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((Infobox video game
| title = Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker
| image = CaptainToadtreasuretracker.png
| caption = North American cover art
| developer =[[Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development#Tokyo Software Development Department|Nintendo EAD Tokyo]]((efn|Development cooperation by [[1-Up Studio]]. [[Nintendo EPD]] and [[Nintendo Software Technology]] developed the Switch and 3DS versions.))
| publisher = [[Nintendo]]
| series = ''[[Mario (franchise)|Mario]]''
| platforms = ((ubl|[[Wii U]]|[[Nintendo 3DS]]|[[Nintendo Switch]]))
| released = '''Wii U'''((Video game release|JP|November 13, 2014<ref name="NLIFEO">((Cite web|url=https://www.gematsu.com/2014/11/10-minutes-captain-toad-treasure-tracker-gameplay|title=10 minutes of Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker gameplay|first=Sal|last=Romano|work=Gematsu|date=November 4, 2014|accessdate=August 13, 2023|archive-date=May 24, 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220524162142/https://www.gematsu.com/2014/11/10-minutes-captain-toad-treasure-tracker-gameplay|url-status=live))</ref>|NA|December 5, 2014<ref name="NLIFEO"/>|EU|January 2, 2015<ref name="NLIFEO"/>|AUS|January 3, 2015<ref>((cite tweet |user=NintendoAUNZ |number=532099180559605760 |date=2014-11-11 |title=#CaptainToad: Treasure Tracker arrives on #WiiU on 03/01. Yep, 3rd January! Trailer: http://youtube.com/watch?v=oKGpWtLt4tw&list=UUAGRhXIbnKPNVf1JvwafawQ |access-date=2024-01-18 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160305064518/https://twitter.com/NintendoAUNZ/status/532099180559605760 |archive-date=2016-03-05 |url-status=live))</ref>))
'''3DS''', '''Switch'''((Video game release|WW|July 13, 2018<ref>((cite web|url=https://www.engadget.com/2018-03-09-captain-toad-treasure-nintendo-switch-3ds.html|title='Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker' heads to Nintendo Switch and 3DS|first=Mariella|last=Moon|work=[[Engadget]]|date=March 9, 2018|accessdate=August 13, 2023|archive-date=March 29, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230329041927/https://www.engadget.com/2018-03-09-captain-toad-treasure-nintendo-switch-3ds.html|url-status=live))</ref>))
| director = ((ubl|Kenta Motokura|Shinya Hiratake))
| producer = Koichi Hayashida
| designer = Yuka Kitahara
| programmer = ((ubl|Katsuyasu Ando|Norihiro Aoyagi))
| artist = ((ubl|Yuri Adachi|Daiki Nishioka|Keisuke Okubo))
| writer = 
| composer = ((Unbulleted list|Naoto Kubo|[[Mahito Yokota]]))
| genre = [[Puzzle video game#Origins and popularity|Action puzzle]]<ref name="GRR"/>
| modes = [[Single-player video game|Single-player]], [[multiplayer]]
))

'''''Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker'''''((efn|Known in Japan as ((nihongo|'''''Advance! Captain Toad'''''|進め! キノピオ隊長|Susume! Kinopio-taichō||)))) is a 2014 [[action video game|action]] [[puzzle video game|puzzle]] video game developed and published by [[Nintendo]] for the [[Wii U]]. The game was re-released for the [[Nintendo Switch]] and [[Nintendo 3DS]] in 2018 with additional content. It is a [[spin-off (media)|spin-off]] of the ''[[Super Mario]]'' series and a part of the larger [[Mario (franchise)|''Mario'' franchise]]. The game stars [[Captain Toad]] and Toadette as they complete levels, defeat enemies and save each other from the antagonist Wingo. Each level is contained within a miniature diorama-like environment that requires puzzle-solving and [[Platform game|platforming]] challenges to complete. The player also uses the [[Wii U GamePad]] to rotate the camera and reveal new information and interact with the environment.

The Captain Toad levels in ''3D World'' started as a prototype concept that was included as side levels in the final product. Captain Toad was selected as the main character because his large backpack would justify the lack of jump controls. The developers wanted to make the concept into a full game since the start of ''3D World''(('))s development, and upon [[Shigeru Miyamoto]]'s request, development began after the conclusion of ''3D World''. Plucking as an action was made for additional gameplay variation, and bonus challenges and collectibles were added to help with difficulty. The goal throughout development was to make the game enjoyable to as broad of an audience as possible, and help normalize the use of camera control in video games.

''Treasure Tracker'' was announced at [[E3 2014]], releasing November 14 in Japan, December 5 in North America, and the following January in PAL regions. All versions received generally favorable reviews, being praised for its graphics and concept but criticized for its camera control and never fully leaning into its gimmick. The 3DS and Switch versions were praised for their utilization of hardware, though the multiplayer was considered lackluster. The Wii U Version sold over 1 million copies, making it one of the highest-selling games on the console. The Switch version sold over 2 million copies, placing it inside the top 50 best-selling games for the system.

== Gameplay ==
[[File:Captain Toad Treasure Tracker Gameplay.jpg|thumb|left|A gameplay screenshot showing the diorama-like style of the game's levels. The player uses the [[Wii U GamePad]] to view other angles of the environment, to get Captain Toad to the star.]]

