Too kaizo for me but I MUST respect it. Was a blast to go back and play this after growing up on super monkey ball 2 for ages. Definitely one of the “tightest” platformers to exist, and I enjoy some of the proto versions of minigames here that I’m far more familiar with the sequel for ^w^
I did manage to clear Expert but I’m NOT 1cc’ing that holy shit
I did manage to clear Expert but I’m NOT 1cc’ing that holy shit
The stages are fun but I am so so shit at this game that I am not finishing them, I'm sorry (I might come back in the future and give it another shot idk).
However, the side modes are a ton of fun with friends, even though they are pretty simple, so I'll probably continue to play those over time.
However, the side modes are a ton of fun with friends, even though they are pretty simple, so I'll probably continue to play those over time.
this is a secret layer of hell. i love it
By far the best Monkey Ball game. It's a port of the arcade version with new Master levels, a practice mode, and multiplayer.
Where this game shines above all the rest is the consistently excellent level design, which requires mastery of the controls and physics. There are no gimmicky randomized levels like in 2, except Master 5 and 8, but those are rather tame compared to Dizzy System. Stages are short and to the point, without the extended starting platforms of 2 or the boring maze-like levels in Deluxe (and 2's story mode).
Scoring is simple, with more points earned the faster you complete a stage and the more bananas you collect. Completing with more than half the time remaining nets you double points, and you get further bonuses from green and red goals. There are constant decisions to be made on whether to collect bananas, or skip them and save time, and it keeps scoring interesting no matter what skill level you're at.
You unlock stages in Practice mode as you reach them in Arcade mode instead of requiring you to clear them first, which is helpful. You can also easily save and share replays here.
The controls for the GameCube version are excellent, though you don't need a GameCube controller. No matter what controller you use, this game is simply more responsive and precise than Deluxe and Banana Mania. The game is just programmed better, and something clearly went wrong in the development of those later releases. I would still recommend using a GC controller if only for the directional notches that make some stages a bit more comfortable.
If you are a fan of arcade games like STGs but want something a bit different, Super Monkey Ball might be what you're looking for.
Where this game shines above all the rest is the consistently excellent level design, which requires mastery of the controls and physics. There are no gimmicky randomized levels like in 2, except Master 5 and 8, but those are rather tame compared to Dizzy System. Stages are short and to the point, without the extended starting platforms of 2 or the boring maze-like levels in Deluxe (and 2's story mode).
Scoring is simple, with more points earned the faster you complete a stage and the more bananas you collect. Completing with more than half the time remaining nets you double points, and you get further bonuses from green and red goals. There are constant decisions to be made on whether to collect bananas, or skip them and save time, and it keeps scoring interesting no matter what skill level you're at.
You unlock stages in Practice mode as you reach them in Arcade mode instead of requiring you to clear them first, which is helpful. You can also easily save and share replays here.
The controls for the GameCube version are excellent, though you don't need a GameCube controller. No matter what controller you use, this game is simply more responsive and precise than Deluxe and Banana Mania. The game is just programmed better, and something clearly went wrong in the development of those later releases. I would still recommend using a GC controller if only for the directional notches that make some stages a bit more comfortable.
If you are a fan of arcade games like STGs but want something a bit different, Super Monkey Ball might be what you're looking for.
This game is almost perfect but why is that level on floor 7 in expert. Why is that there. They were even going to put it in master before the game came out and then they put it back. What a horrible choice. Other than that it's peak
I fucking love this game, man. But I don't think I can bring myself to actually 100% it without going insane
Beaten on a PC via Dolphin. Incredible game all around. The level design is perfect, the controls are smooth as butter, and it's extremely addicting and fun. Give it a shot if you can, but do be warned that it is quite tough.
this is what VideoGames are really about
lo cerré en medio del ex8 nada mas adri me dijo que habian 50
Fantastic game. Fun and whimsical
This game is just simple fun and I love it.
another one from the childhood
I've spent hours beyond hours playing Monkey Flight in mini-games. I still consider this game to be one of my all-time favorites.
hard as shit perfect game
I love playing with balls, and this is the starting point. What can I say?
do any of u remember that spongebob themed ripoff of this lmao
the angry video game nerd would have a thing where he would say "suck my monkey BALLS" if he reviewed this game
Can’t believe Baby is actually their baby. I thought they were all baby and he was just the Most Baby. Wild.
