Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games

10 Review to this product

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  P. Webb
  November 14th, 2007 on 8:35 pm

  Rating

  Anyone who fondly remembers the EPXY Winter Games Summer games series and grew up in an era of these two videogame mascots has to at least want to give this a rental for nostalgias sake alone , the thing is this is one of those rentals that is hard to let go of. Once the controls become second nature(and the aches in your shoulders and arms go away) it becomes clear that this title has some of the strongest legs in the replay department that the Wii is currently offering. The usage of Miis is remarkable(unlike say NBA 08) they look good and can be used in Circuit and Single Event Mode- for record setting and unlocking goodies. This being basically a multi mini game experience hard wired into the Summer Olympics the events represented are done so in exceedingly fun and accurate representations (Archery and Table Tennis are reasons enough to own this title) When the game does veer from the more realistic events you are offered things like DREAM RACE a Mario Kart style footrace that is loads of fun particularly in multiplayer mode. The Wii controls are excellent once you read either the manual or the in game control tutorials and after a day or two of practice should become second nature, some remain tricky once learned however and increase in difficulty as you proceed through the circuits. The gallery offers five minigames with five levels of difficulty with OLYMPIC trivia scattered throughout.
  
  I haven’t even mentioned the character specific missions which require specific tasks during events. The controls require real muscle behind them and kids will need some patient adults and the right characters on their side to succeed and enjoy this title to its fullest. After spending five days with this game I am really impressed by my desire to keep coming back and besting my records and unlocking everything.
  
  The only real negatives might be that a ranking system is the only online feature and the slightly non kid friendly controls- also the fact that you NEED the rubberized Wiimote covers currently included with the console just to a get a proper grip on the controller for alot of the events. If you have a plethora of Miis in your Wii to experiment with as well as a love for the Mario and Sonic worlds you are in for a very fun, VERY PHYSICAL Wii Sports style workout that rewards the gamer around every turn.
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  M. Su
  November 15th, 2007 on 8:16 am

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  For once, a super hyped game actually turned out to be super fun. Seriously worth every penny. From the realistic archery, ping pong, to the soar arm races and jumps, it’s just non-stop fun. This is not just made for 3yr kids, I’m over 30 and still find this to be very fun.

  Wii has a bunch of titles with mini-games, like mario party, playground, those were really let downs. The mini games just felt too short, too simple, or too bland.

  Mario & Sonic Olympic is the perfect mix. The mini games are reasonable length ( approx 1 – 2 minute each), tons of different characters with truely different skills, not just the graphics, even the Miis are used perfectly here. With the amount of different events, unlockables, it’ll keep you busy until the christmas gatherings when the big party begans and everyone can huddle around and start your own family Olympics!!
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  Derek D. Rumpler
  November 16th, 2007 on 3:21 pm

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  I remember when I was a kid dreaming of the day when Mario and Sonic would duke it out in a title of their own. This was nothing more than a pipe dream at the time. But now the game is here and this age-old rivalry can be settled once and for all.

  The various events in Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games are based off of the Olympic events of Beijing 2008, such as track, javelin tossing, skeet shooting and other events too various to mention. While the controls can be difficult the first time around (they usually vary from event to event), especially for younger children, they eventually become second nature. Just expect to be sore after playing. The game plays like an advanced version of Wii Sports (although its a shame they didn’t include a Fitness Mode). You can play the games single or in a tourney of more than one type of game after another.

  The game also hosts a few optional mini-games (some are pretty nonsensical and do not relate to the Olympics or sports at all, such as Whack-A-Mole, Cards, Memory and Counting). Successful completion of the mini-games unlocks some interesting Olympic trivia and a selection of music from previous Mario and Sonic games. There are “dream” events, such as a Mario Kart-style footrace, which break the “realism” of the game’s otherwise Olympic setting. These additions add flavor and variety to the game.

  My favorite aspect is the Nintendo Wi-Fi options. While you cannot compete with other people in real time, the game enables you to download an online leader board to your Wii’s hard drive so that you can compare your rankings in selected events with those across the world. This is a welcome addition to those who break the in-game Olympic Record and in-game World Record and want to attempt to break real world records. It adds additional challenge to the game and gives it a much higher replayability.

