Unleash the Fun: Super Mario Party Jamboree!

Super Mario Party Jamboree is the latest installment in the Mario Party series, developed by Nintendo Cube and released exclusively for the Nintendo Switch on October 17, 2024. It is the third Mario Party game on the Switch and is considered the largest entry in the franchise to date.

Key Features

• Game Boards: The game includes seven boards, five of which are new (e.g., Rainbow Galleria, Roll 'em Raceway, Goomba Lagoon, King Bowser's Keep) and two returning classics (Mario's Rainbow Castle from Mario Party and Western Land from Mario Party 2).
• Minigames: With over 110 minigames, this is the most expansive collection in the series. Minigames range from motion-controlled challenges to traditional button-based gameplay.
• Online Play:
  • Introduces "Koopathlon," a mode where up to 20 players compete in minigame challenges.
  • Other modes like "Bowser Kaboom Squad" allow eight players to cooperate in defeating Impostor Bowser.
  • Online matchmaking supports private lobbies with passcodes and leaderboards for high scores.

Gameplay

Players compete in a board game format, aiming to collect stars while navigating unique board mechanics. The "Jamboree Buddies" feature allows players to recruit allies who provide special abilities. A competitive "Pro Rules" mode removes luck-based elements for a more skill-focused experience.

Characters

The game boasts 22 playable characters, including newcomers Pauline and Ninji, making it the largest roster in Mario Party history.

Reception

The game received positive reviews for its variety of boards, robust multiplayer functionality, and overall polish. However, some criticism was directed at certain game modes. It has been praised as one of the best entries in the Mario Party series.