Super Monkey Ball is a game I have been putting on the back burner for as long as I can remember. I remember watching my friend play Super Monkey Ball on a stream and becoming intrigued by the gameplay mechanics. Rolling a ball down a multitude of courses, collecting bananas, and reaching the goal before the time limit is up is so simple, yet satisfying.
Super Monkey Ball is full of charm, fun, and simplicity. It is an arcade game that was ported to the GameCube after all. As you progress further into each difficulty, it becomes more and more tedious to tilt your ball due to the precision. Some of the levels in this game are easy to digest or understand while other levels felt as though they were designed by a sadist. Super Monkey Ball has its fair share of grievances as well, like the gimmicks of the camera and levels and environments feeling repetitive, making the game have little variety.
For an arcade game, it was surprising to me how extreme some of the levels were set up. It felt fulfilling to get through the levels and learn the mechanics through repetition to master each level. All in all, Super Monkey Ball is monkeys rolling through courses and collecting bananas to reach the goal, how innocent and sweet is that?
Super Monkey Ball is full of charm, fun, and simplicity. It is an arcade game that was ported to the GameCube after all. As you progress further into each difficulty, it becomes more and more tedious to tilt your ball due to the precision. Some of the levels in this game are easy to digest or understand while other levels felt as though they were designed by a sadist. Super Monkey Ball has its fair share of grievances as well, like the gimmicks of the camera and levels and environments feeling repetitive, making the game have little variety.
For an arcade game, it was surprising to me how extreme some of the levels were set up. It felt fulfilling to get through the levels and learn the mechanics through repetition to master each level. All in all, Super Monkey Ball is monkeys rolling through courses and collecting bananas to reach the goal, how innocent and sweet is that?
How'd Sega drop this then go on to make Sonic Forces
A masterclass in game design. Pure fun and arcade goodness that's easy to pick up, but tough and satisfying to master. A fantastic test of consistency and grit that still has plenty of variety. If you're a casual you can even be satisfied with the minigames! A truly misunderstood masterpiece. The world was honestly not ready for Super Monkey Ball, and I will say that completely unironically. It's a real fucking shame Sega has consistently missed the fucking point with this series and it mostly has a legacy as a "hehe monke" game rather than the incredibly designed brutal arcade game that it was.
Man, we lost Amusement Vision way too soon.
Man, we lost Amusement Vision way too soon.
I like this as a fun little arcade title but I will say it gets old. I never felt much of a need to dive super deep into this game but I am glad to have played it. Speedrunners are crazy and I respect them but it's not my fate.
Somewhat quirky concept that works much better than it has any right to. Lot of depth to get better at over time, so it earns its keep.
Who put these monkeys in balls? Why does this game work so well? It's so fun and satisfying and local multiplayer slaps so hard
I love GONG GONG
expertly crafted, and unbelievably hard
Fun game but damn I am not good enough for expert mode lol. Beginner and advanced were ez breezy, then expert just smacks you in the face difficulty wise. Didnt have the motivation to finish it.
Also its kinda dumb you have to do all the levels in one go, you cant save and take breaks. The life system is also really dumb, had to find a cheat for x99 lives on expert because it was impossible otherwise.
Also its kinda dumb you have to do all the levels in one go, you cant save and take breaks. The life system is also really dumb, had to find a cheat for x99 lives on expert because it was impossible otherwise.
I'm not going to sit here and explain myself! It's Super for a reason!
Who the hell even is this guy
My favorite fucking monkey ball game along with monkey ball deluxe for the ps2. Everything about this game is perfect from the level designs and the mechanics of having to master each intricate level. This is a game that has been more stress and anger inducing than any other but that’s why I love it so much. I love genuinely hard games that challenge me like monkey ball does. This game brings me so much nostalgia and holds such a special place in my heart. I’m still proud of myself for being able to get to a point where I can breeze through expert on this and have even reached the expert extra stages. Hoping to one day reach master. I still remember the pure thrill and adrenaline I felt when I finally passed the dreaded level 7 also known as stage 6 on deluxe and officially known as Exam C.