Summary
- Release Year: 2006
- Genres: Puzzle, Racing
- Platforms: Wii
- Developers: New Entertainment R&D Dept.
- Publishers: Sega
Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz: A Monkey-Rolling Good Time
Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz is a party game developed by Sega and released for the Wii in 2006. It is the third installment in the Super Monkey Ball series and the first to be released on a Nintendo console. The game features AiAi, MeeMee, Baby, GonGon, and YanYan as they travel across the world in search of bananas to save their home planet, Monkey Island.
Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz introduces several new features to the series, including the ability to jump. This new mechanic adds a whole new dimension to the gameplay, allowing players to reach new areas and solve puzzles in new ways. The game also features a variety of new party games, including ring toss, whack-a-mole, and bowling.
Gameplay
The gameplay in Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz is similar to previous games in the series. Players control one of five monkeys inside a transparent ball, and must guide them through a variety of obstacle courses. The goal of each course is to reach the end without falling off the edge or running out of time.
The game features a variety of different obstacle courses, each with its own unique challenges. Some courses are simple and straightforward, while others are more complex and require players to use all of their skills to complete. The game also features a number of bonus stages, which can be unlocked by collecting bananas.
Party Games
In addition to the main single-player campaign, Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz also features a variety of party games. These games can be played with up to four players, and they offer a variety of different ways to compete against your friends.
Some of the party games included in Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz are:
- Monkey Target: Players take turns trying to hit targets with monkeys. The player who hits the most targets wins.
- Monkey Bowling: Players bowl monkeys at pins. The player who knocks down the most pins wins.
- Monkey Golf: Players putt monkeys into holes. The player who gets their monkey into the hole in the fewest strokes wins.
- Monkey Rodeo: Players ride monkeys and try to stay on for as long as possible. The player who stays on their monkey the longest wins.
Graphics and Sound
The graphics in Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz are colorful and vibrant. The game’s world is full of lush greenery and bright colors, and the characters are all well-animated. The game’s music is also catchy and upbeat, and it helps to create a fun and festive atmosphere.
Reception
Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz was a critical and commercial success. The game received praise for its fun and addictive gameplay, its charming graphics and sound, and its variety of party games. The game was also a commercial success, selling over 1 million copies worldwide.
Conclusion
Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz is a great party game for all ages. The game’s simple controls and addictive gameplay make it easy to pick up and play, and its variety of party games ensures that there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Whether you’re a fan of the Super Monkey Ball series or just looking for a fun and challenging party game, Super Monkey Ball: Banana Blitz is definitely worth checking out.
Review Score
8.5/10
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