Mario Party 9

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6.8

Mixed or average reviews- based on 254 Ratings

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  1. Positive: 122 out of 254
  2. Mixed: 84 out of 254
  3. Negative: 48 out of 254
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  1. Lucarilux
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    THIS GAME IS PERFECT. If you have played this game you’ll know the number of great things about it like the character roster
  2. nintendofan721
    May 30, 2023
    6
    A perfectly good example of trying something new and failing miserably. They completely changed the classic formula and made it so everyone is together in a vehicle slowly moving across a linear board collecting mini stars, which involves no strategy and is just not fun. There are a total of seven boards which is great, but they are all super straight forward, and while I like some ofA perfectly good example of trying something new and failing miserably. They completely changed the classic formula and made it so everyone is together in a vehicle slowly moving across a linear board collecting mini stars, which involves no strategy and is just not fun. There are a total of seven boards which is great, but they are all super straight forward, and while I like some of them, including Blooper Beach and Magma Mine, they are a huge downgrade from the older games. The character selection is decent, it sucks that they removed a bunch from the previous entry including Boo, Dry Bones, and Hammer Bro making them non playable, but the new characters being Koopa, Shy Guy and Kamek were all good choices. The item system is a serious downgrade, no more orbs, candies or anything fun and they’ve been replaced with the dice blocks which let you move slightly less or slightly more. It’s ironic how a party game this time around takes less time to play, but somehow feels longer due to how much more boring it is. You don’t even play a minigame after every turn anymore, which was always a tradition. Instead, you now have to land on a VS space or it’s just random. The minigames are still a good time as always, which redeems the games quality, and I did enjoy the extra modes which there’s a good amount of still. I understand that the developers wanted to freshen up the series, but they completely screwed it up. I don’t think anyone liked the car mechanic, and this was the start of the downfall of the Mario Party series.… Expand
  3. F207
    Feb 8, 2023
    7
    I think Mario Party 9 is partly good and partly bad. The first innovation was changing the development studio for Mario Party. It used to be HUDSON Soft, but now NDCube is still responsible for Mario Party to this day. I don't think the game's graphics are the problem. The problem is the new system in party mode. You collect mini stars. You sit in a car with 4 players and collectI think Mario Party 9 is partly good and partly bad. The first innovation was changing the development studio for Mario Party. It used to be HUDSON Soft, but now NDCube is still responsible for Mario Party to this day. I don't think the game's graphics are the problem. The problem is the new system in party mode. You collect mini stars. You sit in a car with 4 players and collect mini-stars together. This is a system nobody asked for. The mini star should be a side mode and not the main mode. I don't know who came up with this idea on the team, but I can understand that NDCube wanted to try something new. But all I can say is that the game is much more fun with more human players.… Expand
  4. Xray67
    Jan 23, 2023
    8
    o jogo tem seus momentos e isso salva bastante pena que ele nao era accessivel na epoca
  5. SealedLooks
    Jan 20, 2023
    6
    Mario party 9 at first seemed like a nice continuation from what mario party 8 lacks: Looks. MP8 still to this day is the best mario party on the platform, and it proved that there are only a few things you have to do well to have fun on a MP game, and those things are exactly what MP9 lacks. It does look way better than MP8. I also think it had great ideas and i do think the minigamesMario party 9 at first seemed like a nice continuation from what mario party 8 lacks: Looks. MP8 still to this day is the best mario party on the platform, and it proved that there are only a few things you have to do well to have fun on a MP game, and those things are exactly what MP9 lacks. It does look way better than MP8. I also think it had great ideas and i do think the minigames took better advantage of the wii remote, but it lacks one really important thing that is pretty handy to have as a MP game: fun. No, it isnt entirely unfun, but in comparison with MP8 it is cruel and slow at times. It just has less character and charm than MP8 had, and it does feel like just another MP to get out for the holidays. This could be the better game in comparison with MP8, but that isnt saying much in this case if it isnt more fun or creative, wich i think the execution of was not always well hit.… Expand
  6. NotAvailabe
    Dec 29, 2022
    8
    People usually hate this game, but I think it's really underrated. It could be nostalgia, but I think the minigames and music are awesome! Sure playing on the boards is boring, but free play is alone is better than Poppy Playtime alone
  7. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    6
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  8. LuissDt
    Apr 1, 2022
    7
    Although the aesthetic of Mario Party changed in Mario Party 9, it is still a fun family game.
  9. HedgehogGaming
    Mar 14, 2022
    9
    The party boards of the game are really not that good, but the rest of the game is amazing. The minigames are really fun, the controls simple and the multiplayer well-made.
  10. potatogamer2
    Dec 9, 2021
    10
    It's a great game. It's slandered so much but it's amazing. The car changes things up a little but it still has somewhat of a strategy element to the game with the different dice blocks.
  11. Ert0426
    Jul 21, 2021
    6
    While it is definitely inferior to its non-car based predacessors, Mario Party 9 still has some fun to be had, which unfortunately, will most likely be mostly in the minigames due to the often aggrovating randomness of the car-based boards.
  12. B3ASTSTYL3
    Jun 23, 2020
    6
    The main Party mode is actual garbage, this did not at all feel like a "Mario Party". The reason I gave this a decent rating is the minigames are decently fun, the music is okay, but not that great. The side modes are also decently fun, but this game is similar to Mario Party 10. But slightly better.
  13. tkirb
    May 5, 2021
    9
    No matter what you think about this game, I still enjoy this game a bunch. Now, the characters move better, the frame rate is better, and the mini games are even better! Mario Party 9 deserves to be played!
  14. Kreshton
    Apr 28, 2021
    10
    The best game to play with family or friends, the gameplay is very cool. If you are looking for a game to play with family, for parties or just to play with friends, then I advise you this game, you will not regret it.
  15. proreview0
    Apr 19, 2021
    5
    Its mid ngl whyy am i reviewing this so late?

