Is Super Mario Party Jamboree Really That Good?

[@EnderMon]

The pro mode makes online play feel more like a classic board game with strategy. Still didn’t stop me from losing a game on a 1-10 chance, resulting in me landing on a bowser space on the final turn 😒. Literally would have won the game. Good ol Mario party 😭

[@JsYTA]

There is so much to do. For a party game, Jamboree is basically endless.

[@jumentoqueanima]

Good to know! I love Mario Party. :D Just didn't get it yet because I have a lot to play rn. I'm 100%ing TotK, just that will take a lot of time. X)

[@freakingluigi6626]

@@jumentoqueanima All of the modes besides mario party are one and done... no clue what guy above you is saying.

[@Nolan1333]

For real. Im surprised how much fun I've been having even when playing alone

[@JsYTA]

@@freakingluigi6626 "for a party game" It's difficult to have friends over 24/7. There's at least 7+ hours of just the board game, maybe 2 hours of other content. That's 9 hours if you do everything once, the length of most moderate single player games. You aren't getting through that in one sitting with people, and by the time you do it all, it will have been so long since the old stuff it's basically a fresh experience. Unless you play Mario Party alone, but this game also gives those people something to do too!

[@JsYTA]

@@jumentoqueanima to be clear, its not long if you intend to play it by yourself. For a party game when your friends won't be over as often, it will take a long time for it to ever get stale. Superstars, as good as it was, was a lot more one and done with friends.

[@TheFushigiFan99]

My biggest gripe with the game is just how long the jamboree minigames take only for the ally to be stolen in the same turn. It makes the extra long minigames feel that much more useless.

[@spacechannelg6843]

See I don’t agree I cannot imagine playing the pin ball game in less then 3 minutes. I need time to actually play it and rack up points. Idm someone stealing it cuz I could strategize around it by purchasing a triple dice right before getting my buddy so if it’s stolen I can steal it back. I’m glad u can steal them it makes it more balanced and less overpowered.

[@smth3857]

​@@spacechannelg6843agreed man

[@freakingluigi6626]

@@spacechannelg6843 A minigame should not take 10 minutes.. MINI.... Game. I don't think you understand how mario party is supposed to work lol.

[@wingblitz2216]

@@freakingluigi6626they don’t take 10 minutes bud

[@jessequeen4550]

@@freakingluigi6626They don’t

[@RealMarkyb]

First Mario party for me. As an adult where my friends are always super busy and I’m alone much more, this game is great for having online for us solo players

[@ClanDomino]

Idk if you have brothers or sisters but consider asking them to play a game with you. I played 2 games with my 2 brothers and that’s the most we’ve laughed together in soooo long

[@Danominator]

Been a while since we saw a Mario Party with such consistently high praise. I skipped on Super but might actually get this one.

[@CBreezie]

Super is honestly really good too, albeit the custom dice are inconsistent in how good/bad they are and there's only 4 tiny boards lol. As for superstars, even better. A bit light on content but good for variety of boards and mini games. If you ever see both on sale, I still recommend them just for the sake of variety with Mario party nights with friends.

[@Danominator]

@@CBreezie I played about a hour of Super with my friends and I could barely stand it lol, might've been the strain from forced Joy-Con usage though

[@spacechannelg6843]

It’s totally worth it. Ur money will be well spent. It didn’t get a high score for no reason.

[@freakingluigi6626]

@@spacechannelg6843 its just super 2.0 and when I say that, I mean they ruined twice as much stuff.

[@kotorevan313]

Super is underrated in my opinion. No, it's not the best Mario Party but it does have plenty of charm and replayability.

[@Stratilex]

Board selection is great. Jamboree buddy showdown minigames take WAY too long and getting a buddy around the last turn is kinda pointless. Too many minigames aren't available in the main party mode imo, idk how much I'll really touch Koopathlon or BKS, much less the rhythm stuff...