In ''Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker'', the player controls Captain Toad, a [[Toad (Nintendo)|Toad]], or his companion [[Toadette]], attempting to safely navigate through various obstacles and reach a star at the end of each level.<ref name="Does the World Need">((cite web |last=Parish |first=Jeremy |date=June 23, 2014 |title=Does the World Need Another Mario Spin-off? Yes, When It Stars Captain Toad |url=http://www.usgamer.net/articles/does-the-world-need-another-mario-spin-off-yes-if-it-stars-captain-toad |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160611012840/http://www.usgamer.net/articles/does-the-world-need-another-mario-spin-off-yes-if-it-stars-captain-toad |archive-date=June 11, 2016 |access-date=September 25, 2014 |website=US Gamer |publisher=Gamer Network))</ref><ref>((Cite web |url=https://www.eurogamer.net/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-footage-introduces-captain-toadette |title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker footage introduces Captain Toadette |date=2014-10-10 |access-date=2023-07-23 |website=[[Eurogamer]] |last=Phillips |first=Tom |archive-date=July 23, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230723234103/https://www.eurogamer.net/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-footage-introduces-captain-toadette |url-status=live ))</ref> As in ''Super Mario 3D World'', Captain Toad and Toadette can walk and run, but cannot jump due to their heavy backpacks.<ref name="NLIFER"/> They are able to pull plants out of the ground to use as projectiles, a feature that is also used to interact with other items the level.<ref name="EUROGR"/>

Each level is contained in a small environment, requiring the player to solve puzzles or complete [[platformer|platforming]] challenges to complete the level in a linear fashion.<ref name="IGN"/><ref name="POLYGI"/> By using the thumbsticks or motion sensors on the [[Wii U GamePad]], the player can rotate the diorama-like level to different orientations, revealing new paths and parts of the environment. The GamePad can also be used to interact with the environment in some levels, such as using the touchscreen to move platforms, blowing into the built-in microphone to move moving platforms, and using the motion controls to aim and throw objects at enemies.<ref name="IGN"/><ref name="NLIFER"/> The player has two [[hitpoint]]s that can be lost by being hit by enemies. If the second hitpoint is lost, the player must restart the level. However, if all lives are lost, the game is over. Mushrooms are hidden in levels that will restore a lost hitpoint when collected.<ref name="GSPOTR"/>

Collectibles are hidden in each level, and once a level is beat it can be completed with special conditions, such as completing the level without taking damage.<ref>((Cite web |url=https://www.digitalspy.com/videogames/wii-u/a613029/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review-wii-u-an-adorable-adventure/ |title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker review (Wii U): An adorable adventure |date=2014-12-01 |access-date=2023-07-23 |website=[[DigitalSpy]] |last=Reynolds |first=Matthew |archive-date=July 23, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230723234132/https://www.digitalspy.com/videogames/wii-u/a613029/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review-wii-u-an-adorable-adventure/ |url-status=live ))</ref> When a Toad [[Amiibo]] is scanned the player is put into a random level and tasked with finding a hidden pixel art of Toad.<ref>((Cite web |url=https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2015/03/video_using_amiibo_with_captain_toad_treasure_tracker |title=Video: Using amiibo With Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker |date=2015-03-26 |access-date=2023-06-05 |website=[[Nintendo Life]] |last=Garbutt |first=lee |archive-date=May 23, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220523151138/https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2015/03/video_using_amiibo_with_captain_toad_treasure_tracker |url-status=live ))</ref> In the Nintendo Switch port, the hide-and-seek pixel Toad challenges do not require a Toad Amiibo to play.<ref name="NLIFESR"/> The re-release for the Nintendo Switch in included [[co-op multiplayer]]; the second player controls a pointer that can interact with enemies and toss turnips. Additional Amiibo released featuring ''[[Super Mario Odyssey]]'' characters were also released and compatible with the Nintendo Switch version that unlock four bonus levels based on locations found within ''Odyssey''. The levels can be unlocked by scanning the Amiibo or are made available after completing the game.<ref>((Cite web |url=https://www.shacknews.com/article/106174/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-nintendo-switch-review-buried-treasure |title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker (Nintendo Switch) Review: Buried Treasure |date=2018-07-17 |access-date=2023-06-05 |website=[[Shacknews]] |last=Mejia |first=Ozzie |archive-date=August 30, 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210830030628/https://www.shacknews.com/article/106174/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-nintendo-switch-review-buried-treasure |url-status=live ))</ref> 18 additional levels were also released the following year as paid [[downloadable content]] (DLC).<ref>((Cite web |url=https://www.eurogamer.net/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-is-getting-free-co-op-paid-dlc |title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker is getting free co-op, paid DLC on Switch |date=2019-02-14 |access-date=2023-06-05 |website=[[Eurogamer]] |last=Wales |first=Matt |archive-date=June 5, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230605025617/https://www.eurogamer.net/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-is-getting-free-co-op-paid-dlc |url-status=live ))</ref> With the removal of the Wii U GamePad the Nintendo Switch still retained some of its features when being used portably; if the player is playing ''Treasure Tracker'' while docked, a cursor will appear on the screen that the player controls using motion controls.<ref>((cite web|url=https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2018/06/hands_on_getting_on_the_go_in_captain_toad_treasure_tracker_on_switch|title=Hands On: Getting On The Go In Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker On Switch|first=Alex|last=Olney|date=June 28, 2023|accessdate=August 13, 2023|archive-date=July 25, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210725041200/https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2018/06/hands_on_getting_on_the_go_in_captain_toad_treasure_tracker_on_switch|url-status=live))</ref>

=== Plot ===
The game opens with Captain Toad and Toadette ascending a tower together to claim a star. The villainous giant crow Wingo appears and steals the star, taking Toadette along with him when she grabs hold of it. The player guides Toad as he tracks Wingo down to his lair and rescues Toadette. Each following chapter sees one of the two captured, and the player controls the other Toad on their way to save them. In the final scene of the game, they defeat Wingo, and the introduction to ''Super Mario 3D World'' plays out, and Captain Toad is seen following a falling star into the glass pipe. For the Switch/3DS versions, the final scene shows Captain Toad following the ''[[Super Mario Odyssey#Plot|Odyssey]]''.

==Development==
[[File:Koichi Hayashida E3 2013.jpg|thumb|right|Koichi Hayashida (pictured promoting ''[[Super Mario 3D World]]'' at [[E3 2013]]) served as the game's producer.]]

''Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker'' was developed by [[Nintendo EAD]] and published by Nintendo.<ref>((cite web|url=https://www.eurogamer.net/captain-toad-is-nintendo-at-its-off-beat-best|title=Captain Toad is Nintendo at its off-beat best|first=Martin|last=Robinson|work=[[Eurogamer]]|date=November 6, 2014|accessdate=August 13, 2023|archive-date=July 5, 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220705030556/https://www.eurogamer.net/captain-toad-is-nintendo-at-its-off-beat-best|url-status=live))</ref> Shinya Hiratake, the lead level designer of ''[[Super Mario 3D Land]]'' and ''[[Super Mario 3D World]]'', served as the game's lead director, while Koichi Hayashida, who was a director for ''3D World'', served as a producer. Despite being in a position that was less hands-on, Hayashida said he was more involved with ''Treasure Tracker'' in its latter half than he was ''3D World.<ref name="NLIFEI">((Cite web |url=https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2014/12/interview_captain_toad_treasure_trackers_developers_talk_over_origins_and_the_contents_of_toads_backpack |title=Interview: Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker's Developers Talk Over Origins and the Contents of Toad's Backpack |date=2014-12-09 |access-date=2023-06-04 |website=[[Nintendo Life]] |last=Whitehead |first=Thomas |archive-date=December 10, 2014 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141210181154/https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2014/12/interview_captain_toad_treasure_trackers_developers_talk_over_origins_and_the_contents_of_toads_backpack |url-status=live ))</ref>

=== ''Super Mario 3D World'' levels ===
Among the many prototypes of what would become ''3D World'' was a level that Hayashida described as a "little diorama stage using Mario"; the game's camera would look at the level from the outside. They found that allowing Mario to jump would result in the level needing to be much larger than intended, so the idea as the game's base concept was scrapped. However, they knew the concept would work if the player character was unable to jump. An idea was pitched to the creator of the ''[[Mario (franchise)|Mario]]'' and ''[[The Legend of Zelda (franchise)|The Legend of Zelda]]'' franchises [[Shigeru Miyamoto]] that featured [[Link (The Legend of Zelda)|Link]] as the featured character.<ref name="NLIFEI"/> The concept was rejected because to him, Link would traverse the environment and fight enemies with his sword, which took focus away from the puzzle gimmick.<ref name="POLYGI"/> While considering other characters that would justifiably be unable to jump, the developers settled on the character [[Captain Toad]] from the 2007 video game ''[[Super Mario Galaxy]]'' because of his large backpack. Captain Toad would be included in a series of levels within ''3D World'' that featured this original concept, which released in 2013.<ref name="NLIFEI"/> Since the beginning of the concept's conception they wanted to create a standalone game using it, and limited the amount of Captain Toad levels in ''3D World'' because of it.<ref name="IGNI">((Cite web |url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2014/12/02/how-captain-toad-became-the-star-of-his-own-game |title=How Captain Toad Became the Star of His Own Game |date=2014-12-02 |access-date=2023-06-04 |website=[[IGN]] |last=Otero |first=Jose |archive-date=February 1, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230201183526/https://www.ign.com/articles/2014/12/02/how-captain-toad-became-the-star-of-his-own-game |url-status=live ))</ref> Miyamoto asked them to make it a full game due to his enjoyment of the Rubiks' Cube, wanting to create a game that featured mechanics similar to it, which the staff were happy to do so.<ref name="NLIFEI"/><ref name="IGNI"/>

=== Design ===
Each level was designed to be its own unique environment with a linear path to completion. The developers wanted camera control to be required to teach new players or those unfamiliar with the concept to use it, both in ''Treasure Tracker'' and other future Nintendo games. Small tunnels and pillars were used to emphasize camera rotation.<ref name="POLYGI">((Cite web |url=https://www.polygon.com/2018/8/7/17658584/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-nintendo-legend-of-zelda |title=Where Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker came from |date=2018-04-07 |access-date=2023-06-04 |website=[[Polygon (website)|Polygon]] |last=McWhertor |first=Michael |archive-date=November 29, 2021 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211129213624/https://www.polygon.com/2018/8/7/17658584/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-nintendo-legend-of-zelda |url-status=live ))</ref> A camera alternative where the player viewed the game in first-person was explored but was too complex to include. At the start of development the team designed 100 levels and played through them together.<ref name="NLIFEI"/><ref name="NLIFEI2"/> One of their first problems was stale gameplay; since the game lacked jumping they relied on only walking, which became repetitive. To fix this they added a second mechanic, plucking, where Captain Toad could pull items from the ground and interact with objects in the environment. With the addition of plucking they were able to diversify the level mechanics. To make the level selection less overwhelming for the player, the levels were split into three groups called "episodes" that increased in difficulty. Bonus challenges and collectibles were added to give an additional challenge for more experienced players, and a time limit wasn't included so less experienced players could have however much time is needed to solve the puzzles.<ref name="NLIFEI"/> Various level designs were inspired by ''[[One Thousand and One Nights|Arabian Nights]]''.<ref name="NLIFEI2">((Cite web |url=https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2015/02/captain_toad_treasure_tracker_director_teases_small_surprise_for_all_amiibo_in_the_game_discusses_sources_of_inspiration |title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Director Teases "Small Surprise" for All amiibo in the Game, Discusses Sources of Inspiration |date=2015-02-16 |access-date=2023-06-04 |website=[[Nintendo Life]] |last=Whitehead |first=Thomas |archive-date=May 23, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220523142859/https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2015/02/captain_toad_treasure_tracker_director_teases_small_surprise_for_all_amiibo_in_the_game_discusses_sources_of_inspiration |url-status=live ))</ref>

