Super Mario Odyssey

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  1. ITZZZPERRY
    Nov 1, 2021
    9
    Super Mario Odyssey is breathtaking. I truly had no words while playing it. Everything about it is remarkable. This is peak level design and gameplay. Everything flows in a way that is hard to describe unless it is played. Do yourself a favor and play it.
  2. Andante
    Dec 1, 2022
    9
    A masterpiece. It doesnt take too much time to see that the developers have put a lot of love and creativity into this fantastic game. Every level is beautifully designed, controls are fantastic and super responsive and it is a game that is so much fun to play! It is also a very large game! The walls were you play as a 2d old style Mario are also a fantastic addition. Buy this game! It isA masterpiece. It doesnt take too much time to see that the developers have put a lot of love and creativity into this fantastic game. Every level is beautifully designed, controls are fantastic and super responsive and it is a game that is so much fun to play! It is also a very large game! The walls were you play as a 2d old style Mario are also a fantastic addition. Buy this game! It is worth every cent of it...… Expand
  3. gsa9online
    Jun 22, 2019
    9
    Nearly 2 years later after the release of Odyssey, I feel like this game was a bit overhyped in some ways. I definitely thought it was fantastic and the game was very much worth it. I must say though, I don't think it is a masterpiece like Galaxy 1 and 2. It also didn't bring me as much joy as I had playing Super Mario 64 and Sunshine over the years but that might just be nostalgia. EvenNearly 2 years later after the release of Odyssey, I feel like this game was a bit overhyped in some ways. I definitely thought it was fantastic and the game was very much worth it. I must say though, I don't think it is a masterpiece like Galaxy 1 and 2. It also didn't bring me as much joy as I had playing Super Mario 64 and Sunshine over the years but that might just be nostalgia. Even though I thought the game was a bit too easy compared to past entries in the 3D Mario games, the amount of content in this game is truly amazing. It took me around 90 hours to 100% this game with all of the costumes and the worlds are very exciting to explore. I don't think its up there with BotW though as after I beat it I didn't want to come back to it nearly as much as with BotW which I think is a bit better overall because it truly innovated the open world genre. Negative things aside, I think this game is truly fantastic because there are still many great things about this game and I definitely recommend it to anyone who enjoys the 3D Mario games like or a near perfect game in general.… Expand
  4. MiracSpectac
    Dec 17, 2017
    9
    Super Mario Odyssey is unquestionably the greatest Mario adventure since Super Mario Sunshine. With charm and content abound, it's simply a good time from start to finish (and beyond). My only serious complaint would be with the moon system; there are simply too many. You collect moons so often throughout the initial play-through that it hardly warrants any response. It's almost likeSuper Mario Odyssey is unquestionably the greatest Mario adventure since Super Mario Sunshine. With charm and content abound, it's simply a good time from start to finish (and beyond). My only serious complaint would be with the moon system; there are simply too many. You collect moons so often throughout the initial play-through that it hardly warrants any response. It's almost like breathing, and it makes for a rather uninspiring quest. However, if you just look towards the adventure itself, it's still an experience deserving of the highest praise.… Expand
  5. Handtorch
    Nov 1, 2017
    9
    Great game so far! I haven’t finished the game yet so I cannot speak to the length. The puzzles are fun and I really like the two-player option. There are elements that remind me of Super Mario 64 and 2D elements from the original Super Mario Bros. The game is layered in complexity in that anybody can pick it up but you may have to put some time in to find every nook. If somebodyGreat game so far! I haven’t finished the game yet so I cannot speak to the length. The puzzles are fun and I really like the two-player option. There are elements that remind me of Super Mario 64 and 2D elements from the original Super Mario Bros. The game is layered in complexity in that anybody can pick it up but you may have to put some time in to find every nook. If somebody doesn’t enjoy the game it is most likely because they don’t like Mario games.… Expand
  6. Tharduz
    Jun 26, 2020
    9
    Well, this is a mario... it is from Nintendo... fun assured, excellent game, however it feels like something is missing, I don´t know
  7. ABoyXG
    Jan 18, 2019
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Super Mario Odyssey es como ver un nuevo Super Mario Galaxy, con la diferencia de que Mario no vuela y todo sucede en el mismo planeta... bueno, casi todo. Es un buen juego para principiantes ya que es sencillo e intuitivo pero tienes que aprender a mejorar tus técnicas a lo largo del juego si quieres realmente ver el potencial, la historia no es muy larga, de hecho se siente corta si solo buscas las energilunas estrictamente necesarias para pasar al siguiente nivel, tiene mucho de exploración, puedes descubrir detalles y lugares interesantes, tanto secretos como paisajes muy bien realizados, se disfruta cada segundo y cada centímetro del mapa. Una vez terminada la historia principal, hay mucho mas que hacer y eso le da un plus. ya que siempre regresas así sea a buscar nuevas áreas o a buscar mas trajes para Mario para completar la colección… Expand
  8. puganj
    Jun 28, 2019
    9
    Welp, nintendo always find a new Gimmick to aply in every mario 3d game , this time is the cap, and is a good and interesting one , really great game with a variety of enemies to use your cap with, the diferrent levels are a blast to explore and discover the secrets they keep.
  9. rambo_ando
    Oct 19, 2020
    9
    One of the best installments in the Super Mario franchise. An instant classic.
  10. PeterAlexander
    May 29, 2018
    9
    Odyssey is the best Mario game ever made. The game is incredibly vibrant, fun and challenging.
  11. Rewenom
    Jan 14, 2018
    9
    Великолепный платформер для детей и взрослых.
    Плюсы:
    -Приятная графика и 60фпс (а это на около-мобильной консоли) -Уникальные локации, как стилистически, так и геймплейно -Кол-во секретов и мест интереса на квадратные метры просто зашкаливает -Около-идеальный геймдизайн -Отсутствие микротранзакций и лутбоксов (аллилуя) Минусы: -Банальный сюжет с малым кол-вом юмора -Слабые    Великолепный платформер для детей и взрослых.
    Плюсы:
    -Приятная графика и 60фпс (а это на около-мобильной консоли)
    -Уникальные локации, как стилистически, так и геймплейно
    -Кол-во секретов и мест интереса на квадратные метры просто зашкаливает
    -Около-идеальный геймдизайн
    -Отсутствие микротранзакций и лутбоксов (аллилуя)
    Минусы:
    -Банальный сюжет с малым кол-вом юмора
    -Слабые музыкальное оформление и voice acting
    -Слишком дорого стоит (игра категории B за 60 долларов)    … Expand
  12. kamhagh
    May 18, 2018
    9
    I had never played a mario game before and I was worried about wether I'll enjoy this game with a weird looking stereotypical Mexican character that sounds really high-pitched :p