    Huh thats weird anyways the game is ok
  16. Raknner44
    Apr 13, 2021
    0
    Es increíble como le regala todos los números buenos en los dados al único jugador controlado por la consola. Pero llega a un punto donde ya es insostenible, se nos que es puro beneficio, también en minijuegos dónde sólo se gana por suerte.
  17. gab_izidio
    Feb 4, 2021
    8
    Mario Party 9 - 8/10 {recommend}

    It's a great game to play with family and friends, it's pretty chaotic in general, but it's good, it's not
    bad as others say. The issue of everyone in the same car is different and brings a differentiate
    for the game, but I don't consider it a disadvantage. Overall, it is worth it.
  18. Jmanboi4
    Jan 29, 2021
    8
    This game is fun. Even thought it took much from the original mario party formula it still manages to still be something that many people can enjoy.
  19. NinteXbox
    Nov 22, 2020
    6
    This somewhat mediocre of a Mario Party has quite a bit of take aways. For one, they almost completely rebooted the whole series with plenty of changes following Mario Party 8 and Mario Party DS. This was also when Hudson was no longer apart of the development team as well. The big take away from this game was lacking competition and a wide open concept. Instead of moving one at a time, weThis somewhat mediocre of a Mario Party has quite a bit of take aways. For one, they almost completely rebooted the whole series with plenty of changes following Mario Party 8 and Mario Party DS. This was also when Hudson was no longer apart of the development team as well. The big take away from this game was lacking competition and a wide open concept. Instead of moving one at a time, we all sit in the same cart. Having the player who’s currently rolling the dice getting more fun than how it would be if they all moved by for. Though there were some fun things. Of course the minigames are no exception but overall, it didn’t really improve upon what was once a fun, competitive Party game.… Expand
  20. master13009
    Oct 18, 2020
    7
    Mario Party 9 which unfortunately is less good than its predecessors but is still a good game with good minigames. Mario Party 9 is a cool game despite everything.
  21. eeveegms
    Aug 7, 2020
    7
    Even though not many people like that everyone moves in the same car, i think it is really fun to try to mess around your friends while tryng to get the maximum quantity of mini stars.
  22. Bitbat
    Apr 1, 2020
    8
    Am i the only one who thinks the car mechanic is nice?

    I like this game, and its good for providing hours of entertainment. Massive collection of minigames, and there are extra characters you can choose from as well. The luck factor makes turns intense, as you could win or lose mini stars.
  23. toxicalien68
    Mar 22, 2020
    4
    It can still be fun for a short time, but if you want a true Mario Party experience, get 8. While the Gamecube titles were arguably incredible, MP8 is still a great game for a traditional experience. The new gimmicks in this game were too different from the traditionals that it feels like a game you'd see advertised on Nickelodeon.
  24. PokeProX
    Feb 9, 2020
    7
    When I was waiting for Mario Party 9 to come out in 2012, believe or not, I was a bit hyped. When I finally played Mario Party 9, I enjoyed it bit. Now thinking back, the game kinda sucks. It doesn’t use the core game mechanics that the previous Mario Party games had. Mario Party 9 was developed by NDcube, not Hudson Soft because Hudson Soft is bankrupted. Well, let’s review this...
    P.S.    When I was waiting for Mario Party 9 to come out in 2012, believe or not, I was a bit hyped. When I finally played Mario Party 9, I enjoyed it bit. Now thinking back, the game kinda sucks. It doesn’t use the core game mechanics that the previous Mario Party games had. Mario Party 9 was developed by NDcube, not Hudson Soft because Hudson Soft is bankrupted. Well, let’s review this...
    P.S. R.I.P Hudson Soft (and Bomberman)

    The story is mainly generic, and without the original’s game mechanics, it doesn’t really feel like a Mario Party game, there’s no exploration or immersive settings and events that makes Mario Party really great. The cast of characters are pretty good, and there’s a variety of game modes to play and they’re really fun. The mini games are fun and challenging, but there’s a lack of motion controls and variety of mini games. Mario Party 9 doesn’t feel like a full board game to me. But on the bright side, overall it’s enjoyable and pretty fun with friends and family.

