So, grab your Switch, throw your cap, and capture the adventure. The Odyssey awaits.

No discussion of Mario is complete without mentioning the score, and Odyssey boasts one of the strongest soundtracks in the franchise's history. Composed by Naoto Kubo, Shiho Fujii, and Koji Kondo, the music dynamically shifts as Mario moves through the world.

So, what's new in ? For starters, Cappy - a sentient hat that allows Mario to possess and control various objects and creatures. This innovative mechanic opens up a whole new world of possibilities, from possessing a T-Rex to controlling a tank. The gameplay is incredibly diverse, with a perfect blend of exploration, platforming, and puzzle-solving.

Need to cross a sea of poison? Capture a frog and leap to safety. Need to fly high into the sky? Capture a Sherp and launch yourself like a rocket. Need to solve a puzzle? Capture a Moe-Eye and use their goggles to see invisible platforms. This mechanic solves the biggest problem in open-world games: verticality. In most games, a wall is an obstacle. In Odyssey , a wall is just a place where you need to find a Bullet Bill to capture and blast through.

, which are scattered throughout the world in staggering numbers.

The game's soundtrack, composed by Koji Kondo and Naoto Kubo, is an absolute treat, with catchy and upbeat melodies that perfectly complement the game's lighthearted atmosphere. The graphics, powered by the Switch's capable hardware, are simply stunning, with vibrant colors, detailed textures, and smooth animations.