[@Jordan13299]

Jamboree is dope as fuck but I do wish it was a little quicker. Games can drag on which sucks when you’re behind/busy. Hopefully they support this game with some good dlc and maybe a little bit of QoL

[@pokemonsushi-chinglao8235]

not sure if you know already, but you can change text speed settings in the party plaza by talking to the yellow toad, and also increase CPU movement speed on the player setup screen before you start a game

[@RaFaPilgrim]

Personally I wish we could choose the speed, at least in offline play. The standard speed is a bit so slow for dedicated play, but it's essentially perfect for when you're at an actual party or doing something while you play.

[@RaFaPilgrim]

Personally I wish we could choose the speed, at least in offline play. The standard speed is a bit so slow for dedicated play, but it's essentially perfect for when you're at an actual party or doing something while you play.

[@pokemonsushi-chinglao8235]

@@RaFaPilgrim you can choose the speed, read my previous reply

[@idk-qj3bn]

@@pokemonsushi-chinglao8235thanks spongebob

[@nicholasroot3729]

its one of the best mario party, however I dont enjoy how long the jamboree buddy mini games are.

[@SomeYouTubeTraveler]

So far in-game I've only wound up doing Mario's once and Bowser Jr.'s twice, and they're both essentially quick minigame gauntlets. If they were all like that, I'm sure there wouldn't be as much to complain about! I'm dreading the Waluigi one I've heard nothing but hatred for, lol

[@ElfenCried]

Lol

[@Nolan1333]

I do hope they do small updates to this game like giving us more options and such

[@nonamebro0032]

My main issue with jamboree is the minigames. I found myself not really enjoying the majority of them. I can only think of a few that I actually enjoyed, most of them were just okay or flat out bad. The showdown minigames also drag out a long time and just aren't very fun either. Additionally, only around half of the total minigames can appear in the main mario party mode, which leads to seeing repeated minigames VERY often. I've only played 6 full 15-turn games and I've seen every minigame at least once, and a lot of them multuiple times. It really feels like a downgrade coming from Mario Party Superstars, as that game also had over 100 minigames, and pretty much all of them could appear when playing the boards, which led to so much variety. Also, the overall quality of the minigames is much higher in superstars as opposed to jamboree. The boards themselves in jamboree are really good though. It's really disappointing to see the game struggle with this, especially considering this technically has the most minigames in the series.

[@Stratilex]

@@nonamebro0032 a lot of the koopathlon minigames (which are fun) could have easily, EASILY been adapted for party mode. Beats me why we got a garbage minigame like Gate Keypers tho

[@awoooga5857]

Part of the problem is that if you don't have a single joycon, you can't play the motion control minigames, and a lot of them are pretty cool, like the rhythm ones. I don't have 4 joycons for my family, and the two that I do have drift so I don't play with them. That's like 20 games just gone.

[@Charnutboy]

​@@StratilexSame can be said about the motion control minigames. There's no real reason for most to be motion-based. If they didn't have to be turned off by people who don't like motion controls/have enough joycons, the board minigame lineup would at least be on par with older Mario Parties in terms of sheer numbers. It's really a shame

[@Stratilex]

@@Charnutboy or why can't the motion be used on other controllers??

[@tiio2208]

I love the boards but I don't like how so many minigames don't appear in party mode. I enjoyed Superstars' minigame selection a lot more and it felt like there was less repetition. I'm also not big on motion minigames here - not because I don't like motion controls, but because I can't stand joycons (and half of mine have drift issues) and tbh, I don't want to have to switch my controller. I like the Jamboree buddies & their minigames but I also hate not being able to turn them off. They're usually really OP and I hate that you're basically forced to play with them.

[@spacechannelg6843]

It’s definitely my favorite and I’ve had pretty much all of them. However I’d have disagree with Felix on some points. I feel the game is quite balanced. And the lucky spaces do not bother me. I also have won and seen others beat the player with the advantage on jamboree buddy mini games. Also 12 turns for pro rules is just fine and I love the competitive aspect. My only complaint is I’d like more minigames in party mode and a bigger roster of jamboree buddies and more maps as dlc. Otherwise it’s a. 9/10

[@sagelovescoffee]

Yes. It really is that good. Ive been playing a little bit every day after a long day of work. I love Kooplathon 😊

[@tehabi]

Random mini games shows up when you play standard play if you play pro mode that where you vote for the games

[@GT3NB]

Well I’ve played two full games so far and both reminded me of Mario Party 6 (still by far the best Mario Party game) so that’s very positive.

