Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020

WellPlayedZachary Reardon

8.5/10

Sega and Nintendo join forces once again to bring their beloved mascot characters to the world's stage, The Summer Olympics.

DualShockersCameron Hawkins

8/10

Overall, Mario & Sonic is a welcoming surprise that I can see myself playing with friends regularly. Even with such a diverse option of events and mini-games, in reality, I will likely be returning to play soccer more than anything else. The game is wonderfully polished with a triumphant soundtrack that I always took notice of. Learning more about Tokyo and its timeline with the past and present is an unnecessary addition, but it solidifies the amount of care that went into the development of the game. Twelve years later, I can confidently say that the Mario & Sonic franchise has evolved into ...

COGConnectedPatrick Anderson

80/100

With another Summer Olympics fast approaching next year, that means another installment of SEGA’s long-running Mario & Sonic Olympic game series. And Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 has a bit of special vibe to it, being in Japan and also the first title on the Switch. Even so, this latest title mostly sticks to the tried-and-true formula and delivers a solid package that is a lot of fun even if it lacks depth at times.

Press StartShannon Grixti

7/10

Mario And Sonic At The Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 is a fun collection of games that absolutely anybody can enjoy. The story mode is delightful, although a little bit tedious and repetitive, but doesn't detract from what is otherwise, a nice package.

VideogamerRich Walker

7/10

A fun collection of events, Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 has some chaff amongst the wheat, but overall, this an entertaining package that will no doubt be a party favourite.

Pure NintendoSeth Coit

7/10

After having been to Beijing, Vancouver, London, Sochi, and Rio De Janeiro, it’s fair to assume Mario and Sonic have become gold medal athletes. Unfortunately

Twisted VoxelAli Haider

7/10

We review Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 and explains why this new entry might be the best one in the series.

Nintendo LifeChris Scullion

7/10

Its 34 events provide welcome variety and there are far more hits than misses in its line-up, but once you're finished with Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020's four-hour Story mode it becomes notably less enticing for solo players. With no real incentives or unlockables to aim for, this should be considered a strictly multiplayer affair if you want to still be playing it by the time the actual Tokyo 2020 Olympics roll around.

There’s nothing wrong with Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games 2020. It’s presented with verve and for such a large range of mini-games, the fact that there’s no true dud in there is impressive in its own right. At the same time, it lacks the competitive edge of the “proper” Olympics title this year, and is a little too feature light for its own good as either a single player or local multiplayer experience. That makes it throwaway. Good fun, sure. Well made, absolutely. But throwaway nonetheless.

WCCFtechDave Aubrey

5/10

As much as we all love competitive gaming experiences, there's something wonderful about stripping things down to the basics and just having fun with your friends. Sometimes I really want to play a fast-paced battle royale, and shoot people down while zipping around a map. And sometimes I just want to be able to play a game with friends, in the same room, and have fun. This is exactly why I love the Nintendo Switch, for since Mario Kart 8 Deluxe launched it has always given me something to play with my friends. You would think this means that Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 is an...

TechRaptorAndrew Stretch

4.5/10

While there are a few fun games to be played in Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 the majority of the games will disappoint. 8-Bit mode is a nice touch but doesn't add much to the overall package. While for some it could be an enjoyable experience many players will be happier giving this a pass. Maybe 4 more years will be good for it.

Checkpoint GamingSonii Winters

Unscored

The fire flower is lit, and the flickies are soaring through the air, which can only mean one thing, that Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 is officially underway! This latest entry is the sixth game in the crossover series, so surely they’ve got the winning formula down pat by now, right?