Product Overview
- Product Name: Super Monkey Ball [Player's Choice]
- New or Used: Used
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Like New
- Disc Condition: No scratches / Scratch free
- Notes: Original GameCube case shows only light shelf wear and still looks excellent on display. Artwork insert appears amazing with rich, vibrant color and no fading. Instruction manual is pristine — crisp, perfectly bound with intact staples and no handling marks. The authentic GameCube disc is flawless and completely scratch-free, tested for dependable performance — a standout copy ready for any serious GameCube collection.
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What's Included
- GameCube Game Disc: Yes
- Disc Count: 1
- Manual / Instructions: Yes
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Case Type: OEM/Original*
- Extras:
Game Description
Super Monkey Ball [Player's Choice] rolled onto the Nintendo GameCube as one of the system’s most addictive and skill-driven launch titles — a perfect showcase of Sega’s arcade mastery reinvented for a new generation. Developed by Amusement Vision, this bright and fast-paced puzzle-arcade experience challenges players to guide adorable monkeys sealed inside transparent spheres across suspended obstacle courses, all without falling off the edge. Beneath its cheerful exterior lies razor-sharp physics, precise analog control, and a depth of challenge that keeps players chasing perfection run after run.
Every level in Super Monkey Ball is a masterclass in design — simple to grasp, yet endlessly rewarding to master. Tilting the stage rather than the character creates an elegant twist on traditional platforming, combining the tension of balance with the thrill of momentum. Beyond the main stages, the game features highly replayable bonus modes and inventive mini-games like Monkey Target, Monkey Bowling, and Monkey Billiards — each polished enough to stand on its own. Whether competing for high scores or speed-running expert stages, players quickly discover why this title became synonymous with GameCube precision gameplay.
For collectors and fans of Sega’s golden arcade era, Super Monkey Ball represents an iconic fusion of creativity and challenge. Its instant pick-up-and-play fun, clean aesthetic, and technical smoothness made it a defining early release for the GameCube and a cornerstone of the franchise that would follow. Long after its debut, it remains a must-own puzzle and arcade classic — a pure expression of skill, style, and the joy of competition.
Gameplay Features
- Guide monkeys encased in rolling spheres through gravity-defying obstacle courses
- Intuitive analog controls deliver unmatched precision and balance-based gameplay
- Over 100 increasingly complex stages designed for speed, skill, and mastery
- Includes fan-favorite mini-games: Monkey Target, Monkey Bowling, and Monkey Billiards
- Vibrant, arcade-inspired visuals and upbeat music crafted by Amusement Vision
- A beloved Sega and Nintendo GameCube crossover that defined early 2000s fun
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Super Monkey Ball originated as an arcade cabinet called simply Monkey Ball, one of Sega’s final coin-op releases before transitioning to third-party development. Its precision physics engine was so finely tuned that even the GameCube’s analog stick sensitivity was modeled after it, ensuring that the home version preserved the arcade’s tight feel. The game’s unique balance mechanic later inspired numerous indie physics-based titles.
This GameCube edition quickly gained cult-classic status for its difficulty curve, buttery-smooth frame rate, and pure skill-based design — qualities that make it a fixture on “best of” lists for the console. For collectors, Super Monkey Ball symbolizes Sega’s creative rebirth on Nintendo hardware and stands as one of the most respected arcade-puzzle experiences of its time.
Additional Details
- Variant: Players Choice
- Genre: Puzzle & Cards
- Year Released: 2001
- Publisher: Sega
- Developer: Amusement Vision
- ESRB Rating: N/A
- UPC: 010086610451
- SKU: 66651
- Format: Nintendo GameCube video game disc
- Platform: Nintendo GameCube console (GCN system)
- Region: NTSC (North America, Canada)
Important Information
- *Used cases may be replaced with a new aftermarket one if damaged. Listing above indicates if it's "OEM/Original" or "Aftermarket." Aftermarket cases typically differ in color &/or build quality from original GameCube cases. (See photos)
- Any online features (multiplayer, DLC, patches) may no longer be supported.
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- Used discs are professionally resurfaced via our commercial-grade repair system to remove scratches.
- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
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