List of WarioWare: Move It! microgames
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- This article is about a list of microgames organized by stage. For a list of microgames organized by form, see Form Stones.
The following is a list of all the microgames featured in WarioWare: Move It! Individual microgames can be played in the Museum. Each microgame uses a certain form, which tells the player how they should hold the Joy-Con (referred to as the Form Stones in Move It!) during the game. Most stages introduce new forms. Stone-Cold Welcome consists of 13 microgames, and the rest of the levels consist of 21 each, making up a total of 223 microgames.
A microgame with a bold font means that it has a two-player version, while one with an italic font means that it lasts twice as long.
75 of the microgames have a two-player version. 23 of them have a different description than solo.
Stone-Cold Welcome[edit]
Stone-Cold Welcome is Wario's set of microgames, and it is the only one available from the start. All games involve Wario in some way. The only used form is Choo Choo, which is revealed on a stone tablet before every microgame. The intermission stage consists of Wario being chased by the Woods Watchers. The number of lives is depicted by heads of garlic. If the player wins, the Form Stones glow and Wario runs ahead of the Woods Watchers, as two more jump in from the sides of the trail. If the player loses, the Woods Watchers gain on Wario and a garlic cracks. When the player loses all of their lives, the Woods Watchers catch up to Wario and trap him in a cage before displaying "Game Over." If the player succeeds in doing the "Second Chance Stance" to continue on the first playthrough, Wario breaks out of the cage and the chase resumes.
The name of the level comes from "stone cold", which means "unfeeling" or "completely cold."
Name | Image | Description | Form | Glyph (if applicable) | Available in Story Mode? | ||
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1 player | 2 players[note 1] | Player 1 | Player 2[note 1] | ||||
About-Face | "What time is it again? What?! You're not wearing a watch?! Bah, just look at mine. Sometimes I'm too nice for my own good..." | Choo Choo | No | ||||
Bell Chorus | "Ring the bell along with the notes comin' at you! The trick to good sound is to shake with a snap." | Yes | |||||
Bucket Brigade | "Whoa! MY house is on fire! Grab a bucket and put it out already!" | "Whoa! MY house is on fire! Grab your buckets and put it out already!" | Yes | ||||
Cheers! | "Clink your glasses and cheeeeeer! Whoa there, one at a time!" | Yes | |||||
Code Dependency | "Huh? There's a barcode on this thing somewhere. What am I supposed to do if the scanner won't reach? Turn it?! That's too much work!" | No | |||||
Cutting Board | "Even us big shots gotta cook sometimes! Just slap some food down and chop it up. What's the big deal? | Yes | |||||
Jailbreak | "Someone locked me up! Eh, bet I could bend these bars open in no time." | Yes | |||||
Locomotion | "The Wario Express moves by jogging its arms. The faster they go, the faster it moves. But cut it out once you get to the station!" | Yes | |||||
Loose Drawers | "What's wrong with this drawer? I pulled with both hands and really gave it some oomph, but-- Oh, it opened." | Yes | |||||
Speed Skate | "Beat the other guy for Team Wario! And hey--you go faster if you swing your arms wide. So swing already!" | Yes | |||||
Stony Look | "Call me Wadusa! If I see anyone move, they'll be nothin' but rocks. Think you can make it to the car?" | Yes | |||||
The Way I Like It | "Make me a drink! The color should be just like the picture. Don't pour too much or too little! That's just gross!" | No | |||||
Boss: Octoblocker | "Go easy on me, and you'll take a hit from one of my suckers! What? You brought hammers?! Then I'll throw in some electric eels for ya! Bwahahaha!" | Yes |
Order[edit]
The speed increases by one semitone at microgame #4 and further increases by another semitone at microgame #7.
Before "Speed Up!" (3 in any order) |
After first "Speed Up!" (3 in any order) |
After second "Speed Up!" (3 in any order) |
Boss microgame |
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About-Face | Bucket Brigade | Cutting Board | Octoblocker |
Bell Chorus | Cheers! | Loose Drawers | |
Jailbreak | Code Dependency | Stony Look | |
Speed Skate | Locomotion | The Way I Like It |
Description[edit]
"It's me—Wario! I won my way to Caresaway Island, and I'm gonna milk this resort for all it's worth! Don't tell any of those chumps who work for me, but I smell TREASURE!" (first description)
Names in other languages[edit]
Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
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Japanese | カマエ Kamae-ishi to no deai |
Encounter with the Form Stones | |
Chinese (simplified) | 与架势石的邂逅[?] Yǔ Jiàshì Shí De Xièhòu |
Encounter with the Form Stones | |
Chinese (traditional) | 與架勢石的邂逅[?] Yǔ Jiàshì Shí De Xièhòu |
Encounter with the Form Stones | |
Dutch | Een steengoed onthaal[?] | An awesome (literally "rock-good") welcome | |
French | Les mystérieuses posolithes[?] | The mysterious Form Stones | |
German | Der Stein trügt[?] | Appearances are deceptive (literally "The stone deceives") | |
Italian | A pietra donata...[?] | A gift stone... (reference to the proverb "Don't look a gift horse in the mouth") | |
Korean | 자세의 돌과의 만남[?] Jase-ui Dolgwaui Mannam |
Encounter with the Form Stones | |
Spanish (NOA) | Las poserocas[?] | The Form Stones | |
Spanish (NOE) | Los posilitos[?] | The Form Stones |
Mermaid Meet and Greet[edit]
Mermaid Meet and Greet is Mona's set of microgames, unlocked when Stone-Cold Welcome has been beaten. It introduces two new forms: Sky Stretch and Knight. The intermission stage consists of Mona swimming through the ocean. The number of lives is depicted by oxygen tanks. Fish are formed to depict the score. A coral plant blows a bubble showing the form, as a school of fish appears in front of Mona to reveal a microgame. If the player wins, the school of fish dissipates to reveal a sea turtle, manatee, or manta ray. If the player loses, an octopus is revealed instead, which sprays Mona with ink, and an oxygen tank leaks and drops as she shakes her head to dissipate the ink; if a tag-in is triggered, she does not shake her head. When the player encounters the boss, Mona encounters a swarm of fish consisting of clownfish, regal tang fish, yellow tang fish, and Moorish idol fish. When the boss is defeated, the school dissipates to reveal a mermaid (a silhouette in Story Mode, and an actual mermaid afterwards). When the player loses all of their lives, the ink completely covers the screen, and "Game Over" is displayed. If the player succeeds in doing the "Second Chance Stance" to continue on the first playthrough, Mona shakes off the ink and continues to swim.
Name | Image | Description | Form | Glyph (if applicable) | Available in Story Mode? | ||
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1 player | 2 players[note 1] | Player 1 | Player 2[note 1] | ||||
Badger Burrow | "Tilt your upper body, and squeeze through a tight passage. This badger doesn't seem too good at digging holes..." | Sky Stretch | Yes | ||||
Batter Up | "Time for batting practice! Keep an eye on the ball, and swing at the right moment." | "Play ball together! The pitcher should act as if they're throwing underhand. The hitter should keep an eye on the ball and swing at the right moment. Match your timing to knock it out of the park!" | Knight | Choo Choo | Yes | ||
Biggest Fan | "How'd all these gross hair balls get stuck? Wave the fan in big movements to blow all the fuzz off!" | "Wave the fan using big movements to blow all the fuzz off! The person getting fanned should turn around so the wind can reach the hair balls." | Sky Stretch | Yes | |||
De-Stocking | "Nobody likes getting stuck in a stocking. Reel in the stocking with both hands to yank it off! (This game is a work of fiction. It's not cool or attractive to put a stocking over your head in real life.)" | Knight | Yes | ||||
Denied! | "Time your jump to block the other team's spike. They might try to fake you out, so watch the ball closely." | Sky Stretch | No | ||||
Gold Digger | "Adjust the angles of your hands, and plunge them into the giant nostrils! Watch the stripe designs in the background to help your aim. Why is this important? Uh... I'm not sure." | Sky Stretch | Yes | ||||
Helping Hands | "Grab our hands so we can pull you up! Hold on tight with both hands, and don't touch the other stuff!" | Sky Stretch | Yes | ||||
I Spyglass | "Did you just see a guy flying around somewhere? Get your telescope ready and find him! It's easy if you follow the contrail." | Knight | No | ||||
Nunchaku Practice | "Hi-yah! Welcome to the dojo! Use the Form Stones you're holding to copy my moves. The trick is to make full, clear motions." | Knight | No | ||||
Pepper Mill | "Twist the pepper mill with both hands to grind out pepper. I like enough to cover the whole dish! What? Too much?" | Knight | Yes | ||||
Rainy Day | "Block the rain with your umbrella so your fresh clothes don't get wet. Be careful of the cars splashing water too!" | Knight | Yes | ||||
Seaweedy | "Look out! It's a shark! Pretend to be seaweed by waving your arms around. The shark won't notice a thing!" | Sky Stretch | Yes | ||||
Snowball Fight | "Make throwing motions to toss snowballs at the snowman. The big ones will need two hits to go down." | Sky Stretch | Yes | ||||
Star Light, Star Bright | "Keep flipping the stars in your hands until they shine. Each turn makes their glow a little brighter. Make them shine bright and light up the night!" | Sky Stretch | No | ||||
Synchronized Swim | ""What routine were we doing again? Ehhh, I'll just copy the others." Quickly match the pose of your fellow swimmers before you surface!" | Sky Stretch | Yes | ||||
Take the Plunger | "Oh no...the toilet's clogged. Nothing to do but push the plunger down, then pull it up with a POP! So this is what caused all the trouble..." | Knight | Yes | ||||
Throw-In | ""Over here! Gimme the ball!" Face the open player and throw them the ball." | Sky Stretch | No | ||||
Well-Done | "Cooking over an open flame is the best. Roast the ingredients until they're perfectly done. Just don't melt the ice!" | Knight | Yes | ||||
Who Goes There! | "Some weirdos are after the treasure! Drive them off with a poke from your weapon." | Knight | Yes | ||||
Wiper Wave | "It's kinda hard to see through the windshield. Use the wipers to get rid of the fog and dirt. A couple of wipes should clear away even the toughest grime!" | Sky Stretch | Yes | ||||
Boss: Candle Bear | "Our last line of defense between the cake and an army of ants is...Candle Bear! Use the flames to melt the ice, fire the cannon, and beat back the boss ant! Don't give up if one candle gets soaked--use the other to light it again, and keep fighting!" | "Our last line of defense between the cake and an army of ants is...Candle Bears! Use the flames to melt the ice, fire the cannon, and beat back the boss ant! Don't give up if one candle gets soaked--use the other one or your friend's bear to light it again, and keep fighting!" | Sky Stretch | Yes |
Order[edit]
The speed increases by one semitone at microgame #6 and further increases by another semitone at microgame #10.
