Super Mario Odyssey (Switch)

Choosing between Super Mario Odyssey and Super Mario Bros. Wonder largely depends on your preferred gameplay style and multiplayer needs. Odyssey, launching in 2017, offers a sandbox, open-world adventure structure, whereas the newer 2023 release, Wonder, focuses more on traditional, linear platforming levels combined with transformative 'Wonder Effects'. A significant divergence is in local play: Odyssey supports both local and online multiplayer, making it excellent for group sessions on the couch. Conversely, Super Mario Bros. Wonder focuses solely on online multiplayer, lacking local co-op functionality. Furthermore, Wonder carries a slightly higher recommended age rating of 7 compared to Odyssey's rating of 3, likely due to newer challenges or mechanics.