A two-player cooperative [[multiplayer video game|multiplayer]] mode was considered and explored but ultimately scrapped from the final product, though the idea was revisited in the Swtich version of the game.<ref>((cite web|url=https://www.gamedeveloper.com/design/how-co-op-was-introduced-in-i-captain-toad-treasure-tracker-i-|title=How co-op was introduced in Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker|work=[[Game Developer (magazine)|Game Developer]]|date=August 7, 2018|accessdate=August 13, 2023|archive-date=February 7, 2023|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230207122537/https://www.gamedeveloper.com/design/how-co-op-was-introduced-in-i-captain-toad-treasure-tracker-i-|url-status=live))</ref> The game's story was made to be connected to that of ''3D World''(('))s; the developers also considered connecting the story to ''Super Mario Galaxy'', as a story being read by [[Rosalina (Mario)|Rosalina]].<ref name="NLIFEI2"/> Captain Toad was designed to be a treasure hunter to justify his reason to explore, so much that it almost becomes a negative character trait. Hiratake described Captain Toad as "a crow that loves shiny things or a moth to a flame. He just loves treasure so much that he can’t think about anything else".<ref name="POLYGI"/> Hiratake ensured that Captain Toad had as much character as possible, emphasizing that he was an unlikely hero with personality. They included details to his character to show this, such as making him dizzy if he is interacted with on the [[Wii U GamePad]], or being scared when approached by enemies. Miyamoto also pitched in with this idea, giving suggestions, such as how Captain Toad should never defeat enemies directly, only accidentally in attempt to save himself.<ref name="IGNI"/> Toadette was made playable further down the line to offer gameplay variance, and Hayashida noted that the two were "adventure pals" in the game.<ref name="IGNI"/><ref>((Cite web |url=https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nintendo-reveals-the-toads-gender-secret/1100-6423610/ |title=Nintendo Reveals the Toads' Gender Secret |date=2014-11-17 |access-date=2023-06-04 |website=[[GameSpot]] |last=Ray Correia |first=Alexa |archive-date=October 14, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20221014083203/https://www.gamespot.com/articles/nintendo-reveals-the-toads-gender-secret/1100-6423610/ |url-status=live ))</ref>

=== Announcement and release ===
''Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker'' was announced at [[E3 2014]], detailing level mechanics and enemies.<ref>((Cite web |url=https://www.digitalspy.com/videogames/e3/a576826/e3-2014-captain-toad-treasure-tracker-announced-by-nintendo/ |title=E3 2014: Captain Toad Treasure Tracker announced by Nintendo |date=2014-06-10 |access-date=2023-06-04 |website=[[Digital Spy]] |last=Reynolds |first=Matthew |archive-date=August 13, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230813115456/https://www.digitalspy.com/videogames/e3/a576826/e3-2014-captain-toad-treasure-tracker-announced-by-nintendo/ |url-status=live ))</ref> The game released November 13, 2014 in Japan and the following December 5 in North America.<ref name="NLIFEO"/> It released January 2 in Europe, although [[Game (retailer)|Game Retail Limited]] began selling copies two weeks early.<ref>((Cite web |url=https://www.eurogamer.net/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-goes-on-sale-two-weeks-before-official-release-date |title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker goes on sale two weeks before official release date |date=2014-12-19 |access-date=2023-06-04 |website=[[Eurogamer]] |last=Yin-Poole |first=Wesley |archive-date=July 6, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220706121522/https://www.eurogamer.net/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-goes-on-sale-two-weeks-before-official-release-date |url-status=live ))</ref><ref>((Cite web |url=https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2014/12/uk_retailer_game_is_selling_captain_toad_treasure_tracker_this_side_of_christmas |title=UK Retailer GAME Is Selling Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker This Side Of Christmas |date=2014-12-18 |access-date=2023-06-04 |website=[[Nintendo Life]] |last=McFerran |first=Damien |archive-date=August 10, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220810171930/https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2014/12/uk_retailer_game_is_selling_captain_toad_treasure_tracker_this_side_of_christmas |url-status=live ))</ref> After the game released a Toad [[Amiibo]] was created and was made compatible with the game; when scanned, the player is put into a part of a level and given ten seconds to find a hidden pixel art of Toad.<ref>((Cite web |url=https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2015/03/video_herers_how_amiibo_will_work_in_captain_toad_treasure_tracker |title=Video: Here's How amiibo Will Work in Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker |date=2015-03-12 |access-date=2023-06-04 |website=[[Nintendo Life]] |last=Vogel |first=Mitch |archive-date=May 19, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220519124302/https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2015/03/video_herers_how_amiibo_will_work_in_captain_toad_treasure_tracker |url-status=live ))</ref>

The game was re-released to other Nintendo consoles to reach a larger audience of players. The original plan was to release the game for the Nintendo 3DS only, because its stereoscopic 3D effect would better show the level's dimensions. While developing the Nintendo 3DS version Nintendo was also developing the 2017 video game ''[[Super Mario Odyssey]]'', where they found that many players enjoyed playing together with separate [[Joy-Con]] controllers. Because of this, they also decided to make release the game for the Nintendo Switch, including co-op multiplayer.<ref name="POLYGI"/> The re-release was announced for both consoles via [[Nintendo Direct]] on March 10, 2018. The Nintendo Switch announcement also highlighted the new multiplayer, as well as additional levels themed after ''Super Mario Odyssey''. Both versions released worldwide July 10, 2018.<ref>((Cite web |url=https://www.gamespot.com/articles/captain-toad-is-headed-to-switch-nintendo-direct-c/1100-6457274/ |title=Captain Toad Is Headed To Switch, Nintendo Direct Confirms |date=2018-03-10 |access-date=2023-06-04 |website=[[GameSpot]] |last=Pereira |first=Chris |archive-date=September 17, 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220917084535/https://www.gamespot.com/articles/captain-toad-is-headed-to-switch-nintendo-direct-c/1100-6457274/ |url-status=live ))</ref> Paid DLC for the Nintendo Switch was announced in February 2019 featuring 18 new levels in five courses. The DLC released on March 14, 2019.<ref>((Cite web |url=https://www.siliconera.com/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-gets-co-op-paid-dlc-on-march-14-2019/ |title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Gets Co-op, Paid DLC On March 14, 2019 |date=2019-02-13 |access-date=2023-06-04 |website=[[Siliconera]] |last=Lada |first=Jenni |archive-date=February 1, 2023 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20230201065728/https://www.siliconera.com/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-gets-co-op-paid-dlc-on-march-14-2019/ |url-status=live ))</ref>