Before "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
After first "Speed Up!" (4 in any order) |
After second "Speed Up!" (3 in any order) |
Boss microgame |
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Badger Burrow | Batter Up | De-Stocking | Candle Bear |
Biggest Fan | |||
I Spyglass | Denied! | ||
Pepper Mill | Helping Hands | ||
Rainy Day | Nunchaku Practice | Gold Digger | |
Star Light, Star Bright | Seaweedy | Snowball Fight | |
Take the Plunger | Synchronized Swim | Throw-In | |
Wiper Wave | Well-Done | Who Goes There! |
Description[edit]
"Ciao! I'm Mona! I'm just your typical high schooler from Diamond City. Vacations are all about taking it easy and staring at the waves, right? The Forms Sky Stretch and Knight are perfect for that kinda thing! Come on and take a deep dive with me into the ocean and all its wonderful creatures!" (first description)
Names in other languages[edit]
Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
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Japanese | Ningyo ni aitāi! |
I want to meet a mermaid! | |
Chinese (simplified) | 好想看看人鱼[?] Hǎo Xiǎng Kànkàn Rényú |
I would love to see a mermaid | |
Chinese (traditional) | 好想看看人魚[?] Hǎo Xiǎng Kànkàn Rényú |
I would love to see a mermaid | |
Dutch | Zwemmen met zeemeerminnen[?] | Swimming with mermaids | |
French | À la rencontre des sirènes[?] | Meeting mermaids | |
German | Meer als nur Tauchspaß[?] | From "Mehr als nur Tauchspaß" (More than just diving fun), but with "mehr" (more) replaced with "Meer" (sea) | |
Italian | Voglia di sirenità[?] | Craving for "sirenità", portmanteau of "sirena" (mermaid) and "serenità" (senerity) | |
Korean | 인어를 보고 싶어~![?] In-eoleul Bogo Sip-eo~! |
I want to see a mermaid! | |
Spanish (NOA) | Buscando sirenas[?] | Looking for mermaids | |
Spanish (NOE) | En busca de las sirenas[?] | In search of mermaids |
A Curious Case of Cave Art[edit]
A Curious Case of Cave Art is Dr. Crygor, Penny, and Mike's set of microgames, unlocked when Mermaid Meet and Greet has been beaten. It introduces two new forms: Massage and Big Cheese, as well as the Trust Tether Sign, if this level is played before Caveat Imptor or Sweet Dreams, Sweeter Fruit. The intermission stage consists of Dr. Crygor, Penny, and Mike standing on a stage in front of the Caresawayan, who is making requests to the three. The number of lives is depicted by pencils. One of the creatures from the intro opens its mouth to show the form, and the score is shown on a sign in the back, controlled by one of the dinosaurs, with the view of the screen zooming into Dr. Crygor's visor, which fades into the microgame. If the player wins, the Caresawayan scribbles a number of drawings on his stone tablet as Dr. Crygor, Penny, and Mike strike individual poses, both of the creatures bounce, and the dinosaurs smile. If the player loses, Dr. Crygor, Penny, and Mike fall on the ground, the Caresawayan gets angry, both of the creatures and the dinosaurs become disappointed, and a pencil breaks and snaps. When the boss stage is won, the three link hands in a group pose, while the Caresawayan produces art in a frenzy. When the player loses all of their lives, the Caresawayan leaves, and "Game Over" is displayed. If the player is successful in doing the "Second Chance Stance" to continue on the first playthrough, the Caresawayan comes back.
Name | Image | Description | Form | Glyph (if applicable) | Available in Story Mode? | ||
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1 player | 2 players[note 1] | Player 1 | Player 2[note 1] | ||||
Comedy of Manners | "Lift the hem of your dress when your counterpart does for a proper greeting. A proper lady must also tilt her head forward slightly." | Big Cheese | Yes | ||||
Deep Fryer | "What could be an easier job than frying things in oil? Simply drop the ingredients into the fryer and wait. Once the color matches the guide, pull it back up so it's ready to serve." | Massage | Trust Tether Sign |
Yes | |||
Feeding Time | "Shower some food upon the flying birds. Wait patiently until a bird darts under your hand, and then release the Form Stone." | Massage | Trust Tether Sign |
Yes | |||
Gacha Now | "Capsule toy machines--and they're free to play! What kind of prizes do you think are in there?" | Massage | Yes | ||||
Get the Ball Rolling | "Put some power into your posterior, and push the packed snow! It works best if you lean back a bit at the start for more oomph. I'm eager to see this snowman of yours." | "Put some power into your posterior, and push the packed snow! It works best if you lean back a bit at the start for more oomph. Whoever achieves the larger snowball will see it become the next layer for the snowman. Will that snowball be yours?" | Big Cheese | Yes | |||
Going Swimmingly | "Do you know the crawl stroke? You alternate moving your left and right arms to propel yourself forward. Break the waves, scatter your rivals, and reach the goal!" | Massage | Yes | ||||
Handcar Escape | "Quick, use this handcar to escape the boulder! It's easy: work the lever in tandem with your partner. Stay on rhythm and don't get squished!" | "Quick, use this handcar to escape the boulder! It's easy: work the lever in tandem with your partner. Work out a way to stay on rhythm so you don't get squished!" | Massage | Yes | |||
Hunky-Dory | "Test your brawn by lifting barbells! Bend your elbows to bring your wrists back. Once the barbell is at your chest, raise it straight above your head. Even if you stop midway, don't give up! Reach down deep and take another shot!" | Massage | No | ||||
Light 'Em Up | "Are you the newest crew member? Here, take that mirror and tilt it so that the light hits the monster's face. Excellent. Now hold it there, and we might have ourselves a film!" | Massage | No | ||||
Limbo! | "Beware of low-flying crafts! Bend your body to get out of the way. When the crown drops, stand up so it lands on your head." | Big Cheese | Yes | ||||
Monkeypult | "Drop one of the rocks under your arms to trigger a catapult! Have you figured out which rock will send the monkey toward the banana?" | Big Cheese | Yes | ||||
Needy Needles | "Tilt the cactus this way and that as if it were your own body, piercing everything that comes near you!" | Big Cheese | Yes | ||||
Pancake Flip | "Turn the spatulas to flip the pancake. If you don't turn both at once, it'll fall apart. If your pancakes are pan-breaks, try going slowly and carefully." | Massage | Yes | ||||
Pure Waddle | "Watch the penguins slowly rocking left to right as they waddle along. Match their pace so as not to bump into them. When the seal rushes you from the front, jump!" | Big Cheese | Yes | ||||
Security Risk | "You're not hiding anything in that bulky coat, hmm? You can't bring it through security, so jump in place until it all shakes out." | Big Cheese | Yes | ||||
Shake Out the Kinks | "This laundry is wrinkled. You should shake those wrinkles out before hanging it up. If you hear a snap, you'll know you're doing it right. Ahhh, life's little domesticities..." | Massage | No | ||||
Tools of the Trade | "Pass out the right tool for the job! The witch wants a broom, the cook needs a skillet, the artist requires a brush, and the fencer must have their sword." | Big Cheese | Yes | ||||
True Fluff | "Some of these alpacas could use a little more hair. Raise your pom-poms to warm them up!" | Big Cheese | No | ||||
Wrung Out | "Wring out a soaked rag. If you can't get it all out in one go, simply take another shot at it. Hmm. On closer inspection, this doesn't appear to be a rag." | Massage | Yes | ||||
You've Got Tissues | "Pull every tissue from the box. Hmm. On closer inspection, these don't appear to be tissues." | Massage | Yes | ||||
Boss: Poison Apple | "Bad news! This princess has eaten a poison apple. Tilt your body right and left to get the apple out as soon as possible!" | Big Cheese | Yes |
Order[edit]
The speed increases by one semitone at microgame #6 and further increases by another two semitones at microgame #11.
Before "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
After first "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
After second "Speed Up!" (3 in any order) |
Boss microgame |
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Comedy of Manners | Feeding Time | Going Swimmingly | Poison Apple |
Deep Fryer | |||
Gacha Now | Get the Ball Rolling | ||
Hunky-Dory | Pancake Flip | ||
Needy Needles | Pure Waddle | Handcar Escape | |
Security Risk | Shake Out the Kinks | Light 'Em Up | |
True Fluff | Tools of the Trade | Limbo! | |
You've Got Tissues | Wrung Out | Monkeypult |
Description[edit]
"Greetings! I am Dr. Crygor! As a genius scientist, I was quite intrigued to discover there are ancient ruins here on Caresaway Island. I'm eager to take my granddaughter Penny and my assistant Mike to examine them close-up! Massage and Big Cheese will be useful Forms to try while we're there. Now then, what might these ancient paintings depict?" (first description)
Names in other languages[edit]
Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
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Japanese | Hekiga no Nazo o Tsukitomero! |
Solve the fresco mystery! | |
Chinese (simplified) | 查明壁画之谜[?] Chámíng Bìhuà Zhīmí |
Solving the fresco mystery | |
Chinese (traditional) | 查明壁畫之謎[?] Chámíng Bìhuà Zhīmí |
Solving the fresco mystery | |
Dutch | Tijdloze grotschilderingen[?] | Timeless cave paintings | |
French | Anachronie rupestre[?] | Cave anachronism | |
German | Die Uhrzeit? Uhrzeit![?] | The time? Time! | |
Italian | Arte rupestre del futuro[?] | Cave art of the future | |
Korean | 벽화의 비밀을 밝혀라![?] Byeoghwaui Bimil-eul Balghyeola! |
Solve the fresco mystery! | |
Spanish (NOA) | Arte rupestre[?] | Cave art | |
Spanish (NOE) | Viaje al pasado[?] | Journey to the past |
Caveat Imptor[edit]
Caveat Imptor is Ashley and Red's set of microgames, unlocked when Mermaid Meet and Greet has been beaten. It introduces two new forms: Tug-of-War and Scales, as well as the Trust Tether Sign, if this level is played before A Curious Case of Cave Art or Sweet Dreams, Sweeter Fruit. The intermission stage consists of Ashley feeding a shrunken Red some red berries, and dancing unbloomed tulips. The score indicator is a worm on a leaf. The number of lives are represented by potion vials. A tulip spits out a seed revealing the form. If the player wins, Red eats the berry happily, and tulips bloom and dance. If the player loses, Red still eats it, but gets sick from the discolored berry and turns blue, and a potion vial pops open to heal him; if a tag-in is triggered, Red does not turn blue. During a Speed-Up, Ashley fills her basket with more red berries. When the player encounters the boss, Ashley feeds Red the rest of the berries in her basket at the same time. When the boss is defeated, Red becomes full, and tulips bloom and sway. When the player loses all their lives, Red faints with birds circling his head and a "Game Over" appears. If the player succeeds in doing the "Second Chance Stance" to continue on the first playthrough, Red is revived.
The name of the stage comes from a Latin phrase that means "May (the) buyer beware." (Caveāt ēmptōr.)
