Super Mario Odyssey

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  1. cmmather17
    Jan 13, 2018
    9
    This game is incredible. easily the best Mario game since galaxy. I recently got the Nintendo Switch with Super Mario Odyssey, and I loved this game. So, let's see why it's so good.

    Level Design Almost every level in this game is gold. From sand kingdom's sprawling expanses to metro kingdom's hustle and bustle to luncheon kingdom's food -themed delight, every new kingdom holds a new    This game is incredible. easily the best Mario game since galaxy. I recently got the Nintendo Switch with Super Mario Odyssey, and I loved this game. So, let's see why it's so good.

    Level Design

    Almost every level in this game is gold. From sand kingdom's sprawling expanses to metro kingdom's hustle and bustle to luncheon kingdom's food -themed delight, every new kingdom holds a new suprise.

    Mechanics

    Cappy is a wonderful addition to the cast of this game, and as mario's companion, he has a lot of cool moves. my personal favorite is his ability to possess many of the game's enemies. controling timeless enemies like the Goomba, Bullet Bill and Chain Chomp is a blast, and many of the boss fights are desinged with this mechanic in mind.

    Story

    This game's story is pretty basic. Bowser has kidnapped Peach so that he can marry her, and Mario and Cappy have to stop him. over the course of the game he steals many wedding-related items from the kingdoms, such as a ring from the Sand Kingdom, a Dress from the Lake Kingdom, and so on.

    Conclusion

    I'd say this game is very, very good. the only problem that I have with it is that it's maybe a little too easy, and by that I mean the actual story part of the game is a little to easy, but that's about it. thanks for reading my review. bye!    … Expand
  2. Gavsonmeleck
    Jan 13, 2018
    10
    Just how HOW do you do it nintendo make MY FAVORTE GAME OF ALL TIME all the kingdoms are good add are not regular old mario level such as the cascide kingdom its a grass world... WITH DINOSAURS!!! Buy it now NOW
  3. GameCompleters
    Feb 24, 2018
    10
    I bought this game a couple of days ago and as soon as i picked it up i couldn't stop playing it. This is the first Mario Game i have ever played except Mario kart and absolutely enjoyed it, finishing the game today! I recommend buying a switch just for this game its that good!
  4. ttoraddora
    Jan 17, 2018
    10
    Another one of the Nintendo Mario games that every Mario fan must have in their game collection.
  5. yongsteryan
    Jan 18, 2018
    10
    love this game so much 75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75love this game so much 75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters75 chracters… Expand
  6. Ninotaku51
    Jan 18, 2018
    10
    Super Mario Odyssey is not only a game that mixes the whole history of this great video game franchise and makes it a modern classic like Super Mario 64 or Super Mario Galaxy, but they also knew how to exploit the gameplay of the game and take it to maximum. It is a mandatory game for people who want to release a Nintendo Switch before The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild or Mario KartSuper Mario Odyssey is not only a game that mixes the whole history of this great video game franchise and makes it a modern classic like Super Mario 64 or Super Mario Galaxy, but they also knew how to exploit the gameplay of the game and take it to maximum. It is a mandatory game for people who want to release a Nintendo Switch before The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild or Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. It is one of the best games in history where any type of player can enter this magnificent Mario odyssey.… Expand
  7. JAMESSKEY
    Jan 18, 2018
    8
    I don't really play a lot of Mario games but my sibling got a switch for Christmas with Odyssey so I thought I would try it out. It is now one of my favorite platformers to play. It has so many things to do in this game like looking around for power moons in a world to power the up the odyssey to get to the next world, having a thing to find and see like minigames secrets a new encounter,I don't really play a lot of Mario games but my sibling got a switch for Christmas with Odyssey so I thought I would try it out. It is now one of my favorite platformers to play. It has so many things to do in this game like looking around for power moons in a world to power the up the odyssey to get to the next world, having a thing to find and see like minigames secrets a new encounter, coins to get some stuff in the world like new costumes for Mario. I will say it is a bit, easy especially for adults but for kids, I'm sure it will be a bit challenging for them. If you have a switch this is a must buy.… Expand
  8. Grease
    Jan 28, 2018
    10
    Super Mario really takes us back to when Mario was known as the king of gaming. Recently with 3D world and 3D land Mario took a bit of a dip with creativity but his comeback has never been more glorious. I feel like mario odyssey is a general mix of 64, sunshine and galaxy (the true mario classics). Mario odysseys plot hasn't changed in the fact that you are still rescuing Princess PeachSuper Mario really takes us back to when Mario was known as the king of gaming. Recently with 3D world and 3D land Mario took a bit of a dip with creativity but his comeback has never been more glorious. I feel like mario odyssey is a general mix of 64, sunshine and galaxy (the true mario classics). Mario odysseys plot hasn't changed in the fact that you are still rescuing Princess Peach but nevertheless nobody plays mario for the plot anyway. Odyssey takes the standard platform genre and turns it into a sandbox styled environment. Mario will travel the globe going to numerous kingdoms of willd and abstract themes such as the luncheon kingdom which is a rainbow delicacy world or the seaside kingdom where the oceans are made of fizzy water. Each kingdom is PACKED with creativity and charm and most of them are giant. Some kingdoms are smaller and has less exploration value such as the cascade and lake kingdoms but the majority are gigantic. The main motive for travelling to these worlds is that Bowser is collecting possessions and relics from these kingdoms to use at the wedding where he will be officially married to the princess and Mario must go on a wild chase through each kingdom trying to catch his "minions". This is another thing that the game does extraordinarily well the koopa kids are scrapped and no longer exist and have been replaced by "the broodals" a play on words of "the brutals" and "Bride" and are the head party planners of the wedding. It's genuinely lovely to see a new type of mainline enemy because lets be honest, we all knew that the koopa kids were getting really old really fast. The boss fights however are the very standard 3 hit phase bosses we find in many games but especially mario. Each boss must be hit 3 times and each one of them will make the boss battle harder but the chances of you dying are slim, the bosses are really easy, granted this is a kids game but there's a difference between easy and a complete pushover (which they were) however some kingdoms have a regional boss that can only be found in that kingdom aside from the broodals such as a giant squid or mechanical flower machine??? Like I said the creativity in this game is astronomical so the bosses are bound to be creative. Although they are easy there is a certain post game activity where you will fix this problem. The game isn't meant to focus heavily on story. instead it focuses on exploration and diving (quite literally!) into every nook and cranny of the kingdom, if you want to rush through the story you can do it in an hour, but that's if you are properly speed-running, the game WANTS you to explore so if that's not your thing you may find the game disappointing. Aswell as a game of endless creativity, new enemys and boss battles and reminiscing to the days or classic Mario, Odyssey has the biggest move set ever in a Mario game, the amount of tricks and parkour you can play around with in this game is mind blowing. To list a few: Dive, roll, cap jump, cap dive, cap roll, ground-pound-jump, twirl, double jump, and many many more. The main attraction however is the brand new capture ability which REALLY puts the cherry on the cake, early in the game a hat creature from the cap kingdom takes control of marios cap after it gets shredded to pieces creating basically a living mario hat. Throwing your hat at an enemy will allow you to essentially dive into their body and take control of them. As you can imagine this opens tons of possibility's! You can be a bullet bill to soar through the skies, play as a hammer bro or goomba, swim through lava as a lava bubble and my personal favourite is that you can be dinosaur and rampage through the lands of cascade kingdom! The games main collectables are called power moons and they are used to power up the odyssey (your ship) there are absolutely tons in each kingdom and in some there are even over 100 to collect, there are a grand total of 999 moons to collect which are even more than korok seeds in zelda so there's plenty to do there. Another collectable are regional coins which are different designs for each kingdom, you can use these to purchase stickers or souvenirs for the odyssey. Collecting regular coins allows you to buy outfits for Mario including some really nifty original styles in the post-game. Talking about post-game, the post-game has huge value, probably one of the biggest I've seen. Most of the moons dont become available until after the ending is unlocked and a few more tricks and appearances become available including some new kingdoms which is a delight because in a game as short as odyssey you need tons of post-game value which is delivered well. There is a mode called snapshot mode where you can freeze the game and take wonderful pictures with countless filters which can then be used for mobile or desktop backgrounds.
    In general odyssey is a switch mustbuy, great exploration, outstanding creativity and an absolute joy to play keeping you hooked for ages    … Expand
  9. Ashtoon
    Jan 24, 2018
    10
    An absolutely stunning title from our lords nintendo if this was with the launch of switch it would be more popular than it is now
  10. Fruggstrix
    Jan 25, 2018
    10
    After 100%ing this game, you just want more of it. Every aspect is so finely tuned that it even surpasses Galaxy, my favourite game of all time.
  11. IndieCrit
    May 19, 2018
    10
    One of THE best Mario games, heck, even the best! The movement was smooth and felt extremely satisfying, it was easy to pick up, held plenty (if not too much) moons, and there was no shortage of things to do. While some kingdoms were better than others, and some outfits were dull, and some linear sections, this is still a fantastic game.
  12. Zedloof
    Jan 30, 2018
    10
    Mario Odyssey is a masterpice! if someone told me to choose witch video game you would call art i would point to Super Mario Odyssey.
  13. jcvandan
    Feb 15, 2018
    10
    Awesome, joyous, beautiful. It's probably the best Mario game ever made. I would have loved a hard mode which had very high moon requirements for progressing to the next world which would have encouraged more exploration before I finished the story and lost the will to continue searching for them. I got a bit burned out on it when I first played it, as I hammered it for 2 weeks solid.Awesome, joyous, beautiful. It's probably the best Mario game ever made. I would have loved a hard mode which had very high moon requirements for progressing to the next world which would have encouraged more exploration before I finished the story and lost the will to continue searching for them. I got a bit burned out on it when I first played it, as I hammered it for 2 weeks solid. However I had a break from it for a while, and now a few months after finishing it I still find myself playing it 2 or 3 times a week for an hour or so to get some more moons and it still isn't boring. Quite possibly the perfect video game.… Expand
  14. Pokebrand
    Jan 31, 2018
    10
    This game is the best in the series. That is really hard to say but I just love it. There is a LOT of content to play through out the game. And the story is beautiful. All in all this game is a 11/10 (but i cant only do 10/10 so.)
  15. HwmTorqueJr
    Jan 31, 2018
    10
    This game is my favorite Mario game! I don't know where to start, The new mechanic Captures were great, You could be a frog to a T-Rex! The story was great, and I could not believe all the Easter eggs and references to other games. Overall i would say GET THE GAME.
  16. ThatOneStickFig
    Feb 1, 2018
    9
    Overall, this game was great, the graphics are great, the game-play is smooth, and none the less, it's an open world Super Mario game. It's a Super Mario 64 fanboys dream come true, other than the fact that you need to press two buttons to dive, The only thing that I would improve on the game, if I was in charge of it, would be to add some actual plot, the only reason why this review is aOverall, this game was great, the graphics are great, the game-play is smooth, and none the less, it's an open world Super Mario game. It's a Super Mario 64 fanboys dream come true, other than the fact that you need to press two buttons to dive, The only thing that I would improve on the game, if I was in charge of it, would be to add some actual plot, the only reason why this review is a 9, is that this game lacks any previous story whatsoever, all we know is that Mario got hit off a airship by Bowser, and now Mario landed in the Cap Kingdom and Mario met Cappy. I would love to see some actual plot from one of these types of games. I do enjoy just running around different kingdoms and trying to jump from x position to y position to see if it's possible, and it is fun, but after you have collected every single power moon in the game, that's all you can really do, besides starting a new game. This game does have its replay values though. If you have a Nintendo Switch, Breath of the Wild and Super Mario Odyssey are a must have. I think overall 2017 has been a great year for Nintendo, and I would love to see more games like this come out for the Switch.… Expand
  17. otawiso
    Feb 20, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. You MUST play this game!! I LOVE how Mario controls!! I also like the way that bast on the environment
    things can change so for example on the moon it switches to low gravity. Play this game even if you don't like Mario.    … Expand
  18. funnelcakemylad
    Feb 3, 2018
    10
    By far the best Mario game out there. It gives you a huge sense of adventure and discovery, and it lets you know you can do anything you want. Even after beating the game, you just don't want to stop. And Nintendo always rewards you for finding a lot of secrets in the kingdoms. The grand total of Power Moons is 880. And that is insane for a Mario game. There's so much variety. It's evenBy far the best Mario game out there. It gives you a huge sense of adventure and discovery, and it lets you know you can do anything you want. Even after beating the game, you just don't want to stop. And Nintendo always rewards you for finding a lot of secrets in the kingdoms. The grand total of Power Moons is 880. And that is insane for a Mario game. There's so much variety. It's even fun to move in this game as you can do a lot of tricks while you make your way through each level. This game is definitely worth a try. Many people say it's amazing. And they are dang right.… Expand
  19. GreenM
    May 11, 2018
    7
    On the surface Mario Odyssey might seem to be the best 3D Mario game ever made. It's a return to the sandbox style Mario games like 64 and Sunshine, where you get to explore many worlds while making use of Mario's diverse set of moves and abilities to overcome any platforming obstacle in your way. The game looks absolutely gorgeous and runs smoothly, whether you play the game docked or inOn the surface Mario Odyssey might seem to be the best 3D Mario game ever made. It's a return to the sandbox style Mario games like 64 and Sunshine, where you get to explore many worlds while making use of Mario's diverse set of moves and abilities to overcome any platforming obstacle in your way. The game looks absolutely gorgeous and runs smoothly, whether you play the game docked or in handheld mode. The soundtrack and overall game feel are also up to Nintendo's usual high standard of polish.
    That said, I don't share the sentiment of Mario Odyssey being the best 3D Mario game. I think it's honestly one of the weaker ones for several reasons:

    1) The controls are quite weird. It's not like they're dysfunctional, it's rather that they are a bit underutilized. Mario Odyssey essentially only makes use of 3 buttons. A jump button, a button that lets you throw cappy and the ground pound. Each of these functions is for some reason tied to multiple buttons, which deprives the game of having a more fluid control scheme. Whereas Mario 64 lets you dive with just the press of a button, Odyssey makes you combine the attack and ground pound buttons, which just feels unnecessarily clunky, especially when you want to swim faster under water. This game also felt the need to lock a huge amount of moves behind motion controls (which are absolutely terrible in handheld mode and very uncomfortable for anyone who doesn't play with the joycons separately). This could've easily been solved by utilizing the buttons of your controller more efficiently.

    2) It's way too easy. And I don't mean to be condescending by using this cookie-cutter criticism that always gets thrown around. I don't really play single player games to have difficulty, that's what multiplayer games are there for. I do think that Odyssey took it a bit too far though. Mario games are usually a comfortable ride, but get really hard after you're done with the main game. Odyssey never gets to that harder point. The last challenge level of the game was something that I breezed through without dying once....maybe it's because Mario can cover huge distances by diving into your cap in midair and maybe it's because I played Mario 3D World a few months prior, where the last level took an eternity to beat because the platforming challenges couldn't be bypassed so easliy.

    3)The Worlds and exploration. Too many worlds are way too small. Especially the cloud kingdom and the one you fought the dragon in. On top of that, the exploration is rather tedious, especially in the endgame. Anyone who enjoys to literally kick every stone and check out the entire outer edge of each world will love this aspect, but everyone else will probably end up getting quite bored because the worlds all have very unoriginal filler content. ''Go carry 4 acorns across the entire map and wait for a moon to come out // race against these koopas twice // catch those bunnies again // take the dog for a walk and hope that he finds a moon etc''. And I know that in 3D collectathons, the main collectible is there to give the player a sense of progress, while also unlocking more stuff as the game goes on...but Mario Odyssey stops rewarding the player way too soon, so collecting the remaining moons in the endgame turns into quite the chore. The only moons that were constantly fun to get, where the ones inside these self-contained challenge rooms. That's where all the good level-design resides in. Everything that has to do with exploring the worlds itself is very lackluster however, since all you do is just run around...and that's sadly not even an exaggeration.

