Product Overview
- Product Name: Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania
- New or Used: New
- In Case or Loose: In Case
- Overall Condition: Brand New
- Notes: Unopened and immaculate – the perfect collector’s piece.
Photos show actual product for sale — no stock images used.
What's Included
- Switch Game Cartridge: Yes
- Manual / Instructions: N/A (Sealed Game)
- Case Artwork: Yes
- Case Type*: OEM/Original
- Extras:
Game Description
Roll into a vibrant celebration of one of Sega’s most beloved arcade-platform franchises with Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania on the Nintendo Switch. You guide charming monkeys encased in transparent balls—characters like AiAi, MeeMee, Baby, GonGon, YanYan, and Doctor—across hundreds of suspended, twisting, obstacle-filled courses, collecting bananas and aiming for the goal without falling off the edge. The game is a full remake of the first two Super Monkey Ball titles plus the content from the Deluxe compilation, rebuilt with updated visuals, refined physics, and accessibility enhancements.
What makes Banana Mania memorable is how it balances hardcore platform precision with welcoming features for newcomers. It preserves the original difficulty of many stages while offering optional slow-motion, time extensions, path guides, and a jump mechanic that’s off by default—letting players choose how they want to experience the challenge. Enhanced graphics, extensive character customization, dozens of special playable characters, and a treasure trove of bonus modes make this more than a nostalgia trip—it’s the definitive compilation in the Super Monkey Ball library.
Gameplay Features
- Over 300 classic stages rebuilt from the first three Super Monkey Ball games.
- Unique challenge modes like Golden Banana, Reverse, and Dark Banana.
- Accessibility options including slow-motion, time extensions, and optional jump ability.
- Unlockable costumes, accessories, and Sega guest characters add replay value.
- Party favorites like Monkey Bowling, Monkey Racing, and Monkey Soccer return.
Historical Trivia or Fun Fact
Released to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Super Monkey Ball franchise, Banana Mania lovingly remakes content from the original 2001 and 2002 games, along with the 2005 Deluxe collection. The soundtrack blends new compositions with classic arrangements, giving fans the option to relive the series’ early music. Guest appearances by iconic Sega characters such as Sonic, Tails, Beat, and Kazuma Kiryu further enhance its appeal for collectors and longtime fans.
Additional Details
- Variant: Standard Release
- Genre: Arcade
- Year Released: 2021
- Publisher: Sega of America, Inc.
- Developer: Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio
- ESRB Rating: E - Everyone 10+
- UPC: 010086770247
- SKU: 2867098
- Format: Nintendo Switch Video Game Cartridge
- Platform: Nintendo Switch System (NSW Console)
- 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 Nintendo Switch cases. (See photos)
- Any online features (multiplayer, DLC, patches, download codes, etc.) may no longer be supported.
- Photos show the exact item for sale — we never use stock images for used games.
- All used items are cleaned, tested, and 100% guaranteed to work.
- Backed by Retro Game Fan’s 60-day warranty.
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