Name | Image | Description | Form | Glyph (if applicable) | Available in Story Mode? | ||
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1 player | 2 players[note 1] | Player 1 | Player 2[note 1] | ||||
Broom Ride | "We're flying on broomsticks tonight. Steer the broom so you don't crash." | Tug-of-War | Yes | ||||
Caught in the Act | "Can you catch a falling egg gently? Or will you get egg on your face?" | Scales | No | ||||
Chop to It | "You know how to swing an axe, right? Chop away, steady and level. Watch out for weird angles--the blade can get stuck." | Tug-of-War | Yes | ||||
Crossing Guard | "Only humans allowed beyond this point! Use your arms to block any animals from entering. Humans that look like animals are allowed." | Scales | Yes | ||||
Dress for Success | "You ever have a hard time choosing an outfit? Let the weather outside be your guide!" | Scales | Yes | ||||
Gas Guzzler | "Fill 'er up, but try to pull the nozzle before the tank overflows. Fuel isn't cheap!" | Tug-of-War | No | ||||
Harvest Man | "Hug the item with both arms, and RIP it out of the ground!" | Scales | Yes | ||||
Hour Hands | "Make like a clock and... I guess that's it. Make like a clock. And match the other clock. If you can't rotate your arms that far, try using your elbows." | Scales | Yes | ||||
Last Line of Defense | "Catch the meteors before they destroy the city!" | Tug-of-War | Yes | ||||
Lock Hands | "There's the bell! Watch your opponent closely, and match your hand positions to theirs for a good wrestling grapple. And the crowd goes wild!" | Scales | Yes | ||||
Panel Expert | "Looks like you're low on juice. Tilt the solar panels on the satellite to soak up as much light as possible!" | Scales | Yes | ||||
Party Foul | "Point the party popper at the birthday star, and pull the string. Wait--whose birthday is it again?" | Tug-of-War | Yes | ||||
Presents of Mine | "Oh, it's that holiday when someone drops gifts down your chimney! That's your job now. Drop the Form Stones to deliver the gifts to the right house." | "Oh, it's that holiday when someone drops gifts down your chimney! That's your job now. Drop the Form Stones to deliver the gifts to the right house. Let your copilot steer the reindeer to control the sled." | Scales | Choo Choo | Trust Tether Sign |
No | |
Spear Me | "There's no time to explain, but you're a cyborg who needs to poke some robotic monsters with a stick. Aim for the green parts...and good luck." | Tug-of-War | No | ||||
Squeaky-Clean | "Ugh, that dirty floor is disgusting. Use some elbow grease and scrub it up!" | "Ugh, that dirty floor is disgusting. Use some elbow grease and scrub it up! Maybe some water too." | Tug-of-War | Yes | |||
Take a Stab | "It's time to put on a show! Match the angle and thrust forward. It's not like it's magic." | Tug-of-War | Yes | ||||
This Side Up | "Just rotate the picture frame until it looks right. Pay attention to the design on the wall!" | Scales | Yes | ||||
Thorny Path | "Rotate your Form Stones to rotate the bridge...so the barefoot pedestrian can cross safely!" | Tug-of-War | Yes | ||||
Tilt the Scale | "Can you tell which side is heavier? Let gravity do its job, and lower the heavier side down." | Scales | Yes | ||||
Watering Can-Do | "Won't somebody water the wilted flowers? Oh, it's you! You're somebody. Tilt the can down to water." | Tug-of-War | Yes | ||||
Boss: Flight of Icarus | "Flap your wings to fly through the course to victory! Try different movements to soar, swoop, and flap past obstacles and enemies on your way." | Scales | Yes |
Order[edit]
The speed increases by one semitone at microgame #6 and further increases by another two semitones at microgame #11.
Before "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
After first "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
After second "Speed Up!" (3 in any order) |
Boss microgame |
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Broom Ride | Crossing Guard | Caught in the Act | Flight of Icarus |
Chop to It | |||
Dress for Success | |||
Harvest Man | Gas Guzzler | ||
Hour Hands | Panel Expert | ||
Last Line of Defense | Party Foul | ||
Presents of Mine | This Side Up | Lock Hands | |
Spear Me | Thorny Path | Squeaky-Clean | |
Tilt the Scale | Watering Can-Do | Take a Stab |
Description[edit]
"It's Ashley. I never wanted to come to this island, but my familiar, Red, won't shut up about it. It's really getting on my nerves... Come with me to check out the Forms Tug-of-War and Scales. I'm not a fan of the sun, but this beach isn't too bad." (first description)
Names in other languages[edit]
Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Japanese | アヤシイ Ayashii Kajitsu ni Goyōjin |
Beware of suspicious berries | |
Chinese (simplified) | 小心可疑的果实[?] Xiǎoxīn Kěyí De Guǒshí |
Beware of suspicious fruits | |
Chinese (traditional) | 小心可疑的果實[?] Xiǎoxīn Kěyí De Guǒshí |
Beware of suspicious fruits | |
Dutch | Een hapje kleiner[?] | One bite smaller | |
French | Attention aux baies[?] | Beware of the berries | |
German | Ein Häppchen in Beeren[?] | A small bite in berries | |
Italian | Perbacca![?] | Portmanteau of "perbacco!" (gosh!) and "bacca" (berry) | |
Korean | 수상한 과일을 조심해[?] Susanghan Gwail-eul Josimhae |
Beware of suspicious fruits | |
Spanish (NOA) | Frutas sospechosas[?] | Suspicious fruits | |
Spanish (NOE) | Frutas peligrosas[?] | Dangerous fruits |
Sweet Dreams, Sweeter Fruit[edit]
Sweet Dreams, Sweeter Fruit is Orbulon's set of microgames, unlocked when Mermaid Meet and Greet has been beaten. It introduces three new forms: Lifter, Gift Giver, and Ba-KAW, as well as the Trust Tether Sign, if this level is played before A Curious Case of Cave Art or Caveat Imptor. The intermission stage consists of tiny Orbulons mining into neurons within Orbulon's mindscape in order to recover memories. The background, when not covered in purple fog, features various elements of Orbulon's stages from past WarioWare games such as a rocket ship from WarioWare: D.I.Y. and a pyramid and golden moai from WarioWare: Get It Together!. The number of lives is represented by pickaxes. The score indicator is on a smaller neuron in the corner. If the player wins, shiny liquid erupts the neuron as the Orbulons celebrate, and the fog in the background clears up before transitioning to the next neuron. If the player loses, smoke comes out instead, the Orbulons fight with each other, and a pickaxe detaches from its handle before transitioning; if a tag-in is triggered, there is no smoke or transition and the Orbulons pick back up their pickaxes. During a speed up, Alien Bunnies can be seen flying across. When the player encounters the boss, the Orbulons begin mining into a neuron with an orange nucleus. If the boss is defeated, the Oinker comes out of the neuron with the liquid (only in Story Mode). When the player loses all their lives, fog fully covers the screen. If the player succeeds in doing the "Second Chance Stance" to continue on the first playthrough, the fog dissipates and the Orbulons continue to mine.
Name | Image | Description | Form | Glyph (if applicable) | Available in Story Mode? | ||
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1 player | 2 players[note 1] | Player 1 | Player 2[note 1] | ||||
Bangs for Nothing | "Your hair is a mess. Slick those bangs back and make yourself presentable!" | Lifter | Yes | ||||
Catch and Release | "How'd those people get stuck in your armpits? Let them go already! Just don't drop them into worse trouble." | Lifter | Yes | ||||
Cormorant Catch | "Harpoon the fish in the water with your beak! Wait for the boat to get in position, and dive at the right moment." | "Harpoon the fish in the water with your beak! Whoever's paddling the boat should get into position right above your prey." | Ba-KAW | Knight | Yes | ||
Fair-Weather Friend | "A good weather vane knows which way the wind's blowing. Guess the direction of the wind, and turn towards it!" | Ba-KAW | Yes | ||||
Feeling Peckish | "It's the devouring hour! Lance bugs with your beak to snap them up. Don't forget about the ones crawling below the surface!" | "Lance bugs with your beak for a hearty meal. Work with your partner across from you so that no squiggling morsel escapes. Don't forget about the onces squirming under the surface!" | Ba-KAW | Yes | |||
Handful of Sugar | "How much sugar do we have? Let's find out. Tilt your hand just enough to put the needle into the yellow zone. Too much sugar spoils the recipe!" | Gift Giver | Yes | ||||
Hold It Together | "Never let them see you cry. Face upward so not a single tear escapes, and then give 'em a big, dry-eyed smile! If the hat becomes a problem, lean back and forth to keep it in place." | Ba-KAW | Yes | ||||
Hungry Boy | "Use your arms as gates so that food can pass. Don't let anything through that isn't food!" | Lifter | Yes | ||||
Lowball Glass | "It's a classy feeling to swirl a glass and watch the ice melt inside. Though however you serve it, ice water is ice water..." | Gift Giver | Yes | ||||
Mountain Man | "Today I'm an old mountain man. The kind of guy who swings his arms wide back and forth, stomping a path step by step." | Ba-KAW | Yes | ||||
Pull-Up | "Ready for some pull-ups? First, reach up to the bar, then just pull your whole body toward it. Easy, right?" | Lifter | Yes | ||||
Speed Bag | "Whale on that speed bag! Predict the bag's movements before you strike." | Lifter | No | ||||
Shoo, Fly | ""Udderly awful! These flies on my rear won't get mooving!" Shake your tail to swat the flies! Swing the Form Stone as if a tail is growing from the tip." | Ba-KAW | No | ||||
Sleight of Hand | ""Step right up and feast your eyes! Witness as I take this mere weed and turn it into a lovely bouquet!" While nobody's watching, swap the position of your hands to amaze the crowd!" | Ba-KAW | No | ||||
Teeter Trays | "These plates are piled a bit TOO high! Tilt your palms right and left to keep the stacks level." | Gift Giver | Yes | ||||
The Stalwart Shield | "Move your universal deflector to knock back the enemy fire! When an attack comes from above, raise your arms to meet it." | Lifter | Yes | ||||
Toy Handout | "Take parts from the conveyor belt, and pass them to the kids in need. If something seems useless, let it pass on by." | Gift Giver | No | ||||
Trick or Treat | "Trick or treat! No garbage, please. Only candy." | Gift Giver | Yes | ||||
Unchained | "The bad guys have got you in chains! But never fear. Just stretch your arms to the sides, and your heroic spirit will burst those fetters!" | Lifter | Yes | ||||
Witch's Brew | "Potions take precise brewing. Drop the ingredient the witch shows you into the cauldron. (Was there no better way than this?)" | Gift Giver | Trust Tether Sign |
Yes | |||
Boss: Muscle Road | "You get two cards, and only one of them is right. Figure out which it is through rigorously honed observation and decision-making skills." | "You get four cards, and only one of them is right. Figure out which it is through rigorously honed observation and decision-making skills." | Lifter | Yes |
Order[edit]
The speed increases by one semitone at microgame #6 and further increases by another two semitones at microgame #11.