==Reception==
((Video game reviews
| title = ''Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker''
| MC = (Wii U) 81/100((efn|Based on 78 reviews<ref name="MC"/>))<ref name="MC">((cite web | url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/captain-toad-treasure-tracker/critic-reviews/?platform=wii-u |title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker for Wii U Reviews |publisher=[[Metacritic]] | access-date=December 11, 2014 | url-status=live |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20210625035411/http://www.metacritic.com/game/wii-u/captain-toad-treasure-tracker/ |archive-date= June 25, 2021))</ref><br/>(3DS) 79/100((efn|Based on 7 reviews<ref name="DS"/>))<ref name="DS">((Cite web|url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/captain-toad-treasure-tracker/critic-reviews/?platform=3ds|title=CAPTAIN TOAD: TREASURE TRACKER 3DS|website=Metacritic|access-date=August 7, 2020 |url-status=live|archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20201001140543/http://www.metacritic.com/game/3ds/captain-toad-treasure-tracker |archive-date= October 1, 2020))</ref><br/>(NS) 82/100((efn|Based on 66 reviews<ref name="Switch"/>))<ref name="Switch">((Cite web|url=https://www.metacritic.com/game/captain-toad-treasure-tracker/critic-reviews/?platform=nintendo-switch|title=CAPTAIN TOAD: TREASURE TRACKER Switch|website=Metacritic|access-date=August 7, 2020 |url-status=live|archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20210616235603/http://www.metacritic.com/game/switch/captain-toad-treasure-tracker |archive-date= June 16, 2021))</ref>
| 4P = 85/100<ref name="4PSR">((Cite web|url=https://www.4players.de/4players.php/dispbericht_fazit/Switch/Test/Fazit_Wertung/Switch/35846/83274/Captain_Toad_Treasure_Tracker.html|title=Test: Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker (Logik & Kreativität)|website=4Players.de|date=July 12, 2018 |access-date=August 7, 2020 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20211129213644/https://www.4players.de/4players.php/dispbericht_fazit/Switch/Test/Fazit_Wertung/Switch/35846/83274/Captain_Toad_Treasure_Tracker.html |archive-date= November 29, 2021))</ref><ref name="4PR">((Cite web|url=https://www.4players.de/4players.php/dispbericht_fazit/Wii_U/Test/Fazit_Wertung/Wii_U/35846/80943/Captain_Toad_Treasure_Tracker.html|title=Test: Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker (Logik & Kreativität)|website=4Players.de|date=January 2, 2015 |access-date=August 7, 2020 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20211103132425/https://www.4players.de/4players.php/dispbericht_fazit/Wii_U/Test/Fazit_Wertung/Wii_U/35846/80943/Captain_Toad_Treasure_Tracker.html |archive-date= November 3, 2021))</ref>
| Edge = 7/10<ref name="EDGER">((cite magazine|date=January 2014|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker|magazine=[[Edge (magazine)|Edge]]|publisher=[[Future plc|Future Publishing]]|issue=262|pages=114))</ref>
| EGM = 8/10<ref name="EGMR">((Cite magazine|url=http://www.egmnow.com/articles/reviews/egm-review-captain-toad-treasure-tracker/|title=EGM Review: Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker|magazine=Electronic Gaming Monthly|access-date=August 7, 2020|url-status=dead|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141203164128/http://www.egmnow.com/articles/reviews/egm-review-captain-toad-treasure-tracker/|archive-date=December 3, 2014))</ref>
| EuroG = 8/10<ref name="EUROGR">((Cite web|url=https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2014-12-23-captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker review|website=Eurogamer|date=December 23, 2014|access-date=August 7, 2020 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20150727062638/https://www.eurogamer.net/articles/2014-12-23-captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review |archive-date= July 27, 2015))</ref>
| Fam = 34/40<ref name="FAMR">((cite web|url=https://www.gematsu.com/2014/11/famitsu-review-scores-issue-1353|title=Famitsu Review Scores: Issue 1353|first=Sal|last=Romano|work=Gematsu|date=November 4, 2014|accessdate=August 13, 2023|archive-date=January 27, 2022|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220127000909/https://www.gematsu.com/2014/11/famitsu-review-scores-issue-1353|url-status=live))</ref>
| GI = (Wii U) 8.25/10<ref name="GIR">((Cite magazine|url=https://www.gameinformer.com/games/captain_toad_treasure_tracker/b/wii_u/archive/2014/12/01/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-game-informer-review.aspx|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker (2014)|magazine=Game Informer|access-date=August 7, 2020 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20180601054508/https://www.gameinformer.com/games/captain_toad_treasure_tracker/b/wii_u/archive/2014/12/01/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-game-informer-review.aspx |archive-date= June 1, 2018))</ref><br/>(NS) 8/10<ref name="Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker">((Cite magazine|url=https://www.gameinformer.com/review/captain-toad-treasure-tracker/nintendo-recuts-a-semiprecious-stone|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker|magazine=Game Informer|access-date=August 7, 2020 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20211129213624/https://www.gameinformer.com/review/captain-toad-treasure-tracker/nintendo-recuts-a-semiprecious-stone |archive-date= November 29, 2021))</ref>
| GSpot = 8/10<ref name="GSPOTSR">((Cite web|url=https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-nintendo-switch-revi/1900-6416940/|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Nintendo Switch Review: Time For Adventure|website=GameSpot|access-date=August 7, 2020 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20190504105123/https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-nintendo-switch-revi/1900-6416940/ |archive-date= May 4, 2019))</ref><ref name="GSPOTR">((Cite web|url=https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review/1900-6415978/|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Review|website=GameSpot|access-date=August 7, 2020 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20211129213636/https://www.gamespot.com/reviews/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review/1900-6415978/ |archive-date= November 29, 2021))</ref>
