90
This is the perfect game to really see who has the patience and stamina to go all the way.
80
A dangerously addictive diversion to monkey around with.
80
An exceptional game based on a simple concept; some of the later levels will eat you for lunch. [Feb 2003, p.96]
7
Super monkey ball was a good talent, good game, and a good job rolling or dying joyride
9
I like the graphics and the level designs a bunch but the gameplay is kinda meh.
10
One of, if not the greatest arcade game I have ever played. Anyone who dislikes this game in any way is salty and low skill.
Super Monkey Ball
GameCube
Released On:
Nov 17, 2001
Metascore
Generally Favorable
87
User score
Generally Favorable
8.3
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GameCube
Based on 28 Critic Reviews
87
iOS (iPhone/iPad)
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Metascore
Generally Favorable
87
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27 Reviews
27 Reviews
4% Mixed
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100
The best party game in history.
91
It's downright fun and you'll find yourself having a hard time pulling yourself away from it. While the single-player feels a little underdeveloped, you will play it enough to unlock the fun mini-games.
User score
Generally Favorable
8.3
78% Positive
81 Ratings
81 Ratings
19% Mixed
20 Ratings
20 Ratings
3% Negative
3 Ratings
3 Ratings
Apr 29, 2025
10
One of, if not the greatest arcade game I have ever played. Anyone who dislikes this game in any way is salty and low skill.
Jul 21, 2016
10
Sega has amazing series like sonic and nights into dreams and streets of rage but this one could have been the REAL rival to mario and this game has it all I wanted to see.
90
Even though this title screams party game, it’s much more fun to play alone than, say, a Mario Party title. Old school is definitely back, and it’s a heck of a good time playing it on a GameCube.
85
Yes, it's a frustrating game, to be sure. But it’s the warm, fuzzy kind of frustrating.
83
With both its finely tuned single-player experience and addictive multiplayer one, Super Monkey Ball has sleeper hit written all over it.
80
With the exception of the very tight turns in the game, it's as easy as shelling peanuts once you get a few practice rounds in.
60
Not unlike "Crazy Taxi," you’ll have fun every time you play, but the concept gets tiring pretty quickly and you’ll want to step away for a while. [Dec 2001, p.83]
May 15, 2013
10
Such a refined and polished game. You can tell they thought a lot about every single detail of this really "hardcore" game. The "escalating" of the level difficulty is really great. The main game is very addictive and it can really make you rage. And if you get tired of it, you also have mini games like bowling, pool or golf. This game is from the era when Amusement Vision made awesome games and the AV on a cover **** was a seal of quality.
Apr 26, 2026
7
Super monkey ball was a good talent, good game, and a good job rolling or dying joyride
Aug 19, 2019
7
My personal rating for "Super Monkey Ball" (GC): 6,9/10 - Good Gameplay: 7,5 Video: 3,5 Audio: 7 Scope: 8 Balance: 7 Story: -
Oct 19, 2012
7
I enjoyed so much this game. It's pretty fun (SEGA style) With friends is marvellous. If you like simple fun, simple gameplay and laught with friends... buy this game.
SummaryLet’s roll! Guide a cute little monkey encased in a transparent ball to victory by tilting and rolling him through a variety of slopes and turns. You must navigate a large variety of obstacle courses to reach goal lines within set time limits. Collect as many bananas as you can along the way and you'll be able to increas... Read More
Rated Efor Everyone
Platforms:
- GameCube
- iOS (iPhone/iPad)
Initial Release Date:Nov 17, 2001
Developer:
- Amusement Vision
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