Before "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
After first "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
After second "Speed Up!" (3 in any order) |
Boss microgame |
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Fair-Weather Friend | Bangs for Nothing | Catch and Release | Muscle Road |
Hold It Together | |||
Lowball Glass | Feeling Peckish | ||
Pull-Up | Handful of Sugar | ||
Speed Bag | Hungry Boy | Cormorant Catch | |
Sleight of Hand | Mountain Man | Teeter Trays | |
The Stalwart Shield | Shoo, Fly | Toy Handout | |
Witch's Brew | Trick or Treat | Unchained |
Description[edit]
"Orbulon is me! My invasion of Earth is paused while I marinate in tropical delightments. Forms of mine are Lifter, Gift Giver, and Ba-KAW! What is that sweetness I'm inhaling? Could it be...fff...froot?" (first description)
Names in other languages[edit]
Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
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Japanese | Kioku no Kanata e |
Beyond the memory | |
Chinese (simplified) | 前彺记忆的彼端[?] Qián Wáng Jìyì De Bǐ Duān |
The other side of former memories | |
Chinese (traditional) | 前彺記憶的彼端[?] Qián Wáng Jìyì De Bǐ Duān |
The other side of former memories | |
Dutch | Fruit eten en vergeten[?] | Eating fruit and forgetting | |
French | Les fruits de l'oubli[?] | The fruits of oblivion | |
German | Amnesie mit Vorzügen[?] | Amnesia with benefits | |
Italian | Dolci frutti dell'oblio[?] | Sweet fruits of oblivion | |
Korean | 기억의 저편으로[?] Gieog-ui Jeopyeon-eulo |
Beyond the memory | |
Spanish (NOA) | Dulce fruta, dulce recuerdo[?] | Sweet fruit, sweet memory | |
Spanish (NOE) | Dulce fruta, dulces sueños[?] | Sweet fruit, sweet dreams |
Not-So-Relaxing Rapids[edit]
Not-So-Relaxing Rapids is the first remix stage, unlocked when A Curious Case of Cave Art, Caveat Imptor, and Sweet Dreams, Sweeter Fruit have been beaten. Every microgame from the first half except for the Intro games are mixed together starting on Level 2. The intermission stage consists of a tour bus carrying Mona, Lulu, Dr. Crygor, Penny, Mike, Ashley, Red, and Orbulon through an off-road trail. The score is displayed on a flag on the bus. The number of lives are represented by wheels. A rock falling out of a nearby cliff shows the form. The bus enters a tunnel revealing a microgame. If the player wins, birds fly across and the passengers celebrate. If the player loses, the bus passes through an area covered in warning signs and jagged rocks, popping one of the tires, as the passengers recoil; if a tag-in is triggered, the passengers do not react. During the Speed-Up, the bus drives across a river. When the player encounters the boss, the tunnel has vegetation above. When the player loses all their lives, the bus breaks down, and the area rains. If the player succeeds in doing the "Second Chance Stance" to continue on the first playthrough, the area stops raining while the bus restarts and the exploration continues. The speed increases by one semitone at microgame #7 and further increases by another two semitones at microgame #12. The boss microgames are always on Level 3 and cycle between Muscle Road, Poison Apple, Flight of Icarus, and Candle Bear.
Description[edit]
"I'm Lulu, the hero of Luxeville! Check out the floating cottage where we're all staying! It's pretty awesome! Plus, we've got all the microgames from Mona, Dr. Crygor, Ashley, and Orbulon's stages mixed together here. Come on! It'll be so fun!" (first description)
Names in other languages[edit]
Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
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Japanese | ドキドキ Dokidoki Kyūryū Suberi |
Heart-pounding rapids sliding | |
Chinese (simplified) | 紧张刺激的急流之旅[?] Jǐnzhāng Cìjī De Jíliú Zhī Lǚ |
Thrilling trip down rapids | |
Chinese (traditional) | 緊張刺激的急流之旅[?] Jǐnzhāng Cìjī De Jíliú Zhī Lǚ |
Thrilling trip down rapids | |
Dutch | Wildwaterbungalow[?] | Whitewater bungalow | |
French | Excursion express[?] | Express excursion | |
German | Hausbootfahrt mal anders[?] | A different kind of houseboat ride | |
Italian | Turismo precipitoso[?] | Precipitous tourism | |
Korean | 두근두근 급류 슬라이딩[?] Dugeundugeun Geublyu Seullaiding |
Heart-pounding rapids sliding | |
Spanish (NOA) | Rápidos antirrelajantes[?] | Anti-relaxing rapids | |
Spanish (NOE) | Rápidos moviditos[?] | Turbulent rapids |
The Grand Parfait Adventure[edit]
The Grand Parfait Adventure is Kat and Ana's set of microgames, unlocked when Not-So-Relaxing Rapids has been beaten. It introduces three new forms: At Attention, Fashionista, and Hand Model. The intermission stage consists of Kat and Ana hopping on leaves to reach a carnivorous plant. The score is displayed on a shuriken and the digits are made of origami. The number of lives is represented by katanas. A scroll is unrolled to reveal a form and the duo reaches the head to reveal a microgame. If the player wins, Kat and Ana slay the plant. If the player loses, the plant eats Kat and Ana before spitting them towards the next plant, and a katana drops; if a tag-in is triggered, the plant drops them back down to its own leaves. During a speed-up, Kat and Ana each throw a shuriken at each of the plant's tentacles. When the player encounters the boss, Kat and Ana encounter Cractus. When the player loses all their lives, Kat and Ana become dizzy and a "Game Over" appears. If the player succeeds in doing the "Second Chance Stance" to continue on the first playthrough, Kat and Ana regain consciousness and the battle continues.
Name | Image | Description | Form | Glyph (if applicable) | Available in Story Mode? | ||
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1 player | 2 players[note 1] | Player 1 | Player 2[note 1] | ||||
A Swing at Love | ""Today I see my beloved for the first time in five years...but I'm afraid to take the plunge. Ohhh, what to do?" Release the Form Stone to help reunite the couple!" | Hand Model | Trust Tether Sign |
Yes | |||
Bomb Disposal | "It's gonna blow! Hurry and pass the explosive to the bomb-disposal expert. Take the bomb and pass it through your legs, just like everyone else is doing." | At Attention | Yes | ||||
Cake Flower | "Observe the spinning cake closely. How well do you remember what you saw? Answer the questions by holding up the right number of fingers!" | "The player using Sky Stretch needs to rotate so the player using Hand Model can observe everything about the cake. How well do you remember what you saw? Answer the questions by holding up the right number of fingers!" | Hand Model | Sky Stretch | Yes | ||
Cowboy Up | "Lasso those varmints! Once you've got a steady circular motion going, quickly swing your arm down to let the lasso fly." | Fashionista | Yes | ||||
Curling Champ | "Swing your arm before you reach the yellow line to slide the stone. The stone will go in the direction you swing your arm. If you go over the line without doing anything, you're out." | At Attention | No | ||||
Deep Focus | "What's this in your palm? Take a closer look with a magnifying glass. Move your hand closer to the Gesture Window of the Form Stone to fine-tune your focus." | Hand Model | No | ||||
Feeling Crumby | "As a shrimp, your job is to get cooked. Roll yourself in bread crumbs so you can be properly fried. Pay attention to which way to roll for maximum crumbage." | At Attention | Yes | ||||
Glove Bite | "Use your free hand to catch what your friend throws! Close your hand once the pitch reaches the glove." | Hand Model | Yes | ||||
Great Cleave | "Stand back, Princess--your knight is here! Use your broadsword to slice the monsters ambushing you from the trees. It's a heavy sword, so you might not get a second chance if you miss the first swing." | Fashionista | Yes | ||||
Magical Form, Go! | "Swing the wands in your hands to transform! Uhhh, was this how the pose went? The more exaggerated your motions, the smoother your transformation will go." | Fashionista | No | ||||
Obedience School | "Show off your paw trick! Raise your paw to match whichever hand is offered. If you're told to "swap," then quickly switch paws. Try not to raise your paw before your master though. He mustn't catch on." | At Attention | Yes | ||||
Put a Lid on It | "If someone doesn't do something, they'll all fall out! Use your palm as a stopper to trap exactly the right number." | Hand Model | Yes | ||||
Rocky Road | "Your task at the excavation site is to carry the fragile artifacts carefully without dropping them. The potholes and stones in the road might make that difficult." | At Attention | Yes | ||||
Safe Snacker | "The key to this safe is your free hand. Stick up your fingers to match what's on the memo, and presto! It's open!" | Hand Model | Yes | ||||
Screwed Tight | "Use your left hand to twist the screwdriver so you can tighten--or loosen--the screws. (Sorry, righties, you'll need to use your left hand here either way.)" | Hand Model | Yes | ||||
Shell Shine | "The shell on your back isn't looking so good. But it should polish up nice if you rub it a bit with a towel." | Fashionista | Yes | ||||
Snake Smack | "Looks like this door opens if you hit the snakes, although you don't want to touch those scorpions. This could be tricky..." | Fashionista | Yes | ||||
Taxi! Taxi! | "When you see a passing taxi, raise your hand to flag it down. The taxi is a yellow sedan, by the way. I know it can get a little confusing." | At Attention | Yes | ||||
The Cat's Meow | "Now where did that cat go? Prick up your ears, and home in on its meowing! Just ignore the dog though." | Fashionista | Yes | ||||
Wriggle Out | "Uh-oh! The bad guys have tied you up, and you're not in hero form. You'll just have to wriggle left and right until the ropes loosen!" | At Attention | Yes | ||||
Boss: Uniform Distribution | "The team is psyched for the big game! But where's the rest of their uniforms? Better fix this before the opening whistle! Give your team the missing gear they need to hit the field." | At Attention | Yes |
Order[edit]
The speed increases by two semitones at microgame #6 and further increases by another semitone at microgame #10.