    I've collected 887 moons in my first file and I often attempted speedruns of the game. Anyone who has a switch should get this game. It didn't get anywhere close to reaching its potential, but it's still a great time for anyone who doesn't necessarily wants to 100% the game.    … Expand
  20. Daviswag
    Feb 4, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is one of my favorite Mario games of all time. This is actually competing with Galaxy 1 as my favorite and I thought that would never happen. Each kingdom in this game is absolutely great to explore. Nintendo still uses the traditional grass, snow, and lava level, but it has a twist this time. (Spoilers ahead) In the Moon Kingdom, you explore the surface of the moon and then you enter a cave which is the lava part of the level. This is inside of the moon or the core of it. Mario controls the best by far out of any Mario game yet. This is a small adjustment, but Mario can now turn while in a long jump. This is a great speedrunning game.… Expand
  21. danted
    Feb 4, 2018
    10
    uno de los mejores juegos que e jugado en mi vida. Muy divertido con mundos muy variados y muy diferentes a los normales de Mario. Mario se controla muy bien y es muy divertido hacer maniobras. muy largo (la istoria principal no es muy larga pero tener el %100 si que lo es). en general no es muy dificil pero cuando terminas la historia (spoiler si no queres leerlo son nada mas el siguienteuno de los mejores juegos que e jugado en mi vida. Muy divertido con mundos muy variados y muy diferentes a los normales de Mario. Mario se controla muy bien y es muy divertido hacer maniobras. muy largo (la istoria principal no es muy larga pero tener el %100 si que lo es). en general no es muy dificil pero cuando terminas la historia (spoiler si no queres leerlo son nada mas el siguiente parrafo)

    si consegis 250 lunas hay un desafio muy dificil y luego si conseguis 500 lunas hay otro desafio todavia mas dificil (terminan los spoilers)

    muy buen juego lo recomiendo    … Expand
  22. Kfel17
    Jun 17, 2018
    10
    Odyssey looks like a straight successor to the Mario 64 and Sunshine line of sandbox 3D Marios, but it is much more than that. Naturally, it evokes, honors, and is sometimes directly inspired by the games that came before it in its characters, music, and mechanics. But it also has new things to say as well, like fusing classic-style 2D gameplay with the 3D world and using a completely newOdyssey looks like a straight successor to the Mario 64 and Sunshine line of sandbox 3D Marios, but it is much more than that. Naturally, it evokes, honors, and is sometimes directly inspired by the games that came before it in its characters, music, and mechanics. But it also has new things to say as well, like fusing classic-style 2D gameplay with the 3D world and using a completely new possession mechanic to add constant variety to Mario’s abilities and exploits.

    That possession power, embodied by Mario’s new sidekick/headwear Cappy, is Odyssey’s big new idea. In keeping with Nintendo’s decades-long tradition of charmingly nonsensical storylines, he’s a hat with a soul, and he’s teamed up with Mario in order to rescue his sister Tiara who… wait for it... has been kidnapped by Bowser along with Princess Peach. (I said it was charming, not original.) Cappy’s power allows you to possess many other characters by throwing Mario’s hat at them, which bizarrely slurps Mario’s physical body inside of the enemy and gives you full control over their powers. Cappy’s also used as a jumping pad and a weapon, sparing Mario’s tuchus from an untold number of butt-stomps this time around (though you can still do that, if you wish). Many of the cleverest and most smile-inducing possessions are best left to be discovered for yourself, but whether it was thrashing about as a huge, realistic-looking T-rex in the prehistoric-themed Cascade Kingdom or becoming a lowly Goomba but then making a stack of Goombas 10-tall to win over a hard-to-impress Lady Goomba, Odyssey mixes up the gameplay in surprising ways in each of its 16-plus worlds. Throughout the entire campaign, you’re using new creatures in new, game-changing ways on a regular basis.

    Odyssey’s inspired integration of 2D gameplay – complete with Super Mario Bros.-era 8-bit art – deserves special mention. Entering into a pixelated pipe in the 3D space transports you to a side-scrolling 2D challenge that takes place on the surface of an object in the world, almost like Link’s 2D transformation in The Legend of Zelda: A Link Between Worlds. Most of these sequences aren’t too long – I wished they were longer, in fact – but each blends pure, weapons-grade retro gameplay with numerous other callbacks while still mixing things up in ways they never appeared in those original games, such as flipping gravity or wrapping the 2D scene around the corner of a 3D object. They bend the rules so far they go beyond even the most ambitious creations we saw in Super Mario Maker. It’s also super fun seeing Mario’s new costumes get translated into the old 8-bit art style. My favorites include the aviator suit and the retro-colored builder outfit, for no other reason than them being fun looks for the veteran plumber, but you can also mix and match hats and outfits to your heart’s content.

    Of all the disparate lands Mario visits in his Odyssey, the urban-themed Metro Kingdom is my favorite. We’ve never seen anything like its semi-realistic look of New Donk City in a Mario game before. Not only do its urban obstacles allow for some kinetic platforming – bouncing off of the hoods of cars and flinging yourself off of city poles, for instance – but tucked-away minigames like an RC car race and a jump-rope challenge are great diversions. All the while, the sheer artistic contrast between the city and Mario’s consistently cartoony look and proportions have already generated interesting discussions about who – or more specifically what – Mario actually is. (Was “plumber” just a euphemism for some kind of goblin all along?) The end of the New Donk City portion might, in fact, be the very peak of the pleasure that Odyssey delivers on a consistent basis. Its conclusion is a literal celebration that doubles as a figurative one; Odyssey is pure joy that seems to understand and relish that about itself. On that note, I strongly recommend playing on a TV whenever possible. It’s not that it plays poorly in handheld mode – it runs perfectly smoothly at 60 frames per second in either mode, although there are no touchscreen controls even in minigames where they’d have made sense. The drawback to playing on the go is that the tiny screen doesn’t do nearly as good a job of showing off the scope and detail of the characters and worlds, such as the funny faces Mario makes when performing certain actions and the tiny 8-bit icons hidden on some walls. (Toss Cappy at them to get a quick gold-coin reward!). Of course, it’s every bit as good a game in handheld mode.
    Overall Super Mario Odyssey is a brilliant adventure and love letter to the series that made Nintendo a household name.    … Expand
  23. aztimh
    Feb 5, 2018
    10
    An absolutely stellar game with outstanding music, clever design and puzzles. 10/10
  24. TaMere
    Feb 7, 2018
    6
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  25. Shadow87645
    Feb 6, 2018
    9
    Years I have waited for Nintendo to return to the sanbox gameplay-style that I loved so much in Super Mario 64,And they've Finally done it and exceded all my expectations, the Graphics are drop-dead beautiful it could give the other systems a run for their Money,They've expanded on 64's style and added so many things,i cannot find a flaw for this game,I would give it a 10 but I won't giveYears I have waited for Nintendo to return to the sanbox gameplay-style that I loved so much in Super Mario 64,And they've Finally done it and exceded all my expectations, the Graphics are drop-dead beautiful it could give the other systems a run for their Money,They've expanded on 64's style and added so many things,i cannot find a flaw for this game,I would give it a 10 but I won't give 10's to any Game it may change later IDK, but the variety of what Mario can hit with his cap and transform into makes the replay value so high,It was about time Mario used Vocals and they blew me away with "Jump up,Superstar"… Expand
  26. ItzJustMax
    Feb 7, 2018
    10
    When I saw the mario odyssey trailer at the switch presentation in January 2017, I thought it looked repulsive. He's standing next to realistic humans, that's gross. Another Mario sh!t show. Then the odyssey trailer at E3 2017 came out. Then I become curious. As more and more footage was shown, I was finally sold. I pre-ordered the game.

    Oh my god. This game is so good that we don't    When I saw the mario odyssey trailer at the switch presentation in January 2017, I thought it looked repulsive. He's standing next to realistic humans, that's gross. Another Mario sh!t show. Then the odyssey trailer at E3 2017 came out. Then I become curious. As more and more footage was shown, I was finally sold. I pre-ordered the game.

