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Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games

201668/100
Sport
This party game pits the Mushroom Kingdom's finest against the Sonic the Hedgehog crew in a series of Olympic events. The motion controls are the draw, with each event requiring a unique set of gestures and button presses to master. While the novelty of the crossover is a core appeal, the simple arcade-style gameplay loop and the sheer variety of events provide enough substance to sustain a few hours of competitive fun.

About Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games

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Mario & Sonic at the Rio 2016 Olympic Games is the fifth installment of the Mario & Sonic series. Unlike previous games, this game was officially licensed by the International Olympic Committee for the 31st Summer Olympic Games and taking place in the host city Rio de Janeiro in Brazil. The game contains two new game modes, Golf and Rugby along with twenty new characters, ten from the Mario series, ten from the Sonic the Hedgehog series.

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Experience the thrill of the Olympic Games with an expanded roster of events and characters, offering the same accessible, competitive fun as its Rio predecessor.

Why recommended

  • Features a wide array of Olympic sports mini-games, from track and field to surfing and skateboarding, providing diverse action-oriented gameplay.
  • Criteria - Supports both competitive multiplayer for up to 8 players locally or online, and a robust single-player story mode.
  • Retains the charming crossover appeal of Nintendo and Sega characters, each with unique abilities that add strategic depth to events.
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While not Olympic-themed, this game captures the same spirit of competitive, action-packed mini-games and lighthearted fun, perfect for both solo play and group gatherings.

Why recommended

  • Emphasizes action through a collection of 80 unique mini-games that test reflexes, timing, and strategy, similar to the varied events in Olympic games.
  • Criteria - Designed for both single-player challenges and engaging multiplayer sessions, supporting up to four players locally or online.
  • The board game format adds a layer of strategic movement and item usage, complementing the quick, action-oriented mini-games.
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Step onto the virtual island of Wuhu and engage in a variety of active sports, offering a similar blend of motion-controlled action and competitive spirit that defined the earlier Mario & Sonic titles.

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  • Features a diverse set of action-based sports activities, including swordplay, wakeboarding, and basketball, all controlled with intuitive motion inputs.
  • Criteria - Offers both single-player modes for practicing skills and competitive multiplayer for up to four players, fostering lively group play.
  • The focus on physical interaction and accessible controls makes it easy for players of all skill levels to jump in and enjoy the competitive action.
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Experience a more realistic take on the Olympic events, offering a direct and authentic sports simulation with a wide range of disciplines, perfect for fans of competitive action.

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  • Focuses on realistic depictions of Olympic sports, from track and field to swimming and boxing, requiring precise timing and button inputs for action-packed gameplay.
  • Criteria - Includes robust single-player career modes and online multiplayer options, allowing players to compete globally or with friends.
  • Features character customization and progression, adding a layer of personalization and replayability to the competitive events.

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