This Super Mario Odyssey costumes guide explains how to unlock every outfit, suit, cap and special costume, including story rewards, Crazy Cap purchases, regional coin outfits, post-game moon unlocks and update-only special outfits.
Quick Overview
| Category | What to know |
|---|---|
| Game | Super Mario Odyssey |
| Platform | Nintendo Switch |
| Guide type | Unlockables / Costumes |
| Main currencies | Gold coins and purple regional coins |
| Where to buy outfits | Crazy Cap shops and the Odyssey wardrobe |
| Do costumes change gameplay? | Mostly no. They are cosmetic, but a few Power Moons require specific outfits. |
How Costumes Work in Super Mario Odyssey
Mario can wear a separate headwear item and body outfit. Most matching sets are bought in Crazy Cap shops, while a few are unlocked automatically through story progress. Regional outfits use purple coins from their kingdom, while many post-game costumes use regular gold coins and unlock after reaching certain Power Moon milestones.
If you are trying to clean up your wardrobe efficiently, collect purple coins as you move through each kingdom, then buy the kingdom outfit before leaving. Save expensive gold coin purchases like the Skeleton Suit, Gold Mario Suit and Metal Mario Suit for later.
Best Unlock Order
- Buy regional outfits while clearing each kingdom. These use purple coins and are easiest to track area by area.
- Finish the main story. Several outfits and expensive shop items become more practical after the credits.
- Spend gold coins on cheap milestone outfits first. This fills the wardrobe quickly.
- Save the Skeleton Suit and 8-Bit Mario Cap for last. Both are major coin sinks.
- Check the Odyssey wardrobe. Use it to confirm which headwear and outfits are still missing.
Story and Free Costumes
| Item | How to unlock | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mario Cap | Available from the start | Default headwear. |
| Mario Suit | Available from the start | Default outfit. |
| Captain’s Hat | Progress through Sand Kingdom | Story reward connected to the Odyssey. |
| Mario’s Top Hat | Progress through Moon Kingdom | Wedding-themed headwear. |
| Mario’s Tuxedo | Progress through Moon Kingdom | Wedding-themed outfit. |
| King’s Crown | Clear the Dark Side challenge | Post-game reward. |
| King’s Outfit | Clear the Dark Side challenge | Post-game reward. |
| Invisibility Hat | Clear Darker Side | One of the final challenge rewards. |
Regional Coin Costumes
These outfits are bought with purple regional coins. Each kingdom has its own currency, so coins from one kingdom cannot be spent in another.
| Kingdom | Costume pieces | Total regional coins |
|---|---|---|
| Cap Kingdom | Black Top Hat, Black Tuxedo | 15 |
| Cascade Kingdom | Caveman Headwear, Caveman Outfit | 15 |
| Sand Kingdom | Sombrero, Poncho, Cowboy Hat, Cowboy Outfit | 60 |
| Lake Kingdom | Swim Goggles, Swimwear | 15 |
| Wooded Kingdom | Explorer Hat, Explorer Outfit, Scientist Visor, Scientist Outfit | 60 |
| Lost Kingdom | Aviator Cap, Aviator Outfit | 15 |
| Metro Kingdom | Builder Helmet, Builder Outfit, Golf Cap, Golf Outfit | 60 |
| Snow Kingdom | Snow Hood, Snow Suit | 15 |
| Seaside Kingdom | Resort Hat, Resort Outfit, Sailor Hat, Sailor Suit | 60 |
| Luncheon Kingdom | Chef Hat, Chef Suit, Painter’s Cap, Painter Outfit | 60 |
| Bowser’s Kingdom | Samurai Helmet, Samurai Armor, Happi Headband, Happi Outfit | 60 |
| Moon Kingdom | Space Helmet, Space Suit | 15 |
| Mushroom Kingdom | Mario 64 Cap, Mario 64 Suit | 35 |
Gold Coin Costumes and Moon Unlocks
Gold coin costumes appear in Crazy Cap shops as you progress through the game and collect more Power Moons. If an item is not available yet, keep advancing the story, deposit moons into the Odyssey, then check the shop again.
