Super Mario Odyssey

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8.9

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  1. PowerGamer310
    Jan 11, 2019
    10
    This is a masterpiece. If you ask me this is the greatest game Nintendo has ever made. The best 3D plat-former of all time. If you have a Switch and don't plan on getting this, sell the freaking Switch because this game is a must own.
  2. KrimsonKatt
    Jan 10, 2019
    10
    This is by far the best Mario platforming experience of all time. Here is why. Mario feels perfect to control. There are so many options to move around massive, beautiful, and breathtaking locations like a colorful volcano made up food, a rusty greenhouse and deep scary forest controlled by friendly robots, the black and white cap kingdom, and even bower's castle is unique, having aThis is by far the best Mario platforming experience of all time. Here is why. Mario feels perfect to control. There are so many options to move around massive, beautiful, and breathtaking locations like a colorful volcano made up food, a rusty greenhouse and deep scary forest controlled by friendly robots, the black and white cap kingdom, and even bower's castle is unique, having a Japanese/samurai theme. Mario moves perfectly, the controls are the best in any Mario game, and there is so much to see and do. Many mini games, like racing, playing volleyball, doing jump robe, racing tiny micro-machines, and so much more not counting the main collectible, moons. Like with Super Mario 64, you can collect the moons in (mostly) any order you choose. However this time Moons are much more common and you can collect them in many different unique ways like planting and watering seeds, completing an obstacle course, finding hidden treasure, getting a high enough score in a mini game, ground pounding in certain spots, solving a puzzle, using hint art, or even just finding them lying around randomly. However, this game's biggest feature is the capture mechanic. Instead of traditional power-ups, Mario can you his new companion Cappy to possess almost every enemy in the game to solve puzzles, defeat bosses, collect hidden moons, or even just for faster travel. Story missions are fun and varied, and you can even skip most of them if you so choose. This a speed runner's heaven, as there are so many tricks, secrets, and shortcuts to find and discover to shave seconds and make your run extra efficient. This is especially true with the amazing controls. If you are looking at getting into speed-running, this is the place to start. Super Mario Odyssey is a masterpiece beyond words, and if you have a Nintendo Switch it is a sin to not have this game in your library, physical or digital. Even if you somehow don't have a switch yet, this game alone should sell you on it. It sure did for me.… Expand
  3. thgorr
    Jan 10, 2019
    10
    The BEST Mario game ever! It mixes elements of the classic Mario 2D platform games, Mario 64 and the 'magical' vibes of the new ones, like Galaxy.
  4. 85Roccy
    Jan 9, 2019
    9
    Super Mario Odyssey is a masterpiece of modern gaming. From it's beautiful scenery all the way down to its immensely satisfying mechanics. Level design is an absolute dream that i personally thought topped Sunshine. To put that in perspective, i never thought that Nintendo would EVER put out a Mario title to surpass Sunshine. Yet, they have done it. The games graphical style is varied andSuper Mario Odyssey is a masterpiece of modern gaming. From it's beautiful scenery all the way down to its immensely satisfying mechanics. Level design is an absolute dream that i personally thought topped Sunshine. To put that in perspective, i never thought that Nintendo would EVER put out a Mario title to surpass Sunshine. Yet, they have done it. The games graphical style is varied and filled with whimsy, and the same can be said about the score. Almost everything about this game is pure perfection. Almost.
    I only had one real gripe with my time with Odyssey. The role the motion controls play is far too prevalent. There is a setting to "turn off" motion controls but then you're advanced movement mechanics are essentially wiped out. I could very well be a bumbling idiot and just not be able to find button combinations for these mechanics, but, in my defence, those combinations should not be hard to find.
    With all that said, Super Mario Odyssey is a milestone in modern gaming and will be revered for years to come. It is an instant classic.