    There’s not a lot to say about this game, but it’s at least enjoyable despite not using Mario Party’s original core game mechanics. The score is... 7.3 (7).    … Expand
  25. Psychie
    Dec 27, 2019
    9
    I'm in the minority when I say this, but Mario Party 9 is my favorite in the series. The gameplay is a large shift, but I still find enjoyment in it, the production values are great and the minigames are some of the best I've played. Your enjoyment of Mario Party 9 will vary depending on how much of the older games you've played. If you've spent a long time playing the older games, theI'm in the minority when I say this, but Mario Party 9 is my favorite in the series. The gameplay is a large shift, but I still find enjoyment in it, the production values are great and the minigames are some of the best I've played. Your enjoyment of Mario Party 9 will vary depending on how much of the older games you've played. If you've spent a long time playing the older games, the shift in gameplay might not be your cup of tea.… Expand
  26. Oliver25
    Dec 3, 2019
    0
    This game disgusts me.

    It’s way too luck based. Get 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 or 8.
    I’d take motion controls over the cars anytime.
    Boring af, mini games are **** no items, orbs or candies it’s just roll dice, get lucky or not lucky then repeat. Captain events? Luck. Board? Luck. Boss battles? Luck. Everything is luck!! Music is **** except Bowser Jr. and the main intro theme.
  27. Julian0505
    Nov 18, 2019
    8
    Not nearly as bad as they say, new formula isn't perfect but it's a good alternative. Mini-games are very good as well. Better than Mario Party 8, that's for sure.
  28. ItzGray
    Sep 26, 2019
    8
    I don't personally understand the hate for this game. It's a perfectly fine game, and I'd consider it better than Mario Party 8. That game was pretty lame, but this is honestly really fun when you have multiple people, and I just don't understand why people don't like it.
  29. JPK
    Jun 8, 2019
    8
    Best Mario Party Game Since 2001
    Mario Party 9 has reenergised the franchise for me.
  30. Marolender
    May 25, 2019
    3
    I enjoy playing this with my friends, but that is kind of it. This game is a huge drop from the earlier Mario Party games, and there is a lot to support it.

    Everyone is stuck together in a car. Just why? I don't think Nintendo knows how fun it is to have everyone running around in random directions hoping one of them has the most coins. This takes me to another point, why would you    I enjoy playing this with my friends, but that is kind of it. This game is a huge drop from the earlier Mario Party games, and there is a lot to support it.

    Everyone is stuck together in a car. Just why? I don't think Nintendo knows how fun it is to have everyone running around in random directions hoping one of them has the most coins. This takes me to another point, why would you replace coins with "mini stars"? Is this a joke Nintendo? Mini stars just don't have the same feel to it as coins, as coins feel rewarding, meanwhile mini stars are just kind of like "woah I got another 20 of them, cool I guess".

    The characters. How do you have less characters than Mario Party 8? I mean, some weird characters like Hammer Bro and Blooper (why my boy Blooper) are gone, but now the character selection feels empty. There is no Donkey Kong, no King Boo, no Rosalina, just so many characters that are missing that could easily be in this game.

    Now I did mention that I like playing this game with my friends, but that is a bit of an overstatement. I slightly enjoy playing this game with my friends, because a lot of things just aren't much fun in this game. I only give it a 3 because at least it isn't Mario Party 10 and 11.    … Expand
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#8 Best Wii Game of 2012
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#2 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2012
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#2 Most Shared Wii Game of 2012

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Mixed or average reviews - based on 45 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 26 out of 45
  2. Mixed: 19 out of 45
  3. Negative: 0 out of 45
  1. Universo Nintendo
    May 23, 2012
    79
    Mario Party 9 is unlike anything in the series before, although it seems familiar.
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  2. Gameplanet
    Apr 30, 2012
    75
    For those looking for the complete reinvention of the wheel will have to wait a bit longer. But Mario Party 9 has had enough tweaked in it to breathe some much-needed life back into the series.
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  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Apr 25, 2012
    70
    Nice party game is filled with large amounts of enjoyable mini-games – the only cons are the great dependency on luck and missing online multiplayer. [Apr 2012]
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