{"product_id":"mario-party-12","title":"Mario Party 2","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.25em;font-weight:700;margin-top:1em;margin-bottom:0.5em;\"\u003eItem Condition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMario Party 2 for the Nintendo 64 comes as a loose cartridge — the game itself, ready to plug in and play. Coolection has tested this cartridge and it was performing exactly as it should, though as with any vintage N64 game, how it runs can vary a little depending on your console and setup. If you'd like a closer look before committing, just hit the \"Request Additional Pictures\" button on this page and we'll send over high-resolution shots of the exact cartridge in hand. Please refer to the provided photos for the exact details of the item's condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 style=\"font-size:1.25em;font-weight:700;margin-top:1em;margin-bottom:0.5em;\"\u003eItem Description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMario Party 2 is the title that many fans still point to as the peak of the classic Nintendo 64 party game era. Building on everything the original introduced, this sequel refined the formula in just about every way — tighter board designs, a wider roster of minigames, and a theme-park-meets-costume-party aesthetic that gave each board its own personality. Whether you're rolling through Pirate Land, braving the haunted corridors of Horror Land, or blasting off in Space Land, every board feels like a distinct adventure rather than just a different shape on a grid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe minigame lineup is where Mario Party 2 really earns its legendary status. With over 60 minigames spanning 4-player free-for-alls, 2-vs-2 team battles, and solo challenges, there's genuine variety from round to round. The addition of the Western Land showdown and the Bowser-themed chaos events kept players on their toes in ways the original couldn't quite manage. It's a game built for loud rooms, close friendships, and the occasional heated rivalry over a stolen star.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVisually, Mario Party 2 holds up well for a late-era N64 title. The character sprites dressed in themed costumes — Mario in pirate gear, Yoshi in a space suit — added a charm that screenshots don't fully capture until you're actually playing. The soundtrack is cheerful and catchy in that quintessentially Nintendo way, with each board's music setting the mood without ever wearing out its welcome across a long session.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis one is a must for anyone building out a solid N64 library or looking to bring a true multiplayer classic back to their living room setup.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Coolection","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57210279624870,"sku":"PCQ-3820-LG","price":42.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0651\/7404\/4838\/files\/PCQ-3820-LG-1.webp?v=1788028776","url":"https:\/\/coolection.com\/products\/mario-party-12","provider":"Coolection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}