How Many Worlds Are in Super Mario Odyssey? A Complete Breakdown
To answer the question outright: Super Mario Odyssey contains a total of 17 unique kingdoms for Mario to explore. This makes it one of the largest and most content-rich 3D Mario games ever created by the storied Nintendo development team.
Let‘s take an in-depth look at each whimsical world and what it brings to the Odyssey experience!
Main Story Kingdoms – The Core Platforming Showcase
Super Mario Odyssey‘s main story campaign features 14 incredibly varied kingdoms spanning deserts, forests, beaches, and even a bustling city. Each world has its own visual style, enemies, challenges and secrets.
Here they are in order:
| Kingdom | Theme | Moons |
|---|---|---|
| Cap Kingdom | Top hat towers | 6 |
| Cascade Kingdom | Dinosaur landscape | 11 |
| Sand Kingdom | Mexican desert | 89 |
| Lake Kingdom | Clear waters | 18 |
As shown above in just the first four kingdoms, the variety both visually and in gameplay is incredible. From the olympic platforming of the Cascade Kingdom to the puzzle solving pyramids of the Sand Kingdom – each 3D space surprises and delights.
And that moon counter shows how much exploration potential each kingdom holds!
Lake Kingdom total moons: 18
Sand Kingdom total moons: 89
That‘s a huge difference!With clever level design, charming visuals and tightly tuned platforming mechanics, Odyssey‘s kingdoms set a high benchmark for the genre.
Post-Game Unlockables – Extending the Fun
Finishing Super Mario Odyssey‘s story lets players dive into three new secret kingdoms. Two in particular represent the ultimate platforming gauntlet for experts:
The Darker Side tests even seasoned Mario masters with precision platforming across lava seas, updraft gusts and narrow pillars. And yes – it also features a heart-pounding showdown with the end game boss once more!
Meanwhile the Dark Side glows an ominous red, daring players to withstand rapid Conkdor assaults amidst crumbling territory.
But the real reward comes in combing ALL kingdoms for Power Moons. With 17 worlds total, over 900 of these collectible fuel sources are strewn around levels waiting to be discovered!
Critical & Commercial Success Shows Staying Power
Since launching in October 2017, Super Mario Odyssey has received widespread perfect review scores and sold over 23 million copies worldwide as of March 2022.
Metacritic: 97/100
IGN: 10/10
GameSpot: 10/10This Mastepiece designation shows the development team‘s creative vigor still burns bright. And with each kingdom besting entire past Mario game map rosters, it demonstrates Nintendo‘s peerless grasp on 3D platforming design.
Will Odyssey 2 Take Us Back – Or Onwards To New Worlds?
Rumors swirled throughout 2022 of a potential Odyssey sequel in development for Nintendo Switch. After millions of players fell in love with Mario‘s globe-trotting adventure, anticipation runs high for where he‘ll vacation next!
What wacky new kingdoms could we visit in an Odyssey 2? My money is on…
Candy Kingdom – Towering gingerbread houses and chocolate fountains! But watch out for that mischievous dentist guarding the sugar stash…
Haunted Hollow – Colorful but creepy valleys filled with Boos, witches and things that go bump in the night! Only the bravest should apply…
While nothing is confirmed yet, with the original‘s wild success a follow-up seems inevitable. And you can bet new locales to ground pound through will top the wishlist for many gleeful gamers!
For now, Super Mario Odyssey‘s 17 carnival-esque kingdom blueprint remains a joy and revelation to return to anytime. May we happily lose countless more hours scouring its magical corners for stars and celebration!
