Video game giant SEGA has revealed more details about Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble ahead of its release next month.
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Leading the pack is the ever-easygoing AiAi, followed by the optimistic and helpful MeeMee. Also coming to Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble are Baby, YanYan, Doctor, and GonGon, AiAi's former rival turned best friend.
But there's more. SEGA revealed that new playable characters will join the latest Super Monkey title. In the trailer, they introduced Palette, the lightning-fast adventurer. Adventure Mode throws in a new cast of characters as well. Players will encounter the Gala family – Fes, Tee, and Val. A trio of treasure hunters, their sights set on the same prize: the Legendary Banana.
Like previous installments, Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble's core gameplay involved controlling and guiding monkeys encased in capsules. But for the newest title in the series, developers from Ryu Ga Gotoku Studio decided to add a new move.
Called the Spin Dash, this will allow players to grant their monkey a quick burst of speed. It can be useful for navigating tricky sections or overtaking opponents, according to SEGA.
On top of its diverse characters, creators of Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble also confirmed that the game will have more room and options for customization. Players can unlock a staggering collection of 300 customization items. These ranged from accessories, clothing and even unique ape balls.
"Many of these snazzy items can be purchased using points earned through gameplay, both locally and online," said SEGA.
The game will also have an Online Battle mode that will offer a daily spin at the Lucky Monkey lottery. This virtual vending machine dispenses capsules containing exclusive items, with more additions promised over time.
Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble will support at least two modes - multiplayer and online. SEGA decided to return the local co-op (Multiplayer) features, in which a team of four players can form a team, in the newest Super Monkey. Meanwhile, for more mayhem, players can also try its Online mode where up to 16 players can participate.
Super Monkey Ball Banana Rumble is set to be released on Nintendo Switch this June 25.