Yoshi's Story, known as Yoshi Story (ヨッシーストーリー, Yosshī Sutōrī^?) in Japan, is the Nintendo 64 successor to the Super Nintendo Entertainment System game Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island. It was released on December 21, 1997 in Japan, March 9, 1998 in North America and April 9, 1998 in Europe. It was re-released on the Wii's Virtual Console service in North America on September 17, 2007 and in Europe, Australia and Japan on October 26, 2007. The game was developed by the Yoshi's Island team, directed by Hideki Konno, and produced by Takashi Tezuka. This was one of the first EAD-developed titles that was not produced by Shigeru Miyamoto, and one of a very few Mario series games which does not feature Mario. Further information: Game classification Video games are categorized into genres based on their gameplay interaction. ... A simple platform sequence from the game Wonder Boy Platform game, or platformer, is a video game genre characterized by jumping to and from suspended platforms or over obstacles. ... This article does not cite any references or sources. ... Online gaming redirects here. ... A video game content rating system is a system used for the classification of video games into suitability-related groups. ... The Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) is a self-regulatory organization that applies and enforces ratings, advertising guidelines, and online privacy principles for computer and video games in the United States. ... The Office of Film and Literature Classification is a statutory censorship and classification body which provides day to day administrative support for the Classification Board which classified films, video games and publications in Australia, and the Classification Review Board which reviews films, computer games and publications when a valid application... The Megabit is a unit of information storage, abbreviated Mbit or sometimes Mb. ... Cartridge for the VIC 20 homecomputer In various types of electronic equipment, a cartridge can refer one method of adding different functionality or content (e. ... The N64 controller The Nintendo 64 Controller is the standard game controller included with the Nintendo 64. ... The Wii Remote, sometimes nicknamed Wiimote, is the primary controller for Nintendos Wii console. ... The Nintendo GameCube ), often abbreviated as GCN, is Nintendos fourth home video game console and is part of the sixth generation era. ... The Nintendo 64 ), often abbreviated as N64, is Nintendos third home video game console for the international market. ... The Super Nintendo Entertainment System or Super NES (also called SNES and Super Nintendo) was a 16-bit video game console released by Nintendo in North America, Europe, Australasia, and Brazil between 1990 and 1993. ... is the 355th day of the year (356th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... For the band, see 1997 (band). ... is the 68th day of the year (69th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1998 (MCMXCVIII) was a common year starting on Thursday (link will display full 1998 Gregorian calendar). ... is the 99th day of the year (100th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 1998 (MCMXCVIII) was a common year starting on Thursday (link will display full 1998 Gregorian calendar). ... The Wii (pronounced as the pronoun we, IPA: ) is the fifth home video game console released by Nintendo. ... This article is about Nintendos emulation feature and download service. ... is the 260th day of the year (261st in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. ... is the 299th day of the year (300th in leap years) in the Gregorian calendar. ... Year 2007 (MMVII) was a common year starting on Monday of the Gregorian calendar in the 21st century. ... Takashi Tezuka ) (born November 17, 1960) is a video game designer for Nintendo. ... Shigeru Miyamoto , born November 16, 1952) is a Japanese video game designer. ...

Like most Yoshi games, it is a 2D platformer. It features digitized 2D graphics of high resolution 3D models (similar to Donkey Kong Country), which resemble patchworks of fabric and other materials, giving it a unique look. While interviews and previews described these visual methods as 2½-D, the gameplay remains completely two-dimensional. The game received mixed reviews from video game critics. This article is about the Nintendo character Yoshi. ... 2D computer graphics is the computer-based generation of digital images—mostly from two-dimensional models (such as 2D geometric models, text, and digital images) and by techniques specific to them. ... Platform games, or platformers, are a very popular genre of video games that originated in the early 1980s. ... For the television series, see Donkey Kong Country (TV series). ... 2. ...

Gameplay

The game begins by allowing players to choose from the Story, Trial, and Practice Modes. (An Options menu is available from the main menu, as well.) For the full single-player experience, the Story Mode contains the substance of the game. From there, the player will be able to select the level, Yoshi, and Lucky Fruit of the chosen Yoshi.

The levels are divided into six pages, each containing four stages. While only one stage per page is chosen, each has a number (1-4). The higher the number, the harder the stage. While any number can be chosen on the first page, players must find all the hearts in the previous stage to maintain the same difficulty (high page number). For example, collecting one heart would unlock the second numbered stage on the next page, two hearts would unlock the third stage, and all three hearts would unlock the fourth and hardest stage.