  I’m not a huge sports fan (or even a fan of “minigame compilations”, a la Mario Party), but I will state that this game is fun and will probably give the addicted player a much-needed workout. For those who want a more realistic Olympic game, Sega (the developers of Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games) will release one later next year. After playing this gem, I might even obtain that one also. Definitely one of the better games on the Wii.
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  Hind's Feet
  November 27th, 2007 on 10:19 pm

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  The game is a blast. To me it is one of the best party games on the Wii. If you like Mario party games, you will like this. I actually like this better then the Mario Party game for the Wii.
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  Anonymous
  December 22nd, 2007 on 2:19 am

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  A kid wrote this review, so you’ll have a better vision of what the game is like than somebody watching.
  
  Let me start off by saying the game is great. (I think there is a new character, Blaze. Either that, or I’ve never seen her before.) In the game there is a main menu. You can choose between:

  Single match: test your olympic skills and play a single match with up to 4 players. There are different categories when the game starts. Athletics,(Track:100m and 110m Hurdles. Field: Long Jump, Triple Jump, Hammer Throw, and Javelin Throw.) Gymnastics, (Trampoline.) Shooting, (Skeet.) Aquatics, (100m Freestyle, 4x100m Freestyle.) Fencing, (Individual epee.) And, last but not least, Table Tennis.(Singles.) NOTE: You can unlock different events by meeting certain achevements and completing circuits.

  Circuit: There are preset courses where you put your olympic skills to the game. There are three difficulty modes: Beginner’s, Advanced, and Master’s. Each of these categories has different circuits made up of different events.(Like a Single match marathon.)EX:100m, 100m swimming, 110m Hurdles, Javelin, Hammer throw.

  Mission: complete requirements given that vary for each character.

  Gallery: Enter the gallery and you will see five segments. In each one, there are trivia questions and you can play games to get the awnser.

  MARIO AND SONIC AT THE OLYMPIC GAMES REPORT CARD!!!

  GRAPHICS——————-A+
  
  MUSIC———————-A+++
  
  GAME———————–A-
  
  OVERALL——————–A+

  The reason why I gave it a 4 star is because the games are a bit hard, and the ones that aren’t hard are easy.
  
  So I say: RENT THE GAME FIRST!!!!!!!!
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  PantsOnFire
  December 29th, 2007 on 6:09 am

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  I love this game, my three kids love this game and so will you if you’re looking for a family fun-time game. The controls are easy enough for my 4 year old to use. If you’re like me and you want the best Wii games in your library then add M&S at the Olympic Games. I mostly speaking to those of you who like Carnival and Mario Party 8. Like those? Then you’ll like this game too.
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  Julie
  December 30th, 2007 on 1:38 am

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  My husband and I just got this as a holiday present and we can’t stop playing it. Some of the moves take some time to become comfortable with, but it is utterly addicting and thoroughly exhausting. We mostly play this game and Wii Sports, although we also play others. The beauty of this game in my opinion is how many different sports you can compete in – you can unlock several beyond those initially available. I highly recommend this game to anyone who enjoys moving around!
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  C. Harmon
  January 3rd, 2008 on 3:37 pm

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  This is a great game! My sons (7 & 3) and husband are pros by now and each have a great time playing. My 3-yr-old has a hard time with the more complex moves you do with the controller, but still manages to have fun. My older son and husband are dueling to get the World Records! I myself find some of the controller moves complex as well (I am not the best coordinatied person!), but am coming along just fine. A must have for sporting nuts and Mario fans!
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  Victoria Tarrani
  January 17th, 2008 on 5:51 pm

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  You will at least feel as if you had participated in some of the winter sports.

  My hand to eye coordination is off, but even I have fun playing. I love watching the family play.

  This is great to bond families. Want to talk to your kids — here is a starting place.

  Everything is electronic, and this game (as well as other Wii) games keep you up-to-date; even if you’re 83.

  This game is loaded with mini-games inside, and it is really fun for the family.

  5 stars

  Victoria Tarrani
  
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  J. Kurfman
  February 20th, 2008 on 11:32 pm

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  This game is awesome fun. The events keep you busy and work up a sweat. It is a true workout. Whether you are a gamer or someone who is particular in what games you play, you will enjoy this one. Another good characteristic is that you can play with your Mii, which takes is straight from the console. The graphics are good as well.