[@lizard81288]

I keep hearing good things about it. I haven't played a Mario party game since 5 I believe. I keep hearing good things about it though.

[@RaFaPilgrim]

As someone who only pwj😂d 5 during the GameCube era, I assure you you're gonna have sooo much fun.

[@Stratilex]

How did you skip 6!? Like the best one lol

[@jordanvespa720]

I think this guy keeps hearing good things about it

[@Swiftjar]

Short answer. Yes

[@verynick]

What’s the long answer?

[@SnazzyBeard]

@@verynick Yeeeeessss.

[@Inksploded]

Only 29 ffa minigames? Ds had like 40 or 50 Disapointing... superstars also had more ffas

[@R2bball]

Game is too slow, we need to be able to toggle off repeated dialogue / cutscenes / buddies and the game would be way better paced. Not enough mini games for the boards

[@mmstick]

I'm surprised they haven't given Mario Party the NSO expansion pack Mario Kart 8 experience with board and minigame updates.

[@DisloyalGaming]

Im genuninely enjoying the story mode type thing. I was shocked to see it as I hadnt seen it in advertising its cute and fun a bit to easy at least on the first one. I also love the addition of both pro mode and back to very customizable rules for party mode being able to turn off bonus stars, adjust speed of npc movement and actions, of course the standard difficulty sliders for each, all the seperate modes online and offline are pretty cool they always have some but this feels more fleshed out. I also like that like in 8 we have things we can purchase save and unlock. I think the only way to one up this game is adjust the npcs they seem to just know things making gameplay sometimes diffcult or way to easy because they are reliant on that one path to victory and if you can figure it out before they act on it. I want them to feel more real and to be better at minigames. I also want a minumum of 8 maps in the next game give us 2 new original maps and pick one map from previous entries hopefully including a map from 8 the last of the traditonal style mario party and huge favorite

[@Te3Que]

this edition of mario party sounds like they heard our prayers

[@Universal035]

Number 1 Game on switch

[@Leopez02]

One answer: IT IS! 🎉😊

[@Bonkbork]

A great pick up for any one really. Great visuals, lovely music, interesting map designs and excellent mini games. My only downsides are the fact its kinda became a participation kinda game i.e. you still get coins even when losing which i find unfavorable. Map designs are great but can have more spaces to them as they feel SUPER short and allies leaving when you get passed should be opted for dueling with coins/stars as a bonus etc.

[@goofyguy2576]

Great game so far. I wish you can set permanent traps like on mario party 6

[@emcoachvocal]

The online is incredible! With fiber it runs like butter!

[@Madewithmematic11037]

I do wish we could customize the rule sets a bit more. I love the idea of seeing bonus stars at the beginning of the match, starting with an item, dueling for stars, etc., but only being able to do that with the baggage of all the other pro rules is disappointing. There are also some other rules I wish we had the option to change, like the amount of bonus stars or turning on/off jamboree buddies/minigames. If this game gets a few QOL updates it’s sure to be one of the best Mario parties

[@TommyBrady_]

There aint no Party like a Mario Party (Mario Party 1->8 is finally back)

[@wingblitz2216]

Hot take but the jamboree buddy games aren’t too long and has a good reason for why they are longer than standard mini games.

[@Stratilex]

Imagine this. It's the third to last turn. Peach shows up. Now someone passes by her and everyone is forced to play her honestly boring minigame just to get her even though there's not much that can basically happen with her... Like there could at least be the option to just turn off the showdown mini games and let whoever passes them get it automatically

[@wingblitz2216]

@@Stratilex honestly on 3 turns left anything can happen, also you are kinda right with peach but the 2nd game is fucking hilarious when you and others keep bumping each other. And just passing them just seems too easy

[@Stratilex]

@@wingblitz2216 maybe when I play with friends it'll be different. I've been playing with computers to grind achievements a bit and it's actually depressing lol

[@wingblitz2216]

@@Stratilex understandable

[@GrettaChets]

Your channel is a real oasis in the world of KZbin. Continue to delight us with your work.🦄👋🥰

[@freakingluigi6626]

Their channel is the real Nintendo Shill of youtube, if that's what you mean.