| GRadar = ((Rating|3|5))<ref name="GRR">((Cite web|url=https://www.gamesradar.com/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review/|title=Captain Toad Treasure Tracker Review|website=GamesRadar+|date=December 2014|access-date=August 7, 2020|archive-date=November 29, 2021|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211129213624/https://www.gamesradar.com/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review/|url-status=live))</ref>
| IGN = (Wii U) 8.2/10<ref name="IGN">((cite web|url=http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/12/01/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Review|last=Sliva|first=Marty|date=December 1, 2014|website=[[IGN]]|access-date=December 1, 2014 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20180422070221/http://www.ign.com/articles/2014/12/01/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review |archive-date= April 22, 2018))</ref><br/>(3DS/NS) 8.7/10<ref name="ign.com">((Cite web|url=https://www.ign.com/articles/2018/07/11/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-switch-and-3ds-review|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker - Switch and 3DS Review|website=IGN|date=July 11, 2018 |access-date=August 7, 2020 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20211129215140/https://www.ign.com/articles/2018/07/11/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-switch-and-3ds-review |archive-date= November 29, 2021))</ref>
| NLife =  8/10<ref name="NLIFEDSR">((Cite web|url=https://www.nintendolife.com/reviews/3ds/captain_toad_treasure_tracker|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker 2018|website=Nintendo Life|date=July 11, 2018|access-date=August 7, 2020 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20210614013839/https://www.nintendolife.com/reviews/3ds/captain_toad_treasure_tracker |archive-date= June 14, 2021))</ref><ref name="NLIFESR">((Cite web|url=https://www.nintendolife.com/reviews/nintendo-switch/captain_toad_treasure_tracker|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker 2018|website=Nintendo Life|date=July 11, 2018|access-date=August 7, 2020 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20210405111010/https://www.nintendolife.com/reviews/nintendo-switch/captain_toad_treasure_tracker |archive-date= April 5, 2021))</ref><ref name="NLIFER">((Cite web|url=https://www.nintendolife.com/reviews/wiiu/captain_toad_treasure_tracker|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker 2014|website=Nintendo Life|date=December 2014|access-date=August 7, 2020 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20190311193320/https://www.nintendolife.com/reviews/wiiu/captain_toad_treasure_tracker |archive-date= March 11, 2019))</ref>
| NWR = (Wii U) 9/10<ref name="NWR">((cite web | url=http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/review/39128/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review | title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker Review | last=Bonds | first=Curtis | date=December 1, 2014 | website=Nintendo World Report | archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20141202033304/http://www.nintendoworldreport.com/review/39128/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review | archive-date=December 2, 2014 | access-date=December 1, 2014))</ref><br/>(3DS/NS) 8.5/10<ref name="nintendoworldreport.com">((Cite web|url=https://www.nintendoworldreport.com/review/47725/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-switch3ds-review|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker (Switch/3DS) Review|website=Nintendo World Report|access-date=August 7, 2020 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20190421194602/https://www.nintendoworldreport.com/review/47725/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-switch3ds-review |archive-date= April 21, 2019))</ref>
| Poly = (Wii U) 8.5/10<ref name="POLYR">((cite web|url=http://www.polygon.com/2014/12/1/7312633/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review-wii-u|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker review: adventure time|date=December 2014|publisher=Polygon|access-date=December 2, 2014 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20211021210505/http://www.polygon.com/2014/12/1/7312633/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review-wii-u |archive-date= October 21, 2021))</ref>
| VB = (Wii U) 85/100<ref name="VBR">((Cite web|url=https://venturebeat.com/2014/12/01/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-is-nintendos-next-great-spinoff-review/|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker is Nintendo's cutest risk ever (review)|website=VentureBeat|date=December 2014|access-date=August 7, 2020 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20210613163033/https://venturebeat.com/2014/12/01/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-is-nintendos-next-great-spinoff-review/ |archive-date= June 13, 2021))</ref><br/>(NS) 90/100<ref name="VBSwitch">((Cite web|url=https://venturebeat.com/2018/07/11/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review-a-peak-nintendo-puzzler-for-switch/|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker review — a peak Nintendo puzzler for Switch|website=VentureBeat|date=July 11, 2018|access-date=August 7, 2020 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20210411212025/https://venturebeat.com/2018/07/11/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-review-a-peak-nintendo-puzzler-for-switch/ |archive-date= April 11, 2021))</ref>
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=== Critical reviews ===
The Wii U version of ''Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker'' received an 81/100 of [[review aggregator]] website [[Metacritic]], indicating "generally favorable reviews".<ref name="MC"/> The Nintendo Switch and Nintendo 3DS versions received an 82/100 and 79/100 respectively, also indicating generally favorable reviews.<ref name="Switch"/><ref name="DS"/>