| Costume | Unlock requirement | Cost |
|---|---|---|
| Employee Cap and Employee Uniform | Reach Sand Kingdom | 200 gold coins total |
| Fashionable Cap and Fashionable Outfit | Reach Lake Kingdom | 200 gold coins total |
| Mechanic Cap and Mechanic Outfit | Reach Wooded Kingdom | 200 gold coins total |
| Black Fedora and Black Suit | Reach Metro Kingdom | 200 gold coins total |
| Pirate Hat and Pirate Outfit | Reach Seaside Kingdom | 200 gold coins total |
| Clown Hat and Clown Suit | Reach Luncheon Kingdom | 200 gold coins total |
| Boxer Shorts | Reach Sand Kingdom | 1,000 gold coins |
| Football Helmet and Football Uniform | Finish the main story | 200 gold coins total |
| Classic Cap and Classic Suit | Finish the main story | 200 gold coins total |
| Skeleton Suit | Finish the main story | 9,999 gold coins |
| Luigi Cap and Luigi Suit | Post-game moon milestone | 300 gold coins total |
| Doctor Headwear and Doctor Outfit | Finish the main story | 300 gold coins total |
| Waluigi Cap and Waluigi Suit | 260-280 Power Moons | 300 gold coins total |
| Diddy Kong Hat and Diddy Kong Suit | 300-320 Power Moons | 300 gold coins total |
| Wario Cap and Wario Suit | 340-360 Power Moons | 300 gold coins total |
| Hakama | 400 Power Moons | 500 gold coins |
| Bowser’s Top Hat and Bowser’s Tuxedo | 420-440 Power Moons | 3,000 gold coins total |
| Bridal Veil and Bridal Gown | 460-480 Power Moons | 3,000 gold coins total |
| Gold Mario Cap and Gold Mario Suit | 500-520 Power Moons | 3,000 gold coins total |
| Metal Mario Cap and Metal Mario Suit | 540-560 Power Moons | 3,000 gold coins total |
Special Outfits Added After Launch
Updated versions of Super Mario Odyssey include extra special outfits in the shop after the main story. These are not usually required for basic story completion, but completionists may still want them for a full wardrobe.
| Special outfit | How to unlock | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sunshine Shades and Sunshine Outfit | Post-game shop | Inspired by Super Mario Sunshine. |
| Musician Hat and Musician Outfit | Post-game shop | Good fit for New Donk City themes. |
| Knight Helmet and Knight Armor | Post-game shop | One of the heavier visual sets. |
| Baseball Cap and Baseball Uniform | Post-game shop | Sports-themed special outfit. |
| Satellaview Helmet and Satellaview Suit | Post-game shop | Retro Nintendo reference. |
| Racing Helmet and Racing Outfit | Post-game shop | Racing-themed special outfit. |
| Conductor Wig and Conductor Outfit | Post-game shop | Music-themed special outfit. |
| Zombie Headwear and Zombie Outfit | Post-game shop | Halloween-style special outfit. |
| Santa Hat and Santa Outfit | Post-game shop | Holiday-themed special outfit. |
| 8-Bit Mario Cap | Post-game shop | Very expensive; save for late-game coin farming. |
| Broodal outfits | Post-game shop / updates | Includes outfits themed around the Broodals. |
Outfits Needed for Power Moons
Most costumes are cosmetic, but some locked rooms and NPC requests require Mario to wear a specific outfit. If a character refuses to let you enter an area, check the nearby shop first. In most cases, the required outfit is sold in the same kingdom.
- Regional outfits often unlock local costume rooms.
- Mario 64 outfit is useful for Mushroom Kingdom nostalgia challenges.
- Builder, cowboy, swimwear, samurai and space outfits are common examples of kingdom-themed requirements.
Coin Farming Tips for Expensive Costumes
- Do not spend thousands of gold coins early unless you already bought the cheap outfit sets.
- Replay coin-heavy bonus rooms if you are farming for the Skeleton Suit or 8-Bit Mario Cap.
- Use the wardrobe count to check whether you are missing headwear, outfits or both.
- Collect all purple coins before leaving a kingdom so you do not have to backtrack later.
- Buy regional outfit sets before souvenirs if your priority is wardrobe completion.
Related Super Mario Odyssey Guides
- Super Mario Odyssey Guide Hub
- Super Mario Odyssey Beginner Tips and Tricks
- How Long Does Super Mario Odyssey Take to Beat?
- All Wooded Kingdom Power Moons
- All Metro Kingdom Power Moons
FAQ
How do you unlock all costumes in Super Mario Odyssey?
Unlock all costumes by progressing through the story, buying regional outfits with purple coins, buying shop outfits with gold coins, clearing post-game challenges and collecting enough Power Moons to unlock milestone costumes.
Do you need amiibo to unlock every outfit?
No. Amiibo can unlock some costumes earlier, but the main outfit rewards can be earned in-game through progression, shops and Power Moon milestones.
What is the most expensive costume in Super Mario Odyssey?
The Skeleton Suit is one of the biggest gold coin purchases in the game at 9,999 coins. The 8-Bit Mario Cap is also a major post-game coin sink in updated versions.
Do outfits give Mario special abilities?
Most outfits are cosmetic and do not change Mario’s abilities. However, certain Power Moons and rooms require Mario to wear a specific outfit before he can enter or complete the objective.
Are special outfits required for 100% completion?
Special update outfits are best treated as optional completionist wardrobe items. For a practical 100% route, focus first on all unique Power Moons, purple coins, core shop items and kingdom collectibles.
Sources and Image Credit
- Nintendo official Super Mario Odyssey product page – featured image source and official game details.
- SMO.wiki Outfits page – referenced for regional outfit names and kingdom shop structure.
- Nintendo Life outfit guide – referenced for shop unlock groups and gold coin milestones.