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Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games (Wii, Nintendo DS)

common sense media says

Favorite gaming icons compete in a lackluster Olympics.


parents & educators say
  • 33% say it's educational

What parents need to know

Parents need to know that other than some comic mischief, you won't find anything questionable or offensive here. While some characters are apt to get a boot to the rear end now and then, "Mama Mia" is as close as you get to cursing.

Educational value: Teaches some history of the Olympic Games.
Positive messages: The game is about sportsmanship and friendly competition among rivals.
Violence & scariness: Not applicable.
Language: Not applicable.
Consumerism: Sonic is a well-known SEGA brand and Mario is Nintendo's leading franchise.

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What to talk about

Talk to your kids

Families can talk about the history of the Olympic Games. Because this game provides entertaining information about the history of the real games and events, do you think this game has raised your interest in the real Olympics? Which events did you like playing the most, the real ones or the fantasy ones?

What's the story?

What's the story?

In MARIO AND SONIC AT THE OLYMPIC GAMES, onetime rivals Mario, of the Super Nintendo Entertainment System, and Sonic the Hedgehog of SEGA Genesis have come together in a madcap version of the Olympic games. Gameplay involves competing in a series of Olympic-type games including track and field events, gymnastics, table tennis, and others. But there are also some games you will never see in real life, like maneuvering through hoops in the sky. To compete, you choose your character from the ranks of these popular franchises -- Tails, Shadow, and Dr. Eggman are among Sonic's crew, while Mario's cast includes Peach, Bowser, Wario, and Luigi -- and more characters can be unlocked by completing events.

Is it any good?

Is it any good?
 

While the premise sounds fun and the characters are beloved old favorites, the game lacks polish. Controls are spotty and simplistic, and the games have little depth. But there are over 20 events to choose from and four different game modes. The ability to play with up to three friends is a positive. Sadly Mario's first meeting with Sonic is pretty lackluster -- especially on the already Mini game-saturated Wii console.

Game themes & details

Game Details
Available on: Nintendo Wii, Nintendo DS
Not available online
Genre: Party
Developer: Sega of America
Released on: November 7, 2007
Price: 39.99
ESRB Rating: E for Comic Mischief

This review was written by Andrew Bub
 
 

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What parents & educators say

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Based on 6 parent & educator reviews:
  • 33% say it's educational

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DPNorman
kid, 13 years old
 
Plagued with control issues.
Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games is, at its core, a minigame collection that you can normally find for 15 bucks at any store, except Mario and Sonic characters are in it. The game is filled with control issues to an almost ridiculous level, making some games almost unplayable. Flailing your arms around in random ways desperately hoping that the broken control will respond is not that fun. There is some fun to be had here, but dissappointment is more common. And the 50 dollar price tag is insulting.

Sashasumba123
teen, 16 years old
 
I liked it little Sashasimba123
This game get's your heart moving but i expect the winter one to be better.

joshrulz98
kid, 13 years old
 
I marked bad role models becauese soetimes if your character loses an event they say stuff like i was going easy etc. but its a great game!

Divine_Munchie_99
teen, 17 years old
 
Decent
I agree with tedobrien98, this game is better with more people. That's when the game gets more fun and competitive!

Bad words
kid, 11 years old
 
Hmm..
It seems ok.But adults are from another galaxy.

KinbJune
teen, 13 years old
 
Mario and Sonic's Epic Fail
This was the hardest game to play ever! I could never figure out the controls, and when I thought that I did, I messed up even more! I even read the instructions, but this game is impossible to play!

vikings622
teen, 16 years old
 
Great Game
The Game is great for kids and adults i said on for 4+ because young kids will have trouble playing. If you took out Mario and Sonic and their buddies it is a lot like Wii Sports

kthompson
educator and parent of and 4 , 6 , 8 , 10 , 14 year old
 
Worth every penny!
I have kids from 2 - 12 that can all play this together. It is a great game for a group to enjoy. The best game for my 2 year old is the dream race and the least favorite is fencing followed by vault. The older kids 4 and up enjoy all the games.

Justino4
teen, 14 years old
 
Not Worth Your Money
Fun, but not worth the money, Mario and Sonic have no bad content to have this game hated, although as I said, it is fun, but not worth the money.

Kakaroy
kid, 13 years old
 
It's ok
The only violence is wwhen you have a crossbow on the one sport. Tons of signs with the five rings which represent the olympics in Beijing. Fun game,though.

Starside 3
kid, 11 years old
 
A game that will bore you to tears
boring after a while

 
What in the world happened to making good games???
A lot of people have been wanting to come out with more politically correct video games that will not offend anyone. They've done it, but at the cost of entertainment. This game is just plain sad. Sonic and Mario have been known for their awesome adventures fighting enemies Dr. Robotnik and Bowser, respectively. But the game creators decided to throw all that away to create an uninspired joke of a game. This game is contains nothing inappropriate, and promotes all the right things, but it's got to be one of the worst games I've played in my life. If you really want to find a game that's non-offensive but still entertaining, try something else. There's plenty better than this.

gamereviewer6469
parent of 11 year old
 
good variety game
good game with a little mario and sonic!

bonso
kid, 11 years old
 
i think mario and sonic do something fun here
its just very fun.

jay 999
kid, 12 years old
 
Terrible.Dull,clumsy,stupid,mindless and thick.
Look, althogh its sold over a million copies its just hard and dull. Ive only played it twice and now i think im going to trade it in. BAD,CERTAINLY NOT RECOMENDED.

tedobrien98
kid, 13 years old
 
Great game for family occasions or partys but not so much by yourself.
I got it last Christmas from Santa Claus and I must say the whole family got great fun out of it. And we're not a family of children you know. The closest sibling in age to me is 19. Theres a 25 year old, 24 year old, 22 year old, 19 year old, 11 year old and sometimes even Mam and Dad play it!!! But it isn't as much fun by yourself. It's the sort of game which could be put away in the corner and forgotten about until the next family game night or party or whatever. But don't get it for any child under the age of 7 or 8 who get's easily frustrated.

sonicisawsome778
teen, 14 years old
 
yay a mario sonic crossover!
for the first mario and sonic cross over this is kinda good. rent it then buy it if you like it.

kaytopian
teen, 14 years old
 
its great!
i think its a fun game.our family has it for our wii. my brother and i play it alot. i think it has sends good messages, it teaches you can go for anything plus you learn some about what they do in the olypics. i really like it.

jayveon
kid, 11 years old
 

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