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.
Which Game Girl liked it most?
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 gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Roxy gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Mia gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Nova gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Zara gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Grace likes that Super Mario Odyssey is approachable enough for newer players and easy to explain.
Pixie gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Ivy gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Belle gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Vivienne gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Aurora gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Amara gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Willow gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Serena gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Raven gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
Athena gives Super Mario Odyssey a curious maybe: not her natural favourite, but still worth a look if the genre suits your mood.
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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