Its collection of open-world Kingdoms is varied and broad, and sometimes clearly inspired by Super Mario 64. It generously doles out new worlds to explore, effortlessly cycling from one charming enemy and unique gameplay idea to the next. It is comfortable in absurdity and wields this attitude to cut through the limitations of its otherwise straightforward structure and keep you smiling all along the way.Ībove all else, Odyssey is refined.
It surprises you with not just inventive mechanics, of which there are many, but with expertly tuned level design and moments of charismatic wit. Super Mario Odyssey displays a clear understanding of what makes Mario tick, and is neck and neck for top billing among its esteemed predecessors.