    Oh my god.
    This game is so good that we don't deserve it.    … Expand
  27. Zeezia
    May 4, 2018
    10
    Super Mario odyssey is one of those games that WANT you to do whatever you want. There are 836 moons in the game. You only need about under 200 moons to beat the game. Spoilers ahead! After you beat the game cubes in every kingdom appear (not the 3 post game kingdoms) and if you hit them even MORE moons come out. Super Mario Odyssey is a unique 3D Mario adventure like no other. There areSuper Mario odyssey is one of those games that WANT you to do whatever you want. There are 836 moons in the game. You only need about under 200 moons to beat the game. Spoilers ahead! After you beat the game cubes in every kingdom appear (not the 3 post game kingdoms) and if you hit them even MORE moons come out. Super Mario Odyssey is a unique 3D Mario adventure like no other. There are 13 kingdoms with so much to explore. Games like Fortnite and other gun games have nothing on Odyssey. It’s truly the best and most supreme Mario experience since Super Mario Galaxy.… Expand
  28. UchihaBawb
    Feb 12, 2018
    8
    Fun - That's exactly how I would describe this game.
    Nintendo have managed to create another Mario which pulls from it's past and makes the fan-boy in me excited with the prospect of further Mario titles to come (I hear there is free DLC coming which might include a brother!).
    There is enough challenges in this game to feel a sense of fulfilment once you complete a level, collect that    Fun - That's exactly how I would describe this game.
    Nintendo have managed to create another Mario which pulls from it's past and makes the fan-boy in me excited with the prospect of further Mario titles to come (I hear there is free DLC coming which might include a brother!).
    There is enough challenges in this game to feel a sense of fulfilment once you complete a level, collect that damn seemingly elusive moon or beat a boss. However, there is also a real urge to do one better by collecting more items or coins to unlock outfits for your favourite protagonist. Who knew that Mario would become the fashion icon he is in 2017/2018? And who knew parading him in these outfits would bring simple joy?
    I played this game and I smiled a lot throughout and it had me thinking, I cannot remember the last time I played a single player game (please do not count having a friend play as cappy as multiplayer, it isn't, it's torture) where I actually laughed out loud as much or even just smiled.
    Well done Nintendo, all that is missing is a better multiplayer mode and larger levels. It's a game that ended too soon on the first play through.    … Expand
  29. Audile
    Feb 10, 2018
    8
    Si te gustan los plataformas te encantara, sino nada del otro mundo, juego muy facil y corto, y eso de que si buscas todos los coleccionables y demas se alarga mucho, yo un juego quiero que dure por la historia o las misiones , no por recorrerme los mundos 40 mil veces en busca de coleccionables...
  30. The_Gaming_Guy
    Feb 10, 2018
    10
    This is a very fun game however it only took me 17 hours to beat playing causally for all it was hyped up to be i honestly thought it would take closer to 40 hours even though it only take 15-20 hr it is still very fun and i recommend if you have a switch buy and play it
  31. SappyNoypi
    Mar 25, 2018
    10
    Loved the callbacks. Controls are very tight. Worlds are vibrant. And the post game content is immense. A must play on Switch!
  32. Sebascr12
    Jul 21, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Smart, game desing. Is a travel around the "words". A really travel with platforms and moons but some moons feel empty.
    The post game is the real trip.
    The soundtracks is the best in the mario universe.    … Expand
  33. FatalBrush
    Feb 20, 2018
    10
    The game introduces a fluent change between levels and a sandbox kind of level design. The story is well implemented in the flow of the game by introducing the flying ship. Although the game is finished in maybe 20 hours, it is fun to keep playing and collect more moons. On top of that, the game presents great graphics and a familiar sounds. Mario was enhanced by a ton of moves, there'sThe game introduces a fluent change between levels and a sandbox kind of level design. The story is well implemented in the flow of the game by introducing the flying ship. Although the game is finished in maybe 20 hours, it is fun to keep playing and collect more moons. On top of that, the game presents great graphics and a familiar sounds. Mario was enhanced by a ton of moves, there's lots of variety and there are many 2D throwbacks which I enjoyed a lot. Would recommend getting this game of course.… Expand
  34. RickAstleyVilla
    Feb 20, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is probably my favorite game of all time. The gameplay is astounding, the visuals are beautiful, the story is, well, it's a Mario game, so it doesn't matter, the music is incredibly catchy, Cappy serves as a great sidekick (who comes with a side bonus of cap-diving and breaking the game). I have got up to beating the Darker Side, and the best part is New Donk City. It is a huge, innovative, open-world map, but there is always something to do. Bowser's Kingdom isn't just a simple lava dungeon, but a Japanese-styled mansion world, with my favorite enemy, the Pokio. The Moon served as a great final level, with the Dark and Darker Sides being, well, hard. The callbacks to Super Mario 64, particularly in the Mushroom Kingdom, are great (I grew up with the DS version, so it is quite nostalgic to me) and when the update comes out, I'm grabbing the outfits, I'm using the filters, I'm playing Balloon World, and I consider this game the best Mario game of all time, and my personal favorite game of all time. Also, Bowser looks cool.… Expand
  35. Dacondor98
    Feb 20, 2018
    9
    so i am a huge fan of super mario 64 and also the galaxy games and odyssey is truely an amazing nostalgia trip into the past as well as innovating in many ways with the addition of cappy and outfits giving even more insentive to play and cappy was a great idea as before i heard about thagt i thought to myself oh boy another mario but cappy really changed the game
  36. inkling_girl
    Feb 23, 2018
    10
    SMO is perfect. It looks stunning and the soundtrack is phenomenal. It's the best Mario game ever, a masterpiece in every sense of the word.
  37. WizzMaw
    Feb 24, 2018
    8
    The game is goes through all the different and exciting worlds where in each one you have to gather a certain amount of Power Moons which are obtained most of the time by different platforming challenges that revolve very naturally around Mario's (amazing) move-set. Controlling Mario and simply running around is just so much fun and makes exploring the kingdoms so much more enjoyable. AtThe game is goes through all the different and exciting worlds where in each one you have to gather a certain amount of Power Moons which are obtained most of the time by different platforming challenges that revolve very naturally around Mario's (amazing) move-set. Controlling Mario and simply running around is just so much fun and makes exploring the kingdoms so much more enjoyable. At the beginning the game is really easy. Like... really easy... Still fun! But really easy. But in Mario Odyssey it's more about the post-game stuff, because once you finish the story a whole new layer of challenges await you. This game is so well put together and it all just feels right and complete. It's not perfect (obviously, no game is), but it's definitely high up there.… Expand
  38. Dingusman
    Feb 27, 2018
    10
    Where do I begin with this game its just wow everything about this game is awesome and for me this is better than Zelda a system seller for sure.
  39. Rens
    Feb 27, 2018
    10
    I’ve been playing this game since it’s release and I am still not bored with it. It’s great to complete the story, to 100% the game and to speedrun it. I don’t think it deserves a 10 because no game is perfect, but it does not deserve a 9 because mario odyssey is too good for a nine. Nintendo is also listening very well about glitches en patch a lot of them. The new mode balloon world isI’ve been playing this game since it’s release and I am still not bored with it. It’s great to complete the story, to 100% the game and to speedrun it. I don’t think it deserves a 10 because no game is perfect, but it does not deserve a 9 because mario odyssey is too good for a nine. Nintendo is also listening very well about glitches en patch a lot of them. The new mode balloon world is also very fun to play and although I have already got 9999 coins, all outfits, souvenirs and moons. I still play and speedrun the game very much.… Expand
  40. 1234JacobW
    Mar 6, 2018
    10
    This is the 3D Mario game we all have wanted and Nintendo couldn't have done it better. The kingdoms are super fun the explore, the capture ability is genius and the soundtrack and graphics are beautiful. Game of the year in my opinion.
  41. avgpk
    Mar 6, 2018
    10
    I am a Taiwan video gamer.I think SUPER MARIO ODYSSEY is best Nintendo game at Nintendo Switch.
    Very funny
  42. loic01
    Mar 7, 2018
    9
    Jeu très bon, avec une explorations de monde et un jeu mario à l'ancien, Super mario odyssey restera pour moi, le meilleur jeu mario même si Nintendo aurait pu faire mieux et le rendre plus interessant que Zelda. Ce jeu, même intéressant m'a moins bien plu que le Zelda par une histoire casi-identique aux autres mario. Voilà donc pourquoi je n'ai pas mis 10/10 mais 9/10 à ce Mario justeJeu très bon, avec une explorations de monde et un jeu mario à l'ancien, Super mario odyssey restera pour moi, le meilleur jeu mario même si Nintendo aurait pu faire mieux et le rendre plus interessant que Zelda. Ce jeu, même intéressant m'a moins bien plu que le Zelda par une histoire casi-identique aux autres mario. Voilà donc pourquoi je n'ai pas mis 10/10 mais 9/10 à ce Mario juste fantastique par ses mondes/ pays incroyables mais réaliste: on a même New York de représenté et une fin étonnante même si le boss ne se tue pas en deux fois. le fait de même contrôler les ennemis m'a fait rendre joyeux. Magré que ce jeu n'est pas à la hauteur du zelda par son histoire répétitive, on a un Mario Open-World où l'on peut être les ennemis de maro soit ce mario est juste fantastique! Bravo à nintendo pour ce titre!!… Expand
  43. Darkvenom39
    Sep 19, 2018
    10
    NOW THIS IS HOW A 10/10 GAME LOOKS ! The game has a well & fun story with exciting characters and beautiful open world with touches from the 8bit version of the past... The graphics look insane for a portable console and they look even better on a 4k tv screen. The soundtrack is outstanding, And the gameplay is fun & unique that fits perfectly on any way you would like to play on theNOW THIS IS HOW A 10/10 GAME LOOKS ! The game has a well & fun story with exciting characters and beautiful open world with touches from the 8bit version of the past... The graphics look insane for a portable console and they look even better on a 4k tv screen. The soundtrack is outstanding, And the gameplay is fun & unique that fits perfectly on any way you would like to play on the Nintendo Switch. Overall im glad to have this game ! and the console ! and i hope to see more great future games for nintendo ! they really deserve attention after TLOZBW and SMO !… Expand
  44. HBBMNICC
    Mar 6, 2018
    8
    This game is very very good. Each and every kingdom is filled with everything that Nintendo has got to offer (except for Cloud and Ruined kingdom). I do have a few problems though, first of all, the moons can sometimes feel too easy and most time repetitive. This can be used with the moon rock, the rabbit, using a specific creature to get a moon, RC car, and many more. Also, most of the IThis game is very very good. Each and every kingdom is filled with everything that Nintendo has got to offer (except for Cloud and Ruined kingdom). I do have a few problems though, first of all, the moons can sometimes feel too easy and most time repetitive. This can be used with the moon rock, the rabbit, using a specific creature to get a moon, RC car, and many more. Also, most of the I don't know 800 actual moons, half of them are just filler content. That's a minor complaint. But still, in the end, this is a good game and for welcoming gamers, this is the first checkpoint for them, and for speedrunners.… Expand
  45. Its_Axel
    Mar 8, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Super Mario Odyssey is by far one of the greatest games on the switch. It really took my breath away. Once you get to New Donk City, it may not like a lot. But when you get all the musicians for Pauline's Quest, you are rewarded with awesome visuals, kick-ass music, and a throwback to the original Super Mario Bros with 8 bit glorious stages. I would definitely recommend this to anyone looking for a game on the switch. The game may fall a bit short on replayability, but I don't mind that much.… Expand
  46. Ykisl
    Mar 11, 2018
    10
    This is a great game!
    Interesting and addictive game play, nice music and interesting worlds.
    And good graphics.

