Super Mario Party Jamboree's Nintendo Switch 2 Update a Impressions
Nintendo shows off its new tech with a big paid update for Super Mario Party Jamboree called "Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Jamboree TV." This Impressions looks at if the new parts, like Joy-Con 2 mouse use and the Nintendo Switch 2 Camera, are worth the upgrade.
Jamboree TV The New Switch 2 Feature Hub
Most new stuff is in the "Jamboree TV" area, which has two new game modes made for the Switch 2’s new tech.
"Bowser Live" and the Switch 2 Camera
This mode uses the Nintendo Switch 2 Camera and the device's mic for its minigames. Early reviews from other media say the camera-based games work, but they aren’t particularly impressive.
- Camera View: Images of players were poor quality, not like what Nintendo showed.
- Edge Spotting: The camera had trouble telling players apart from the backdrop, often mixing parts or missing limbs.
- Size Issues: It messed up with players of different heights, making family stand far or close in weird ways.
- Mic Minigames: These too just work but aren’t fun, getting mixed up by other sounds.
this mode feels like old tech from the Kinect and PlayStation Eye days and doesn’t bring anything new.
"Carnival Coaster" and Joy-Con 2 Mouse Use
This mode did much better. "Carnival Coaster" is a ride where you use the Joy-Con 2's mouse feature to shoot foes and play minigames to last longer.
- Main Play: The shooting is easy but good.
- Minigames: The mouse-driven minigames are called "mostly hits" and some of the best in the game.
- Control Mix: Some games mix mouse and move controls well for tasks like stacking and moving items.
More Switch 2 Extra Bits and Price
The update adds:
- Face images in live.
- GameChat for talking online.
- GameShare lets Switch 2 and first Switch users play together, even if one doesn’t own the game.
- Better game look.
With these, it's a rich game version. But, it's also pricey, at $80 for new folks. Those with the first Switch version can get it for $20 extra.
Wrap-up A Mixed Tech Showcase
Super Mario Party Jamboree’s Switch 2 Edition has cool parts but is a bit mixed. The Nintendo Switch 2 Camera seems old, but the parts and minigames using the Joy-Con 2 mouse are done well. If the top bits make the $20 upgrade worth it depends on you.
The game comes out on July 24. You can buy it with the upgrade for $80, or if you have it, upgrade for $20.