Super Mario Party

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  1. foofightingjohn
    Oct 5, 2018
    9
    It's not perfect, but I've owned and played all the console Mario Partys - and this is the best one. It really is the most accessible, and the graphics are gorgeous. Mini Games are mostly great, some stellar ones, some that are a little meh, but always lots of laughs in the room for each.

    By the way, my 9 score is as a 4-player game. As a solo 1 player game, it's probably a 6 or 7.
  2. Digibutter64
    Oct 5, 2018
    8
    Super Mario Party is fun, but it leaves me a little bit conflicted.

    On one hand, the classic gameplay that hasn't really been seen since Mario Party DS is finally back. In the main "Mario Party" mode, you go around boards individually collecting Stars. I (and many others from what I can tell) prefer this style of gameplay to the 'all moving in a vehicle' from Mario Parties 9 and 10. The    Super Mario Party is fun, but it leaves me a little bit conflicted.

    On one hand, the classic gameplay that hasn't really been seen since Mario Party DS is finally back. In the main "Mario Party" mode, you go around boards individually collecting Stars. I (and many others from what I can tell) prefer this style of gameplay to the 'all moving in a vehicle' from Mario Parties 9 and 10. The other modes are nice additions too, and really take advantage of the Switch's versatility.

    However, on the other hand, you're forced to use a single Joy-Con controller for each player. If you want to play Super Mario Party in handheld mode, with a Pro Controller, or with two Joy-Con via the Joy-Con Grip, you're out of luck. Since I find holding single Joy-Con awkward, this was a let-down for me, despite the many ways the controller is used (it's too small to play with comfortably in my opinion).

    Still, control issues/limitations aside, Super Mario Party is a welcome return to form. It seems that fewer (if any) minigames this time are luck-based, which is a plus for me (I prefer games to be more skill-oriented).

    Would be a great game to play with friends, if they don't mind the arguably awkward controls.    … Expand
  3. yic191
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    Nice game, so many modes, and so much fun minigames. I want to see more stages to play in the party mode.
  4. TickleTh1sElmo
    Oct 5, 2018
    9
    A true return to form for Mario Party. Not perfect, but damn close. An absolute blast.
  5. ImHappy
    Oct 14, 2018
    8
    It's a good game. Not so many mini-games, boards... really tiny (the stars moves often really close to the character who took the star just before).
    But it works, all ppl i've played with are full of joy, laughing,asking to continue to play; even sometimes refusing to play at first and loving it ! It's really nice game but not much more.
  6. jammgames
    Oct 25, 2018
    8
    After being disappointed with newer Mario Party titles, it’s refreshing to see Nintendo going back to what makes Mario Party fun. With every Mario Party I played came across some mini games that I rolled my eyes to. When I played this one I never really saw that. Sure, not all of them are masterpieces, but I never really felt like any of them were that bad. A complaint I see often aboutAfter being disappointed with newer Mario Party titles, it’s refreshing to see Nintendo going back to what makes Mario Party fun. With every Mario Party I played came across some mini games that I rolled my eyes to. When I played this one I never really saw that. Sure, not all of them are masterpieces, but I never really felt like any of them were that bad. A complaint I see often about this game is that there are only 4 maps, and I agree with it to a point but it never really mattered to me. If you like a lot of variety in your maps, don’t expect a lot from this. The regular party is great and all, but where the game really shines is with the other modes. River Survival is only a LOT of fun when playing with friends, but otherwise not that bad. Partner Party is great because you have a lot more freedom in where you move around the map and it’s just pure party fun. You’ll have a great time playing this one with friends. Challenge Road is probably my favorite, you complete all 80 minigames with a certain objective to complete (I.e. complete this in 10 seconds, beat the rival team) and it even includes an expert mode once finished with the normal mode. Now it’s time to talk criticism. The only reason I gave this game an 8 out of 10 instead of a 9 or a perfect 10 is because of the Online Mariothon. You can only play about 10 of the minigames and in its current state it is unplayable. There are way more than 10 4 player minigames and it even would’ve been nice to add in a few of the 2v2 or 1v3 minigames. But besides that, I was happy with my purchase, and I would recommend any Switch owner to get this game.… Expand
  7. RenegadeRiot
    Oct 19, 2018
    8
    I've played this game for about 5 hours so far.
    Positives - The car is gone! Lots of action, huge character selection, and lots of game modes. Best Mario Party in years by far.
    Negatives - Maps are very small and even a smaller selection. Im assuming there will be more through updates. The games are VERY slow paced and can take well over an hour just to complete one game. Settings    I've played this game for about 5 hours so far.
    Positives - The car is gone! Lots of action, huge character selection, and lots of game modes. Best Mario Party in years by far.

