Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games

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  • Publisher: Sega
  • Release Date: Nov 15, 2011
  • Also On: 3DS
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  • Summary: Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games contains over 50 original Olympic themed events playable in both single and multiplayer modes. Bringing a whole new dimension to the Mario & Sonic universe, the glasses-free 3D visuals and the unique control systems mean there are plentyMario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games contains over 50 original Olympic themed events playable in both single and multiplayer modes. Bringing a whole new dimension to the Mario & Sonic universe, the glasses-free 3D visuals and the unique control systems mean there are plenty of new and exciting ways to compete for a coveted gold medal!… Expand
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Critic Reviews

Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 11 out of 38
  2. Mixed: 25 out of 38
  3. Negative: 2 out of 38
  1. Videogameszone.de
    Dec 16, 2011
    86
    The new Mario & Sonic game offers some new mini games. You will enjoy the game probably at your new years eve parties with your friends.
  2. Vandal
    Nov 25, 2011
    80
    This new Mario & Sonic olympic game isn't going to surprise anyone for its new features, but the game has improved and offers improved gameplay for everyone. Although we miss an Olympic mode like in the previous game, the new London For Everyone is a great addition and provides hours of fun.
  3. NZGamer
    Nov 27, 2011
    75
    It's also a fun game for adults to play in a party situation, and is likely to provide some level of entertainment to people of all ages - just keep in mind the high waggle factor and the convoluted controls; this will definitely lead to frustration for some.
  4. Everyeye.it
    Nov 25, 2011
    65
    Mario & Sonic at the London Olympics 2012 is the game that we expected: pros and cons balance each other giving players an interesting arcade game for Christmans.
  5. GamesRadar+
    Dec 2, 2011
    60
    Thanks to the strange combination of one diverting new mode with a slew of rehashed sporting events, Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games disappoints as much as it entertains.
  6. Gameblog.fr
    Nov 22, 2011
    60
    This is a game targeting the younger ones. Easy to play, those new olympic trials include football, cycling, badminton, beach volley, kayaking, and horse riding. Globally, they are well implemented, and there's the "dream challenges", which offer a new take on some classic sports through action, racing and platforming levels to boost the content. It's perfect for a birthday with chocolate cake, fun and accessible, but that's if you haven't reached puberty yet.
  7. Machinima
    Dec 14, 2011
    35
    Bad games happen all the time, and so do brand-extending cash-grabs. But when a game is this blatant in how it wants to take consumers' money-by mashing up long-standing franchises with mostly solid reputations-it's cause for disgust.

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 14 out of 24
  2. Mixed: 8 out of 24
  3. Negative: 2 out of 24
  1. robertoiglesias
    Nov 9, 2019
    10
    A fun experience on the Wii with more energy and more content. And the Dream Events are a high point
  2. Maddox121
    May 24, 2015
    10
    i almost bate the ENTIRE game im really good got all the songs and its just stankin awesome. i like the coconut mall song. but the SHOULD'VEi almost bate the ENTIRE game im really good got all the songs and its just stankin awesome. i like the coconut mall song. but the SHOULD'VE put Green Hill Zone.… Expand
  4. reviewmatt
    Oct 22, 2013
    9
    This is by far the best of Mario and sonic olympic games, but maybe the best olympic game too. It's fun single or multiplayer, and theThis is by far the best of Mario and sonic olympic games, but maybe the best olympic game too. It's fun single or multiplayer, and the multiplayer is the highlight for me. If you have a wii and 1-3 other friends pick up this game.… Expand
  5. sonicheroes123
    Aug 23, 2014
    8
    This is my favourite entry in the m&s seris and by far the best in the franchise and not only is it one of my favourite mario games it's on ofThis is my favourite entry in the m&s seris and by far the best in the franchise and not only is it one of my favourite mario games it's on of my favourite sonic games too… Expand
  6. BuzzBundle
    Nov 25, 2011
    7
    I got two games this month and this was one of them. It's pretty fun! My cousins have been over and we have been playing the other game II got two games this month and this was one of them. It's pretty fun! My cousins have been over and we have been playing the other game I got more so I'm kind of scoring this game against the other. But we did play Mario & Sonic enough to have a good time. If you like playing with other people I think this one is good to have.… Expand
  7. Kostas_Spirou
    Dec 29, 2021
    7
    This is something different, I was never interested in the Olympic Games that much but this game is honestly fun!

    There's a good amount of    This is something different, I was never interested in the Olympic Games that much but this game is honestly fun!

    There's a good amount of minigames to choose from, and every single one of them is completely different from each other.

    The character roster is pretty good, the characters have different stats and traits so you can experiment with whoever you want.

    And lastly, the London Party mode is very good! The stakes are higher, and it contains some unique and exciting minigames.

    Overall, the controls can get in the way sometimes, but it's a very enjoyable game, especially if you play with other players.

    Final Rating: "Good" ~ 7/10.    … Expand
  8. StuartBaggs
    Jul 23, 2012
    3
    This game is by far the worst game in the "Mario & Sonic" series so far. I own all version of the games including the DS versions of the firstThis game is by far the worst game in the "Mario & Sonic" series so far. I own all version of the games including the DS versions of the first 2 and the 3DS counterpart of this. The fiddly controls make the games boring and repetitive, yet alone hard to play. For example, in the 100M event, there is no longer any inclusion of the Nunchuck. This is a bizarre decision considering how these events where so easy to play in the Beijing version, where you had the option of playing with or without the extra controller. Also, having no circuit mode or any fun Single Player mode means the game is lacking in content. It seems like Sega have rushed this game to get it out as early as possible, amid the British Olympic fever, in an attempt to receive as much money as possible from a dwindling series. If the game was the original with some extra events and the London theme printed on, this would have got a score of 8. Unfortunately, the game could have 5 events on it and it would still sell like hotcakes due to the inclusion of Mario & Sonic. Buy the Beijing version, or even better, the official game if you have access to an Xbox or PlayStation.… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#26 Best Wii Game of 2011
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#8 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2011
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#10 Most Shared Wii Game of 2011