    But I love the game :3 The levels are really nice and fun to explore around. It's not linear at all like I expected, but at the same time it's not like Breath of the wild. It's by no means an open world game    I had never played a mario game before and I was worried about wether I'll enjoy this game with a weird looking stereotypical Mexican character that sounds really high-pitched :p

    But I love the game :3 The levels are really nice and fun to explore around. It's not linear at all like I expected, but at the same time it's not like Breath of the wild. It's by no means an open world game but at the same time you can freely explore where ever you like ! I love this fact, and every inch is filled with secret and interesting things to explore! I was worried about this game being too easy, and while the main game (going from the start to the end of the story) is very very easy the secrets and everything make it a little hard! So I believe you'll have fun regardless!

    The plot is well...... pretty awful.... More than awful.... I guess Nintendo isn't just good with stories :p (only played 3 of their games though I'm a new fan!)

    so if I would rate it

    Music 7~/10:
    It's nice and cute but nothing amazing!

    atmosphere 9.5/10:
    lots of different levels and cool looking environments!

    Gameplay and mechanics! I would rate that a 8.5~/10 It's very fun!

    plot is obviously 3/10 :p But I wasn't buying it for a mind bending plot or anything,

    Overall the game is amazing and feels kinda magical :3 I mean I don't know why I enjoyed it so much :3 But I just did a lot! this has been the case for the many Nintendo games I've played lately :3 (well I've played 3....)    … Expand
  13. posthuman
    Aug 30, 2019
    9
    It's been over 2 years since Switch came out and this is still the best Nintendo game for Switch for me. Mario is really funny, boss fights are fair and sense of exploration is awesome. Riding J in the desert has been so much fun.
  14. SuperDuck23
    Feb 29, 2020
    9
    Super Mario Odyssey is a light-hearted, fun platformer with smart design and is fit for the whole family.
  15. obthegeek
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    packed with charm, fun, and replayability. all the things you'd expect from a 3d mario game.
    however, idk, i don't feel like enough of the moons are impactful. there's also way too goddamn many of them, compared to the much more doable 120 stars and 242 stars of previous games. i stuck with galaxy and 64 to the end, but after about 500 moons in odyssey i gave up.
    game is still a    packed with charm, fun, and replayability. all the things you'd expect from a 3d mario game.
    however, idk, i don't feel like enough of the moons are impactful. there's also way too goddamn many of them, compared to the much more doable 120 stars and 242 stars of previous games. i stuck with galaxy and 64 to the end, but after about 500 moons in odyssey i gave up.