Before "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
After first "Speed Up!" (4 in any order) |
After second "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
Boss microgame |
---|---|---|---|
A Swing at Love | Bomb Disposal | Cake Flower | Uniform Distribution |
Deep Focus | Curling Champ | ||
Rocky Road | Cowboy Up | Feeling Crumby | |
Safe Snacker | Glove Bite | Great Cleave | |
Shell Shine | Magical Form, Go! | Put a Lid on It | |
Snake Smack | Obedience School | Taxi! Taxi! | |
Wriggle Out | Screwed Tight | The Cat's Meow |
Description[edit]
"Hi, I'm Kat! It's so, so, SO exciting to visit a tropical island! My little sister, Ana, and I are gonna see all the sights! We just got a map of the island, and look! There's an ice-cream shop! I wonder if they make parfaits... The Forms we've been practicing are At Attention, Fashionista, and Hand Model." (first description)
Names in other languages[edit]
Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Japanese | Meibutsu Pafe no Bōken |
The local specialty parfait adventure | |
Chinese (simplified) | 名产芭菲大冒险[?] Míngchǎn Bāfēi Dà Màoxiǎn |
The big local specialty parfait adventure | |
Chinese (traditional) | 名產芭菲大冒險[?] Míngchǎn Bāfēi Dà Màoxiǎn |
The big local specialty parfait adventure | |
Dutch | Het grote ijscoupe-avontuur[?] | The big ice cream coupe adventure | |
French | La coupe légendaire[?] | The legendary ice cream coupe | |
German | Kommando Kartenklau[?] | Map theft commando | |
Italian | La coppa legendaria[?] | The legendary ice cream coupe | |
Korean | 명물 파르페를 찾아서[?] Myeongmul Paleupeleul Chaj-aseo |
Searching for the local specialty parfait | |
Spanish (NOA) | La copa legendaria[?] | The legendary ice cream coupe | |
Spanish (NOE) | Y de postre, una aventura[?] | And for dessert, an adventure |
Battle on Flashfreeze Cape![edit]
Battle on Flashfreeze Cape! is Young Cricket and Master Mantis' set of microgames, unlocked when Not-So-Relaxing Rapids has been beaten. It introduces two new forms: Crocodile and Squat. The intermission stage consists of Young Cricket fighting off warrior penguin warriors on a snowy Flashfreeze Cape with the stage itself resembling a fighting game and Master Mantis watching from behind. The number of lives is represented by a health bar. Master Mantis holds up a sign showing the form. The score is determined by a round number appearing on screen before displaying itself on the top-right corner. A penguin warrior appears to reveal a microgame. If the player wins, Young Cricket knocks the penguin warrior off the cliff. If the player loses, the penguin warrior pushes Young Cricket before jumping away, and one unit of health is depleted; if a tag-in is triggered, the penguin warrior stays put. During the Speed-Up, penguins fly across the screen. When the player encounters the boss, the head warrior appears and both it and Young Cricket erupt in flames. When the boss is defeated, the head warrior kneels down in Story Mode, and gets kicked off the cliff afterwards. When the player loses all their lives, the penguin warrior knocks Young Cricket off the cliff. If the player succeeds in doing the "Second Chance Stance" to continue on the first playthrough, Young Cricket jumps back onto the cliff. This is the only intermission stage that uses one chain during a Tag-In Challenge for a life icon as opposed to two chains forming an "X".
Name | Image | Description | Form | Glyph (if applicable) | Available in Story Mode? | ||
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1 player | 2 players[note 1] | Player 1 | Player 2[note 1] | ||||
Buttograph | "Use your rear to draw a mark in the air! If you're having trouble, try exaggerating the movements to an absurd degree. See? Even the sun is in awe of your callipgyraphy!" | Squat | Yes | ||||
Catching Hands | "Here comes the pitch! Raise your glove for high balls, and lower it for grounders." | Squat | Yes | ||||
Dinner Is Served | "Order up! Face the customer who ordered the meal you hold, and lift the lid. Simple, right?" | Crocodile | Yes | ||||
Having a Ball | "What's in the ball? Listen to the sound it makes when you shake it, and see if you can guess!" | Crocodile | No | ||||
Hop for Home | "Hop, hop! This frog wants to hop on home. Send him bouncing safely back to his flower." | Squat | Yes | ||||
Lather Round | "Rub your hands together and lather up! But don't leave any suds behind when you rinse off. To be really thorough, check the backs of your hands!" | Crocodile | Yes | ||||
More or Less | "Pop quiz: Are the two numbers the same? Or is one of them larger? Use your arms--and your judgment--to mimic the correct sign." | Crocodile | Yes | ||||
Open Wide | "Put yourselves in the shoes of a ravenous hippo. When the food enters your mouth, catch it in your jaws and swallow. The sweetest fruits are reserved for the widest yawns." | "Put yourselves in the shoes of a ravenous hippo. When the food enters your mouth, catch it in your jaws and swallow. The sweetest fruits are reserved for the widest yawns. If you're the attendant, wait until the hippo's mouth is open before tossing food in." | Crocodile | Tug-of-War | Yes | ||
Power Struggle | "Battle of the beams! Direct the beam coming from your hands, and put a stop to this evildoer's attack!" | Crocodile | Yes | ||||
Press the Advantage | "Catch the falling blossoms between the pages of your book, and you'll get some nice pressed flowers." | Crocodile | Yes | ||||
Scroll with It | "Hey, what's this scroll about? Pull it open so that I can see the whole thing." | Crocodile | Yes | ||||
Shear Madness | "Feel the phantom clippers in your hands as you trim the garden trees. To face the other way, turn the "clippers" over." | Crocodile | Yes | ||||
Shock Jockey | "This test is simple but...well, not deadly. Just painful. Move your hands so you don't touch the electrified walls, making careful motions with outstretched arms. Panic will lead to disaster." | Crocodile | Yes | ||||
Stamp Rally | "When I stomp, the whole earth feels it. Use the quakes to topple the block tower!" | Squat | Yes | ||||
Suit Up | "Clothes make the...whatever. When putting on a mascot suit, raise your arms last to get it over your head." | Squat | Yes | ||||
Sumo Says | "Today, we're learning a basic sumo stomp. Watch how the veterans move their legs, and match what they do. But don't get ahead of them--that's just rude." | "Today, we're learning a basic sumo stomp. Watch how the veteran moves his legs, and match what he does. But don't get ahead of him--that's just rude." | Squat | Yes | |||
Tap Routine | "Feel like some tandem tap dancing? Use your right and left feet to tap out the same rhythm as me. Strike the floor with your heel just right to get that nice clicking sound." | Squat | No | ||||
The Big Moment | "Open the box with the ring in front of your girlfriend, and propose! But these three boxes all look alike... Which one has the ring?!" | Crocodile | No | ||||
Thigh Fishing | "Go thigh fishing! When the fish jumps between your legs, close them together to catch it. For best results, think about turning your toes inward when you close your legs." | "Go thigh fishing! When the fish jumps between your legs, close them together to catch it. For best results, think about turning your toes inward when you close your legs. But if the two of you don't time your movements together, the fish will slip through!" | Squat | Yes | |||
Water Hazards | "Isn't waterskiing fun? Wait...something's in the water! Raise your legs to avoid the hazards, and if that doesn't work, jump!" | Squat | Yes | ||||
Boss: Cut of the Profit | "Ever piloted a gold-mining drone? You're about to! Use the robot's cutting arms to dig out all the gold. But don't touch the red zones, or you'll get zapped! You only have a limited amount of time before the gas down there causes the drone to explode, so don't waste a second." | Crocodile | Yes |
Order[edit]
The speed increases by two semitones at microgame #6 and further increases by another semitone at microgame #10.
Before "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
After first "Speed Up!" (4 in any order) |
After second "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
Boss microgame |
---|---|---|---|
Buttograph | Catching Hands | Having a Ball | Cut of the Profit |
Hop for Home | More or Less | ||
Lather Round | Dinner Is Served | Press the Advantage | |
Open Wide | Power Struggle | Shear Madness | |
Scroll with It | Shock Jockey | Stamp Rally | |
Sumo Says | Tap Routine | Suit Up | |
The Big Moment | Thigh Fishing | Water Hazards |
Description[edit]
"Wa-chaaa! Call me Cricket. Even in the sweltering tropics, I train under Master Mantis. He teaches Forms such as Crocodile and Squat. That's odd... It's feeling awfully cold for an island paradise..." (first description)
Names in other languages[edit]
Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Japanese | Taiketsu! Samunaru misaki |
Showdown! Flashfreeze Cape | |
Chinese (simplified) | 对决! 次古海角[?] Duìjué! Cì Gǔhǎi Jiǎo |
Showdown! Flashfreeze Cape | |
Chinese (traditional) | 對決! 次古海角[?] Duìjué! Cì Gǔhǎi Jiǎo |
Showdown! Flashfreeze Cape | |
Dutch | Knokken op Kaap Kleum[?] | Fight in Flashfreeze Cape | |
French (NOA) | Combat au cap Savakayé![?] | Fight in Flashfreeze Cape! | |
French (NOE) | Combat au cap Savakayé ![?] | Fight in Flashfreeze Cape! | |
German | Eiskalter Einstand![?] | Ice-cold debut! | |
Italian | Duello a Capo Machefredd[?] | Duel in Flashfreeze Cape | |
Korean | 대결! 바들바들곶[?] Daegyeol! BadeulBadeul Goj |
Showdown! Flashfreeze Cape | |
Spanish (NOA) | La batalla de Cabo Frío Repentino[?] | The battle of Flashfreeze Cape | |
Spanish (NOE) | La batalla de Cabo Carrasperal[?] | The battle of Flashfreeze Cape |
Surfin' Surprise[edit]
Surfin' Surprise is Jimmy T's set of microgames, unlocked when Not-So-Relaxing Rapids has been beaten. It introduces three new forms: Archer, Lovestruck, and Pounce. The intermission stage consists of Jimmy T surfing on a shark. The number of lives is represented by surfboards. A dolphin carries a sign showing the form. As Jimmy encounters a wave, a microgame is revealed. If the player wins, Jimmy and the shark jump over the wave. If the player loses, the wave overtakes Jimmy as he slips off, and a surfboard breaks and snaps; if a tag-in is triggered, Jimmy does not slip off. During a Speed-Up, dolphins and clownfish are seen swimming along. When the player encounters the boss, Jimmy encounters a larger wave containing clownfish and starfish. When the player loses all their lives, Jimmy lets go of the shark. If the player succeeds in doing the "Second Chance Stance" to continue on the first playthrough, the shark returns and Jimmy continues to surf on its back.