    I think this is a good game!
  47. elbendygamer74
    Mar 18, 2018
    10
    It's a very good game, Nintendo this is the best game I see ever of mario it has a very good play graphics and other
  48. KingDedede17
    Jul 8, 2018
    8
    Great and fun but way too short, easy, and not nearly as good as galaxy. The game has no real power ups that make the series unique. There is too much emphasis around Cappy.
  49. AKthaBeast
    Jun 24, 2018
    10
    This game is on another level....there is so much to do here with some stars being challenging while others bring back a nostalgic feel. This game is truly an instant classic
  50. SaladFace
    Apr 19, 2018
    10
    It's real good. The levels are really fun to play, even if you aren't a mario fan. The only kingdoms that I would say are a disappointment are the cloud, ruined, and dark side. They aren't interesting, just bosses. I did love the metro, luncheon, bowser, and darker side. They really did hold up. The music is just a wonder, but if you don't beat the game, you won't be able to experience anyIt's real good. The levels are really fun to play, even if you aren't a mario fan. The only kingdoms that I would say are a disappointment are the cloud, ruined, and dark side. They aren't interesting, just bosses. I did love the metro, luncheon, bowser, and darker side. They really did hold up. The music is just a wonder, but if you don't beat the game, you won't be able to experience any song you want.… Expand
  51. SmileyAgate2124
    Mar 22, 2018
    10
    This game is a testament to Nintendo's unwavering ability to make us smile.
  52. Mc_Blobby
    Mar 22, 2018
    10
    wow just wow this has to be the best platformer I have ever played the kingdoms look amazing the moons are the perfect incentive to explore and is overall an amazing successor to super Mario 64 and super Mario sunshine
  53. SomeRandomMan
    Mar 23, 2018
    10
    When I first booted up Super Mario Odyssey, I thought, "This game might be good. I didn't like Super Mario 3D world so we shall see." Oh boy was I wrong. This game is an absolute masterpiece. I didn't see any of the trailers or commercials. Cappy is a fantastic addition, and i really like what use he is to Mario. You can use him as a jumping platform and the capture mechanic. Oh, theWhen I first booted up Super Mario Odyssey, I thought, "This game might be good. I didn't like Super Mario 3D world so we shall see." Oh boy was I wrong. This game is an absolute masterpiece. I didn't see any of the trailers or commercials. Cappy is a fantastic addition, and i really like what use he is to Mario. You can use him as a jumping platform and the capture mechanic. Oh, the capture mechanic. It is extremely useful and creative. All of the kingdoms are well-designed and good in their own way. My personal favorite has to be the Wooded Kingdom. The music is great and the level itself has some great puzzles and platforming. The Lost Woods is a great addition, but can be annoying when trying to get moons. Speaking of moons, they are the main collectible and there are 880 moons in all, but you can get a maximum of 999 when buying from Crazy Cap. Crazy Cap is the game's shop, where you buy all of the things the game has to offer. You buy these items with coins and purple coins, which are exclusive to separate kingdoms. Super Mario Odyssey's bosses are extremely original and creative. Overall, this game is extremely well-designed and an amazing sandbox game. 10/10.… Expand
  54. Yhatha
    Mar 25, 2018
    8
    This is a very good Mario game but i personally like sunshine and galaxy better (never played 64 i know i should) First, the good things. Getting each and every moon feels very achieving, and the fact there is over 700 is crazy. The exploration factor may not be botw, but it is definitely still there. The regional coins also really make you want to explore. Also the moves you can do withThis is a very good Mario game but i personally like sunshine and galaxy better (never played 64 i know i should) First, the good things. Getting each and every moon feels very achieving, and the fact there is over 700 is crazy. The exploration factor may not be botw, but it is definitely still there. The regional coins also really make you want to explore. Also the moves you can do with cappy make for some very versatile platforming. The bosses are also very creative and fun.

    Now for my problems. This game has a lot of nit-picks watering it down. My biggest problem is the difficulty. Easy games for me just seem boring and no want to replay the main game over again. Also, why forced motion controls? i like playing my switch portable mode but forcing motion controls sometimes make me dock it or play another game entirely! Luckily, you can totally get past the entire game without using motion controls, but i'm somewhat of a completionist and some moons require them. The transformations are personally fine, but they aren't a game changer they just feel like power-ups in disguise. I would give this game a 7.5/10, i can't do that so i just rounded. But despite these flaws, this game is still a must have for Mario fans, but not necessarily switch owners.    … Expand
  55. Aus_CriticX
    Mar 26, 2018
    9
    This game is absolutely fantastic, Mario 64 and Mario Sunshine live on as fantastic open world videogames, but this game just upgrades everything and comes out as one the greatest videogames, the only reason this game doesn’t get a 10 , is for me once your done it gets numbingly boring but there is still so much so well done Nintendo and I highly recommend this game!
  56. Cairngorgon
    Mar 26, 2018
    7
    Lazy moons, square level design and extremely low difficulty hurt an otherwise quality game.
  57. LeSonicFan298
    Mar 30, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. YES YES YES ALL THE YES! This game...THIS! GAME! IT'S THE BEST THING I'VE PLAYED IN A LONG TIME! As someone who grew up playing games like Sunshine and Galaxy it would make perfect sense for Nintendo to step back into their comfort zone why'll also pushing their mascot forward. And if anything it was a perfect idea. They pushed Mario back into the open world, sandbox styled gameplay why'll making him explore all these great, wide, wacky worlds (Sorry. I just had to) And bringing back old characters like Pauline and even put Mario in Nintendo's version of dark souls. All the controls feel fluid and nice. They're not too stiff but not to loose either. Basically a perfect mix of the two. The one problem i have with Mario in this game is that trying to move on small platforms are in the sky is pretty, pretty, pretty hard. With the sky you do have a bit more control since throwing Cappy allows you to snap your movement in a different direction but when you're trying to sneak on a platform to be sure not to fall into some icky goop in the Lost Kingdom it can be really hard and you might even end up falling down and doing the exact opposite of what you wanted to do in some cases, depending on where you are. Other than that the game is just absolutely phenomenal. I mean it has it's flaws as all games do but you can still enjoy the heck out of it from start to finish. All the post game content is great as well. You've got the Mushroom Kingdom, you have more power moons to collect, You have Weegee's Balloon World and you even have more costumes to collect. Definitely the best game i have picked up in ages and i hope it stays that way.… Expand
  58. Holden988
    Mar 30, 2018
    10
    As I have 100%ed every 3D Mario except Sunshine, I had high expectations for Odyssey, and it by no means disappointed. Great game!
  59. NXDIAZ1
    Mar 30, 2018
    10
    There are no words to describe the experience that I had while playing this game. The joy of finding Power Moons, the fun of taking control of iconic enemies and wearing snazzy costumes is indescribable. There are no rules on what you can do, not limits that you can't break, and no challenge that is unbeatable. The level design is absolutely unrivaled, nor are the amount of possibilities.There are no words to describe the experience that I had while playing this game. The joy of finding Power Moons, the fun of taking control of iconic enemies and wearing snazzy costumes is indescribable. There are no rules on what you can do, not limits that you can't break, and no challenge that is unbeatable. The level design is absolutely unrivaled, nor are the amount of possibilities. There is just you, your mission to save the Princess, Bowsers minions, and a HELL of a lot of Power moons in your way. Oh, and also the controls are amazing. Never have I found joy in simply moving a character around. This is a must buy, no going around it. That is the general review.

