Game-Girl review • Platformer

Super Mario Odyssey Review

Super Mario Odyssey is best treated as a platformer pick for players who want fun, family energy without needing a boring, spreadsheet-style review.

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Which Game Girl liked it most?

Grace — Beginner-friendly, family-safe and sensible reviews.

Grace likes that Super Mario Odyssey is approachable enough for newer players and easy to explain.

Quick game summary

A movement game where jumps, timing and clean level design matter more than menus.

Who this game is best for

players who want story, exploration and memorable moments.

Who should avoid it

you only enjoy large action games.

Gameplay style

Easy to understand, but with enough personality to keep the session moving.

Graphics and sound

Strong atmosphere and presentation, with style doing a lot of the heavy lifting.

Story

Story matters here, especially if you enjoy characters, choices or world-building.

Difficulty

Easy to start and gentle enough for beginners.

Price and value

Best value for players who know they enjoy this style before paying full price.

Six Game-Girl personality verdicts

Luna

Luna gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

Roxy

Roxy gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

Mia

Mia gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

Nova

Nova gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

Zara

Zara gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

Grace

Grace likes that Super Mario Odyssey is approachable enough for newer players and easy to explain.

Pixie

Pixie gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

Ivy

Ivy gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

Belle

Belle gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

Vivienne

Vivienne gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

Aurora

Aurora gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

Amara

Amara gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

Willow

Willow gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

Serena

Serena gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

Raven

Raven gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

Athena

Athena gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

Cleo

Cleo gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.

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