    Negatives - Maps are very small and even a smaller selection. Im assuming there will be more through updates. The games are VERY slow paced and can take well over an hour just to complete one game. Settings cannot be changed. I would like to have the ability to change the price for stars, and motion sensor mini games off. This is not yet an option. Like most nintendo games lack of online play is frustrating.

    Even with the negatives I do see them as fixable with future updates. I enjoy it very much, and playing with friends is a blast. Pick it up for yourself but maybe wait a few months to see how serious the devs take the updates.    … Expand
  8. ianfinite
    Oct 24, 2018
    10
    The thing I love about Nintendo is that they are willing to take risks for innovation which Sony and Microsoft are too afraid to take, and this game represents what Nintendo is about. Many modes, pretty good roster, basically forces you to play with your family. It shows who you truly are on the inside. Just don't count it when your mom steals your power star...

    The game really gets    The thing I love about Nintendo is that they are willing to take risks for innovation which Sony and Microsoft are too afraid to take, and this game represents what Nintendo is about. Many modes, pretty good roster, basically forces you to play with your family. It shows who you truly are on the inside. Just don't count it when your mom steals your power star...

    The game really gets your heart beating and makes you forget about all the stress at the back of your head and it's just simple to teach people who are new to Mario Party how to play. The first Mario Party game I got was Mario Party 8 for the Wii, but many years later I find myself buying this game. I may sound biased towards Nintendo but that's because I grew up in a Nintendo household and Nintendo takes up half of my childhood, and they make original titles and creative new ways to play. Great game! I recommend this to people who are having family troubles or getting back together with longtime friends.    … Expand
  9. Thereviewerdogo
    Nov 2, 2018
    10
    The best Mario Party to date! Such a fun and fantastic time to play this with family and friends in the living room!
  10. Yorkishimitsu
    Oct 25, 2018
    9
    Quite fun to play, better than previous Mario Parties and more in line with some of the classic ones. Having an online option is also good, would've been perfect if the online was strenghtened and had more options too.
  11. Beano12
    Nov 16, 2018
    8
    While the amount of boards is very small, it’s still a decent game. If dlc comes with new boards I’ll rate higher. The character roster is decent. It’s better than the 9 and 10 games, but falls a bit short with 8 and earlier.
  12. CDizzness
    Nov 8, 2019
    9
    I did over play it when it first released; I believe coming back to it and playing it a year later, the biggest thing that sticks out to me, negatively, would be a lack of boards. Although, it is definitely a fun party game played in small bursts. The controls work well and the motion related controls tend to work most of the time.
  13. Espolosin
    Dec 17, 2018
    8
    El resurgir de la saga Mario Party.

    Este Super Mario Party vuelve a la formula mas clásica de la saga, con algunas novedades pero en general es continuista de los 3 primeros títulos de la época de Nintendo 64. Una de las novedades que se incluye en este nuevo titulo es la mecánica de los dados especiales, que si bien ya vienen de anteriores entregas, en esta ocasión se diferencian    El resurgir de la saga Mario Party.

    Este Super Mario Party vuelve a la formula mas clásica de la saga, con algunas novedades pero en general es continuista de los 3 primeros títulos de la época de Nintendo 64.

    Una de las novedades que se incluye en este nuevo titulo es la mecánica de los dados especiales, que si bien ya vienen de anteriores entregas, en esta ocasión se diferencian por que cada personaje podrá llevar su dado especial que son totalmente diferentes a los de los demás.

    También se incluye la mecánica de poder llevar a compañeros y utilizar sus dados especiales en vez del que tiene nuestro personaje, aparte también nos ayudara en los minijuegos y ha avanzar en el tablero.

    En cuanto a los tableros si bien tenemos pocos, estos no se vuelven nada repetitivos debido a los diferentes modos de juego y las nuevas mecánicas incluidas que dependen tanto del azar que sera muy difícil ver que una situación se repita.

