experience. Every kingdom in this game is so beautiful and different, nothing like we've ever seen in a Mario game before. It really resembles Mario 64, just having fun in every aspect of the game. The capture mechanic is just amazing, and instead of making a game surrounding and using the potential of a couple of these, each kingdom has new captures which inThis isn't a game, it's an experience. Every kingdom in this game is so beautiful and different, nothing like we've ever seen in a Mario game before. It really resembles Mario 64, just having fun in every aspect of the game. The capture mechanic is just amazing, and instead of making a game surrounding and using the potential of a couple of these, each kingdom has new captures which in total adds up to 52! Controlling Mario has never felt better, with his expanded move-set, and getting up to new places using these moves feels very rewarding. The bosses are quite easy, the Broodals in particular, but the mid-game and final Bowser fights are simply epic, leading to an amazing ending to a marvelous game.… Expand
  88. juliocl
    Nov 15, 2017
    10
    Design brilhante, gameplay fluido e MUITA coisa para descobrir no jogo. Embora outras pessoas tenham algumas poucas dificuldade com a câmera, devo dizer que em minhas mais de 60 horas com o jogo não experimentei um problema sequer com ela. O único inconveniente, por culpa do sistema e não do game, é a desconexão/assincronia do joy-con esquerdo, um problema já crônico para quem comprou oDesign brilhante, gameplay fluido e MUITA coisa para descobrir no jogo. Embora outras pessoas tenham algumas poucas dificuldade com a câmera, devo dizer que em minhas mais de 60 horas com o jogo não experimentei um problema sequer com ela. O único inconveniente, por culpa do sistema e não do game, é a desconexão/assincronia do joy-con esquerdo, um problema já crônico para quem comprou o primeiro lote de Switch. Ademais, o jogo reúne o que há de melhor em Mario desde os anos 1980.… Expand
  89. maxgreat73
    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.
  90. jeffduy11
    Nov 15, 2017
    10
    me imaginaba algo muy distinto... pero nintendo sabe siempre como hacer buenos juegos, y no hablo solo de jugabilidad, los gráficos también son hermosos en cada lugar!
  91. adribikes
    Nov 15, 2017
    10
    Super Mario Odyssey is a modern masterpiece. It feels as natural as the classic, Mario 64, but also new and refreshing with Cappy and the capture ability. It captures the essence of what makes Mario such an amazing game. I cannot wait for a sequel.
  92. BumFrontMan
    Nov 19, 2017
    10
    Played this at a friends house last week, I was hooked and didn't want to go home. Will be getting my own Switch very soon, if only for this game. Recommended
  93. Gorontoday
    Nov 16, 2017
    10
    This is the best Super Mario Game ever made. You have freedom to do everything at your own pace, there are some linears levels inside the open world lands but is so addictive. It gives you hours and hours of content. My favorite game was Mario 64 and i never though nintendo could do a better mario game. This is proof that a single player platform adventure game works. Buy this game. ForThis is the best Super Mario Game ever made. You have freedom to do everything at your own pace, there are some linears levels inside the open world lands but is so addictive. It gives you hours and hours of content. My favorite game was Mario 64 and i never though nintendo could do a better mario game. This is proof that a single player platform adventure game works. Buy this game. For me is one of the best games of the year.… Expand
  94. maria9999
    Nov 16, 2017
    10
    I am just lost for words. The spirit of Super Mario 64 and Super Mario Sunshine lives on in this game. It was as if I stepped into a portal to my childhood. I highly recommend the "single joy-con in each hand" motion control scheme. The motions controls feel so intuitive and really enhance the gameplay. Cappy serves as a great sidekick, with his boomerang and capture abilities providing aI am just lost for words. The spirit of Super Mario 64 and Super Mario Sunshine lives on in this game. It was as if I stepped into a portal to my childhood. I highly recommend the "single joy-con in each hand" motion control scheme. The motions controls feel so intuitive and really enhance the gameplay. Cappy serves as a great sidekick, with his boomerang and capture abilities providing a refreshing take on the classic 3D Mario Mechanics. Visually, it is a gorgeous game. It maintains 60 fps consistently in both mobile and docked. There seems to be a variety of different environments in this game, unlike Super Mario Galaxy and Sunshine. While those games followed a common theme, Odyssey takes influence from Super Mario 64 and Super Mario World in that there is a (Spoilers) desert world, ghost world. tropical world, metro world, etc. The music is phenomenal. I recommend that everyone use a headset to truly appreciate it. I had chills running down my spine once I heard the theme from the Switch Presentation Trailer for Odyssey. No other franchise has made as big of an impact on the gaming industry as Mario. He is the Micky Mouse of gaming. This game can be enjoyed by anyone. Enthusiast gamers. Father/Mother playing with his or her kids. Teenagers. Anyone. I had lost faith in Nintendo during the Wii U generation. They have absolutely blown me away with putting out masterpieces such as Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey. These 2 games make the Switchh worth it. I must also add that this year has been incredible for gaming. Besides Mario and Zelda, we had Persona 5, Cuphead, Horizon Zero Dawn, Nier, Nioh, Divinity. Instead of debating Game of the Years. We should declare 2017 as the Year of the Games. I hope everyone enjoys these games as much as I have. Collapse… Expand
  95. Tortor
    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.
  96. KyujiTheEmperor
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    SUPER MARIO ODYSSEY IS THE BEST GAME I EVER SEEN ON MY LIFE :O GOOD GAMEPLAY GOOD ENTERTAINMENT GOOD GRAPHICS ALL IS GOOD ON THIS GAME HAHA GO BUY I NOW GUYYYYSSSS
  97. henkiee3000
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    een van d beste mario games in lange tijden. speel met msrio en zijn vriend cappy in super mooie kongkrijkem en help de bewoners bowser te verslaan. Deze kingdoms zijn zo super mooi echt een aanrader,
  98. michellelynn097
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    Simply a one of a kind game that is right in there with BoTW for best game of the year. Mario Odyssey has huge worlds for Mario to explore, you can go back and forth which gives you more freedom. The hat possession is brilliant and I love how Mario's ability changes based who he possesses. The graphics are sharp and crisp and the textures just sparkle. This should be a front runner forSimply a one of a kind game that is right in there with BoTW for best game of the year. Mario Odyssey has huge worlds for Mario to explore, you can go back and forth which gives you more freedom. The hat possession is brilliant and I love how Mario's ability changes based who he possesses. The graphics are sharp and crisp and the textures just sparkle. This should be a front runner for game of the year, but BoTW still looms. Why not give it to both?… Expand
  99. MMAfan1982
    Nov 17, 2017
    10
    This is a great game no matter if you're young or old, Its an easy to pick up game which make it great for on the go gaming, There are a ton of subtle throwbacks to the other Mario games such as Mario 64. I skipped the Wii and the Wii U so i'm not sure how it stacks up to the galaxy games but i have played sunshine and compared to it it think its a great upgrade to a great gave if youThis is a great game no matter if you're young or old, Its an easy to pick up game which make it great for on the go gaming, There are a ton of subtle throwbacks to the other Mario games such as Mario 64. I skipped the Wii and the Wii U so i'm not sure how it stacks up to the galaxy games but i have played sunshine and compared to it it think its a great upgrade to a great gave if you know what i mean… Expand
  100. kyleiboss44
    Nov 18, 2017
    10
    I just love this game. Its fun and most of all its satisfying when you find moons. I love the fact that you could turn into anything and when you complete the game there is still soo much more to do. This game deserves the reviews its getting and not 0s people are giving it because its 'too easy'. To me its fun and a challenge to find all the moons.
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  1. Pocket Tactics
    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.
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  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]
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