    Graphics-10
    Music-10
    Controls-8
    Core mechanics-9
    Story-9    … Expand
  5. Sonic-Mario
    Jan 5, 2019
    10
    Super Mario Odyessey is like Super Mario World's sister and Super Mario Land's brother. With the epic experience that Super Mario World brought, the addition of kingdoms from Super Mario Land, along with more enemies, and the 3D feel of Super Mario 64, this is a true masterpiece.
  6. PannacottaFugo
    Jan 4, 2019
    10
    I personally have never liked 3D platformers and collectathons but SMO has the be the greatest one I've played yet. It has a ton of unique and very fantastic worlds that allow the most creative way of traversing the levels thanks to Cappy and helping you transform into the enemy's. This was a GOTY contender so you already now that this game is very high quality.
  7. Eweknow
    Jan 3, 2019
    10
    Wow i thought that i would never give a game a 10 rating but for me this game was flawless. In mario galaxy it's all linier with only one star in each level. This is a game that the mario galaxy series should have been more like,an open world experience that encourages exploration with the use of finding 25-60 power moons in each different kingdom with many iconic and hidden areas toWow i thought that i would never give a game a 10 rating but for me this game was flawless. In mario galaxy it's all linier with only one star in each level. This is a game that the mario galaxy series should have been more like,an open world experience that encourages exploration with the use of finding 25-60 power moons in each different kingdom with many iconic and hidden areas to where each power moon is located. I like mario galaxy as well but this game surpasses galaxy in every way possible.Everything about mario odyssey is flawless.The controls are crips and are on time with very few delays.The gameplay is the best that i've ever seen in a video game.Instead of being the same mario play from time and time again,they created a whole new original setting and concept with in a new fresh world to explore.The kingdoms that you visit are visually and aesthetically beautiful to look at and be a part of.I really cant think of a flaw that this masterpieces has so i give it all i can.… Expand
  8. Bbplayer
    Jan 3, 2019
    8
    Super Mario Odyssey is a great time. Amazing looking worlds and tons of variety. Highly recommend it.
  9. BryanHan
    Jan 2, 2019
    10
    Awesome game for the first switch Mario game it was fantastic, amazing. For all the mario game I played not to hard not to easy. Awesome world designs, Graphics got really developed. Story always same but it's real fun to travel all the worlds and stages. Open your wallet
  10. R3dPl4ys
    Dec 31, 2018
    10
    I recommend this game because it is one of the best 3D Mario games out there.The graphics look amazing,the control movement is great and I gotta say that this is amazing game to play.
  11. Justanepicgamer
    Dec 31, 2018
    10
    Super Mario Odyssey is literally my favorite game of all time. It is really the successor to Super Mario 64 in almost every aspect. Like really, it does a lot of things so well. I've just finished the game (100%) for the second time and it's just that good.

    The story of this game is simple and straight to the point. It is very easy to follow and it's not just like your generic Mario    Super Mario Odyssey is literally my favorite game of all time. It is really the successor to Super Mario 64 in almost every aspect. Like really, it does a lot of things so well. I've just finished the game (100%) for the second time and it's just that good.

    The story of this game is simple and straight to the point. It is very easy to follow and it's not just like your generic Mario game. Sure, Princess Peach got captured again, but this time it's different. I won't get to details because spoilers, and I want this review to be as helpful as possible. It may not be as good as Galaxy 1, but I do appreciate the amount of effort put into the story itself.

    Throughout the game you will go through a lot of kingdoms that have never been explored in any Mario game until now. Every kingdom gets the sense of freedom, platforming, fun... just right. Cappy is the new ally which will help you throughout the game. And he is just perfect. If F.L.U.D.D. from Mario Sunshine was good, Cappy is just perfect. The amount of stuff you get to do with him is incredible. Some people say he's broken, and I don't agree with them because 1 important reason. If the game wasn't designed around all these things he can do, sure, he would be broken, but... The game IS designed around Cappy himself. There a lot of places that Cappy can go over, and the game lterally congratulates you for doing those amazing jumps. And the capture mechanic is just... perfect. It is literally the evolution of power-ups in older Mario games, and I love it. The main collectables here are power moons. there are over 800 of these. Some are easy to get, and some are well hidden. Also there are these exclusive purple coins per kingdom that with them you can buy outfits, and also the fact coins DO matter in this game. I swear, this game i sooooo different from any Mario game, that is probably why I consider it my favorite game of all time. The graphics are pretty nice to look at and the music... phenomenal.