    This is the personal review:
    When I was young, my family owned a WII and a DS. we had a collective amount of about 10 games for each system. The most fun i had was playing Mario Kart and Wii sports, and that was about it. We eventually sold our Wii, and for 5 years, that was the last time I played a Mario game. Then one day, I was in school and I was looking for computer games to kill the time. I eventually found this game called "Super Mario World". I was like "Super Mario World? What's this? It's probably just some dumb fan game." But it was unblocked, so I thought "why not?" and I played it on a web emulator. (I didn't know at the time) After that I found the game really enjoyable, but a bit challenging. Then, I found Super Mario 64 on my free time, downloaded an emulator and rom, and played. Again, it was fun, but I could tell it wasn't aging fine, and it took me a while to realize I could just play via controller (Don't play 3d games on keyboard). After both those games, I begged my parents to get a Switch, so that I could play Mario Kart 8 and Breath of the Wild, and also Super Mario Odyssey when it came out. In august, I got the Switch and 2 months later, the game that inspired this review. As I am typing this i am tear driven, not because I returned the game, but because playing this game has made me realize how much I missed out when I was younger. Everything in this game makes me feel like I'm 6 again, when I felt invincible and never worried about anything. That's why I've written this review 6 months after the games release. The exploration is probably the best part about this game, but there was never a boring part at any point. This game is so fun in-fact, that it has inspired me to start off on the creation of my own games.
    Perhaps I am wrong, perhaps Mario Odyssey is just a passing Fad, and in a few years it'll start to age like its predecessors before it. But in my eyes, this game is a timeless masterpiece, and nothing can change that    … Expand
  60. Vinolira
    Mar 31, 2018
    10
    Na minha opinião, só o fato de ser possível controlar os inimigos já torna esse jogo um dos melhores jogos do Mario, senão o melhor, de todos os tempos.
  61. Beast123
    Mar 31, 2018
    9
    Too many moons are the same, however the world design is great, and I love how beautiful everything looks. Asides from similar moons, this game is amazing. I don't feel it deserves a 10, but it certainly deserves a 9.
  62. ViniOfficial
    Apr 1, 2018
    10
    Cada reino do jogo é unico, dando a vontade de explorar mais e mais, os controles são otimos principalmente do Cappy, as luas são balanceadas no quesito dificuldade, algumas são faceis outras ja dificeis, a musica é fantastica, fazendo uma combinação otima entre o reino e a musica, fantastico!
  63. Yuri_Wii
    Apr 11, 2018
    8
    Se eu pudesse daria a nota 8.8, porque faltou algumas coisas no jogo para ser 9, toda a história do jogo não é nada de outro mundo, mas é interessante a perseguição de Mario com seu amigo Cappy coletando as luas pelos mundos(no geral bem divertidos), e a parte final é sensação, Peach deusa como sempre, adorei aquela parte.O mundo browser foi muito incrivel por ser diferente do que estamosSe eu pudesse daria a nota 8.8, porque faltou algumas coisas no jogo para ser 9, toda a história do jogo não é nada de outro mundo, mas é interessante a perseguição de Mario com seu amigo Cappy coletando as luas pelos mundos(no geral bem divertidos), e a parte final é sensação, Peach deusa como sempre, adorei aquela parte.O mundo browser foi muito incrivel por ser diferente do que estamos acostumados no mario 3d World ou mesmo no Galaxy, pessoalmente nao curtir o esquema de comprar luas infinitas no Shops do jogo, quebra o clima de caçar as luas.Jogo recomendadíssimo pra quem tem Switch, adicionalmente o jogo vai ficando melhor depois que zera, estranho que peguei mais vontade de jogar o mesmo apos completar o modo história… Expand
  64. OmegaRejectz
    May 13, 2018
    10
    I don’t know why I’m so late on these reviews; and what the literal **** is with these people ruining the score with these 0s cause they’re little **** that have no souls? This game is an actual fame that makes you feel like a human being with emotion and being able to actually play a game without microtransactions and **** and personality. There’s so many dog**** open worlds such as ACI don’t know why I’m so late on these reviews; and what the literal **** is with these people ruining the score with these 0s cause they’re little **** that have no souls? This game is an actual fame that makes you feel like a human being with emotion and being able to actually play a game without microtransactions and **** and personality. There’s so many dog**** open worlds such as AC Origins that released on the same day, this game set a new bar for games and brought Mario back to the stands. This game truly is fantastic and exceeded all my hopes and dreams! I love actually being able to enjoy a game and not having some bull**** ruined by the developer or publisher. Its polished, works well, and the joy cons make the game feel so unique and work perfectly! MASTAPIECE… Expand
  65. Discocow
    Apr 6, 2018
    10
    This game is so amazing, I believe people over hyped the wrong game when BOTW and Odyssey were announced. I think that Super Mario Odyssey should get praised more for its open world style based game. Each world felt completely different from the last. It kept me coming back to see what kingdom I would be going to next! If you have a switch and you DON'T have this game BUY IT!
  66. ThePokage
    Apr 10, 2018
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Mario Odyssey is truly a Mario game for the ages. Definitely a must have for any Switch owner, and a system seller for those who don't. Being Nintendo the game looks amazing, great detail and vibrant colours make this a very unique Mario game. It also has very unique levels for a 3d platformer; you go to a black and white hat world, to a mechanical jungle, to a japenese fortress, to the moon! The character Cappy introduces a really clever gameplay style. Capturing enemies is fun and every capture is used in an interesting way. There are so many moves and manoeuvres to explore the great levels. The bosses are also pretty good for Mario, special mention to the Broodal mech and final bowser fight. In conclusion an amazing start for Mario on the switch. Let’s hope it just gets better from here.… Expand
  67. HTGPlayz
    Apr 10, 2018
    10
    My favorite game of all time, Super Mario Odyssey is here! keep in mind, this review is coming from a kid. Now, one thing I want to mention. Everybody says this game is too easy, but why? I just don't get it. If you think this game is easy, well, make it harder on yourself! There are so many different moons in each kingdom it's insane! If you are going for the easiest moons, and the leastMy favorite game of all time, Super Mario Odyssey is here! keep in mind, this review is coming from a kid. Now, one thing I want to mention. Everybody says this game is too easy, but why? I just don't get it. If you think this game is easy, well, make it harder on yourself! There are so many different moons in each kingdom it's insane! If you are going for the easiest moons, and the least amount of moons possible, then it's your fault that the game is easy! All you need to do is go and force yourself to find those more difficult moons!
    The music in this game is absolutely flawless. I wouldn't say BOTW status there, but the music really matched well with the environment. I always felt like I was "in it".
    Gameplay mechanics? Perfect. Cappy adds a whole new level to this wide, expansive game, and really makes it more fun to move around. The controls never feel like they are slipping in your hands, and Mario just moves so well that even if you are going around, collecting Moons that you've already gotten, you still have fun doing it! I literally wander around kingdoms for no apparent reason, just because I love moving Mario so much.
    Oh, and can't forget about the post game content. No spoilers here, but just to say, there is infinite post game content. With added secrets, added stages, Koopa Freerunning, and now even Luigi's Balloon World, you will never get bored!
    And, just all of the throwbacks to the old Mario games, like 64, and even a surprising amount of Sunshine, there is infinite nostalgia for you to crunch down on, like a never ending feast.
    Honestly, just everything about this wide, open-world game makes me want to never put it down. 10/10.    … Expand
  68. B-Bog
    May 26, 2019
    10
    Well, I think pretty much everything has already been said about this game. It's Mario at his absolute best. Razortight controls, beautiful varied worlds, tons and TONS of Moons to collect, the typical Mario/Nintendo charme, nostalgic 8 and 64-bit throwbacks, an amazing new gameplay mechanic in form of Cappy... This game has literally everything you could ask for in a Mario game. If youWell, I think pretty much everything has already been said about this game. It's Mario at his absolute best. Razortight controls, beautiful varied worlds, tons and TONS of Moons to collect, the typical Mario/Nintendo charme, nostalgic 8 and 64-bit throwbacks, an amazing new gameplay mechanic in form of Cappy... This game has literally everything you could ask for in a Mario game. If you have a Switch and you don't own this game, what the fock are you doing???