    game is still a boatload of fun go buy it now    … Expand
  16. SleepNot
    Jan 21, 2020
    9
    Best kids adventure game I have ever played. My 7 years old daughter love it so much!
  17. alexozzycake
    Oct 9, 2018
    9
    Amazing game. I'm finding myself constantly surprised by just how much SMO has had to offer and am still playing regularly a long time after release. The controls are intuitive, the level designs are ingenious and the plot/characters make it a whirlwind of fun.

    I only have two criticisms preventing a solid 10/10 - firstly the multiplayer mode is very lacklustre leaving very little for    Amazing game. I'm finding myself constantly surprised by just how much SMO has had to offer and am still playing regularly a long time after release. The controls are intuitive, the level designs are ingenious and the plot/characters make it a whirlwind of fun.

    I only have two criticisms preventing a solid 10/10 - firstly the multiplayer mode is very lacklustre leaving very little for the Cappy player to occupy themselves with, and secondly it is annoying that some features aren't accessible whilst using a pro controller, but not game-breaking.    … Expand
  18. HUNRain
    Aug 12, 2023
    9
    My favourite Mario game since Galaxy. Innovative, fun, dont get bored at open maps.
  19. omer123
    Jun 18, 2023
    9
    even though galaxy is better odyssey build the foundation and made it bigger even though it has slight misteps it isn't as creative as super mario galaxy 2 but still the game has big worlds and alot of fun gameplay sections and designs
  20. jo-bunker
    Oct 28, 2017
    9
    Super Mario Odyssey is sublime. This game to an even further extent invigorates and elevates Mario. It is leagues above Sunshine and Galaxy.

    It makes me so glad that Nintendo are able to up their talent. Rather than Breath of the Wild, this game truly redeems them in my mind. Super Mario 64 is still the pinnacle of what made this franchise so out of this world, and Odyssey does not    Super Mario Odyssey is sublime. This game to an even further extent invigorates and elevates Mario. It is leagues above Sunshine and Galaxy.

    It makes me so glad that Nintendo are able to up their talent. Rather than Breath of the Wild, this game truly redeems them in my mind. Super Mario 64 is still the pinnacle of what made this franchise so out of this world, and Odyssey does not stack up to the same degree of perfection.

    But without a doubt, where games like Galaxy and Sunshine are mere 8/10's this one is a rock solid 9.    … Expand
  21. Cougargames
    Nov 1, 2019
    9
    My favorite mario game of all time! This game is really just incredible alot of unique and different worlds to explore with your new hat friends cappy that can basically posses creatures and human beings. Not only that the game has alot of creative and interesting game designs where you have to use cappy to get trough certain areas. The game makes sure that you go and explore the worldMy favorite mario game of all time! This game is really just incredible alot of unique and different worlds to explore with your new hat friends cappy that can basically posses creatures and human beings. Not only that the game has alot of creative and interesting game designs where you have to use cappy to get trough certain areas. The game makes sure that you go and explore the world thanks to all the moons that are spread around the world for you to find. The game also rewards you for finding all the moons with great end game content. This game is almost perfect and an essential for your nintendo switch collection.… Expand
  22. night4
    Jan 28, 2018
    9
    I didn't think I liked Mario games anymore. The last one I played was Mario 64, and while I enjoyed it for a while, I've never gone back to it.

    But Odyssey is kind of amazing. It plays like an updated version of Ocarina of Time, yet with Kirby-like power stealing mechanics. Brilliant decisions, both. We get a format we're familiar with, intuitive controls, and satisfying abilities.    I didn't think I liked Mario games anymore. The last one I played was Mario 64, and while I enjoyed it for a while, I've never gone back to it.

    But Odyssey is kind of amazing. It plays like an updated version of Ocarina of Time, yet with Kirby-like power stealing mechanics. Brilliant decisions, both. We get a format we're familiar with, intuitive controls, and satisfying abilities.