==== Wii U version ====
Critics praised the visuals,<ref name="EDGER"/><ref name="GSPOTR"/> especially the small details and an emphasis on cute graphics.<ref name="EGMR"/><ref name="IGN"/><ref name="NLIFER"/> Curtis Bonds of ''Nintendo World Report'' applauded the game's worldbuilding as being much more larger and complex than what was present of them in ''3D World''.<ref name="NWR"/> ''[[4Players]]'' reviewer Jan Wobbeking also praised the game's detail and visual design.<ref name="4PR"/> Fitch noted the HD visuals and how they "help Treasure Tracker tell its simple-yet-charming tale remarkably well".<ref name="EGMR"/> ''[[Electronic Gaming Monthly]]''(('))s Andrew Fitch in particular enjoyed Captain Toad's characterization, finding it to be a fresh change of personality from Mario,<ref name="EGMR"/> a statement echoed by Marty Sliva of ''[[IGN]]''.<ref name="IGN"/> Although ''[[Polygon (magazine)|Polygon]]'' found the plot lacking, they believed the gameplay made up for it.<ref name="POLYR"/>

Gameplay and usage of the Wii U GamePad were also generally praised.<ref name="GIR"/><ref name="GSPOTR"/><ref name="IGN"/><ref name="POLYR"/> Reeves was surprised at the level of depth in the gameplay and the amount of variance that can be found in levels that don't involve jumping.<ref name="GIR"/> Writing for ''[[GameSpot]]'', Peter Brown enjoyed the boss battles and their evolving difficulty.<ref name="GSPOTR"/> Although ''Polygon'' expressed the game did not have much depth as a mainline ''Mario'' game, the gimmicks and execution were "pure Nintendo" that continuously evolved and reiterated on itself.<ref name="POLYR"/> In a more critical review, ''[[GamesRadar+]]'' reviewer Matthew Castle criticized the gimmicks of the game for never being fully justified or explored, such as removing the ability to jump, forcing the player to use ladders instead.<ref name="GRR"/> Ben Reeves of ''[[Game Informer]]'' praised the utilization of the Wii U GamePad, and the ways it used the touchscreen, microphone, and motion controls to make each level unique.<ref name="GIR"/> Brown considered ''Treasure Tracker'' to be a rare example of a Wii U game best played on the Game Pad.<ref name="GSPOTR"/> Sliva expressed some distaste in the GamePad being used excessively, and how motion controls were always active and accidentally used when not necessary.<ref name="IGN"/>

Some critics expressed confusion in the game's genre and overall gameplay scope.<ref name="EGMR"/><ref name="EUROGR"/><ref name="GRR"/> With the lack of multiple objectives in ''3D World'', Fitch believed the game leaned too much towards being a platformer than a puzzle game.<ref name="EGMR"/> Castle expressed similar concerns, giving mixed opinions on the gameplay that never leaned toward either direction and making the game feel experimental overall.<ref name="GRR"/> Welsh also felt this, but considered ''Treasure Tracker'' to be a successful example of a hybrid of puzzle levels and platforming. Ultimately, he felt that the 2004 video game ''[[Mario vs. Donkey Kong (video game)|Mario vs. Donkey Kong]]'' achieved this better,<ref name="EUROGR"/> with various staff members at ''[[Famitsu]]'' echoing the statement that any type of audience can enjoy ''Treasure Tracker''.<ref name="FAMR"/> Fitch's main gripe with the game was that there was "just not enough of it", and lacked a noticeable increase in difficulty.<ref name="EGMR"/> Brown felt otherwise, praising the challenging collectibles and the use of backtracking to give new spins on previous levels.<ref name="GSPOTR"/> Although Reeves also noted the small amount of content, he praised how each level was full of depth and lacked puffery.<ref name="GIR"/>

The [[Virtual camera system|game camera]] received negative reception.<ref name="NLIFER"/><ref name="EGMR"/><ref name="EUROGR"/><ref name="VBR"/> Oli Welsh of ''[[Eurogamer]]'' found that camera use was often put in an awkward position by being too zoomed in or out, and was usually a distraction from gameplay.<ref name="EUROGR"/> There were some instances were the camera became a hinderance for Fitch, requiring it to be turned while in danger of other enemies and becoming difficult to manage.<ref name="EGMR"/> Reeves also criticized the camera for not having the option for it to be controlled automatically, which alienated him from the experience and cited that it could be problematic for inexperienced or older audiences.<ref name="GIR"/>

==== Other versions ====
Wobbeking noted it would be tedious for those who need to replay missions to unlock the extra levels themed after ''Odyssey'';<ref name="4PSR"/> Reeves cited similar frustrations. Although Reeves called the removal of the levels based on ''3D World'' to be "bizarre", he considered the newly added levels to be a "fair exchange".<ref name="Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker"/> Jeremy Horwitz from ''[[VentureBeat]]'' was also disappointed that the Switch version did not include levels based on ''3D World''.<ref name="VBSwitch"/> ''Polygon'' was critical of the new levels, finding the majority of them to not match the puzzle quality of those found in the original game.<ref name="POLYGSR">((Cite web|url=https://www.polygon.com/2018/7/11/17556500/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-nintendo-switch-review-3ds|title=Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker on Switch is a can't-miss Wii U port|website=Polygon|date=July 11, 2018|access-date=August 7, 2020 |archive-url= https://web.archive.org/web/20201113073132/https://www.polygon.com/2018/7/11/17556500/captain-toad-treasure-tracker-nintendo-switch-review-3ds |archive-date= November 13, 2020))</ref> The inclusion of multiplayer was appreciated by critics, but criticized for being a lackluster and trivial addition.<ref name="GSPOTSR"/><ref name="Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker"/><ref name="ign.com"/> Daniel Starkey of ''GameSpot'' also criticized the multiplayer based on how gameplay roles were divided between two players, leaving the experience to be unenjoyable for both as they have equally little action.<ref name="GSPOTSR"/> ''IGN''(('))s Joe Skrebels derided the multiplayer and negatively compared it to the multiplayer in ''Super Mario Galaxy'', also criticizing the ability for the second player to defeat enemies immediately and anywhere, removing their threat to the players.<ref name="ign.com"/>

''Nintendo Life''(('))s Glen Fox overall declared that people who have already purchased the Wii U version "might not be persuaded" to buy the game for the additions, but it would still be appealing to those who did not own a Wii U to play the original. Reeves considered the Switch's motion control to be usable but obnoxious, as the cursor will remain on screen long after not being used.<ref name="Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker"/> Fox did not mind the cursor, and preferred playing with the console docked for the sake of better graphics.<ref name="NLIFESR"/>

