Mario Party 5

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  • Summary: Mario Party 5 gives the Mario Party series new game boards, more than 60 new minigames, new playable characters, an expanded single-player mode and, of course, more multiplayer madness than you can handle. In Mario Party 5, Mario and his friends are trying to restore peace to Dream World byMario Party 5 gives the Mario Party series new game boards, more than 60 new minigames, new playable characters, an expanded single-player mode and, of course, more multiplayer madness than you can handle. In Mario Party 5, Mario and his friends are trying to restore peace to Dream World by racing around a collection of game boards. This time around, players can change the location of event spaces by using special capsules found on each board. The player with the most stars and coins at the end of the game wins.… Expand
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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 33
  2. Mixed: 15 out of 33
  3. Negative: 3 out of 33
  1. Nintendophiles
    95
    Adds a few nice modes to the Mario Party series, but if you already own "Mario Party 4" there is absolutely no reason to upgrade.
  2. Nintendo Power
    84
    Doesn't do anything to revolutionize the franchise, but it's still one of the most enjoyable multiplayer experiences around. [Jan 2004, p.155]
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  3. GMR Magazine
    80
    Minigames, as always, tread a fine line between clever and stupid. [Jan 2004, p.87]
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  4. GameBiz
    71
    If you don’t intend to play with friends or family that much don’t bother with the title unless you haven’t played a Mario Party title before.
  5. NintendoWorldReport
    65
    If you just got your GameCube at the reduced price and demand Mario Party action, please buy this game instead of "Mario Party 4." Otherwise, stick with the Party you’ve got.
  6. Ferrago
    60
    Put simply Mario Party 5 is nowhere near as good as either of the "Super Monkey Ball" games for single or multiplayer. It's not even in the same league.
  7. Game Informer
    20
    The only laughs come from knowing your friends are suffering the same punishment you are...They're cursing this to anyone within earshot, just like you. [Dec 2003, p.154]

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Score distribution:
  1. Positive: 27 out of 34
  2. Mixed: 5 out of 34
  3. Negative: 2 out of 34
  1. DaevoLogger
    Nov 19, 2003
    10
    I have bought and owned each and everyone of the Mario Party games, but this one is the best ever. Totally awesome characters added in and I have bought and owned each and everyone of the Mario Party games, but this one is the best ever. Totally awesome characters added in and amazing courses. The extra stuff is crazy fun. I love ICE HOCKEY! The final boss battle against Bowser is sweet and the graphics are better than ever. The tunes are great and I've only stopped playing it to eat, sleep some, and write this review...… Expand
  2. JulianR.
    Sep 23, 2004
    10
    Das ist ein Super-Spiel!!!!
  4. Webosxdxdxddd
    Dec 18, 2022
    10
    This Mario Party is way too overhated IMO, the soundtrack is amazing and the mini games are varied. The boards, well, they could've beenThis Mario Party is way too overhated IMO, the soundtrack is amazing and the mini games are varied. The boards, well, they could've been meter, but it's still a great game.… Expand
  5. Captain_Faramir
    Apr 1, 2017
    9
    9.3 - One of the best in the series, this one adds a few new modes that are mostly coop and fun. The party mode and items are well made and9.3 - One of the best in the series, this one adds a few new modes that are mostly coop and fun. The party mode and items are well made and the mini-games are iconic and creative.… Expand
  6. CPD98
    Jul 21, 2014
    8
    Mejor de lo que imaginé en un principio. Mucho mas largo también. Los tableros y los minijuegos eran realmente divertidos, jugándolo solo oMejor de lo que imaginé en un principio. Mucho mas largo también. Los tableros y los minijuegos eran realmente divertidos, jugándolo solo o con gente, no importa, este juego no es la obra maestra de Mario pero es mucho mejor de lo que parece.… Expand
  7. EduardoR.
    Oct 21, 2005
    8
    Nice game to play with friends. Most mini-games are fun easy.
  8. NTG07
    Mar 15, 2021
    0
    When I first played Mario party 5 pretty much is a dumpster fire it’s a really bad Mario party NEVER WASTE YOUR MONEY ON THIS GAME UNLESS YOURWhen I first played Mario party 5 pretty much is a dumpster fire it’s a really bad Mario party NEVER WASTE YOUR MONEY ON THIS GAME UNLESS YOUR COLLECTING ALL MARIO PARTIES it’s a lot worst then 4,6,7 4,6,7 were awesome Mario parties like there a lot better especially Mario party 4 it has the best mini games same with 6 and 7 like the graphics gameplay mini games in MP4,6,7 were awesome except MP5,MP5 is horrible one of the worst Mario parties ever… Expand

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Awards & Rankings

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#63 Best GameCube Game of 2003
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#14 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2003
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#37 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2003