    Even though it's my fav game, it does have some flaws. The motion controls (that are incredibly well done btw) are very stiff to use in handheld mode, and also that you don't get a lot for 100% this game. So U reccomend you to 100% this game if you're a hardcore Mario fan or just simply a Completionist.

    There are a lot of stuff I haven't talked about but you get the point. Super Mario Odyssey is a must play. It is soooo different it's just soooo good. Hope you all try it because, believe me, it's worth 60 bucks.    … Expand
  12. starmander195
    Dec 29, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. SUPER MARIO ODYSSEY IS GREAT. this game is the reason I got a nintendo switch and you can travel any where and the power moons are fun and easy to collect… Expand
  13. SANICHEDGE
    Dec 28, 2018
    10
    We all remember Super Mario 64, right? (Okay, probably not EVERYONE) Well, in that game, you had 120 Stars to collect. In Super Mario Odyssey, however, you have a whopping 999 MOONS TO COLLECT! That's 879 more Moons! In this game, collecting them doesn't feel like a chore! (to me, at least) Super Mario Odyssey is truly the best Mario game of 2017.
  14. MartinT
    Dec 27, 2018
    9
    Super Mario Odyssey is a pretty amazing game. First off, it feel amazing to be able to play a brand new 3D Mario game in HD, I personally did not enjoy Super Mario 3D World for the Wii U because there was a lack of Nintendo Flair, a lack of a gimmick to set it apart from anything else we've seen before. However Nintendo did an amazing job getting back on track with their brand newSuper Mario Odyssey is a pretty amazing game. First off, it feel amazing to be able to play a brand new 3D Mario game in HD, I personally did not enjoy Super Mario 3D World for the Wii U because there was a lack of Nintendo Flair, a lack of a gimmick to set it apart from anything else we've seen before. However Nintendo did an amazing job getting back on track with their brand new sidekick: Cappy! Cappy was able to be used in a variety of different ways such as platforming and capturing enemies. Second, the BEAUTIFUL Soundtrack. While it doesn't surpass Super Mario Galaxy's Soundtrack (in my opinion) the Soundtrack is stellar, my favorites are Jump Up Superstar and Cascade Kingdom. My only criticism for the game is that there is not enough of a penalty for failure, while the base gamemode is Great, I wish they had a "Hardmode" where every time you died, you lost a life instead of 10 coins. That is the only thing holding my review back from a 10/10. Great Job Nintendo!… Expand
  15. ACHEBROTCHERIMI
    Dec 27, 2018
    1
    Let me start out by saying i'm a big fan of Mario games, but im also very critical with the franchise. when i first beat the game i was very surprised how short it seemed to be, it felt like i was playing a fan made extension of super Mario 64 with slightly better graphics and a ton of level design flaws. the game is not what nostalgic critics and praising fans say. Nintendo has set theLet me start out by saying i'm a big fan of Mario games, but im also very critical with the franchise. when i first beat the game i was very surprised how short it seemed to be, it felt like i was playing a fan made extension of super Mario 64 with slightly better graphics and a ton of level design flaws. the game is not what nostalgic critics and praising fans say. Nintendo has set the bar too high when it comes to quality on Mario games, that's why this 5 star out of 10 game is a 1 star compared to titles like Super mario 3d world or super mario galaxy. The game feels empty most of the time, lacking enemies and things to do. the puzzles are so obvious and tedious instead of fun. after playing the first level you have nothing different to see game-play wise. even the boss fights which are the most impressive graphically speaking, left me with a bitter taste in my mouth. mario games are known for their progressive difficulty and fun factor, we all know what a Mario game will be about before it comes out, but it's the creativity and wit of the designers that always keeps me coming back for more, they know how to make a repetitive title fun, and addictive. it is definitely not the case with this title. it's bland and repetitive, it's an empty sandbox without creativity. the worse mario platform adventure game i played since super mario bros 2.… Expand