Name | Image | Description | Form | Glyph (if applicable) | Available in Story Mode? | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 player | 2 players[note 1] | Player 1 | Player 2[note 1] | ||||
Ballroom Dancing | "Raise your arms, watch your posture, and...lower your arms! Now pivot left! Now back! Dip! Watch the dance instructor, and match their moves and the music to win." | Archer | Yes | ||||
Bed or Breakfast | "Tilt your Form Stones appropriately to roll the people into their beds and the vegetables onto the plate. You wouldn't want vegetables in beds or people on plates, would you?!" | Pounce | Yes | ||||
Blowing Kisses | "Blow a kiss to the frog to turn it into a prince! You have unlimited kisses, but try not to hit a rat. You really don't want to kiss a rat." | Lovestruck | Yes | ||||
Chow Down | "Use the Form Stones to work your jaw and munch up all the delicious food." | Lovestruck | Yes | ||||
Cutout Cutups | "Time for a photo op! Look for the cutout that matches the shape of your head, and line it up." | Lovestruck | Yes | ||||
Don't Get Spotted | "Help the ladybugs blend in and hide against the pattern! Rotate them to match dots, and flip them over if necessary." | Pounce | No | ||||
Easy Breezy | "You're a big fan of cooling people off. Aim for the ones who are overheating!" | Lovestruck | Yes | ||||
Escape Artist | "Can you save the mouse? When the cat isn't looking, lift the left or right Form Stone to release it! If the cat keeps staring, maybe there's another item that can get its attention..." | Pounce | Yes | ||||
Falconer | "Catch the bird on your hand! Try to predict where it will perch...and watch out for bird poop!" | Archer | Yes | ||||
Finishing Blow | "As a cat, you have one paw punch to defeat your enemy. Watch closely, and then deliver full feline force at just the right moment!" | Archer | Yes | ||||
Memory Match | "Remember which card is which, and then flip the one that matches. Forgot the order? You could try peeking..." | Pounce | Yes | ||||
Oscilloscope | "Use the oscilloscope to match the wave frequency! It sounds complicated, but you can just turn the left dial to change the height of the wave and the right to change the width." | Pounce | Yes | ||||
Reel It In | "Reel the line in with one hand until you hook something, and then yank back with the other hand to haul in your catch. Hope it's a fish!" | Archer | Yes | ||||
Selfie Slick | "Adjust the angle of your selfie stick to fit everyone in the picture. Even if they're giving you bunny ears." | Archer | No | ||||
Service with a Smile | "Toss the ball with one hand and use your other to perform a powerful tennis serve. Hit it where your opponent isn't to win!" | Archer | Yes | ||||
Sink the Shot | "Line up your aim, and then punch forward to take a shot! Sink any ball you want... except the white one." | Archer | Yes | ||||
Sound Decision | "This place sure is noisy. Cover the ear that's exposed to the din, but open up for pleasant greetings!" | Lovestruck | No | ||||
Spirit Sense | "Is there a friendly ghost in the bathroom with you? Look around and find it! Some ghosts move, so listen carefully for their voices..." | Lovestruck | Yes | ||||
When Our Eyes Meet | "Tilt your head from left to right to maintain eye contact with your crush. Hopefully the feeling is mutual!" | Lovestruck | Yes | ||||
You Dropped This? | "You dropped something in the water, but you've got one chance to rescue it. Lift the left or right Form Stone to grab the correct item!" | Pounce | Yes | ||||
Boss: Griddlebot | "Operate the fancy robotic arm to cook the food! You can pick up ingredients and flip them over, but be mindful of the arm's energy. You'll need to recharge it every so often. The customers are hungry, so get to cooking!" | Pounce | Yes |
Order[edit]
The speed increases by two semitones at microgame #6 and further increases by another semitone at microgame #10.
Before "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
After first "Speed Up!" (4 in any order) |
After second "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
Boss microgame |
---|---|---|---|
Don't Get Spotted | Ballroom Dancing | Blowing Kisses | Griddlebot |
Easy Breezy | Chow Down | ||
Memory Match | Bed or Breakfast | Escape Artist | |
Service with a Smile | Cutout Cutups | Finishing Blow | |
Sink the Shot | Falconer | Oscilloscope | |
When Our Eyes Meet | Sound Decision | Reel It In | |
You Dropped This? | Spirit Sense | Selfie Slick |
Description[edit]
"The name's Jimmy, baby! And the ocean here is our dance floor. Y'hear the beat laid down by the crashing waves? It's a groove. I got the Archer, Lovestruck, and Pounce Forms, man. If you're digging the vibe, press play already!" (first description)
Names in other languages[edit]
Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Japanese | デンジャラス★サーフィン[?] Denjarasu ★ Sāfin |
Dangerous ★ Surfing | |
Chinese (simplified) | 危险★冲浪[?] Wéixiǎn ★ Chōnglàng |
Dangerous ★ Surfing | |
Chinese (traditional) | 危險★衝浪[?] Wéixiǎn ★ Chōnglàng |
Dangerous ★ Surfing | |
Dutch | Disco-surfer[?] | - | |
French | Planche surprise[?] | Suprise board | |
German | Surfen mit Hai-Speed![?] | Surfing with shark-speed!; portmanteau of "Hai" (shark) and "high-speed" | |
Italian | Surfpresa[?] | Portmanteau of "surf" and "sorpresa" (surprise) | |
Korean | 데인저러스★서핑[?] Deinjeoleoseu ★ Seoping |
Dangerous ★ Surfing | |
Spanish (NOA) | Surf extremo[?] | Extreme surfing | |
Spanish (NOE) | Sorpresa surfera[?] | Surfing surprise |
Makin' Waves[edit]
Makin' Waves is Dribble and Spitz's set of microgames, unlocked when The Grand Parfait Adventure, Battle on Flashfreeze Cape!, and Surfin' Surprise have been beaten. The Forms used in this stage are Choo Choo, Knight, Massage, Scales, Gift Giver, Ba-KAW, Archer, and Pounce. This stage introduces the Button Sign, and as such, every microgame utilizes button-pressing in some capacity. The intermission stage consists of Dribble and Spitz racing between two other racers. The score is displayed on a life preserver being carried by two seagulls. The number of lives is represented by gears. A checkered flag reveals the form. If the player wins, Dribble and Spitz speed through the racers. If the player loses, the racers ram into Dribble and Spitz and disrupt them, and a gear drops; if a tag-in is triggered, Dribble and Spitz aren't disrupted. When the player reaches the boss, the racers are both sporting purple outfits with devil horns and driving modified speedboats. When the player defeats the boss, Dribble and Spitz pass all the other racers. When the player loses all their lives, Dribble and Spitz's taxi breaks down. If the player succeeds in doing the "Second Chance Stance" to continue on the first playthrough, the taxi restarts and the race continues.
The name of the level comes from the phrase "make waves", which means to create a significant impression or to cause trouble.
Name | Image | Description | Form | Glyph (if applicable) | Available in Story Mode? | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 player | 2 players[note 1] | Player 1 | Player 2[note 1] | ||||
Air Guitarist | "Who's ready to ROCK? Just play back the same phrases as me. Trust me, there's nothing to it. Holding the button makes one sound as you strum, while releasing the button makes another one." | Archer | Button Sign |
Yes | |||
Apple Blaster | "The apple beam is magical. Fire it into an apple, and it brightens everyone's day! But hit anything else with it, and things are just rotten. Get the apple in your sights, and fire!" | Archer | Yes | ||||
Blow It Up | "Everything is ready. All that's left is to press the button connected to the bomb. But whatever you do, DON'T press any of the other buttons." | Gift Giver | Yes | ||||
Call of the Wild | "Play the castanet in either hand to call the rabbit to the carrot! The rabbit will hop toward wherever the sound comes from." | Gift Giver | No | ||||
Cavity Grinder | "Those cavities are pretty nasty looking. Let's grind them down! Touch the tip of the drill to the cavity, and hold the button until the blackened area is gone. You can't grind down anything that isn't a cavity." | Ba-KAW | Yes | ||||
Crane Catcher | "When you've got a crane, everything needs to be grabbed. Tilt the "joystick" to move the crane, then press the button to drop the claw. The best way to aim is by using the shadows. You can lower the crane as many times as you want, so don't give up!" | "Work together to grab everything! Tilt the "joystick" to move the crane, then press the button to drop the claw. The best way to aim is by using the shadows. Good communication will help you figure out who gets what." | Knight | Yes | |||
Gotcha! | "You've got two bottles and two thumbs. You know what to do. Once a bug goes into a bottle, quickly plug it up with your thumb." | Choo Choo | Yes | ||||
Hit the Brake | "Ride a bicycle down a hill, stopping juuust inside the green zone! Brake too slowly, and you'll tumble into the river. Avoid any obstacles on the hill by turning left or right." | Massage | Yes | ||||
Insecticide | "AAAH! Get these bugs out of here! Use the spray to weaken them first, or just smack them with the flyswatter, but get rid of them right this instant!" | Choo Choo | No | ||||
Just My Type | "Press the buttons on the Form Stones to type the words. There are six buttons in total between the left and right sides, but if you take your time and press them one by one, you'll do fine." | "Work together and press the buttons on the Form Stones to type the words. With this many buttons, it can get pretty confusing, but good communication will make it a snap." | Massage | Yes | |||
Keeping Count | "We're doing a survey of underwater life. Use the ZL and ZR buttons to count each type of creature. Be sure you know what you're counting by checking the silhouettes and colors." | Choo Choo | Yes | ||||
Phone for You | "What's better than one smartphone? Two of them! Oh, I've got a call... Which button picks up again? Uh-oh, now I'm getting two calls at once!" | Gift Giver | Yes | ||||
Pincer Attack | "Use the claws to sort the creatures into the boxes on the left and right. The hand will keep its grip on a creature as long as you hold the button. Move the creatures you're holding, and then release the button to put them down." | "Work together with your partner to sort the creatures into the left and right boxes. The hand will keep its grip on a creature as long as you hold the button. Move the creatures you're holding, and then release the button to put them down." | Choo Choo | Yes | |||
Plugging the Leaks | "Water is gushing from the Form Stones. Try to plug up the leaks with your fingers!" | Pounce | Yes | ||||
Shower Defense | "It's the invasion of the sludge shamblers! Use water blasters to wash the grime off and return the muddy marauders to normal. When aiming, keep your arms straight and adjust the angle." | Scales | Yes | ||||
Slime Science | "Let's do an experiment! Use the pipette to suck up the slime at the bottom of the flask. While holding the button, bring the tip of the pipette to the slime, and then release the button to suck it up. If the pipette won't reach, try tilting the flask to move the slime." | Knight | Yes | ||||
Squeeze Play | "Squeeze to get all of the fresh cream out. It'll come out easier if you squeeze the top first, then the bottom. If there's too much cream built up, try loosening your grip for a moment." | Knight | No | ||||
Take My Hand | ""Now where has my kid gotten to?!" When your child reaches out their hand, be sure to grab on tight." | Gift Giver | Yes | ||||
The Write Way | "My party trick is drawing with both hands at once! The mechanical pencil's lead won't come out unless you click it a few times, but the pen point goes in and out every time you click it. Since I use both, sometimes it makes my head spin." | Choo Choo | Yes | ||||
Window Washer | "There's some dirty spots on this window. Spray them with the cleaner, and scrub them with the brush. Hey, look at that--good as new!" | Choo Choo | Yes | ||||
Boss: Rocket Punch | "KOM-MODE MK. II is go! Get the enemies in your sights! Press buttons to send rocket punches flying! Go, KOM-MODE! The galaxy is counting on you!" | Massage | Yes |
Order[edit]
The speed increases by two semitones at microgame #5 and further increases by another semitone at microgame #10.
