Updated for a new generation, yet full of old school charm and nostalgia for long time Mario fans. Super Mario Odyssey is simply one of the most joyous games of all time.

The unveiling of Super Mario Odyssey was accompanied by the jarring image of Mario cavorting with realistically-proportioned humans in an obvious stand-in for New York City. For many, this triggered uncomfortable flashbacks of Sonic striking up romantic relationships with disturbingly lifelike...

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It isn't often that a game like Super Mario Odyssey comes along. I mean this both literally and figuratively. Even since Nintendo started the 3D Mario series with 1996's Super Mario 64 , we've received precisely three other entries: Super Mario Sunshine and both Super Mario Galaxies .

Possibly the best platformer game ever made; Cappy adds so much to the game in terms of mechanics and movement; Beautiful; varied kingdoms to visit and explore; Music is top-notch; Hundreds and hundreds of power moons to collect; expanding gameplay significantly

Motion controls feel shoehorned in at spots

Baz goes on a journey with Super Mario Odyssey, and returns a changed man.

Wide-eyed exploration; Plenty of gameplay variety; Cappy mechanics; Post-game content

One of the most anticipated games of the year is here, and just in time for the holidays. Read on at Kidzworld to see our review of the Switch exclusive, Super Mario Odyssey.

Variety; Controls; Collecting Feels Fun

Some Kingdoms Feel Better Than Others; Some Motion Controls Don't Always Work

Brilliant game which made an excellent gift! A hard to put down game with a good level of nostalgia. Cleverly crafted game with the added bonus to play as classic Mario in the 3D world.

Super Mario Odyssey is a treat that needs to be experienced by everyone who has a Switch. The attention to detail mixed with a host of expansive content and enjoyable gameplay will have you coming back for more. - Elisha Deogracias

Classic Mario charm mixed with new mechanics; Runs smoothly and looks superb; Open-world gameplay filled with lush environments and a litany of content; You're going to get these songs stuck in your head

Capture mechanic is limited to some enemies

Let me just start off by saying that Super Mario Odyssey is fantastic. Simply fantastic! This game is oozing whimsical charm and you're doing yourself a disservice if you don't at least try it! With that said, I must confess that I was actually a little skeptical at first.

In several ways, Super Mario Odyssey seems too eager to please. The game's basic storyline-Mario must rescue Princess Peach from Bowser-remains obligatorily familiar, no doubt to avoid ticking off a legion of traditionalists.

A near faultless game, Super Mario Odyssey is great fun and totally accessible for all ages and ability of gamer. A vibrant, exciting world to explore with a gimmick that breathes new life into a franchise that everyone will have experienced mean Nintendo have truly hit it out of the park for the...