  16. Pharrell
    Dec 25, 2018
    10
    This game is brilliant. Mario moveset is bigger than ever. Every kingdom has a lot of detail and brilliant level design. The only bad thing is motion controls.
  17. claykennedy
    Dec 24, 2018
    9
    Lets be fair this game has filler but thats not that bad the story is the same as always your go lucky goomba stomping adventrue 7/10 on story simple but hey its mario its simple as it gets nice controls feels like butter cappy is a great tool for new players and it has some use for pros like cap combos over all play it if you can!
  18. TheCriticZombie
    Dec 19, 2018
    10
    I love this mario game. It's a lovely sandbox mario and it's very good with the controls and feel of the game. You should pick up a switch for this game!
  19. Hertoc
    Dec 19, 2018
    10
    My favourite game. It have enjoy it more than Breath of the Wilde. It a game to play to play hundreds of hours and many times. The playability is brilliant, it can't be better.
    The history is corrent and is graphically nice. The main game lasts 16h but, but it last a hundred hours, ore more, to collect all the moons.
  20. MILKshake_VM
    Dec 17, 2018
    10
    This game was probably made for kids half my age. Very creative however. Actually extremely creative. And more game developers with this obvious love for game design need to be acknowledged. It was a challenge here and their but nothing that took more than 3 goes. 5 maybe at most for the final boss battle. They were different enough however and for each world you learn new things and areThis game was probably made for kids half my age. Very creative however. Actually extremely creative. And more game developers with this obvious love for game design need to be acknowledged. It was a challenge here and their but nothing that took more than 3 goes. 5 maybe at most for the final boss battle. They were different enough however and for each world you learn new things and are encouraged to be creative yourself. in fact this game rewards your own creativity too. This game is a deserved 10. Will i remember it forever? probably not. But in my age of sweet 19 it has been along time since i sat down for 3-4 days straight and beat a game. Let alone a child's one. It may not be as memorable as skyrim or such but it has fulfilled its duty. To be fun. It also does something more though. Make me feel smart. Which is probably due to it being a child's game. But such is life. Very good game. Get fo your kids fo sure.… Expand
  21. FmH_Person
    Dec 16, 2018
    10
    Epic. Simply Epic. This game is the best Mario game ever. Super Mario Odyssey harkens back to Super Mario 64 as an open sandbox type game and this is what makes this game so great. I can't describe it, but combined with "Cappy" where you can throw your hat, which is already great, but with the addition of capturing your enemy is genius game design. And let's not forget the boss battle,Epic. Simply Epic. This game is the best Mario game ever. Super Mario Odyssey harkens back to Super Mario 64 as an open sandbox type game and this is what makes this game so great. I can't describe it, but combined with "Cappy" where you can throw your hat, which is already great, but with the addition of capturing your enemy is genius game design. And let's not forget the boss battle, that ending, my oh my, is probably the best Mario Boss fight ever! There is so much to do even after you've beaten the game, with the Mushroom Kingdom and two secret places on the moon! In summary, this is a masterpiece game and the best Mario game ever.… Expand
  22. diego24star
    Dec 16, 2018
    8
    The 4º best mario 3D game, always Nintendo keeping Mario in the glory of perfect games (except the last mario 2D games) with good graphics good mecanics and a change in the history that its very cool.
  23. Espolosin
    Dec 15, 2018
    9
    Otro juego mas de la saga Super Mario increible.

