Monkey Boat (Banana Mania)
- For the original version, see Monkey Boat.
Monkey Boat is a Party Game in Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania. The game involves racing around on 3 courses in boats, using items to gain an edge.
Gameplay
Monkeys race around 3 aquatic courses in boats, by paddling either on the left, the right, or both sides. Holding the paddle left button will cause the monkey to keep paddling on the right side to turn left, holding the paddle right button will cause the monkey to keep paddling on the left side and turn right, and holding both will cause the monkey to alternate paddling on the left and right. Items will appear on the course, which can be used to give the user a boost, or sabotage opponents. When played single player, there is a time limit that will disqualify the player when it runs out, but completing a lap or crossing a checkpoint adds to the timer. There are 3 game modes:
In One Course Race, a single race on a single course takes place. The number of laps can be selected by the player.
In Grand Prix, 3 races take place, one on each course, and points are scored based on placement in each race, with the racer with the highest score after 3 races being the winner.
In Time Attack, a single player races around a course against the clock, to try and complete a number of laps as quickly as possible. Only the Monkey Submarine item can spawn in this mode, and the player starts with 3 submarines loaded.
Settings
- Number of Laps (One Course Race only) - the number of laps raced on the selected course. Not available for Water Dragon Route.
- Assist - toggles a rubberbanding mechanic, where players in a lower placement gain a speed boost.
- Items - whether or not items will appear during races.
Controls
Nintendo Switch and Xbox One & Series X/S version:
- R button - Paddle right
- L button - Paddle left
- A button - Use the currently loaded item
- B button - Change the currently loaded item
- X button - Switch to a reverse camera
PlayStation 4 and 5 version:
- R button - Paddle right
- L button - Paddle left
- X button - Use the currently loaded item
- Circle button - Change the currently loaded item
- Square button - Switch to a reverse camera
Windows version:
- D Key - Paddle right
- A Key - Paddle left
- Vertical Right Square Bracket Key - Use the currently loaded item
- J Key - Change the currently loaded item
- K Key - Switch to a reverse camera
Courses
Course | Length | Difficulty | Description |
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Flower Garden Path | 361m | ★☆☆ | A short and easy ride on a gentle stream. Play this course to get used to the controls. |
Wooden Arch River | 732m | ★★☆ | A course with a slightly stronger current. Sail through the tree arches and shoot for the top! |
Water Dragon Route | 1422m | ★★★ | A long, one-way voyage down a rapid stream. Journey through the cave to find the goal! |
Items
- Piranha Torpedo - If it hits an opponent, it capsizes them, temporarily stunning them.
- Whale Bomb - If it hits an opponent, it traps them in a pillar of water for a few seconds.
- Whirling Swirl - Creates a temporary whirlpool where it lands, pulling in opponents.
- Monkey Submarine - Converts the user into a submarine, that allows them to move around underwater at high speed.
Missions
Note: All Party Game missions award 300 Banana Points.
Name | Description |
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Path of the Boat Racer | Play Monkey Boat |
First victory | Win first place in any Course Race |
First Championship | Win any Grand Prix |
Time Limit 330 | Clear all courses in 330 seconds (Ranking Challenge only) |
Course Complete | Play all courses in Monkey Boat |
Item Swapper | Change which item to use next |
No Help Needed | With without Assist mode |
First Course Race | Play a Course Race |
First Grand Prix | Play a Grand Prix |
First Time Attack | Play a Time Attack |
Mode Master | Play all modes |
Speed Demon | Reach 70 km/h and clear the course |
Dangerous Fish | Use a piranha Torpedo |
Whale Launcher | Use a Whale Bomb |
Whirlpool Warning | Use a Whirling Swirl |
Yellow Submarine | Use a Monkey Submarine |
Item Hit | Hit an opponent with an item |
Item Stock | Stock up 3 items (excluding the start of Time Attack) |
Trivia
- The name of the mission "Yellow Submarine" is a reference to a 1966 Beatles song by the same name.
- The music for Monkey Boat in this game is a remix of the beginner difficulty music from Monkey Boat from Super Monkey Ball 2.
Super Monkey Ball Banana Mania Party Games |
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Monkey Race • Monkey Fight • Monkey Target • Monkey Billiards • Monkey Bowling • Monkey Golf • Monkey Boat • Monkey Shot • Monkey Dogfight • Monkey Soccer • Monkey Baseball • Monkey Tennis |