[@ClanDomino]

I’ve had it for a week now and I’m still finding stuff I had 0 idea that was in the game. It will definitely last me till BO6 comes out in 2 days

[@alfredocardenas8454]

We really need solo Bowser Minigames from Mario Party 7 back. Especially the chance of losing a star if you lose.

[@GamerFunOriginallyAarush]

It is a really great game!

[@kitestar]

The box says in-game purchases….i wonder if this means they’ll finally give out DLC for once

[@Aktedya1-jt7vw]

I think there was another game that said that, but it didn't get any DLC. I wouldn't get your hopes up

[@nxflre]

It even says amiibo support when it doesn't have any

[@Blue_Bellife]

Zion! You’re alive!😃So nice to hear your voice again!

[@jayppop3333]

I miss the rafting game in superstars that was awesome

[@josh440]

Did you guys have a Romancing Saga video up or did I hallucinate that?

[@petermacnab1871]

Can you access all the mini games to play when not using the game boards ? I like to just play mini games most of the time .

[@marctucknott4035]

I like this game, best one yet!

[@Lamq555]

So glad I got this game!!! 🤩

[@froakie1404]

it’s good but it’s not my favorite, like my 6th favorite in the series as an avid mario party fan played all boards and it’s just reaaaaaally slow, buddy minigames waste so much time for how little they matter (winning a buddy and then you are passed next turn and lose it makes the 4 minute minigame completely pointless) and the removal of minigame star is really lame, honestly if those were fixed then it would be like top 3-4 in the series great boards, fun minigames, crazy item play, great time with friends as always, just has some flaws that bother me a LOT, definitely not replacing superstars for me, which im happy with !

[@verynick]

Can you please this as a single player

[@theRappinSpree]

Love it but it needs more minigames in Party mode.

[@georgecheliotis418]

I thought there were 3 bonus stars in classic??

[@bronsonjones5435]

I’d like to know how to make a party chat with the online app. In superstars it was easy. Can’t figure it out in this one.

[@Moonstrider]

Jamboree with me🎉

[@Charnutboy]

Yes and no. There's lots of polish here, that's true, and the boards are great, but the minigame selection here is flat out one of the worst in the series imo

[@hAboyd]

What are you talking about? This game seems great!

[@Jormunguandr]

Not bad, but needs more ways to make people lose coins 😂

[@moxymaniac]

can someone tell me how to speed up walking? or text in general. seems really slow for me even when changing things to fast in the party plaza

[@JohnLattanzio98]

You can also increase CPU speed in settings but unfortunately not the walking speed for everyone

[@Baylax]

Yellow toad in party plaza speeds up text

[@sparkypack]

I heard that my buddy Dry Bones wasn't invited for this particular party. Is there a specific reason for this situation? Has Dry Bones committed any misdeeds?

[@Deadbeat-Senpai]

Yes, next question.

[@sparkypack]

Can I play as Dry Bones?

[@zacharymccoy7091]

Republican Party ❌️ Democratic Party ❌️ Mario Party ✅️

[@sparkypack]

I voted ✅

[@MasterRYU01]

Does anyone know if you can play with random online players on the regular boards or is that part exclusive only to locally connected friends and cpus? I know there is coop and online mode for the other modes but I’m referring to the main mode where you move spaces across various boards with 4 players

[@ti-joofficiel7004]

Game is dope lol

[@oscardavies9589]

...Yep!

[@lectoor85]

Love the game. but it kinda feels,, Slow. . a 10 turn game took long as hell

[@recht_voor_zijn_raap5506]

Yes... Yes it is

[@echocold]

Yes

[@TheGoldenNostril]

I’m was so burned by Super Mario Party that I don’t think I can forgive

[@FrankDufek]

Superstars is way better, and I can’t quite explain why. It just is. I hate that they took away Toad giving out the stars, I hate how repetitive the mini games are, I don’t like the lack of options for online mode, the text scrolls too fast and I still don’t understand what an ally does because I can’t read the intro text…I also don’t like how boo is always there on certain boards and there’s no challenge about accrssing him. I’ve lost games before where I had three more stars than everyone because the people with zero stars had so many coins they kept stealing… that just isn’t fun.