    Novedades en el gameplay muy originales como Capy que es incluso como personaje muy entrañable y que se le coge cariño desde el primer momento. Las energi-lunas que es el equivalente a las estrellas de Super Mario 64 o los soles de Super Mario Sunshine, que los tendremos repartidos por todos los reinos que visitemos, algunos con    Otro juego mas de la saga Super Mario increible.

    Novedades en el gameplay muy originales como Capy que es incluso como personaje muy entrañable y que se le coge cariño desde el primer momento.

    Las energi-lunas que es el equivalente a las estrellas de Super Mario 64 o los soles de Super Mario Sunshine, que los tendremos repartidos por todos los reinos que visitemos, algunos con localizaciones muy sencillas de poder conseguirlas, y otras que estarán ocultas y nos podrá llegar a costar conseguir.

    Muchos Reinos diferentes a los que podremos ir y que cada uno es totalmente diferente al anterior.

    Y un montón de objetos y/o trajes desbloqueables para conseguir y que harán que si queremos llegar a completar el 100% el juegos nos llegue a costar alrededor de unas 100 horas de juego.

    En conclusión un juegazo del año 2017, y un juego que es de obligación jugarlo en algún momento de la vida de todo jugon.    … Expand
  24. DangerCrusader
    Dec 13, 2018
    9
    This game is amazing. I love the mechanics. Just like 64 and Sunshine, this game has amazing controls and moves that Mario can do. But, when you finish the game, there’s nothing much to do. You can get the moons, but there really isn’t any point for that.
  25. dieselmilk
    Dec 13, 2018
    10
    Easily one of the most fun Mario releases in the franchise. Nintendo seemed to have approached Odyssey with just enough nostalgia mixed in with their new Cappy system. The writing for the NPCs was hilarious at times, and most of the levels are designed beautifully. Beating the initial game was easy enough, but farming the post-ending moons and making it to the additional worlds wasEasily one of the most fun Mario releases in the franchise. Nintendo seemed to have approached Odyssey with just enough nostalgia mixed in with their new Cappy system. The writing for the NPCs was hilarious at times, and most of the levels are designed beautifully. Beating the initial game was easy enough, but farming the post-ending moons and making it to the additional worlds was another game in and of itself. It promotes replaying each world and collecting all of the challenging moons during the second playthrough, forcing you to master some of the more complex controls that you may not have had to use often the first time around.… Expand
  26. Roman_Jeros
    Dec 12, 2018
    10
    Obra Maestra...

    Súper Mario es una de esas sagas que se han mantenido vigentes por tantos años gracias a sus personajes carismáticos, divertida jugabilidad, entornos mágicos y su continua reinvención con cada entrega... Y con esta nueva aventura se toman las bases de sus anteriores entregas y se potencian al límite, introduciendo a Cappy como elemento que le da a la jugabilidad frescura    Obra Maestra...

    Súper Mario es una de esas sagas que se han mantenido vigentes por tantos años gracias a sus personajes carismáticos, divertida jugabilidad, entornos mágicos y su continua reinvención con cada entrega... Y con esta nueva aventura se toman las bases de sus anteriores entregas y se potencian al límite, introduciendo a Cappy como elemento que le da a la jugabilidad frescura y nuevos movimientos, entornos increíbles y banda sonora magistral...

    La Odisea de Mario es un deleite para todos nosotros...    … Expand
  27. freshtodhef
    Dec 9, 2018
    9
    I’ve never been a big Mario fan but this game is a must own for anyone who just loves pure gaming joy. From the colorful graphics, well executed game design, to the sense of humor throughout the games many entertaining moments, this is everything you’d want in a console exclusive.
  28. NuclearPhoenix
    Dec 8, 2018
    10
    A joy to play, experience, watch and listen; from start to finish!
    A must play to anyone who owns a Switch.
  29. HappyJoeShow
    Dec 7, 2018
    10
    Mario finally returns to his 3d open world sandbox wonderland. This game brings back childhood memories and is very nostalgic. The game's visually stunning looking like a next gen Mario game with incredible lighting, effects, the game runs at a buttery smooth 60fps which is a godsend for the game. Just buy the game I don't need to say anymore the game is a classic Nintendo masterpiece.
  30. ssesses
    Dec 7, 2018
    9
    Odyssey is pure joy. While not as emotionally deep as Galaxy, Odyssey is so absurdly fun. The worlds are deep and simplistic, while still maintaining a complex nature. The music is great, and the gameplay is better. Odyssey brings about that youth-like enthusiasm that we can't bring out in ourselves. Odyssey has a special whimsicality to it that will never be forgotten.

    YOU CAN BE A GOOMBAS!!
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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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