Although the graphic quality was understandably lowered for it to work on the 3DS, Skrebels was impressed by the port, and considered it to be one of the best-looking games released for the console. He also praised the use of 3D in the game and how they enhanced gameplay beyond the Wii U and Switch versions.<ref name="ign.com"/> Writing for ''Nintendo Life'', Chris Scullion applauded the port for replicating the use of the Wii U GamePad by putting its interactive features on the second screen, but criticized the graphics for their jagged appearance and being difficult to discern when zoomed out.<ref name="NLIFEDSR"/> ''Nintendo World Report'' also positively received the control scheme, especially how one hand could be used to control Captain Toad and the other to control the camera with the stylus.<ref name="nintendoworldreport.com"/>

===Sales===
The 2021 CESA Games White Papers revealed that the Wii U version has sold a total of 1.37 million units as of December 2020, also making it [[List of best-selling Wii U video games|one of the best-selling games on the Wii U]].<ref name=":0">((cite book |title=2021CESAゲーム白書 (2021 CESA Games White Papers)|publisher=[[Computer Entertainment Supplier's Association]]|year=2021|isbn=978-4-902346-43-5))</ref> The Switch and 3DS ports of the game sold 108,698 and 42,818 physical copies respectively during their first two months on sale in Japan.<ref>((cite web |author=Sal Romano |date=August 29, 2018 |title=Media Create Sales: 8/20/18 – 8/26/18 |url=https://gematsu.com/2018/08/media-create-sales-8-20-18-8-26-18 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210920090305/https://gematsu.com/2018/08/media-create-sales-8-20-18-8-26-18 |archive-date=September 20, 2021 |website=Gematsu))</ref> As of March 2019, the Switch port has sold 240,000 copies in Japan, and 1.18 million copies worldwide,<ref>((Cite book |last=Nintendo Co. |first=Ltd. |url=https://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/pdf/2019/190425_3e.pdf |title=Earnings Release for Fiscal Year Ended March 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20220413115045/https://www.nintendo.co.jp/ir/pdf/2019/190425_3e.pdf |archive-date=April 13, 2022))</ref> making it one of the [[List of best-selling Nintendo Switch video games|best-selling games]] on the system. It also revealed that the Switch version has sold a total of 1.77 million units, as of December 2020.<ref name=":0" /> The 2023 CESA Games White Papers revealed that the Switch version of the game have sold 2.35 million copies as of December 2022.<ref name="CESA2023">((cite book |title=2023CESAゲーム白書 (2023 CESA Games White Papers) |publisher=[[Computer Entertainment Supplier's Association]] |year=2023 |isbn=978-4-902346-47-3))</ref>

===Accolades===
''Treasure Tracker'' was nominated for "Best Puzzle/Adventure" and "Best Wii U Exclusive" at [[GameTrailers]]' Best of 2014 Awards.<ref>((cite web |author=GameTrailers Archive |date=December 25, 2014 |title=Best Puzzle/Adventure - Best of 2014 Awards |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvoMb5mVvQA |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211130050641/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gvoMb5mVvQA |archive-date=November 30, 2021 |access-date=February 18, 2019 |website=[[YouTube]]))</ref><ref>((cite web |author=GameTrailers Archive |date=December 25, 2014 |title=Best Wii U Exclusive - Best of 2014 Awards |url=https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJUTT2oqGLA |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20211129213632/https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RJUTT2oqGLA |archive-date=November 29, 2021 |access-date=February 18, 2019 |website=YouTube))</ref> In addition, it won the People's Choice Award for "Best Puzzle Game" at [[IGN]]'s Best of 2014 Awards,<ref>((cite web|url=https://www.ign.com/lists/best-of-games-genre/puzzle/captain-toad-treasure-tracker|title=People's Choice Winner - Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker|date=January 13, 2015|website=IGN|publisher=Ziff Davis|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150220004759/https://www.ign.com/lists/best-of-games-genre/puzzle/captain-toad-treasure-tracker|archive-date=February 20, 2015|url-status=live|access-date=February 19, 2015))</ref><ref>((cite web|url=https://www.ign.com/lists/best-of-games-genre/puzzle/monument-valley|title=Winner: Best Puzzle - Monument Valley|date=January 13, 2015|website=IGN|publisher=Ziff Davis|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150220004700/https://www.ign.com/lists/best-of-games-genre/puzzle/monument-valley|archive-date=February 20, 2015|url-status=live|access-date=February 19, 2015))</ref> whereas its other nomination was for "Best Wii U Game".<ref>((cite web|url=https://www.ign.com/lists/best-of-games-platform/wii-u/mario-kart-8|title=Winner: Best Wii U Game - Mario Kart 8|date=January 13, 2015|website=IGN|publisher=Ziff Davis|archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20150113195929/https://www.ign.com/lists/best-of-games-platform/wii-u/mario-kart-8|archive-date=January 13, 2015|url-status=live|access-date=February 19, 2015))</ref> The 3DS and Switch versions were nominated for "Nintendo Game of the Year" at the 2018 [[Golden Joystick Awards]],<ref>((cite news |last=Hoggins |first=Tom |date=September 24, 2018 |title=Golden Joysticks 2018 nominees announced, voting open now |newspaper=[[The Daily Telegraph]] |url=https://www.telegraph.co.uk/gaming/news/golden-joysticks-2018-nominees-announced-voting-open-now/ |access-date=February 18, 2019 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20210704151004/https://www.telegraph.co.uk/gaming/news/golden-joysticks-2018-nominees-announced-voting-open-now/ |archive-date=July 4, 2021))</ref> and for "Game, Franchise Family" at the 2019 National Academy of Video Game Trade Reviewers Awards.<ref>((cite web|url=http://navgtr.org/archives/3566/|title=Nominee List for 2018|date=February 11, 2019|website=National Academy of Video Game Trade Reviewers|access-date=February 18, 2019|archive-url=https://archive.today/20190213220549/http://navgtr.org/archives/3566/|archive-date=February 13, 2019|url-status=dead))</ref>

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==Notes==
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==References==
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==External links==
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