    The only negative thing I can think of is that after "completing" the game, you can go back and collect more moons from each stage, and that's not quite as fun as going through the stages for the first time. Overall, though, it's just incredible.    … Expand
  23. imoviesreview
    Jan 22, 2018
    9
    The tight controls and open world game play makes Super Mario Odyssey a blast to play. On top of that, the graphics make this game gorgeous to look at. It's not as good as Galaxy 2, but it still a fun game from beginning to end.
  24. 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
  25. KayVen17
    Feb 13, 2018
    9
    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln    Deutsche Review - Kritik

    Der folgende Test ist in 5 Kategorien zusammengefasst. Diese 5 Kartegorien ergeben die Gesamtpunktzahl von 0 - 100 Punkten. Um einen passenden Userscore zu geben wird auf oder abgerundet. Bei 84 Punkten ergibt das einen User Score von 8. Bei 86 einen von Userscore von 9. Falls eine 85 kommt entscheide ich ob ich es eher positiv oder negativ nehme. Regeln verstanden?
    Dann sind hier meine Punkte.

    Mein persönlicher Score = 87/100
    Mein User Score = 9/10    … Expand
  26. Wander22
    Feb 17, 2019
    9
    Gameplay/Mechanics: 10
    Sound/Music: 10
    Graphics/Art: 9
    Story/Atmosphere: 9.5
    OVERALL: 9.6/10
  27. RobinBeggiato
    Oct 31, 2017
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. SUPER MARIO ODYSSEY is a fairly good Game. You ´ve got an Huge World Map to explore, wich Features even the Moon. Alltough Marios new Sidekick "Cappy" is there to be a great Addition. It really helps out to get the 1000+ Moons

    *NOTICE
    *nostalgic Feeling is given also it Features "Inside of the Castle walls" from SM64

    Contra: you Need a specific ammount of moons !!FROM THE KINGDOM YOURE ACTUALLY IN!! in order to unlock a new one. That means the rest f ammount of moons from a Story solved kiingdom is useless indeed    … Expand
  28. MalavarTCOne
    Nov 1, 2017
    9
    A fantastic game through and through. Mildly easy most parts though some bosses have a slight challenge for single player. May be more challenging for less experienced gamers or little kids but don't that put you off because it offers so much in so many ways. 2 Player mode makes everything incredibly easy but still a fun experience. There is a lot to explore and lots of content even postA fantastic game through and through. Mildly easy most parts though some bosses have a slight challenge for single player. May be more challenging for less experienced gamers or little kids but don't that put you off because it offers so much in so many ways. 2 Player mode makes everything incredibly easy but still a fun experience. There is a lot to explore and lots of content even post ending. Not my favorite game of all time but definitely in my top 50 and I've played hundreds of games. Deserves a solid 9 out of 10 respectively.… Expand
  29. 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.
  30. Firepistol95
    Oct 28, 2017
    9
    This is a pretty good game. I can understand some peoples disappointment of it feeling "lacking" in content or its not "challenging" or thinking it will b just like Mario 64. What I want to know is why did yall believe it was going to b "like" Mario 64? Sure it was returning to the classic semi-open world (yes semi because its not a full open world game) of 64 and Sunshine but everythingThis is a pretty good game. I can understand some peoples disappointment of it feeling "lacking" in content or its not "challenging" or thinking it will b just like Mario 64. What I want to know is why did yall believe it was going to b "like" Mario 64? Sure it was returning to the classic semi-open world (yes semi because its not a full open world game) of 64 and Sunshine but everything else is different. They got rid of the objective based mission structure of 64 and Sunshine (64- Levels Sunshine-Episodes) for a more pure exploration based structure. Now I enjoy the game for what its trying to accomplish instead of expecting what its going to b based on past history, because if u do, of course your going to b disappointed. The fun and challenge in this game is in the exploration of finding all the Power Moons, that was kind of similar to what 64 and Sunshine did but theirs was more "linear" about it. Now I can understand this type of almost non-objective exploration, collect-a-thon gameplay isn't for everyone and feel like a waste of time but that's what the game is trying to accomplish and it does it pretty well. (also feels less like a chore imo than the classic ol' collect-a-thon platformers of old) I say take your time in each kingdom and explore, if u rush through it only meeting the minimum requirement of moons to get to the next kingdom then of course its going to b short, slow down people and enjoy the journey, not the destination.… Expand
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97

Universal acclaim - based on 114 Critic Reviews

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  1. Positive: 114 out of 114
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 114
  3. Negative: 0 out of 114
  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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