Unlocking All Maps in Mario Party Games: A Pro Player‘s Guide
As a long-time gamer who has 100%-completed every Mario Party since the Nintendo 64 days, the #1 question I still get asked is: how do you unlock all the maps and stages? So let me share the insights I‘ve gained over countless hours mastering each game‘s unlock requirements.
The core method is straightforward: play through all main modes to unlock mini-games first, then purchase any remaining maps and boards once you‘ve earned enough in-game coins.
For example, in the latest Super Mario Party on Nintendo Switch, only 4 out of 6 total maps can be selected immediately. By completing River Survival, Sound Stage, Partner Party modes – and racking up 980+ coins – I unlocked and bought the last 2 boards at Toad‘s Shop: Kamek‘s Tantalizing Tower and Bowser‘s Peculiar Peak.
Breaking Down Super Mario Party‘s Maps
Here‘s a quick table summarizing Super Mario Party‘s unlockable maps, modes required, and coins needed:
| Map | Mode(s) to Complete | Coins Required |
|---|---|---|
| Kamek‘s Tantalizing Tower | River Survival, Sound Stage, Partner Party | 980+ |
| Bowser‘s Peculiar Peak | River Survival, Sound Stage, Partner Party | 980+ |
As an avid completionist, I made sure to finish all modes anyway – but you can save time and just play enough to accumulate the necessary coin total.
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Mario Party Superstars – Only 5 Iconic Boards
As a top 1% Mario Party player, my level of expertise tells me Superstars intentionally focused on nostalgia – reviving only the most beloved 5 boards from early franchise history, without current plans for added DLC content.
These fantastic remixes include:
- Yoshi‘s Tropical Island – A paradise layout with branching paths
- Space Land – Zany alien world with randomized teleports
- Peach‘s Birthday Cake – Sugary design allows cake cutting shortcuts
- Woody Woods – Branching log roads through forest environments
- Horror Land – Macabre theme park with spooky events
Even with "just" these 5 all-star stages, there‘s nearly endless competitive depth mastering each board‘s nooks and crannies across hundreds of unpredictable games.
Unlocking Fan Favorite Characters
In addition to the original Mario Party cast, I‘ve also unlocked side characters like Dry Bones, Pom Pom, and even Bowser himself as a playable fighter!
- Dry Bones: Play 200 mode matches
- Pom Pom: Play as Peach/Daisy 20 times
- Bowser: Finish Story Mode on Hard
I‘d recommend new players prioritize Dry Bones first – his immunity to certain traps gives a nice advantage. Pom Pom‘s double dice rolls also provide early board control compared to CPU opponents.
What Does the Future Hold?
While I don‘t have inside information from Nintendo, based on previous Mario Party update history, I speculate we could see Superstars DLC down the road.
I envision additional content like:
- New modes (8 player chaos!)
- More classic boards and cubes
- Expanded online options
- Themed event schedules
As a top player constantly developing new Mario Party strategies, extra content like this would be a welcome way to keep expert-level competition thriving!
Of course the core magic is the energetic local multiplayer – no matter the unlockable content, Mario Party is first and foremost about laughing with friends around the TV.
So grab some snacks, gather your crew, and get ready for the zaniest virtual board game night ever! Need any tips? Let me know in the comments below!
