Product Description
Hey everyone! Mr. M here, ready to tell you all about a super cool game: "Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games"! Fantastic, isn't it? In this game,
Mario and Sonic join forces to take part in the thrilling Winter Olympics. You can play with your favorite characters like Mario, Sonic, Yoshi, and Tails. There are various disciplines such as skiing, snowboarding, skating, and even bobsledding! Each event is unique and offers tons of fun and challenge. Developed by SEGA, the game offers both solo and multiplayer modes, so you can enjoy the snowy fun with friends and family. Wowie!
Historical Context
The game was released in 2009 as a sequel to "Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games" from 2007. It was one of the first games to bring together the popular characters from Nintendo and SEGA in a sporting setting. The game was highly praised for its fun and accessible gameplay, bringing fans from both franchises together. Fantastic, right?
Expert Reviews
IGN wrote: "Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games is a delightful and entertaining game that brings together two iconic franchises in a fun and engaging way." GameSpot added: "The variety of events and the charm of the characters make this a must-have for fans of either series."
Is This for You?
This game is perfect for fans of both Mario and Sonic who enjoy sporting challenges. Whether you're a younger gamer looking for some fun or an older fan seeking nostalgia, this game offers something for everyone. Moreover, it's a great choice for families looking to play together. How fun is that!
Similar Games
If you enjoy "Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games," you'll surely like "Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Games" (2007) as well. Additionally, "
Mario Party 9" and "Sonic & All-Stars Racing Transformed" are Fantastic choices for fans of multiplayer and party games.
Extra Feature: Multiplayer Mode
One of the most enjoyable aspects of this game is the multiplayer mode! You can participate in the Winter Olympics with up to four players simultaneously. Invite your friends and compete against each other in various events. It's so much fun and ensures endless playtime. Haha!
Tips and secrets, cheats and codes
21 tips: 14 Personal tips - 6 Secrets - 1 Easter Egg/GlitchSecrets:
How can I unlock outfits in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games?
You can unlock outfits of your favorite character by playing with them in festival mode of Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games. To quickly obtain all outfits, play in festival mode as a team.
Personal tip:
How do you pull off the coolest stunt on the halfpipe in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games?
| Chazz-lee |
 | 12 jaar |
When you hit the halfpipe in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, make sure to connect the nunchuck. Spin that joystick while you're in the air, and you'll pull off the coolest stunt.
Personal tip:
How can I improve my table tennis skills when using a Powersmash?
| Colijn10 |
 | 2171 |
| 13 jaar |
If you hold down B, you'll perform a Power Shot in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games. And when your opponent unleashes a Power Shot, make sure to hold down A! This way, it's easier to hit the ball back!
Personal tip:
How can I run and swim faster in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games?
| Colijn10 |
| 2171 |
| 13 jaar |
When you connect the nunchuck to the controller to run in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, you'll go faster!! But when swimming, make sure not to connect the nunchuck to the controller, as it will make you swim much slower!
Secrets:
How can I get cool outfits for my Miis?
If you're unsure how to obtain the outfits for the Miis in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, here's a complete list for you.
| For Mario | Obtain the black store card in the secret shop. |
| Diddy Kong | Obtain the platinum store card in the secret shop. |
| Dry Bones | Defeat the team of Dry Bones in festival mode with curling. |
| Dry Bowser | Defeat team Dry Bowser alone or as a team in festival mode Ice hockey. |
| Omega | Defeat Omega alone in festival mode Speed skating or as a team in festival mode short track relay. |
Personal tip:
How do you activate the Dream Ski Cross superturbo in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games?
| Sneeuwman |
| 215 |
| 15 jaar |
After you've been shot out of the cannon on your way to the final round of Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, make sure you can perform a special action (pressing the A button). Once you've entered your first command, press A to land safely, zoom super fast across the track, and be careful not to crash into a pole or anything so you can achieve a good time. That's how I made it to the top of Europe :)
Secrets:
How can I win the Dry Bones outfit in the festival stand of Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games?
| Daan1 |
| 113 |
In the festival booth of Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, you have to play curling against Dry Bones. If you win, you'll receive Dry Bones' outfit.
