Super Mario Ball
(GameBoy Advance - PAL, Action & Adventure)
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Developed by:
Fuse Games Limited
Published by:
Nintendo
Released On:
26 Nov 2004
This is the standard "Bowser has kidnapped the Princess, and Mario must rescue her" story. In this case, the Princess is transformed into a ball and launched from a Super Mario 64-style cannon, which a pair of goombas aim directly at Bowser's Castle. Mario is also transformed into a ball and chases after her. There are 5 levels, each consisting of a set of pinball tables. Each table has some exits (including the one below the flippers) that Mario can use to move to other tables. Also, each one holds a star, normally obtained by defeating all enemies on the table. Some exits require that Mario has a certain number of stars. To gain access to Bowser's castle, Mario must defeat the bosses of the first 4 levels, which gives him star keys. The game also features a "Time Attack" mode, which allows players to fight already defeated bosses again.
UPC-A:
045496734381 (Europe)
Media #:
AGB-BMVP-EUR (Europe)
Part #:
AGB-P-BPVP (Europe)
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Manual
Game Guide
Extracted from the original game manual
In this Mario game, the player controls Mario, who is compressed into a bouncy ball to travel through a Human Cannon and rescue Princess Peach after she is accidentally launched into Bowser's Castle. The premise involves traversing four distinct themed stages-Frosty Frontier, Shifting Sands, Grassy Greens, and Fiery-to collect four Star Keys required to open the gate to Bowser's Castle. Along the way, Mario must defeat various bosses and navigate challenges, such as using Yoshi Eggs, interacting with beehives, and stopping windmills, to finally reach the final showdown.
Story
Stage Descriptions
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Frosty Frontier Stage: This winter wonderland is covered in snow and ice.
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Shifting Sands Stage: What mystery lies deep within this sun-scorched desert?
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Grassy Greens Stage: This verdant stage is full of lush greenery and vicious insects.
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Fiery Stage: This stage fills everyone with a nameless dread.
Frosty Frontier Stage
Mr. Blizzard
He'll throw snowballs at you. If you hit him with Mario, he'll become dizzy for a little while.
? Block
Hit this block with Mario to make an item appear.
Egg Mark
What happens if you use the Yoshi Egg here?
Shifting Sands Stage
Cactus
If you hit a cactus, you get points, but the ball bounces back extra-hard.
Sphinx
The sphinxes hold some secret to the pyramid...
Grassy Greens Stage
Beehive
Bumble bees come out of the beehives. Use a Mini Mushroom to enter them.
Blue Switch
Hitting these switches stops the windmill blades, making it easier for Mario to enter the windmill's door.
Fiery Stage
Boss Statue
Insert the Star Keys into these boss statues. You'll need all the Star Keys to open the gate to Bowser's Castle!
Mushroom Journal
Princess in Danger!
During the presentation of the new "Air Cannon" at the Fair, Princess Peach was accidentally launched into the air towards Bowser's Castle. The Air Cannon, a revolutionary means of transport that dispatches its passengers through the air to their destination, might see its career cut short by this bad start.
According to witnesses, two devious Goombas would be the cause of the incident. In a few moments, they would have changed the direction of the cannon, in which the Princess was already located, to aim at Bowser's Castle!
Mario to the Rescue!
Without hesitating for an instant, Mario jumps into the cannon to go rescue Princess Peach. If he collects the four Star Keys, he will be able to enter Bowser's Castle. Before that, he will have to complete numerous challenges and defeat the Bosses guarding these keys! Will he be strong enough to save Princess Peach?
How does it work?
Before Mario can use the Air Cannon, a "ballor" compresses him into a ball shape so that he can enter the tube. The ballor also makes him amazingly elastic, so that he can bounce without damage upon landing!
Mushroom Gazette
Fear for Princess Peach's Fate
During the inauguration ceremony of the new Human Cannon at the Amusement Park, Princess Peach was shot by some heartless individuals and fell onto Bowser's Castle. The Human Cannon, a new and revolutionary means of transport that allows people to easily reach remote places, has thus had an inauguration that was, at the very least, explosive.
According to several eyewitnesses, the disaster occurred when two suspicious-looking Goombas modified the cannon's direction. Once the Princess fell into the castle, the doors were sealed shut with mortar and she remained a prisoner inside.
Mario Promises to Rescue Her
Without hesitating for a moment, Mario climbed into the cannon to rescue the Princess and promised to get the four Star Keys that are necessary to enter Bowser's Castle. Inevitably, he will have to face numerous dangers and defeat the evil enemies that guard it. But few doubt our hero's cunning and skill.
How Does the Cannon Work?
Before entering the Human Cannon, the person is "flattened" until they reach the size of a cannonball. This type of transformation seems to also impart certain flexible qualities, which allow the person to bounce and rebound without suffering any harm.