Yoshi's Story borrows the basic elements of the Super Nintendo game Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island. While Yoshi can jump, swim, and extend his tongue, he can lay and throw eggs and hover, as well. In each level, the goal is to eat 30 different fruits to advance. This must be done while avoiding the enemies that populate each scenario. When Yoshi comes in contact with an enemy, one or more "petals" are lost from the "Flower Meter." Eating fruit, while advancing the progress of the game, replenishes Yoshi's health (or "petals"), keeping the player in a comfortable state of platforming. In addition, a "Lucky Fruit" is chosen at the start of each level, and, when this fruit is found and eaten, all petals are restored to the "Flower Meter." Each Yoshi has a favorite fruit, which is determined by the chosen Yoshi's color. Eating this form of fruit restores 3 petals of health, identical to the effects of eating a Lucky Fruit. However, all other fruits only restore one petal. ^[1]

Many bonuses permeate each stage. For example, Small Hearts will fall from the sky or be found in special areas. These allow the Yoshi's to achieve a "Super Happy" state. During this time, the Yoshi is invincible, has a longer tongue, and has a longer "Pound Range." (Therefore, more enemies will be hit when the ground is "Pounded." In addition, Shy Guys will turn into the chosen Yoshi's Lucky Fruit if they are within the Pound Range, and all bubbles will pop.) Hidden coins will become visible as well, which contribute to Yoshi's overall score.

Despite these advantages, Yoshis are still susceptible to losing lives. There are numerous enemies that can cause damage, the most common of which is the Shy Guy. If the player's Yoshi runs out of petals, comes in contact with spikes or other hazards that trigger an instant death, or falls down a bottomless pit, it will be captured by Kamek's minions, or "Toadies." While that Yoshi is no longer selectable, the player can choose another and continue through the rest of the stage. In this case, any items or fruits already obtained will still be available. The game will end if all of the Yoshis have been kidnapped. Yoshis can be restored by finding a White Shy Guy and completing the level without losing it. After completing a level, the White Shy Guy can be selected from the "Select Yoshi" screen (despite not being a Yoshi), and a previously-lost Yoshi will be restored. Helpers are available to assist the Yoshis in specific areas, as well. Throughout the game, the Yoshis are aided by Poochy, a character first introduced in Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island. Poochy can sniff for hidden items and give the Yoshis extra height for their jumps. The main advantage any player can have, however, is choosing their Yoshi carefully. It has been suggested that this article or section be merged into List of Mario series enemies. ... Kameks main form of transportation is his flying broomstick, although he can also use magic to teleport short distances. ... Toadies stealing Baby Luigi in Yoshi Touch & Go Toady is an enemy from Nintendos Mario series of video games that first appears in Super Mario World 2: Yoshis Island and later in Yoshi Touch & Go. ... Poochy, as depicted in promotional artwork for Super Mario World 2: Yoshis Island. ...

In addition to the six Yoshis that are available at the start of the game, two hidden black and white eggs can be found in certain stages. These eggs contain a Yoshi of the same color, and, when the stage is complete, these Yoshis can be selected from the "Yoshi Selection" screen. Unlike the original six Yoshis, the Black and White Yoshis like multiple fruits, making the chances of obtaining a high score even greater. In addition, the Black and White Yoshis like peppers, and Shy Guys are considered Favorites.

Story Mode is accompanied by the Trial Mode, where the player can attempt a high score in each completed stage. There are multiple ways to increase one's high score, the most used being the "Melon Quest." With this goal, the player must eat nothing but Melons throughout the stage, earning a high score and a "Melon" symbol at the end of the level. This goal, however, is considered difficult due the requirement of beating all in-level mini-games perfectly. A "good score" in Trial Mode is considered a point range between 5,000 to 7,000 points. This contrasts heavily with Story Mode, which allows the player to earn up to 40,000 points in a single level.

A Practice level is also available from the main menu. This level contains most of the elements of the game. The game also has the 19-note Kazumi Totaka song in it. Kazumi Totaka , born August 23, 1967) is a Japanese music composer and voice actor from Tokyo who composed many major Nintendo games, including Mario Paint and Animal Crossing. ...

Yoshi's Story was among the first generation of games to support the Rumble Pak and the first in the Yoshi series to use it.^{[citation needed]} A Nintendo 64 gamepad with the Rumble Pak attached. ...

Plot

The Yoshis live in harmony on their island, Yoshi's Island. Through the Super Happy Tree, a magical tree on the island, the Yoshis are able to maintain a perpetual state of joy. However, Baby Bowser becomes jealous of this happiness and casts a spell to transform the entire island into a storybook. In addition, Baby Bowser steals the Super Happy Tree in an effort to ruin the Yoshis' happiness. Six eggs survived in the dismal environment and hatched. While confused, the Baby Yoshis were aware of the gloomy atmosphere and set out to retrieve the Super Happy Tree and restore happiness to the Yoshis.

Development

Originally titled Yoshi's Island 64, the game was developed by the Yoshi's Island team, directed by Hideki Konno and produced by Takashi Tezuka. This was one of the first EAD-developed titles that was not produced by Shigeru Miyamoto. It was renamed Yoshi's Story in August 1997. At the same time, the size of the game was changed to 128 megabits from an initially planned 96. Takashi Tezuka ) (born November 17, 1960) is a video game designer for Nintendo. ... Shigeru Miyamoto , born November 16, 1952) is a Japanese video game designer. ...

Marketing and sales

According to Famitsu magazine, Yoshi's Story sold 53,428 copies on the day of its release in Japan. As a result, it gained the #7 rank in Famitsu's top ten best-selling video-games. ^[2] Cover art for Issue 1 of Famitsū magazine, June 1986, then known as Famicom Tsūshin Famitsū abbreviated ファミ Fami) is a Japanese video game magazine published by Enterbrain, Inc. ...

