A Benchmark for a great 3D platformer.
Great mechanics that allow for skill expression while still managing to be friendly for younger players.
Extremely satisfying collectathon gameplay with the moons and coins. And unlike some other Mario games the coins are actually used as currency, which gives an actual reason to go out of your way to collect them.
The soundtrack is also top tier. I don't even need to say anything, just give a listen to Jump Up, Super Star.
Sadly the multiplayer is very wonky and feels like a last minute addition to advertise co-op. I'd much rather the game be without it, since it did get my hopes up just to disappoint.
Another weak point is the forced use of motion controls. I do NOT want to shake my controller to throw cappy downwards or in a spin throw. It feels ridiculous and is also inaccurate at times which can be incredibly frustrating.
Great mechanics that allow for skill expression while still managing to be friendly for younger players.
Extremely satisfying collectathon gameplay with the moons and coins. And unlike some other Mario games the coins are actually used as currency, which gives an actual reason to go out of your way to collect them.
The soundtrack is also top tier. I don't even need to say anything, just give a listen to Jump Up, Super Star.
Sadly the multiplayer is very wonky and feels like a last minute addition to advertise co-op. I'd much rather the game be without it, since it did get my hopes up just to disappoint.
Another weak point is the forced use of motion controls. I do NOT want to shake my controller to throw cappy downwards or in a spin throw. It feels ridiculous and is also inaccurate at times which can be incredibly frustrating.