Super Mario Odyssey [SWITCH XCI]
Super Mario Odyssey represents a shift in direction for Mario. For about a decade we had exceptional but tightly structured 3D series entries, but this new arrival’s building blocks go back to Super Mario 64. It’s a very modern take on ‘sandbox Mario’, however – Cappy and his abilities are key additions that freshen up the formula, and we have a sizeable and diverse set of lands to explore.That’s certainly the case when docked, as we feel that playing the title through a good TV is the best way to experience the game. Nintendo, to its credit, has done more than bump the resolution from portable to docked; there are notable enhancements that use the extra resources. The game still looks impressive on the portable, but there are more noticeable artifacts and edges – bringing the action to a TV improves these areas. It’s not just a variation in pixel counts, there are genuine differences. We’re pleased to see this, as while Odyssey provides silky smooth and good-looking gaming on the go, it feels like a genuine ‘console’ game when kicking out of a large display.For you amiibo collectors, these also offer a bit of assistance whenever you please.
Super Mario Odyssey will, inevitably, now enter the discussions about the ‘best’ Mario games. In the second half and post-credits – in particular – it takes on a life of its own, showcasing incredible design and development flair. It’s also a wonderful showcase for the Switch, and could introduce a whole new audience to the wonders of Mario in three dimensions. For the veterans among us, meanwhile, it’s yet another special release to remind us of why Mario is still gaming’s number one.
Release Date : 27th Oct 2017
Publisher : Nintendo
Developer : Nintendo
Genre: Adventure, Platformer
Region : USA
File Type : XCI
File Size : 5.6 GB
