Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker could quite possibly be the most adorable game played on Wii U systems this Festive season — unless you're in Europe and it's a New Year treat. Last week cleared up release dates and, we shouldn't forget, revealed Toadette as a playable character, tipping this one over the safe levels of cuteness.
It is looking rather adorable, with more than 70 levels promising pretty decent value at its $39.99 price tag — it'll also include power-ups such as the Double Cherry and plenty of other references to its Super Mario 3D World heritage. The latest trailer — right at the end of this article — also does nothing to reduce our anticipation for this sedate-looking puzzler.
The recent detail reveals have brought a host of new screens to enjoy, too, so we've compiled assets uploaded by Nintendo last week and today for one brightly-coloured gallery bonanza; some of these show two Toad characters on screen at once, in a manner that seams unlikely to be down to the Double Cherry power-up...
It's a nice way to kick off the week, we feel — enjoy!
Are you charmed by Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker so far? Let us know.
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Cuteness overload ACTIVATE!
I need it to be December. Can't wait to play this co-op!!
this game is just like super mario 3d world. the more that i see of this game the more that i want it!!!!
ok, those screenshots look kinda cute!
Just wow, I am so much more impressed with this game than when it was announced. Twelfth screen down, is anyone else reminded of Luigi's Mansion attraction form Nintendo Land?
Also, a little off topic but does anyone here think Mario Maker will be digital only.
@InfernoUprising Why won't you evolve! Throws Sun Stones
Something that I love about this game is how alive the characters look. Besides the superbly fluid animation, they look happy, surprised, scared, concerned, etc. depending on the current situation. That attention to detail is one of the things I love the most about EAD Tokyo's work.
But Nintendo says in their website that this is single player only. The double cherry is deceiving some eyes.
@Hero-of-WiiU I do not.
And I thought SM3DW is and will be the best looking Wii U game. Captain Toad looks like it's going to dethrone it.
Cuteness factor = Off the charts! = Must buy!
@BensonUii Agreed! Gosh, I really want this game. Maybe Super Smash Bros. shouldn't be the last game I buy this year. ^^
This game looks beautiful.
This honestly looks better than Super Mario 3D World! The lighting and textures are looking more crisp making the colors look more vibrant and attractive as hellllllll! My most anticipated game this holiday, even more than Smash and Bayonetta 2 #NoShame
GAK! The cuteness! IT'S TOO MUCH! Must...look away! I am a man! ...D'aaaaaaaaw!
I'm not into Bayonetta 2, I'm not really thinking Smash Bros is for me but having played this at EGX I'm totally sold. (I was sold even before I played it but now even more so)
It really can't come soon enough.
@ModestFan93
As @sinalefa says, this game is not co-op. It's 1-player only. Still looks great though.
I can't lie, I don't actually like Toad.
His voice, his unabashed enthusiasm, that haunting stare...
But I'll end up having to get this game for the sheer abundance of spectacular visuals, and also the fair challenge it's bound to provide!
I am so very excited for this!!
@Hero-of-WiiU If that's the one with the maze, then I'm more reminded of those Yoshi's New Island puzzles where you guide the fake Yoshi onto the spikes.
@aaronsullivan @ModestFan93 I hope the website is wrong about it being only 1-player, like it sometimes is. The scene at the end with Captain Toad and Toadette circling the star looks like it could be an official victory animation for co-op.
The Tokyo EAD has clearly built on their knowledge from SM3DW, with more details with surfaces, reflections and light sources. This game seems to be set more in dark places than 3D World, to make use of Captain Toad's lamp. If the Tokyo EAD is actually working on a new Mario game for the Wii U as the rumors say, I really look forward to that one.
The Soundtrack of this game seems to be simply fantastic, just like SM3DW or MK8. Counting in the visuals which look just awesome and friggen Toad as the main Character, this game is a day one purchase for me! I just love it ^^
This makes me want a Wii U even more ;-;
The American version is getting a T rating from the ESRB as they gave Toadette breasts and she wears a tank top in that version. I know sex sells....but I'm not sure it normally applies to mushroom chicks. Really odd choice
Definitely a day one purchase for me!
That Pachinko level looks so much fun!
This game looks absolutely gorgeous. It's been a long, long time since I've said that before. When I get a Wii U, this game is going to be on the radar, but there are so many other games... at least this is a good problem to have.
I'll need to play SM3DW before I make my decision on this.
Please don't lynch me for not having played SM3DW yet.
@Pod I can't stand Toad, but I'm actually really excited for this game. I think I'll have to get it a lot sooner than I'd originally planned.
That looks beautiful. I liked the Toad levels in 3D World, but I was a bit worried that the concept wasn't enough for a full game. If those pictures are any indication, it looks like the game is much more varied and expanded in comparison to the levels in 3D World. I should've expected that, but hey, I try to be cautious in order to not be disappointed. This looks promising.
@aaronsullivan Unless Toadette comes outta nowhere and dances with Toad for Star victory those screens showcase co-op.
Man this game looks so amazing,i'm happy toad is getting his own game.
@midnafanboy And Toadette. Reason my interest has doubled.
Thanks to you, i now have 41 new backgrounds!