    P.S. I find the bad reviews here to be hilarious. These are people who also give BotW a ZERO and Batman vs. Superman a TEN. Go figure.    … Expand
  69. DieFer10
    Apr 12, 2018
    10
    This review is in english and spanish: Is a great game with Zelda the best game of the hybrid console of nintendo. Change the idea to which Mario has accustomed us, the graphic and sound effects are impeccable, the console runs the game without any problem and enjoy the view seeing worlds as beautiful as the tree kingdom. You can enjoy the new options in the series such as driving aThis review is in english and spanish: Is a great game with Zelda the best game of the hybrid console of nintendo. Change the idea to which Mario has accustomed us, the graphic and sound effects are impeccable, the console runs the game without any problem and enjoy the view seeing worlds as beautiful as the tree kingdom. You can enjoy the new options in the series such as driving a motorcycle, riding a Jaxi and what I liked the most is the possibility of having enemies and attacking with our new adventure companion named Capy. The new worlds and the plot hook the player and the diversity of the worlds helps them to be very different from each other and very funny. The Moons give you many more hours of exploration and fun. There are also minigames like the search balloons that give you a lot of fun. In short a compulsory purchase for your Nintendo Switch because it is a great game. Un juegazo con Zelda el mejor juego de la consola híbrida de nintendo. Cambia la idea a las que Mario nos tiene acostumbrado, los efectos graficos y de sonido son impecables la consola corre el juego sin ningun problema y disfruta la vista viendo mundos tan bonitos como el reino arbolado. Se disfruta las nuevas opciones en la saga como conducir una moto, montar un Jaxi y lo que más me ha gustado es la posibillad de poseer enemigos y atacar con nuestro nuevo compañero de aventura llamado Capy. Los nuevos mundos y la trama enganchan al jugador y la diversidad de los mundos ayuda a que sean muy diferente de cada uno y muy divertidos. Las Lunas le dan muchas mas horas de exploracion y diversion. Además hay minijuegos como el busca globos que te dan mucha diversion. En resumen una compra obligaroria para vuestra Nintendo Switch por que es un gran juego.… Expand
  70. Pl4nt
    Jun 13, 2018
    10
    Platforming at its finest, Mario at its peak, and fun in its purest form. A Switch without Odyssey is as absurd a concept as Odyssey without a Switch. Buy this game.
  71. KaedenTheCritic
    Apr 12, 2018
    10
    Trust me when I saw Mario Odyssey is one of the best games of all time. You need to play this. Even if the story is short, the game will give you at least 40 hours of fun with the creative design, moons, huge kingdoms, and replay-ability. Buy it now.
  72. Nintendo_Nerd
    Apr 17, 2018
    10
    This is my favorite Mario game of all time and is my second favorite game ever. This game is for everyone; kids, adults, testers, speed runners, etc.. Nintendo perfects the basis of Mario 64 and Sunshine and mashes them together in this amazing collect-a-thon. This game knows no bounds, anything you think Nintendo would've done with this game, they did. This game had me hooked for monthsThis is my favorite Mario game of all time and is my second favorite game ever. This game is for everyone; kids, adults, testers, speed runners, etc.. Nintendo perfects the basis of Mario 64 and Sunshine and mashes them together in this amazing collect-a-thon. This game knows no bounds, anything you think Nintendo would've done with this game, they did. This game had me hooked for months until I 100%ed it. To date, this is the only game that made me think, when I wasn't playing it, "Man, I want to do that again!" The movement is easily the highlight for me. Mario moves so fluently and smooth. Any person who ever plays games, pick this up ASAP.… Expand
  73. keellyxoxo
    Apr 19, 2018
    9
    only bad thing I can say about the game is the amount of power moons you have to get in some levels is really annoying lol
  74. JapanDude
    Apr 20, 2018
    10
    Simply one of the best games of all time, and probably the Best Open-World platformer game ever made. The Incredible controls, the creativity, the polish, the amount of content, the fun, the kingdoms(although the linear sections aren't as good as the ones found in Super Mario 3d World or Super Mario Galaxy) and the charm just all masterfully combine to create this Masterpiece. This game isSimply one of the best games of all time, and probably the Best Open-World platformer game ever made. The Incredible controls, the creativity, the polish, the amount of content, the fun, the kingdoms(although the linear sections aren't as good as the ones found in Super Mario 3d World or Super Mario Galaxy) and the charm just all masterfully combine to create this Masterpiece. This game is joyous 99% of the times(although there are a few annoying moons) and definetly worth your time and money, as long as you don't expect a story or artistic depth. If you like platformers or even travelling, you'll probably love this game.… Expand
  75. HitoshuraDF
    Apr 20, 2018
    10
    Never played mario games before, it's really good.
    Had so much fun playing this game!
  76. Mike94
    May 23, 2018
    10
    Que juego tan excelente las gráficas la jugabilidad la innovación que maravilla....
  77. TTT1
    Jun 7, 2018
    10
    in one word this game is a masterpiece.
    the switch is my favorite console od all time and i trurely hope that we would see a continuation of super mario odyssey.
  78. MCMARC344
    Apr 23, 2018
    7
    don't hate me but first of all the task is the same that number 1 #2 it really stupid how nintendo place all the moon in random placing and #3 is the ending is so stupid it make me feel like nintendo think girls act this way when they don't p.s not a girl just saying cause girls are really smart
  79. sowestcoast22
    Apr 23, 2018
    10
    Absolute masterpiece!! This is a console seller along with Breath of the Wild. Mario's journey back to handheld was epic. Love the after game content as well, you are definitely getting your money's worth.
  80. Ixul54
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. jugabilidad de 10, hermoso, es una aventura genial cuidado al mas minimo detalle, sin dlc, sin microtransacciones, sin lootboxes, sin parches el dia de lanzamiento a 60 fps un juego para todos los publicos, amor a primera vista… Expand
  81. FirstReviews
    Apr 25, 2018
    10
    +Great Kingdom Design
    +Great Controls and Movement
    +Tons of hours of content +Appeals to most demographics (speedrunners, casuals, collectors) +Great replay value +Rewarding collectibles +Amazing post-game content +Fun side-modes This is a must-play game for any Switch owners and a great system-seller. This game deserves every penny it gets and if any DLC comes out, I'll be the    +Great Kingdom Design
    +Great Controls and Movement
    +Tons of hours of content
    +Appeals to most demographics (speedrunners, casuals, collectors)
    +Great replay value
    +Rewarding collectibles
    +Amazing post-game content
    +Fun side-modes

    This is a must-play game for any Switch owners and a great system-seller. This game deserves every penny it gets and if any DLC comes out, I'll be the first one to buy it.