    En el apartado de modos de juego tenemos los clásicos como el modo Party y poder jugar a los minijuegos individualmente, y se incluyen varios nuevos que nos darán muchas horas de diversión, por ejemplo el modo Party a dobles, a todo ritmo, camino de los retos y torrente de aventuras que es en personal el que mas me a gustado.

    Y todo esto con 80 minijuegos nuevos que no saben a poco.

    En conclusión, un juego muy divertido con muchas horas de risas, que todo el que tenga una Nintendo Switch debería plantearse su compra.    … Expand
  14. Afenger
    May 12, 2019
    8
    Um bom retorno a melhor serie de party de todas nos games. Jogos viciantes com belos graficos, o modo online eu enfrentei dificuldades de estabilidade fora isso o jogo cumpre o que promete.
  15. Rdgmonster
    Feb 18, 2019
    8
    Gran juego pero dependes de personas para poder divertirte, como juego para un solo jugador es aburrido con inteligencia artificial pobre, poco tableros de juego, en el apartado online pudieron haber hecho algo grandioso y no fue así en general el juego no es malo pero al tener que depender de mas personas lo hace complicado de disfrutar
  16. IsAaC-440
    Nov 20, 2018
    10
    El Mario Party es super entretenido. Es el mejor juego para reuniones con amigos. Y es el mejor mario party en muuucho tiempo.
    Lo recomiendo al 100%.
  17. Waje2424
    May 31, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I love this game thanks for bring back old school Mario party a update would be nice with more boards… Expand
  18. BrettSiebenhaar
    Oct 8, 2018
    8
    Good game, not great. The 80 mini games are fun. The game maps are good, you get to move individually. Nice return to the Mario Party series!
  19. Zoom64
    Oct 5, 2018
    8
    At first I thought it was gonna be another Mario Party game that was gonna be forgotten quick but now I can see this game has a bright future if supported, adding more boards & modes could really improve it for the better and the removal of the car to get back to the old Mario Party formula is very appreciated, a nice effort, not perfect, but it can improve and hopefully to be greater thanAt first I thought it was gonna be another Mario Party game that was gonna be forgotten quick but now I can see this game has a bright future if supported, adding more boards & modes could really improve it for the better and the removal of the car to get back to the old Mario Party formula is very appreciated, a nice effort, not perfect, but it can improve and hopefully to be greater than it already is. Free DLC please.… Expand
  20. battledice88
    Oct 9, 2018
    10
    Classic with a new touch, nice new features, new way of gaming, more mini-games would be nice!
  21. DJFANatic
    Oct 8, 2018
    9
    This is The Best Mario Party for the last 13 years (since MP7). The mini games are a lot of fun, like all of them are good. There has never been so many new modes and ideas put into one Mario Party. The new personal dice mechanic is outstanding, gives so much perspective to the game. Of course it seems like some dice are stronger than other, but that depends on the map and mode you areThis is The Best Mario Party for the last 13 years (since MP7). The mini games are a lot of fun, like all of them are good. There has never been so many new modes and ideas put into one Mario Party. The new personal dice mechanic is outstanding, gives so much perspective to the game. Of course it seems like some dice are stronger than other, but that depends on the map and mode you are playing. The only turn down for me is the lack of maps, 4 doesn't seem enough and I am hoping for more in the future. The maps are much smaller, which I am having mixed feelings about, it's definitely not bad, there is so much going on with each turn, so many stars acquired. When I first saw that 20 turns is the max on most maps I felt that it will be too casual again, but they are trying to deliver a new dynamic, which I believe was a hard job to do and I can surely say they did well. 1-2 hours per game feels more than enough. I can't even describe how much I love the allies, another entirely new mechanic we are getting in MP. Then again, we have partner party, for the first time ever I am enjoying playing doubles. In the past it felt just like they are eliminating the 1v3 games, but now there is so much strategy involved, you can combine dice combos for better movement or income. And last but not least the river survival. For the first time a fully cooperative mode for all 4 people, each and every one of the co op games is a lot of fun. The river itself it's easy to beat, but nevertheless it's fun. Ready.... YEAH!
    People are complaining about online mode being restricted only to minigames. Are you serious people? This is the first MP that even has online mode, maybe they will add more in the future. This new game has offered so much in one title, not like any other so far. My final thoughts on this game is that as I said, this is the first good mario party we are getting since 7, it's been 13 long years. I can easily say this Mario Party is in the TOP 5 of the franchise, maybe even TOP 3.    … Expand
  22. Schroder
    Oct 8, 2018
    8
    A very charming experience with excellent presentation. The variety of gameplay options and a multitude of new strategies yield a very enjoyable party this time around. My only critique is that some of the minigames feel very bland and average. Overall, a fun and refreshing Mario Party game that's worth the buy.
  23. yelruf3
    Oct 8, 2018
    9
    The newest - and the Switch's first - edition of Mario Party breathes new life into the franchise with a plethora of game modes. Yes, the online mode at release is certainly lacking which is why this review is 9 instead of 10/10. Do yourself a favor and pick this game up to play with friends and family alike as this is where the game shines.
  24. Joonas
    Oct 6, 2018
    8
    I was hesitant to buy this after the last installment, but since we've had hours and hours of good times with Mario Parties with my friends and family I forked out 60 euros. Glad I did. It a real step up from previous games.

