Summary
- Release Year: 2013
- Genres: Adventure, Card & Board Game, Puzzle, Strategy
- Platforms: Nintendo 3DS
- Developers: NDCube
- Publishers: Nintendo
Mario Party: Island Tour: The Ultimate Portable Party
Mario Party: Island Tour is the first Mario Party game to be released on a handheld console, and it’s a great addition to the series. The game features 7 new game boards, 80 new minigames, and a variety of new multiplayer modes. Whether you’re a long-time Mario Party fan or you’re new to the series, Mario Party: Island Tour is a must-have for your Nintendo 3DS.
Gameplay
Mario Party: Island Tour is a party game for up to 4 players. The goal of the game is to collect the most stars by winning minigames and landing on special spaces on the game board. Players take turns rolling a dice to move around the board, and they can land on a variety of different spaces, including:
- Item spaces: These spaces allow players to collect items that can be used to help them win minigames or sabotage their opponents.
- Event spaces: These spaces trigger special events, such as Bowser attacks or bonus minigames.
- Star spaces: These spaces allow players to collect stars.
The game also features a variety of new multiplayer modes, including:
- Puzzle Party: This mode challenges players to solve puzzles as quickly as possible.
- Minigame Match: This mode allows players to compete in a series of minigames to earn points.
- AR Card Play: This mode uses the Nintendo 3DS’s augmented reality capabilities to create a whole new way to play Mario Party.
Minigames
Mario Party: Island Tour features 80 new minigames, each of which takes advantage of the Nintendo 3DS’s unique features. Some of the minigames require players to use the system’s gyroscope to control their characters, while others use the system’s touchscreen to create unique gameplay experiences.
Here are a few examples of the minigames included in Mario Party: Island Tour:
- Tilt-a-Whirl: Players use the system’s gyroscope to control a spinning platform, trying to knock their opponents off.
- Chain Chomp Dash: Players use the system’s stylus to draw a path for their Chain Chomp, trying to collect as many coins as possible.
- Face Lift: Players use the system’s camera to take a picture of their face, which is then used to create a 3D model of their head. The model is then used in a minigame where players try to pop balloons by hitting them with their heads.
Graphics and Sound
Mario Party: Island Tour features colorful and vibrant graphics that are perfect for the Nintendo 3DS’s screen. The game’s music is also catchy and upbeat, and it helps to create a fun and festive atmosphere.
Overall
Mario Party: Island Tour is a great addition to the Mario Party series. The game features a variety of new game boards, minigames, and multiplayer modes, and it takes full advantage of the Nintendo 3DS’s unique features. Whether you’re a long-time Mario Party fan or you’re new to the series, Mario Party: Island Tour is a must-have for your Nintendo 3DS.
Score: 8/10
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8/10
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