Controls
L Button
Left flipper
R Button
Right flipper
START
Pause game
B Button
Use item
A Button
Confirm
SELECT + A + B + L + R
Delete saved data
START + SELECT + A + B
Reset game
L / R
Select
A
Confirm
B
Leave Market Ending
L-Button
Left Flipper
A-Button
Right Flipper
B-Button
Confirm
L R
Choose a destination
L or Control Panel
Left Flipper
R or Button A
Right Flipper
SELECT + A + B + R
Erase all data and all records
How to Play
Getting Started
Insert the Super Mario Ball™ game cartridge into your Game Boy Advance™ system and turn the power ON. Press START when the Title Screen appears.
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ADVENTURE (Adventure Mode): If you are playing for the first time or have no saved data, press START on the Title Screen to begin.
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LOAD GAME: If saved data exists, press the A Button on the Title Screen. Use the D-Pad (or + Control Pad) to select and press A to confirm. This continues a game from the last saving point.
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NEW GAME: Start a new adventure.
Once you have defeated a boss in Adventure Mode, you can access Time Attack Mode.
Time Attack Mode
Select TIME ATTACK and press the A Button on the Title Screen to play against the clock. You must have defeated at least one boss in Adventure Mode to unlock this mode.
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Saving Data: You cannot save during Time Attack Mode. However, if you achieve a NEW HIGH SCORE, the game will automatically save your data when you are done.
Saving and Loading
Press START during Adventure Mode to view the Pause Menu. Select SAVE & QUIT to save your game and return to the Title Screen.
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CONTINUE: Resume the current game.
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SAVE & QUIT: Save your progress and return to the Title Screen.
Note: You can only save one game at a time. When you continue a game by selecting LOAD GAME, your previously saved data is erased. If you turn the power OFF without saving, your game will start over from the beginning. Save the game before turning off the console if you want to quit. You can still save your game even after the game is over.
Adventure Mode Overview
Collect Stars, Coins, and Star Keys in various stages to rescue Princess Peach from Bowser's Castle.
The Game Screen
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Number of Stars: Displayed on screen.
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Flippers: Used to control Mario.
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Number of Red and Yellow Coins: Displayed on screen.
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Number of Star Keys: Displayed on screen.
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Time remaining to collect Red Coins: Displayed on screen.
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Mario: The character controlled by the player.
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Your Score: Displayed on screen.
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Number of Red, Yellow, and Blue Coins: Displayed on screen.
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Number of lives Mario has left: Displayed on screen.
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Your Current Item: Displayed on screen.
Press START to view the Pause Screen, which provides additional information.
The Basics of Adventure
Control Mario with the Flippers! Use the left and right flippers to hit Mario. Vary where and how hard you hit Mario to control where he rolls.
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Aim Mario at enemies to damage them.
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Aim Mario at objects on the pinball board, such as treasure chests, to activate them.
What if you lose all of Mario's lives?
If Mario falls down the drain between the flippers in the first area of a stage, you lose one life. The Ball Bonus Screen appears, awarding bonus points based on the number of Coins and Stars collected.
When you lose all your lives, the game is over. The following options appear:
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CONTINUE: Continue playing, but your score resets to zero.
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SAVE & QUIT: Save your progress and return to the Title Screen.
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QUIT: Return to the Title Screen without saving.
Adventure through Pinball Land!
Pick a Stage
Start at the Fun Fair
If you begin a NEW GAME, Mario starts at the Fun Fair.
Hit the Sky Cannon
Hit the Sky Cannon to activate it. If you hit it again, Mario falls into the cannon and can blast off to another stage. Press the L and R Buttons simultaneously to stop Mario from entering the cannon.
Select a Stage
Choose the stage you want on the Target Screen. Use the L and R Buttons or the D-Pad to select a stage, and press the A Button to confirm. You can enter the Fiery Stage only if you meet certain conditions.
Special Stage
Defeat Enemies to get Stars
Defeat the enemies!
First, defeat all the enemies on the stage. If you hit multiple enemies at the same time, you get a combo, which earns you more points and a Blue Coin.
Get a Star
If you defeat all the enemies or meet certain conditions, a Star appears. Once you have enough Stars, hit any door that has a number equal to or less than the number of Stars you have to open that door.
Re-entering a Stage
If you complete certain tasks, such as defeating all enemies in an area where you have already obtained a Star, a ? Block might appear. When you hit that ? Block, items will flash on the screen. Press the A Button to stop the items; the item you land on will have a specific effect on your game.
Defeat the Boss to get a Star Key
Find the boss and beat him!
Each stage has a boss. Find him and beat him, and a Star Key will appear. Defeat all the bosses and enter Bowser's Castle!
Head out to the Fiery Stage!
Once you grab the Star Key, use the Sky Cannon to enter the Fiery Stage.