[@georgecheliotis418]

Still Mario party 6, 3, 2, 7 are all much better. The economy in this game is still trash. Everyone gets wayyyy too many coins.

[@loeloenow5072]

Partner System sucks imo.... the rest of the game is pretty nice

[@machadofilm]

❤

[@Inksploded]

I think some minigames are far too easy..... like everyone wins for free super stars had better overal minigames

[@austinkonkol2472]

Superstars definitely had a worse board economy though, not that Jamboree is super amazing in that respect. Nintendo Cube's games are definitely hesitant to punish players.

[@zerro6903]

The jamboree buddy system sucks

[@xmenotux]

No team mode = epic fail. Wish I could return this game.

[@dwinters6291]

Short Answer: No

[@zxZethxz]

The online is ASSSSSSSSSSSSSSS. Who thought it was a good idea to have so much filler that a 15round takes 2 hours? Not one match does anyone actually stay in the game. If you play online with randoms, this MP is SO MUCH WORSE than Super.

[@sparkypack]

I was thinking about this problem recently. How does that work with long play sessions? And what if people get kicked out due to bad internet connection or communication errors?

[@KK1NG95]

I agree that Nintendo servers are the absolute worst. But i haven't had a single issue with Jamboree and me and my friend and I played online for about 12 hours this past Saturday. So it could be you or the random peoples internet connection.

[@JohnHopper-o3p]

It's slow

[@kinglauat]

I now know whom the hidden characters are..

[@JohnLattanzio98]

How did you not see Pauline in the promotional material?

[@freakingluigi6626]

Okay, Felix, you are definitely lying. This is literally SUPER MARIO PARTY 2.0, it is virtually the same in every way as SUPER Mario Party, it just has even less replayability, because there are less things you can do (No one cares about any of the extra things they put in here. paratroopa flight school? Bowsers kaboom squad? get over yourself.) For a Mario Party, its pretty bad. Not even half of the minigames are available in party mode? The economy is terrible? Pro rules are also pretty bad? All of the minigames are bad? There are 3 good Boards? While I get the only reason Superstars was good is because all of the content was originally made by Hudson soft, I didn't expect ND Cube to be such a terrible developer. Like the game is actually bad. Not sure how much money you guys got to shill for this review but good on you? I guess?

[@Stratilex]

@@freakingluigi6626 3 good boards? I think they're all pretty good. Kinda agree with you on the other stuff, though this Mario Party game isn't BAD just flawed in areas it shouldn't be

[@sparkypack]

Hello Luigi, so I shouldn't purchase this Jamboree?

[@austinkonkol2472]

I personally think the extra modes in Jamboree are much better than Super. Koopathalon and Kaboom Squad are great. Rhythm is the same as Super, and then it has a couple more modes on top of that that are collectively better than Toad's Rec Room. Super was clearly built around Partner Party, but if you prefer traditional MP Jamboree's boards are FAAAAR better, and I'd say none of the boards are bad. Half of them are fantastic, Rainbow Galleria is one of the best in the series. Overall stronger than Superstars 5 boards. It's got a better single player mode too. Minigames are very fun, if a little light in the main mode, but honestly no MP has particularly bad minigames. Both Jamboree and Super have the issue of side modes taking away minigames from the main mode, but Jamboree is helped by the sheer number overall mitigating that. In Jamboree, 73 (maybe 78? I heard boss minigames can show up in duels or something) out of 112 appear in the main game. Superstars has 99 of 105 in the main game. On average, most MP games have 70-80 that show up in the main mode. Superstars is best for minigame variety, but Jamboree is no slouch in basically every other aspect.

[@KateAlaina]

I really appreciate your attention to detail and quality. Your videos are always top notch!🚙🏋️🦏