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Super Mario Odyssey

Super Mario Odyssey

Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 8·Released Oct 27, 2017·Single player

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PlatformerAdventure
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Explore incredible places far from the Mushroom Kingdom as you join Mario and his new ally Cappy on a massive, globe-trotting 3D adventure. Use amazing new abilities, like the power to capture and control objects, animals, and enemies to collect Power Moons so you can power up the Odyssey airship and save Princess Peach from Bowser’s wedding plans!

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Ryan McCaffrey·Oct 26, 2017
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Mario’s new romp fuses old with new in a joyous adventure that should not be missed.

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Oli Welsh·Oct 26, 2017
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One of the most daring and influential game designs of all time makes a long overdue comeback in Mario's most madcap adventure yet.

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Chris Kohler·Oct 26, 2017
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For Mario, 3D used to mean freedom. In 1996, Super Mario 64 broke Nintendo’s mascot from the shackles of having to run in a straight line, letting the

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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.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.

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