Use the Star Keys at the boss statues!
Tips & Maps
Paths between Areas
You can move between different areas or sections by using doors or moving Mario onto special spots. The number of Stars required to open a door is written on the door, and you must have at least that many Stars to proceed.
Tricks and Treats!
Using a Mini Mushroom allows Mario to shrink and enter small holes where you can find tricks and bonuses. If the Bonus Tower appears, hitting it with a Yoshi Egg earns points, but the tower disappears if the Yoshi Egg leaves the area.
Haunted House
The entrance to the haunted house is initially closed or blocked, but it will open if you perform the correct actions.
Sky Cannon
Use the cannon to travel to different stages or boards.
High Striker
If you hit the High Striker hard enough, it will ring the bell and release a Yellow or Blue Coin.
Shop
You can buy various items here using Coins.
Shopping Secrets
Some shops are always open, while others require you to touch Toad with Mario to open them. Purchasing a new item when you already have one will cause you to lose the item you were carrying, and some items grant access to special mini-game areas.
Snowman
The Snowman throws snowballs at you, but hitting him with Mario temporarily disables him.
Question Block
Hit the question mark block with Mario to obtain an item.
Egg Symbol
Using a Yoshi Egg on this symbol triggers a specific event.
Cactus
Hitting a cactus earns you points, but it bounces the ball back with significant force.
Sphinx
The Sphinx hides the secret of the pyramid.
Beehive
Bees emerge from the beehive, and you can use a mini-mushroom to fly inside it.
Blue Switch
Hitting the switch with Mario stops the windmill's blades from rotating, making it easier to enter the windmill.
Statues of the Final Boss
Insert the star keys into the statues; once all four keys are inserted, the door to Bowser's Fort opens.
Start at the Carnival
If you start a new game, Mario begins at the Carnival.
Touch the Sky Cannon
Touch the Sky Cannon to activate it; touching it a second time causes Mario to fall inside and be shot toward another board. Press the L and R buttons simultaneously to prevent Mario from entering the cannon.
Choose a board
Use the L and R buttons or the directional pad to select a board on the destination screen and press the A button to confirm. The Furnace board is only accessible under certain conditions.
Eliminate your enemies!
Defeat all enemies in the zone to earn Stars; touching multiple enemies simultaneously performs a combo that earns more points and a Blue Coin.
Get a Star
A Star appears when you defeat all enemies or fulfill specific conditions. You must have enough Stars to touch doors with a number less than or equal to your total Star count to open them.
Returning to a Board
If you complete tasks on a board where you have already obtained a Star, a ? Block appears. Touching this block allows you to scroll through and select an item that affects the game.
Carnival Hammer
If you send Mario onto the Carnival Hammer hard enough, the bell rings and releases a Yellow or Blue Coin.
Items & Weapons
Yellow Coin / Blue Coin
The more coins you collect, the more points you get. You earn Blue Coins by defeating enemies, and collecting Blue or Red Coins increases your Yellow Coin count; Blue Coins are needed to buy items at shops.
Red Coin
Red Coins appear when you activate Red Switches. Collecting all of them allows you to get a Star.
Star
Stars appear when you defeat all the enemies in an area or level. You need Stars to open doors.
Star Key
You get Star Keys by defeating the stage bosses. Collecting all the Star Keys allows you to enter Bowser's Castle.
Pipe
The Pipe temporarily blocks the drain or gap between the flippers, preventing Mario from falling into it.
Mini Mushroom
This item makes Mario smaller, allowing him to enter smaller holes that he normally could not access.
Mega Mushroom
This makes Mario bigger for a short time, preventing him from falling into the drain or gap between the flippers as easily.
1-UP Mushroom
This mushroom gives Mario one extra life.
Yoshi Egg
A Yoshi Egg appears on the stage, and the Pipe also appears for a short time simultaneously.
Invincibility Star
Mario becomes invincible for a short time. Instead of bouncing off enemies, he rolls right through them.
Lightning
This Lightning Bolt damages or defeats all the enemies in an area.
Enemies & Characters
Goomba
Wanders aimlessly around the level. Bump into them with Mario to defeat them.
Boo
Invisible ghost enemies that must be hit from behind while they are visible.
Shy Guy
Crawls around on the ground, requiring good aim to hit effectively.
Penguin
Appears in groups and moves in circles, making it a target for combo attacks.
Bumber
Emerges from beehives and will sting Mario if hit from the front.
Koopa
Must be hit once to flip over and a second time to knock out.
Pokey
A cactus-like creature that requires multiple hits to defeat.
Klepto
Flies high in the sky, requiring the use of terrain features to jump and hit them.
Maskass
Runs quickly, requiring precise aiming to hit.
Frido
A doll that throws snowballs, which can be stopped by stunning it.
Sphinx
Guards the secret of the pyramid in the Desert of Sands.
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