    The mini games seem to strike a good balance between skill and luck. None of the mini games are real stinkers and the boards do what they are supposed to do: Tie    I was hesitant to buy this after the last installment, but since we've had hours and hours of good times with Mario Parties with my friends and family I forked out 60 euros. Glad I did. It a real step up from previous games.

    The mini games seem to strike a good balance between skill and luck. None of the mini games are real stinkers and the boards do what they are supposed to do: Tie the action together and add entertaining random factors into the game.

    I guess my only complaint is that there's only 4 boards. I can see our gaming group plowing through those rather quickly, so I hope DLC is on it's way to enhance the selection. Then I could easily give this game a 9.    … Expand
  25. Nintentalk
    Oct 6, 2018
    8
    Great game! The critic reviews may critique it for bland board design and things like that, but it honestly doesn't show at all. It has a mode for everyone from the competitive original party mode to the team based River Survival. Toad's rec room is also a really fun mode if you and some friends have multiple Nintendo Switch consoles. A very fun, well made game and a step in the rightGreat game! The critic reviews may critique it for bland board design and things like that, but it honestly doesn't show at all. It has a mode for everyone from the competitive original party mode to the team based River Survival. Toad's rec room is also a really fun mode if you and some friends have multiple Nintendo Switch consoles. A very fun, well made game and a step in the right direction for the Mario Party series!… Expand
  26. Cuzoomie
    Oct 5, 2018
    10
    What a fantastic game to play with friends locally on Nintendo Switch! Hopefully they add Board Play Online as well as more boards
  27. Yoship
    Oct 14, 2018
    10
    Really fixed the series. Things are back to the way they should have always stayed. But more than that it has made the game more skill based, by making the dice have lower numbers and special numbers. Each turn has an important decision to make about where you will likely land.
  28. SuperMatt777
    Oct 12, 2018
    8
    The Mario Party series has seen a lot in the last few years and sadly to say, not much of it has been good. Ever since the infamous fall that is Mario Party 9, the series has not seen stable ground for a while. All this is my personal opinion, but 10 attempted to give 9's gameplay another chance, but that still fell short. Island Tour was a stranger turn for the series that still felt weakThe Mario Party series has seen a lot in the last few years and sadly to say, not much of it has been good. Ever since the infamous fall that is Mario Party 9, the series has not seen stable ground for a while. All this is my personal opinion, but 10 attempted to give 9's gameplay another chance, but that still fell short. Island Tour was a stranger turn for the series that still felt weak in my eyes. Star Rush was a step in the right direction and lasted longer than the other three and the Top 100 was a nostalgic rush that was executed rather poorly. So what of Super Mario Party? Where does that stand? Hopefully my thoughts help with that.

