Super Mario Odyssey (2017)
Super Mario Odyssey is a 2017 3D platformer for the Nintendo Switch. Mario travels across diverse kingdoms to rescue Princess Peach from Bowser, using his new companion Cappy to “capture” enemies and objects, solve puzzles, and collect Power Moons.
Game Data
| Release Year | 2017 |
| Developer | Nintendo EPD |
| Publisher | Nintendo |
| Platform | Nintendo Switch |
| Genre | 3D Platformer |
| Players | 1 (2P Assist Mode supported) |
| Original Media | Switch Cartridge / Digital |
Gameplay:
Odyssey brings back sandbox-style exploration: each kingdom is packed with secrets, platform challenges, and mini-objectives.
Cappy’s capture ability is the big twist—turning enemies (and even weird objects) into playable “movesets,” opening up new routes and puzzles.
Story:
Bowser kidnaps Princess Peach to force a wedding. Mario teams up with Cappy to chase Bowser across the world, recover the stolen wedding items,
and save both Peach and Cappy’s sister Tiara.
Trivia:
Odyssey is often seen as a modern continuation of the “Mario 64 / Sunshine” sandbox line—big areas, tons of optional moons,
and movement tech that rewards skill and experimentation.
Super Mario Odyssey modernized 3D Mario with huge, varied kingdoms (Metro Kingdom / New Donk City became instantly iconic), a capture mechanic that constantly changes how you play, and movement that feels ridiculously good once you start chaining tricks.
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Why Super Mario Odyssey Was Historically Important
Odyssey helped define the Switch era: it proved Nintendo could deliver a flagship 3D Mario with modern presentation while returning to sandbox exploration. Cappy’s capture mechanic also became a standout example of “one new idea that changes everything” in a platformer’s design.
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