The article discusses the upcoming release of “Super Mario Party Jamboree,” the third installment in Nintendo’s popular party game series, as the hybrid console nears its eighth year. It highlights the game’s features, such as a total of 22 playable characters, 112 mini-games, vibrant visuals, and the option for online play. Players can earn rewards and decorate a central hub while enjoying a variety of challenges and engaging soundtracks, making it an anticipated addition for fans of multiplayer gaming.
Nintendo’s hybrid console is nearing its eighth anniversary, yet it continues to receive fresh content as we approach the end of 2024. For fans who love gathering with friends for engaging party games, there have already been exciting titles like Super Mario Party (2018) and Mario Party Superstars (2021). Anticipation is building for the upcoming release of Super Mario Party Jamboree, developed by Nintendo Cube (previously known as NDcube). This new installment promises plenty of entertainment, and with an impressive 112 mini-games, it’s clear that the “Super” in the title is well-deserved.
The extensive selection of playable characters is a highlight right from the start, featuring a roster of 20 characters at launch, plus two unlockable ones for a total of 22. This is the most extensive selection to date! Nintendo cleverly retained some fan-favorite characters for the 2018 version, with newcomers Pauline and Ninji available for unlocking. Keep your eyes peeled! Kamek, the organizer, introduces us to a central hub area that showcases multiple facilities, including a hot-air balloon offering a 360° view of the surrounding islands and various game modes, which can also be accessed via a quick navigation map. The hub is lively and customizable, allowing players to decorate it with items gained through Quests and Mutual Aid, enhancing the atmosphere with engaging NPCs.
We won’t delve into the details of the single-player mode, which we explored in our previous preview. This mode serves as a fantastic introduction to many mini-games and enables players to navigate through five new game boards, allowing for familiarization. To collect 300 stars, players can expect to spend several hours, depending on their performance in various events. Replayability is built-in, with three save slots available, allowing for starts from scratch if desired, although there’s limited incentive to do so.
Within the central hub, there are several shops to spend the Mario Party Points earned from activities. Players can purchase multiplayer reactions to communicate with friends, using visual and audio cues. There are also two sets of shortcuts available with four slots each to enhance gameplay. Out of the total 109 reactions, 69 are accessible, ensuring plenty of variety. Each character has specific responses, as well as some general options. Alongside this, there are 95 diverse stickers for personalizing player business cards, making for a fun and quick customization process. After purchasing all available items, five stickers will remain inaccessible, presumably linked to online features. Players can also modify their card backgrounds with 15 unique patterns, representing different mini-game settings, and a display for game time is conveniently included.
The game features 105 challenges across various modes, providing ample motivation to explore and enjoy the diverse content. The Data House tracks these challenges and helps unlock 50 different rewards akin to a “Battle Pass.” Unlockables include MP points, new store items, and rank increases up to Diamond, which brings additional content. Completing these tasks was straightforward, but several Exploits remain, promising even more gameplay hours. The Data House also offers valuable tips for players who may be seeking guidance. Additionally, an Album feature allows