Before "Speed Up!" (4 in any order) |
After first "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
After second "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
Boss microgame |
---|---|---|---|
Cavity Grinder | Air Guitarist | Apple Blaster | Rocket Punch |
Blow It Up | Hit the Brake | ||
Gotcha! | Call of the Wild | Insecticide | |
Keeping Count | Crane Catcher | Just My Type | |
Phone for You | Shower Defense | Pincer Attack | |
Plugging the Leaks | The Write Way | Slime Science | |
Squeeze Play | Window Washer | Take My Hand |
Description[edit]
"How's it goin'? I'm Dribble. My buddy Spitz and me are livin' it up, resort-style! Our Forms are a little different. They've got Buttons you gotta press. But don't panic, pal! I know you'll do great out there." (first description)
Names in other languages[edit]
Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Japanese | Umi no Ue o Kattobase! |
Wallop it on the sea! | |
Chinese (simplified) | 海上飞驰![?] Hǎishàng Fēichí! |
Speeding on the sea! | |
Chinese (traditional) | 海上飛馳![?] Hǎishàng Fēichí! |
Speeding on the sea! | |
Dutch | De onverwachte waterrace[?] | The unexpected sea race | |
French | Bercés par les vagues[?] | Lulled by the waves | |
German | Wellen wider Willen[?] | Waves unwillingly | |
Italian | Cullati dalle onde[?] | Lulled by the waves | |
Korean | 바다 위를 달려라![?] Bada Wileul Dallyeola! |
Rush on the sea! | |
Spanish (NOA) | Maratón marino[?] | Marine marathon | |
Spanish (NOE) | Maratón marina[?] | Marine marathon |
Quest in the Dark[edit]
Quest in the Dark is 9-Volt's set of microgames, unlocked when Makin' Waves has been beaten. This stage uses every form except Big Cheese, At Attention, and Squat, and also uses the Button Sign. The stage focuses on microgames based on Nintendo games and products. The intermission stage consists of 9-Volt walking through Shopkeeper Polario's shop. The score is displayed as a video game font on a spider web. The number of lives is represented by hearts. A spider shows a spider web depicting the form. Microgame appearances alternate between a shadow figure through the window and a shelf jiggling. If the player wins, a cat (similar to the one in Gamer from Game & Wario) jumps through the window or a mouse jumps out of the shelf. If the player loses, hands break through the window, or a demonic teddy bear jumps out of the shelf, and a heart splits as 9-Volt freaks out, running forwards and waving his arms around; if a tag-in is triggered, 9-Volt freaks out less, only turning away for a moment. When the player encounters the boss, 9-Volt arrives at a door to the shop's backroom (on subsequent playthroughs, the door opens up to reveal another corridor). When the player defeats the boss, the door slowly opens. When the player loses all their lives, 9-Volt encounters a swarm of bats. If the player succeeds in doing the "Second Chance Stance" to continue on the first playthrough, the swarm of bats fly off and 9-Volt continues exploring. If the player loses the boss microgame, 9-Volt encounters a group of evil spirits. In a similar case to the swarm of bats, if the player is successful in doing the "Second Chance Stance" to continue on the first playthrough, the evil spirits disperse.
Name | Image | Description | Form | Glyph (if applicable) | Available in Story Mode? | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 player | 2 players[note 1] | Player 1 | Player 2[note 1] | ||||
Animal Crossing: New Horizons | "Life on a deserted island is great. You can dig for fossils, hit rocks for ore, catch butterflies with a net... There's so much to do! 2020: Nintendo Switch" | Tug-of-War (levels 1 & 2) Knight (level 3) |
Yes | ||||
Donkey Kong Jr. | "A bold new perspective on a vintage Nintendo game! Become Donkey Kong Jr. and climb the vines. 1986: Nintendo Entertainment System" | Scales (level 1) Knight (levels 2 & 3) |
No | ||||
Dr. Mario | "Send out the capsules at hand to zap the viruses. Lining up four of the same color will eliminate the viruses. 1990: Nintendo Entertainment System" | Fashionista | Yes | ||||
Fire Emblem Engage | "Get the falling ring onto the finger! Move your free hand toward or away from the Form Stone to move the silhouette. Don't be fooled by the falling coins! 2023: Nintendo Switch" | Hand Model | Yes | ||||
Hogan's Alley | "You can recognize the gangsters because they're the ones holding guns. Flip the gangsters, quick, but leave the civilians and police alone! 1985: Nintendo Entertainment System" | Pounce | Yes | ||||
Mario Bros. | "Hit the ground below the Shellcreepers and Sidesteppers to flip them over! You can dodge the fireballs by jumping. 1986: Nintendo Entertainment System" | Fashionista | Yes | ||||
Mario Pinball Land | "Use the flippers to launch the Mario ball and Yoshi's Eggs at the enemies. Hit them three times to take them down! 2004: Game Boy Advance" | Massage | Yes | ||||
Metroid Dread | "Crouch after building enough momentum from sprinting to activate a Shinespark! Can you get the energy tank? 2021: Nintendo Switch" | Archer | Yes | ||||
nintendogs + cats | "Pet the puppy and kitten gently until they're satisfied. 2011: Nintendo 3DS" | Massage | Yes | ||||
Paper Mario: The Origami King | "Mario's looong arms are called the 1,000-Fold Arms. Use them to solve the puzzles before you! 2020: Nintendo Switch" | Sky Stretch (levels 1 & 2)/Choo Choo (level 3) | Yes | ||||
Pikmin 2 | "As Captain Olimar, pluck your Pikmin from the ground. Purple Pikmin might take two tugs to pluck. 2004: Nintendo GameCube" | "P1 controls Olimar and P2 controls Louie as they pluck Pikmin from the ground. Purple Pikmin might take two tugs to pluck. 2004: Nintendo GameCube" | Knight | Yes | |||
Pilotwings | "Use the rocket belt to fly to the target! Press the ZL and ZR Buttons to fire the rockets, and tilt your wrists to change direction. To move forward, hold the buttons with your wrists tilted forward. 1991: Super Nintendo Entertainment System" | Choo Choo | Button Sign |
Yes | |||
Punch-Out!! | "Raise your first to fire off an uppercut. Wait until your opponent drops their guard for the perfect chance! 1987: Nintendo Entertainment System" | Lifter | No | ||||
Ring Fit Adventure | "As Tipp, help celebrate a new record! Scatter the confetti until the whole message is revealed. 2019: Nintendo Switch" | Fashionista | Yes | ||||
Super Mario Bros. 3 | "Raccoon Mario can float in the air by flapping his tail. Put that skill to good use to make it through. 1990: Super Mario Bros. 3" | Ba-KAW | Yes | ||||
Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island | "Swing your arms to make Yoshi dash. Escape from the Chomp Shark, but don't build up so much speed that you fall into a pit. 1995: Super Nintendo Entertainment System" | Choo Choo | Yes | ||||
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D | "Cluck, cluck! You're a Cucco, and you must run from Link as he chases after you. 2011: Nintendo 3DS" | Ba-KAW | Yes | ||||
Ultra Scope | "Use the Ultra Scope to find the ? Block on the shelf. Press the ZL and ZR buttons to raise and lower the mirror. There are all sorts of classic Nintendo products inside the ? Blocks! 1971: A toy that let users see around them with an extending mirror." | Lovestruck | Button Sign |
No | |||
WarioWare Series | "You've got so many WarioWare cartridges and disks! They'll come crashing down if you lose your balance, so stay still and don't move. Oh, don't do this with real games, or collectors will see red. 2003: Game Boy Advance: WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgame$! / 2004: Nintendo DS: WarioWare: Touched! / 2003: Nintendo GameCube: WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Party Game$!" | Gift Giver | Yes | ||||
Wii Play: Motion Pose Mii Plus | "Pose to match the shape of the hole in the wall! It's so satisfying when your Mii passes through perfectly. 2011: Wii" | Ba-KAW (level 1) Scales (level 2) Crocodile (level 3) |
Yes | ||||
Boss: Super Mario 64 DS | "Tilt your upper body left and right, and slide to the goal! If you fall off the track, it's over. Let the coins guide you in the right direction, and keep an eye out for an old friend near the goal. 2004: Nintendo DS" | Scales | Yes |
Order[edit]
The speed increases by two semitones at microgame #5 and further increases by another two semitones at microgame #10.
Before "Speed Up!" (4 in any order) |
After first "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
After second "Speed Up!" (5 in any order) |
Boss microgame |
---|---|---|---|
Animal Crossing: New Horizons | Donkey Kong Jr. | Dr. Mario | Super Mario 64 DS |
Fire Emblem Engage | Metroid Dread | ||
Mario Bros. | Hogan's Alley | Paper Mario: The Origami King | |
nintendogs + cats | Mario Pinball Land | Pikmin 2 | |
Pilotwings | Ring Fit Adventure | Punch-Out!! | |
The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time 3D | Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island | Super Mario Bros. 3 | |
Ultra Scope | WarioWare Series | Wii Play: Motion Pose Mii Plus |
Description[edit]
"It's me! 9-Volt! My mom, 5-Volt, promised to take me and my friends 18-Volt and 13-Amp into town. But I can't just shut down my game without hitting a stopping point! You get it, right? Anyway, my microgames feature all things Nintendo. From the classic toys to the newest releases, let's see how many you recognize!" (first description)
Names in other languages[edit]
Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Japanese | ひとりぼっち Hitori Botchi Kurayami Kuesuto |
Quest alone in the dark | |
Chinese (simplified) | 孤身一人的漆黑任务[?] Gūshēn Yīrén De Qīhēi Rènwù |
A mission alone in the dark | |
Chinese (traditional) | 孤身一人的漆黑任務[?] Gūshēn Yīrén De Qīhēi Rènwù |
A mission alone in the dark | |
Dutch | De duistere winkel[?] | The gloomy shop | |
French | Quête dans le noir[?] | Quest in the dark | |
German | Ein Wichtlein im Dunkel[?] | A small dwarf in the dark | |
Italian | Missione al buio[?] | Mission in the dark | |
Korean | 나 홀로 어둠 속의 퀘스트[?] Na Hollo Eodum Sog-ui Kweseuteu |
My quest alone in the dark | |
Spanish (NOA) | Una oscura misión[?] | An obscure mission | |
Spanish (NOE) | La llamada de las tinieblas[?] | The call of darkness |
Pool-Party Panic[edit]
Pool-Party Panic is the second remix stage, unlocked when Quest in the Dark has been beaten. Every microgame from the second half are mixed together starting on Level 2. The intermission stage consists of a tour bus carrying Kat, Ana, Young Cricket, Master Mantis, Jimmy T, Dribble, Spitz, 9-Volt, 5-Volt, 18-Volt, and 13-Amp through a city. The score is displayed as a constellation of stars. The number of lives is represented by wheels. The form comes out from one of the buildings. The bus enters a tunnel revealing a microgame. If the player wins, fireworks light up the sky as the passengers celebrate. If the player loses, two dump trucks pass by the bus leaving odor to the passengers who recoil, and popping one of the tires; if a tag-in is triggered, the passengers do not react. Each microgame host reacts to each win and loss. During a Speed-Up, spotlights appear in the background. When the player encounters the boss, carnival rides appear, and the tunnel has decorative neon signs. When the player loses all their lives, the bus breaks down and the odor from the dump trucks covers the entire area. If the player succeeds in doing the "Second Chance Stance" to continue on the first playthrough, the odor wears off while the bus restarts and the exploration continues. The speed increases by two semitones at microgame #7 and further increases by another two semitones at microgame #13. The boss microgames are always on Level 3 and cycle between Uniform Distribution, Rocket Punch, Cut of the Profit, Super Mario 64 DS, and Griddlebot.
