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Super Mario Odyssey for Nintendo Switch is a collection-based 3D platform game that is simultaneously both comfortingly familiar and freshly new and exciting.
About the Game
As with many Mario games, this starts with a highly familiar scenario: Bowser has kidnapped Princess Peach and whisked her away. Mario sets off in pursuit, playing and battling his way over worlds and regions that take him up in the sky and under the ground, facing enemies and obstacles along the way.
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Super Mario Odyssey for Nintendo Switch is a collection-based 3D platform game that is simultaneously both comfortingly familiar and freshly new and exciting.
As with many Mario games, this starts with a highly familiar scenario: Bowser has kidnapped Princess Peach and whisked her away. Mario sets off in pursuit, playing and battling his way over worlds and regions that take him up in the sky and under the ground, facing enemies and obstacles along the way.
And this is where the differences come in. There are two types of collectibles in this game, the usual coins, and something new called a ‘power moon’.
Power moons fuel Mario’s ship – the eponymous Odyssey – and enable him to move on to the next location in his almost unending search for Princess Peach. Gather all you can, and be aware that even though the game says there are 52 power moons to collect, there are actually more like 68, with some being released when you defeat significant enemies or complete difficult tasks.
There are also super moves, including one in which you can ‘break’ the game, landing outside of the level that you are playing and being rewarded for your unexpected skills with a massive stack of coins! As always, look out for cunning secret entrances to hidden passages and treasure caches.
There are fourteen kingdoms for you to play through, gathering coins, power moons and more, but this game is not done yet. Beat Bowser and watch the credits roll to unlock the fifteenth world:
The Mushroom Kingdom: this region returns, but with a subtle upgrade allowing you to ramble freely. Swim in the moat, explore Princess Peach’s castle and even chase rabbits if you like!
The Dark Side: you must complete the whole game and collect 250 power moons to automatically unlock this world – and that is not as simple or as easy as it sounds! Once you are there, watch out for enemies, capture Yoshi, Hammer bro and Herm Tank and keep your eyes peeled for even more power moons!
Let us take a quick look at some of the worlds that Mario will encounter:
Cap Kingdom: the first world you will come across in the game – and one of the smallest – and the home of Cappy, Mario’s companion in the game.
Cappy is a living hat and he replaces Mario’s less active version, helping him out and guiding him through the game
Cascade Kingdom: go back in time, see dinosaurs and marvel at living fossils in this bubble region, unanchored by space or time
Sand Kingdom: not the usual baking desert, this region is cold rather than hot, and it is – as so often – all Bowser’s fault. Can Mario help the people out, bringing a little warmth back into their world?
Lake Kingdom: with the usual refraction and slower movements of a Mario underwater world, this is just the first of several underwater levels, and it bears careful exploration with plenty of power moons to be found, treasure packed caves and unusual creatures to capture
Lost Kingdom: a weird swampy rainforest, everything in this place wants to hurt you so be on your guard
Bowser’s Kingdom: Bowser goes old-school feudal Japanese for his home world. It is hard to see how he squares his own behaviour with the fine traditions of Japanese courage and honour, but presumably he does it somehow
Instead of a fire world, which is a usual Mario offering, there is a ‘Luncheon Kingdom’ which is food based and weird in a typically Nintendo way
Super Mario Odyssey for Nintendo Switch is available for purchase on Instant Gaming for a fraction of its retail price. You will receive an official key and be able to play the game in seconds. Play smart. Pay less.
About the Game
As with many Mario games, this starts with a highly familiar scenario: Bowser has kidnapped Princess Peach and whisked her away. Mario sets off in pursuit, playing and battling his way over worlds and regions that take him up in the sky and under the ground, facing enemies and obstacles along the way.
And this is where the differences come in. There are two types of collectibles in this game, the usual coins, and something new called a ‘power moon’.
Power moons fuel Mario’s ship – the eponymous Odyssey – and enable him to move on to the next location in his almost unending search for Princess Peach. Gather all you can, and be aware that even though the game says there are 52 power moons to collect, there are actually more like 68, with some being released when you defeat significant enemies or complete difficult tasks.
There are also super moves, including one in which you can ‘break’ the game, landing outside of the level that you are playing and being rewarded for your unexpected skills with a massive stack of coins! As always, look out for cunning secret entrances to hidden passages and treasure caches.
Secret Special Worlds
There are fourteen kingdoms for you to play through, gathering coins, power moons and more, but this game is not done yet. Beat Bowser and watch the credits roll to unlock the fifteenth world:
The Mushroom Kingdom: this region returns, but with a subtle upgrade allowing you to ramble freely. Swim in the moat, explore Princess Peach’s castle and even chase rabbits if you like!
The Dark Side: you must complete the whole game and collect 250 power moons to automatically unlock this world – and that is not as simple or as easy as it sounds! Once you are there, watch out for enemies, capture Yoshi, Hammer bro and Herm Tank and keep your eyes peeled for even more power moons!
Fourteen New Fun Worlds to Explore
Let us take a quick look at some of the worlds that Mario will encounter:
Cappy is a living hat and he replaces Mario’s less active version, helping him out and guiding him through the game
Super Mario Odyssey for Nintendo Switch is available for purchase on Instant Gaming for a fraction of its retail price. You will receive an official key and be able to play the game in seconds. Play smart. Pay less.
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Super Mario Odyssey Switch Review
Super Mario Odyssey is a masterpiece of a 3D platformer. It features a massive and diverse open world to explore, a wide variety of creative and challenging levels, and a charming cast of characters. The game also introduces a number of new gameplay mechanics, such as Cappy, Mario's new hat-shaped companion that allows him to capture and control enemies and objects.
Odyssey is a joy to play from start to finish. The platforming is tight and responsive, the levels are full of secrets to discover, and the boss battles are creative and challenging. The game is also visually stunning, with some of the most impressive graphics on the Switch.
Overall: Super Mario Odyssey is a must-have for any Switch owner. It is one of the best platformers of all time, and it is sure to please fans of all ages.
Score 8/10
Super Mario Odyssey is a masterpiece of a 3D platformer. It features a massive and diverse open world to explore, a wide variety of creative and challenging levels, and a charming cast of characters. The game also introduces a number of new gameplay mechanics, such as Cappy, Mario's new hat-shaped companion that allows him to capture and control enemies and objects.
Odyssey is a joy to play from start to finish. The platforming is tight and responsive, the levels are full of secrets to discover, and the boss battles are creative and challenging. The game is also visually stunning, with some of the most impressive graphics on the Switch.
Overall: Super Mario Odyssey is a must-have for any Switch owner. It is one of the best platformers of all time, and it is sure to please fans of all ages.
Score 8/10
- Massive and diverse open world
- Wide variety of creative and challenging levels
- Tight and responsive platforming
- Can be repetitive at times
- Some motion controls can be frustrating
- Camera can be problematic in some areas
2023-10-15T19:35:31-0400
Easily one of the best games I've ever played. Fun all the way through. Incredible game from the art style to the music. The gameplay is untouchable and it's the most fluid 3D platformer I've ever played. I only wish I could've played more, I've finished the game maybe in 10-15 hours? Either way, it's spectacular. Everyone should play this game.
Masterpiece 10/10
Masterpiece 10/10
- Everything
- Wish it was longer
2020-08-29T06:24:11-0400
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