    10/10    … Expand
  82. 30frames
    Apr 26, 2018
    10
    A very special game, it was a bit too quick for my eyes as I prefer 30FPS but it's still amazing to see Mario in full action!
  83. MiGalaxi
    Apr 27, 2018
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. all though SMO is a pretty easy game. 100%-ing the game isn't and I had fun with the challenge of getting every moon in the game, getting the golden sail and the top hat on the castle.… Expand
  84. FranciscoM
    Apr 28, 2018
    10
    The best Mario game ever! Every kingdom/level feels like it's a completely different game and I don't remember any other game that made me feel the same! The re-playability factor is also real. Once you go forward on the game, you unlock a few things here and there from previous levels and therefore there is plenty more to do after beating the game. It's a must-have for any Switch owner!
  85. MaLoLHDX
    Apr 30, 2018
    10
    Whoever says that this game sucks doesn't even know Mario and video games as a whole. This game should be mentioned when 3018's kids will study history. I've seen stupid reviews that say everything opposite than 10/10 reviews. Those reviews MUST be trolls. I've also seen reviews of people that don't even own the game. This game is deep for completionists, but also welcomes people thatWhoever says that this game sucks doesn't even know Mario and video games as a whole. This game should be mentioned when 3018's kids will study history. I've seen stupid reviews that say everything opposite than 10/10 reviews. Those reviews MUST be trolls. I've also seen reviews of people that don't even own the game. This game is deep for completionists, but also welcomes people that don't want to search the moon in every angle.… Expand
  86. Terskstar
    Apr 30, 2018
    10
    Super Mario Odyssey is with no regrets the best 3D platform game ever made. It's absolutely perfect on every section.
    Mario has plenty of movements, many wonderful worlds to explore, amazing bosses to beat, an unforgettable soundtrack that I always want to listen outside the game, there aren't micropayments, and it has a lot of content to enjoy, and many references to other games of the    Super Mario Odyssey is with no regrets the best 3D platform game ever made. It's absolutely perfect on every section.
    Mario has plenty of movements, many wonderful worlds to explore, amazing bosses to beat, an unforgettable soundtrack that I always want to listen outside the game, there aren't micropayments, and it has a lot of content to enjoy, and many references to other games of the franchise.
    Nostalgic has much power, but this the best 3D Mario and one of the best games of this generation.    … Expand
  87. MMX123456789012
    Apr 30, 2018
    10
    This game deserves a 10 out of 10 because it does. f
  88. eepop5
    May 1, 2018
    10
    Super Mario Odyssey is filled with challenges, surprises, and areas that will still being amazing in the future. Each kingdom is beautiful and has its own identity, The only problem is sometimes i wished there was more to some kingdoms than just a boss because they seem like they would be really interesting and would bring great ideas. Every capture every moon and every boss feels greatSuper Mario Odyssey is filled with challenges, surprises, and areas that will still being amazing in the future. Each kingdom is beautiful and has its own identity, The only problem is sometimes i wished there was more to some kingdoms than just a boss because they seem like they would be really interesting and would bring great ideas. Every capture every moon and every boss feels great even if it is just a little task. The captures are a great idea and one of Nintendo's most innovating. I would give this a nine point seven but sadly through meritocratic so i rounded it up to 10.… Expand
  89. TheChromiumKid
    May 2, 2018
    10
    I honestly have no idea how this ISN'T a 100 on te critic score. The graphics are great, Weegee's balloon world is friccin awesome, what more do I need to say?
  90. Loo_oo
    May 4, 2018
    10
    it's the perfect plateform game ever ! Beautiful & so funny ! Easy & very difficult at the same time...

    I like : - Adventure (Odissey... is very fun, like Indiana Jones) - Graphics - maneuverability (so perfect) - Easter Eggs - Many costumes - Adaptable difficulty I don't like : - Story is too short... (or I did not want there to be an end) - Costumes have no effect - Boss    it's the perfect plateform game ever ! Beautiful & so funny ! Easy & very difficult at the same time...

    I like :
    - Adventure (Odissey... is very fun, like Indiana Jones)
    - Graphics
    - maneuverability (so perfect)
    - Easter Eggs
    - Many costumes
    - Adaptable difficulty

    I don't like :
    - Story is too short... (or I did not want there to be an end)
    - Costumes have no effect
    - Boss diversity
    - Difficulty (lol)    … Expand
  91. lomri
    May 17, 2018
    6
    How was this game even compared to BOTW.
    The controls and camera feel awkward, and I don't understand why I need to go and find moons to jump between worlds. it doesn't feel like part of the story. The game does get better as you progress through the levels, but I found it really hard getting to this point.
  92. Yigit14
    May 4, 2018
    8
    I LOVED this game and moon hunting with friends or yourself is so much fun. But the worlds are smaller than I expected.
  93. Grunty
    May 5, 2018
    8
    A Mario title is always mostly-anticipated and no disappointment here : kind of "easy" (some may see that as a weakness but I honestly prefer relaxing / easy game to hardcore / challenging / prove what? game), "open" world (as you may chase a lot of moons as mini-challenges or just go straight to the end), clever level-design (how to reach some platforms... how some hazardous jumps may atA Mario title is always mostly-anticipated and no disappointment here : kind of "easy" (some may see that as a weakness but I honestly prefer relaxing / easy game to hardcore / challenging / prove what? game), "open" world (as you may chase a lot of moons as mini-challenges or just go straight to the end), clever level-design (how to reach some platforms... how some hazardous jumps may at the end help...) and a childish universe that made its success. A must have for Switch !… Expand
  94. Urises
    Jun 19, 2018
    10
    Un juego de Mario 3D es de los más disfrutables y éste cuenta con una banda sonora excelente. Con Mario Odyssey tienes horas de juego y un gameplay muy variado debido al número de enemigos que puedes utilizar. La cantidad de mundos por explorar es muy bueno, y es que una vez que terminas la historia sientes que comienzas a jugar de nuevo. Tiene muchas referencias a juegos de MarioUn juego de Mario 3D es de los más disfrutables y éste cuenta con una banda sonora excelente. Con Mario Odyssey tienes horas de juego y un gameplay muy variado debido al número de enemigos que puedes utilizar. La cantidad de mundos por explorar es muy bueno, y es que una vez que terminas la historia sientes que comienzas a jugar de nuevo. Tiene muchas referencias a juegos de Mario anteriores, principalmente Mario 64. Si tienes una Switch es indispensable en tu catálogo.… Expand
  95. KooloEdits
    May 7, 2018
    10
    This game is so great.
    each level is so inspired and filled with it´s own gimmicks, and loaded with rewards.
    My major complaint is how small some of the maps are.
    I really wished lost kingdom was a big longer because it looked and played the coolest.
    10/10 100/100 best game
  96. thenedbrown
    May 12, 2018
    10
    This game is amazing!!!!! I might be fan-boying all over it. I really enjoyed it. The game was awesome, and while some of the moons were pretty bad, but there are way more good moons than bad moons. The controls are amazing, and cappy just makes the game even better as it helps with platforming and the capture mechanic is so good. The kingdoms are super good, especially the bigger ones,This game is amazing!!!!! I might be fan-boying all over it. I really enjoyed it. The game was awesome, and while some of the moons were pretty bad, but there are way more good moons than bad moons. The controls are amazing, and cappy just makes the game even better as it helps with platforming and the capture mechanic is so good. The kingdoms are super good, especially the bigger ones, like New Donk City, and the Wooded Kingdom. I also really like the fact that the story is more unique than most other Mario games, and that it doesn't just take a backseat during the meat of the game, as through each kingdom, you get to view the effects of bowser rampaging in each kingdom. The end-game is also amazing. Overall, it's a great game.… Expand
  97. Aerosind
    Jun 8, 2018
    6
    This game tries to follow in the footsteps of 64 and Sunshine before it while still being new, but it ends up paling in comparison to both of them and not having too much innovation other than a FLUDD clone that can't even do as much as FLUDD. Of course I'm referring to Cappy, the stupid mascot of this game; he tries to be lovable and whatnot but fails at every turn. The levels areThis game tries to follow in the footsteps of 64 and Sunshine before it while still being new, but it ends up paling in comparison to both of them and not having too much innovation other than a FLUDD clone that can't even do as much as FLUDD. Of course I'm referring to Cappy, the stupid mascot of this game; he tries to be lovable and whatnot but fails at every turn. The levels are uninspired and the level design is crap. This game is even barer than the worst parts of Breath of the Wild, and that's saying something. Overall, Mario Odyssey is the worst Switch game I have played to date.… Expand
  98. Jezuzo
    May 19, 2018
    10
    Uno de los mejores exclusivos de Nintendo Switch. Hay gran cantidad de mundos para explorar, cada uno con una temática completamente distinta. Las batallas contra bosses son muy entretenidas y lo de poder convertirte en tu enemigo es espectacular. Un Mario 3D que sin duda será uno de los mejores que hay hasta la fecha, si no el mejor.
  99. PXpropox
    May 19, 2018
    8
    El juego es buenísimo, la mecánica del gorro es bastante buena pero siento que es muy facil pasarse el juego...Falto dificultad a mi parecer.
  100. PaperMatt46
    May 25, 2018
    10
    This is a great game! I got this game with my Nintendo switch. Nintendo clearly worked really hard on this game. Sure it's not perfect with a lot of hard to find moons like the moon under the wall in the Sand Kingdom. Plus the best part about the game is the Metro Kingdom.
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  1. Positive: 114 out of 114
  2. Mixed: 0 out of 114
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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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