Description[edit]
"Hi there! I'm 5-Volt. Vacation is not only about enjoying yourself all day long. It's important to have fun at night too! We're all getting together for an evening dip in the pool. Huh?! Is that an octopus I see at the poolside? How fun! All of the microgames from Kat & Ana to 9-Volt's stages are mixed together here. What a wide selection! This is going to be a great night!" (first description)
Names in other languages[edit]
Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
---|---|---|---|
Japanese | わくわくナイトプール[?] Wakuwaku Naito Pūru |
Exciting nighttime pool | |
Chinese (simplified) | 兴奋激动的夜间泳池[?] Xīngfèn Jīdòng De Yèjiān Yǒngchí |
Exciting nighttime pool | |
Chinese (traditional) | 興奮激動的夜間泳池[?] Xīngfèn Jīdòng De Yèjiān Yǒngchí |
Exciting nighttime pool | |
Dutch | Een wild zwembadfeest[?] | A wild pool party | |
French | Panique à la piscine[?] | Panic at the pool | |
German | Oktopower-Party![?] | Octo(pus)-power party! | |
Italian | Festa polporicolosa[?] | Octopus-dangerous party; "polporicolosa" is a portmanteau of "polpo" (octopus) and "pericolosa" (dangerous) | |
Korean | 콩닥콩닥 야간 수영장[?] Kongdagkongdag Yagan Suyeongjang |
Heart-pounding nighttime pool | |
Spanish | Fiesta piscinera[?] | Pool party |
Lava at First Sight[edit]
Lava at First Sight is Volcano Wario's set of microgames, unlocked when Pool-Party Panic has been beaten. This stage features microgames depicting Wario in some way and uses every form except for Sky Stretch, Tug-of-War, and Pounce as well as every non-boss Intro game, all of which start on Level 2. The intermission stage consists of Volcano Wario with silhouettes of WarioWare, Inc. employees looking at it. The number of lives is represented by god statues. A Woods Watcher shows a sign depicting the form. If the player wins, Volcano Wario calms for a moment as the crowd dances, and more guests appear with some of them being elephants and later giants. If the player loses, Volcano Wario becomes agitated and emits smoke as some of the crowd leaves while others faint, and a god statue collapses; if a tag-in is triggered, Volcano Wario does not emit smoke, and no one leaves. When the player encounters the boss, giants can be seen in the back and Volcano Wario's eyes and mouth turn red. When the player defeats the boss, Volcano Wario becomes flattened. When the player loses all of their lives, Volcano Wario erupts, causing the screen to fade to white before clearing to show lava rocks raining down. If the player succeeds in doing the "Second Chance Stance" to continue on the first playthrough, a crowd of guests reappear while Volcano Wario stops erupting lava rocks.
The name of the level comes from "love at first sight" referring to when one person falls in love with another upon meeting for the first time.
Name | Image | Description | Form | Glyph (if applicable) | Available in Story Mode? | ||
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 player | 2 players[note 1] | Player 1 | Player 2[note 1] | ||||
Balloon Buster | "I'm the factory boss! The only machine you need to bust those balloons is your butt. Bend your knees and drop your hips! Don't bust anything else up though. And don't let those Form Stones leave your thighs!" | Squat | Yes | ||||
Camera Ready | ""Excuse me! Cameraman over here!" When you see someone taking pictures, turn toward that guy. Don't move until he gets the shot. You know what they say--"All publicity is good publicity!"" | Fashionista | Yes | ||||
Chopsticks Champ | "These cheapo chopsticks are tough to break without making a mess. Gotta pull both sides just as hard, huh? The thin ones are even more annoying. How come I'm the one breaking this chump's chopsticks, anyway?! I better be getting paid for this." | Choo Choo | No | ||||
Dial-a-Flex | "Pose just like the picture! Now STAY LIKE THAT! Then you get to see how cool and ripped you look." | At Attention | Yes | ||||
Fishin' Hole | "Hole fishing, huh? I'll show you how it's done! First, dangle the Form Stone into the hole, then wait for a bite. When you feel a tug, give the line a good YANK! Sucker!" | Archer | Trust Tether Sign |
Yes | |||
Fresh Squeezed | "Grrr! Is this egg coming out or not?! Maybe if I shake my arms a bunch I can squeeze it through." | Lifter | Yes | ||||
Garlic Grab | "Huh! I dunno who left this yummy garlic here, but it's mine now! Just gotta frog jump up to it..." | Squat | No | ||||
Giant Swing | "Shake your hips to make the gymnast do flips. Move the same way the gymnast is swaying to give 'em some momentum!" | "Shake your hips to make the gymnast do flips. Move the same way the gymnast is swaying to give 'em some momentum! But you gotta both do it at once, or it's no go." | Big Cheese | Yes | |||
Junction Jumble | "Throw the lever forward and back to switch the tracks, or whatever. Trains are expensive! Don't let 'em crash!" | Massage | Yes | ||||
Laser Gazer | "Mecha Wario, GO! Look left! Look right! DESTROY!" | Lovestruck | Yes | ||||
Match Cut | "Welcome to Cuts by Wario! Ehhh? You want the left and right sides to look the same? Then tilt your head so I cut it that way! Moving my hand is too much work." | "Welcome to Cuts by Wario! Ehhh? You want the left and right sides to look the same? Then tilt your head so I cut it that way! Get ready, 'cause I'm about to make like scissors with my arms!" | Lovestruck | Crocodile | Yes | ||
Pair Pointer | "Gimme a cool pair of shoes! Huh?! The left and right shoes come in separate boxes? How do I know which one goes with which?!" | Scales | Yes | ||||
Party of ? | ""Welcome, sir. How many in your party?" Uhhh, good question... Let's start with the most important person here--ME!" | Hand Model | No | ||||
Pin Drop | "I like parachuting. But not in the dark! Tilt left and right to land me without jabbing me with those thorns, OK?" | "I like parachuting. But not in the dark! Oh, good, you got a light. Shine it over here so I can see! That way I can tilt left and right to land without getting jabbed by these thorns." | Scales | Ba-KAW | Yes | ||
Plain Dealer | "Deal the cards so everyone has the same number. Face the player you're dealin' to, and let 'er rip!" | Crocodile | Yes | ||||
Puppet Patter | "Line up for the Wario Theater Puppet Show! Use your right hand to work my mouth! You weren't really expecting me to learn my lines, were ya?" | Hand Model | Yes | ||||
Rock Paper Scissors | "Let's have a Rock Paper Scissors-off! What should I go with? Maybe rock... Nah, scissors all the way... What's this about a mirror behind me?" | Hand Model | Yes | ||||
Rubber Stamp | "Stamp these postcards! Don't go too fast and stamp the desk. And don't get ink on my bacon!" | "Stamp these postcards! Don't go too fast and stamp the desk. Hey, you! Keep those postcards comin'! And if you see bacon, put it over there. That's my special bacon tray." | Knight | Gift Giver | Yes | ||
Throw Down | "Nothing beats my shoulder-throw move! As soon as I get my hands on someone, one pull and it's over! But I gotta stay quick. Some of these guys got moves of their own." | Massage | Yes | ||||
Waste Disposal | "Hey! Get that empty can into the garbage! What if it's on the floor? Then kick it in! And someone throws it at you, use your head! Do I hafta explain everything?!" | Squat (levels 1 & 2)/Ba-KAW (level 3) | Yes | ||||
Boss: Super Wario Dance Company | "The Wario Dance Troupe is back! But if you're gonna dance with us, dance like you mean it! Move when you gotta move, and stop when we stop. And don't mess up!" | At Attention | Yes |
Interruption[edit]
- “Dance to deflect!”
- —Announcer
Occasionally, Volcano Wario will attack between microgames by erupting and dropping a ball of magma onto the crowd. The player must copy the dancer on-screen to create a shield that pushes the magma away from the ground. If the magma is kept in the air for long enough, it is deflected away from the island. If the magma hits the ground, the player loses a life.
Order[edit]
The speed increases by two semitones at microgame #7 and further increases by another two semitones at microgame #14.
Before "Speed Up!" (6 in any order + 1 interruption) |
After first "Speed Up!" (7 in any order + 1 interruption) |
After second "Speed Up!" (7 in any order) |
Boss microgame |
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About-Face | Bucket Brigade | Balloon Buster | Super Wario Dance Company |
Cheers! | Camera Ready | ||
Bell Chorus | Chopsticks Champ | Cutting Board | |
Garlic Grab | Code Dependency | Dial-a-Flex | |
Jailbreak | Giant Swing | Fishin' Hole | |
Junction Jumble | Locomotion | Fresh Squeezed | |
Laser Gazer | Pin Drop | Loose Drawers | |
Pair Pointer | Plain Dealer | Match Cut | |
Puppet Patter | Rock Paper Scissors | Party of ? | |
Rubber Stamp | Throw Down | Stony Look | |
Speed Skate | Waste Disposal | The Way I Like It |
Description[edit]
"Wario's back! Hmph, I'm bored of this trip. But I'm not going anywhere until I get some treasure! I know just where to look! Heh heh... Anything goes for this stage. I got microgames with all kinds of Forms! Try to keep up!" (first description)
Names in other languages[edit]
Language | Name | Meaning | Notes |
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Japanese | Omoide wa maguma no yō ni... |
Memories, like magma... | |
Chinese (simplified) | 回忆如岩浆......[?] Huíyì Rú Yánjiāng...... |
Memories, like magma... | |
Chinese (traditional) | 回憶如岩漿......[?] Huíyì Rú Yánjiāng...... |
Memories, like magma... | |
Dutch | Gaan met die vulkaan![?] | Cope with that volcan! | |
French | La colère du volcan[?] | The volcano's wrath | |
German | Wer Magma tanzen?[?] | Portmanteau of "Wer mag tanzen?" (Who likes to dance?) and "Magma" | |
Italian | Magma mia![?] | Portmanteau of "magma" and "Mamma mia!" | |
Korean | 추억은 마그마처럼...[?] Chueog-eun Mageuma Cheoleom... |
Memories, like magma... | |
Spanish (NOA) | Maldición volcánica[?] | Volcanic curse | |
Spanish (NOE) | Culto volcánico[?] | Volcanic cult |
Footnotes[edit]
WarioWare series microgame lists | |
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By game | WarioWare, Inc.: Mega Microgame$! (2003, GBA) • WarioWare: Twisted! (2004, GBA) • WarioWare: Touched! (2004, DS) • WarioWare: Smooth Moves (2006, Wii) • WarioWare: D.I.Y. (2009, DS) • WarioWare: D.I.Y. Showcase (2009, WiiWare) • WarioWare: D.I.Y./D.I.Y. Showcase (downloadable) (2009-2011, DS/WiiWare) • WarioWare Gold (2018, 3DS) • WarioWare: Get It Together! (2021, Switch) • WarioWare: Move It! (2023, Switch) |
By source | List of source media for Nintendo-themed microgames |