Personal tip:
What are the speeds of characters with different swimming styles in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games?
| Colijn10 |
| 2171 |
| 13 jaar |
While swimming in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, I've discovered something:
Characters doing the front crawl go faster! (e.g. Shadow)
Characters doing the doggy paddle go slower! (e.g. Sonic)
Personal tip:
How can I always win at dream gliding in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games?
| Metal-soni c-superfan |
| 260 |
| 12 jaar |
If you always fly to the left in dream hang gliding on Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games and keep shooting continuously, your victory is guaranteed for 99.999999%.
Easter Eggs and Glitches:
How many Christmas trees can be found in the shopping village?
| Gycio |
| 630 |
In the shopping village of Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, there are a couple of Christmas trees.
Personal tip:
How can I use the Dream Alpine Skiing shortcut in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games?
| Sneeuwman |
| 215 |
| 15 jaar |
Right after the loop at the start of Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, you need to steer your character sharply to the left, causing them to miss the first big jump and fall into the abyss. After that, you'll respawn a little further ahead in the course, and then activate your turbo by pressing A. This trick will easily save you around 4 seconds if you aim to reach the top of Europe like me ;)
Secrets:
How do I earn badges in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games?
You will receive a badge once you have purchased all the books from the library in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games. You will also earn badges if you have bought everything in the boutique, the music store, and the other shop.
Personal tip:
How can I receive an extra special boost in Dream Events in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games?
| Maxim |
| 12 jaar |
In some Dream Events of Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, you can receive items. One of those items is a super special sprint.
Watch from 0.22 to see it.
You can also get a special sprint by collecting five coins or rings in a dream event. Check it out at 0.50.
Personal tip:
How do you unlock new and cheaper products by saving up for a gold or black discount card?
| NickGamerD utch |
| 4194 |
| 13 jaar |
When you start saving up for a gold or black discount card in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, new and cheaper products will be unlocked.
Personal tip:
What kind of items can I get with the gold and platinum shopping cards in the secret shop?
| Chazz-lee |
| 12 jaar |
Buy the golden and platinum shopping cards at the secret shop of Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games and get items that you can only collect with that card.
Personal tip:
How do you unlock Fire Mario and Super Sonic in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games?
| Gycio |
| 630 |
| 11 jaar |
Once you've completed both story modes in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, make sure to visit the secret shop. You'll need to buy quite a few cards to unlock them both.
Secrets:
Where can I find the hidden figures in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games?
| Nickgamer |
| 1211 |
Sometimes in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, you have to search for characters (from a letter). My tip is that they are almost always sitting on the stands at the sides.
Personal tip:
How can I customize and dress up my Mii character in the game?
| NickGamerD utch |
| 4194 |
| 13 jaar |
It's really fun to use your own Mii character in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games because you can give all your characters their own unique look and style. I've dressed up my Mii as Dry Bowser.
Secrets:
Where can you find Santa Claus while playing Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games?
| Axel |
| 440 |
If you play Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games during the winter, you'll get the "Find Santa Claus" event. You'll see him sitting by the dream snowball fight.
Personal tip:
How can I get through the red suspension bridge faster in Dream Snowboardcross?
| LionRiddle r |
| 16 jaar |
In Dream Snowboardcross in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games, there's a point where you'll encounter a red suspension bridge. When you reach this spot, you have the option to go through the opening or turn right. If you choose to go right, you'll be launched upwards and can ride over the railing of the bridge. Keep doing this until the end, and it will save you a lot of time!
Personal tip:
How can I earn more shopping points in Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games?
| Ducory |
| 45 |
| 14 jaar |
Play Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games multiple times in a row, as you will always receive 10 shopping points.
Mario and Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games is slightly better than its predecessor, but still doesn't earn a gold medal.
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