Mario Party Advance facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mario Party Advance |
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| Developer(s) | Hudson Soft |
| Publisher(s) | Nintendo |
| Series | Mario Party |
| Platform(s) | Game Boy Advance |
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| Genre(s) | Party |
Mario Party Advance (マリオパーティ アドバンス, Mario Pāti Adobansu) is a fun party game in the popular Mario Party series. It was the seventh game in the series and a special one because it was the very first Mario Party game made for a handheld console, the Game Boy Advance. When it came out, some people really enjoyed it, while others had mixed feelings about it.
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What is Mario Party Advance?
Mario Party Advance is a video game where players join Mario and his friends in a big adventure. It combines board game fun with lots of quick, exciting mini-games. The main goal is usually to collect stars or complete quests, moving around a game board like in a classic board game.
How to Play the Game
In Mario Party Advance, you move your chosen character around a game board. Instead of rolling dice, you use a special "Dice Block" to see how many spaces you can move. Each space on the board can do something different, like giving you coins, making you play a mini-game, or even changing the board itself.
Mini-Games and Challenges
A big part of Mario Party Advance is playing mini-games. These are short, fun challenges that test your skills, speed, or luck. There are many different types of mini-games, such as:
- Action mini-games: These require quick reflexes and button presses.
- Puzzle mini-games: You need to think and solve small puzzles.
- Luck mini-games: These are all about chance, where anyone can win.
Winning mini-games usually gives you coins or other rewards that help you on the game board.
Characters in the Game
You can play as many famous characters from the Mario universe. Some of the main characters you might choose include:
Each character has their own unique personality, making the game even more enjoyable.
Game Modes to Explore
Mario Party Advance offers different ways to play, so you can choose what kind of adventure you want.
Adventure Mode
The main way to play is through "Adventure Mode." In this mode, you explore a special place called Shroom City. Your goal is to find and collect lost "Gaddgets" (which are special items) and mini-games. You'll meet many characters from the Mario world who will give you quests and challenges. Completing these quests helps you unlock more of the game.
Party Mode
While the game is mostly for one player, there are ways to play with friends using a single Game Boy Advance system. This mode focuses on playing mini-games together, making it a fun way to challenge your friends.
Gaddget Collection
As you play through Adventure Mode, you collect "Gaddgets." These are unique items that can be anything from small toys to useful tools within the game. Collecting all of them is a fun challenge for players.
Development and Release
Mario Party Advance was created by a company called Hudson Soft and published by Nintendo. It was first released in Japan on January 13, 2005. Later that year, it came out in North America on March 28, 2005, and in Europe on June 10, 2005. Being the first Mario Party game on a handheld device was a big step for the series.
Reception and Legacy
When Mario Party Advance was released, it received mixed reviews from critics. Some people liked the idea of a Mario Party game on the go and enjoyed the Adventure Mode. Others felt it was different from the console versions and had fewer multiplayer options. Despite the mixed reviews, it remains an important part of the Mario Party series as the first handheld entry. It later became available again for players on the Wii U's Virtual Console, allowing a new generation to experience it.