    Let's start with the gameplay... it's finally back. They have finally done away with the car and brought back the individual moving turns with coin collecting and star hunting. I'm sure this is what fans have been waiting for. And I for one did indeed enjoy it. I've played a few matches of the main game and I did thoroughly enjoy myself and the friends I played with can say the same. While I did love the Top 100, this is the first core, home console game I've fully enjoyed since Mario Party 8 and that alone boosts my spirits. The gameplay is there, but is is a bit simpler than the first 8 core titles. There is the game's own unique spaces, such as Ally Spaces, but outside of that, the basics are mostly the only other things; Blue and Red for coins, Happening for events, Item for items and Lucky/Unlucky spaces for a bit of random spice. I can't fault this simple approach, even if I myself prefer the diversity of the originals. But Super Mario Party also does one thing that only one other title has ever done; the character you play as has a much bigger impact on the game. In a similar vein to Mario Party 7's Character Capsules and identically to Star Rush, each character has their own dice block, each with a different variety of faces that can either move you farther than a normal dice block, not move you at all or give/take away coins. There's a bit more strategy to dice rolls and even if the character has a bad looking dice, it can still be useful under the right circumstances. My only true gripe with the mode is the lack of boards. There are only four, two less than the average game. And the boards themselves are very small, small enough that, with a stacked team of allies, someone can cover half the board in a turn and get multiple stars if they're lucky. It feels a bit too compacted in my opinion, but it's still fun if you have a nice group to play with.

    The mini-games are the next topic and they do a great job of showcasing what the Joy-Cons can do. I didn't play 1-2 Switch, but I feel this game trumps it without even lifting a finger. The games can rely on motion controls, standard button inputs or even the Joy-Con's rumble features, which are a bit more unique, even compared to the GameCube titles. They are a great set of mini-games and while I haven't played all of them, the ones I have played are pretty great.

    Sadly I haven't played many modes outside of the main party so I can't say much there. I may expand on this review later on when I have. But for now, Super Mario Party is the step the series has desperately needed. Perfect? I wouldn't say that, but it's fun in it's own unique way and is still a great improvement from the previous titles. Perhaps in the future, Nintendo will fully go back to the expansive style of the first 8 games, but for now, I can safely say this is another series Nintendo has improved upon. Super Mario Party is straight up fun and I'm glad I can say that. And in my eyes, there's only one franchise left that can use a proper fixing. Paper Mario, here's hoping you're next.    … Expand
  29. Tribadism
    Oct 11, 2018
    8
    Was looking forward to this entry to be released and though its still a bit of fun, I can see myself going back to the N64 entries soon enough. In this day in age we should be seeing more the 4 tiny boards which is disappointing. The ability to setup the game play before a match wouldn't go astray and the bonus stars at the end are pretty random. Amount of allies, most unlucky tiles landedWas looking forward to this entry to be released and though its still a bit of fun, I can see myself going back to the N64 entries soon enough. In this day in age we should be seeing more the 4 tiny boards which is disappointing. The ability to setup the game play before a match wouldn't go astray and the bonus stars at the end are pretty random. Amount of allies, most unlucky tiles landed on etc. I wont say its a horrible game but I also wouldn't say its worth the price tag it currently wears either. At least not until more boards have been added at the very least.… Expand
  30. CrystalOtter
    Oct 14, 2018
    10
    Super Mario Party is one of the most fun Switch games out right now. There are tons of different mini games and modes that make it interesting to try to unlock all of the characters, difficulties, and challenge modes. Honestly the only bad thing I would have to say about this game is that there are only 4 boards so far. This is a great game for playing locally with friends but if you wereSuper Mario Party is one of the most fun Switch games out right now. There are tons of different mini games and modes that make it interesting to try to unlock all of the characters, difficulties, and challenge modes. Honestly the only bad thing I would have to say about this game is that there are only 4 boards so far. This is a great game for playing locally with friends but if you were wanting to play online you can only play mini games so it isn't as enjoyable.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 84 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 58 out of 84
  2. Mixed: 26 out of 84
  3. Negative: 0 out of 84
  1. PLAY! Zine
    Mar 6, 2019
    80
    Super Mario Party goes back to its roots and delivers just like it should. The vast number of different modes, really prevents any to shine the brightest, but the entire game is a small step back that greatly leaps forward. It makes us only more excited for the next entry. Something we haven't felt with the Mario Party series in ages...
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  2. CD-Action
    Feb 13, 2019
    85
    Both players and critics agreed that in the last couple of years Mario Party’s quality has been dropping. Nintendo decided to go for broke this time and I hope slapping “Super” in front of the title heralds the restart of the franchise, because SMP finally delivers what we expected. [12/2018, p.51]
  3. Game World Navigator Magazine
    Dec 21, 2018
    77
    Complex and unpredictable board game, numerous mini-games and being able to play as your favorite character – those are the three pillars of Mario Party’s success. Neither of these elements was polished to perfection over the years, but together they offer a very enjoyable experience. [Issue#234, p.72]
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