@StaticWind
Oh goodness no! Smash Bros should be the FIRST of a handful of games you buy this season.
@ModestFan93
No co-op. Those are double cherries and a few pics from a cut scene with them together.
People are more excited for this more than Smash? You guys are killing the Wii U. No wonder Nintendo fans are made fun of; they're excited for this cutesy little puzzle game spin-off more than the biggest game of the year for Wii U which will be miles more fun than Captain Toad. Also, is Captain Toad co-op? I can't believe this single player little puzzle game is the ONLY Wii U game you'll buy this holiday. This is just sad, and it makes me not want to support this game. It'll flop anyway, barley reaching the 1 million mark.
Still buying this, it looks really good. But it's extremely overrated already.
@potatomage7 BUY ONE!
YESSS!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Come on now, let's be civil please — TBD
@JaxonH I find it hard to believe that 3D World gets co-op and this doesn't when they introduced a 2nd player character in Toadette.
@SockoMario People are just showing support cause all know that this title are gonna be overlooked by the masses.
@ModestFan93
I can't speak for Nintendo, but I imagine it has something to do with the fact that the gameplay concept is just designed around one player. Like Pushmo World.
@JaxonH Whoops! Perhaps I should have been more specific. Sorry.
I meant the Wii U version. Believe me, that game comes before anything else — I've waited too long for it! I meant to say that the Wii U version shouldn't be the last game I buy this year, as I didn't plan on buying anything else because of so much money spending. Captain Toad is just capturing my interests more than before. ^^
@StaticWind Oh gotcha, makes more sense now lol... I was thinking "Man, this is a prime time to buy your last game of the year- all the good games are coming out in the next 60 days!"
@CaptainToad6786 Sorry, didn't mean to offend you. : (
@JaxonH Haha, yeah! It's overwhelming.
Still not seen as much variety as I would like. (Was indifferent to the levels in 3D World - DIdn't like or dislike). I liked the look of that mine cart thing but I hope there is a decent proportion of different things like that. (Same way 3D World wouldn't have been as good if they were all the standard type of level).
I haven't been more interested in a Mario game since Kart 7. Maybe it's because I haven't olayed a good puzzle game in a while, but I'm really excited for this, even though it does seem a little overhyped.
Even when these guys make a small spin-off from a recent 3D Mario game, they don't slack off.
Toadette is too adorable, hopefully she'll be playable in more non-party Mario games.
@SockoMario I for one am looking forward to this far more than Smash, as I'm not into fighting games, but I highly doubt I'm killing the WiiU as I have purchased 45 retail games and a dozen or so eshop games... Im sure Smash will be great, and anything that helps sell more consoles I'm down with, but which game will be more fun is totally a matter of opinion... and as for people who make fun of Nintendo gamers, there isn't anything I could possibly care less about...
My big two games for the holiday season this year are Bayonetta 2 for Halloween and Captain Toad for Christmas!
Yes, this is looking really nice, even more refined then SM3DW!
@sinalefa - you nailed it. these small worlds and the characters themselves feel like they are so detailed and lovingly constructed with fluid animation and lively expressions.
@SockoMario Indeed, let's all buy SSB, because you said so. Honestly, I'm not interested in SSB, I've played the original and Melee back in the day, but I wasn't amazed by it. I'm not going to spend $60 on a game I will barely touch.
I think you have no idea what you are talking about. People showing their enthusiasm for a original IP is not going to kill the Wii U, the passive mindset that you have, however, is.
Quick scroll to bottom. I don't want more level spoilers of this awesome game.
The trailer last week really showed how much effort that went into the game.
It was already day 1 purchase, but now its even more sure.
This game has gone from a maybe later purchase, to a game I hope someone to buy me for my Birthday, to a I'll be buying it myself day one when the game comes out. I just hope I'll have the money after Christmas shopping to get it in January.
Anyway, the game looks more and more adorable. I enjoyed the Captain Toad levels in Super Mario 3D World, but they've appeared to have expanded it more and more each time they show things off for this game and it currently has a tight hold on my attention. Eagerly awaiting the chance to play it.
Best way to spend some of my student loan in January
"some of these show two Toad characters on screen at once, in a manner that seams unlikely to be down to the Double Cherry power-up..."
Mhhh I'm not sure, I checked every screenshot carefully and it seems to me it is totally a double cherry affair.
I hope I'm wrong...
Kawaii
Nintendo's current-gen art direction is awesome! "Charming" is an understatement.
@potatomage7 What the hell are you waiting for?
@Omarpixel9 Funds, my wallet is pretty tight right now, but I expect I'll be able to get one by the end of the year
Looking at these screens makes me feel happy
Toadette is SO CUTE. <(0__0)>
Doesn't the video seem to show co-op? At 2:47 you very briefly see a clip with 4 toads on screen at once, all with different coloured spots (red, blue, yellow and green). It's very short, but does look like it could be co-op to me.
It is like Nintendo hates it when I have money. I don't understand it.
I loved the captain Toad levels and this game looks amazing. This is a pretty packed year end for Wii U owners. A game each month!
@SockoMario Didn't mean to offend you either
@Rawden, its not co op, unfortunately. Those other toads are NPC's
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