Nintendo intended to release Yoshi's Story in North America by the 1997 holiday season, but the release was delayed until March 1998. A Nintendo official said that the delay was "based on us demanding A-plus quality."^[3] Once the game was completed, Nintendo initially shipped 800,000 units to American retailers from Japan.^[4] Retailers were concerned that there would be shortages (like there had been for GoldenEye 007), but a Nintendo official promised that the shipment would satisfy demand.^[5] For the film, see GoldenEye. ...

In an effort to promote the game in the U.S., Nintendo direct-mailed advertisements to recent console buyers, put advertisements in gaming and children's magazines, and aired a 30-second television advertisement on NBC, Fox, WB and Nickelodeon during children's programming.^[5][4] On March 7, 1998, Nintendo launched the game in Lizard Lick, North Carolina, a town of 1,300 residents. The event featured tongue-themed contests for children and video terminals that let people try out the game.^[6] The game was officially released on March 9, 1998, with a MSRP of US $59.95.^[7] Lizard Lick North Carolina is a small, unincorporated community located just off of US 64 in Wake County. ... MSRP stands for Manufacturers Suggested Retail Price. Under earlier U.S. state Fair Trade statutes, the manufacturer was able to impose a fixed price for items. ...

An article in Financial Times said that the late release, an inadequate supply, and distribution errors had led to poor sales for Yoshi's Story. Within a month, the game was being discounted by more than 50%.^[8] Even so, Yoshi's Story became a Player's Choice title on August 23, 1998 and its MSRP was reduced to US $39.95.^[9] According to The NPD Group, Yoshi's Story was the 16th best selling video game in the U.S. in 1998.^[10] The NTSC Players Choice release of the GameCube title Star Fox Adventures. ...

Critical reception

Reviews
Publication	Score
Allgame	[11]
GameSpot	5.3/10[12]
IGN	7.0/10[13]
Compilations of multiple reviews
Compiler	Score
Metacritic	65% (based on 8 reviews)[14]
Game Rankings	63% (based on 7 reviews)[15]

Yoshi's Story has combined scores of 65% on MetaCritic^[14] and 68% on Game Rankings.^[15] GameSpot's Joe Fielder awarded the game 5.3 out of 10, a score the site labels "Mediocre",^[16] and Allgame and Game's Domain both awarded Yoshi's Story a "5.0" out of 10. Image File history File links 2. ... GameSpot is a video gaming website that provides news, reviews, previews, downloads, and other information. ... IGN - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia /**/ @import /skins-1. ... Metacritic is a website that collates reviews of music albums, games, movies, TV shows, DVDs and books. ... Game Rankings is a website which keeps track of video game reviews from other sites, and combines them to present an average rating for each game. ... Metacritic is a website that collates reviews of music albums, games, movies, TV shows, DVDs and books. ... Game Rankings is a website which keeps track of video game reviews from other sites, and combines them to present an average rating for each game. ... GameSpot is a video gaming website that provides news, reviews, previews, downloads, and other information. ...

Critics widely acknowledged that Nintendo obviously designed Yoshi's Story for younger children.^[16] Compared to its predecessor Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island, the game has simplified level design, bright, cute graphics, and low difficulty. One critic attributed this to the fact that the game was originally developed in Japan, where "the whole Yoshi phenomenon is very much a child's thing."^[17][11][18] Many critics thought that the game was fun and appropriate for its target audience, but was a disappointment for more experienced gamers.^[18][19] One critic wrote: "Nintendo prides itself on producing games that won't make parents cringe, but with 'Yoshi's Story ,' all you get is wholesome and cheery... Let's hope the golden age of Nintendo 64 games has not come and gone. If Nintendo wants players to take it seriously, it needs to take players seriously."^[20] Despite this, Yoshi's Story won an "Award for Excellence" from the Computer Entertainment Software Association and was the only N64 game that won one of the 13 different awards from CESA that year.^[21]

Yoshi's Story's Virtual Console sales have highlighted the appeal of the franchise and fan reception. Yoshi's Story made second place on the Virtual Console downloads behind Super Mario Bros. on the week of its release. However, the Virtual Console reviews of Yoshi's Story are generally low.^[22][23] When GameSpot reviewed the Virtual Console version of the game, it received an even lower score of "4.0"^[22] In addition, GameSpot's Virtual Console review gave Yoshi's Story five negative descriptors: "Derivative," "Shallow," "Short," "Stripped," and "Too Easy." IGN Editor Lucas M. Thomas wrote a review for the Virtual Console version stating that Yoshi's Story's gameplay is "nonsensical" and "unengaging."^[23] Thomas commented that Yoshi's Story's "system of grocery-hunting was far and away removed from the style of play presented in the SNES Yoshi's Island, and far and away removed from that game's sense of fun."^[23] In addition, the absence of Baby Mario and 50+ levels made the "premise [feel] disconnected. Boring."^[23] In the end, Thomas felt that Yoshi's Story was "not the sequel to Yoshi's Island that it could have been."^[23] This article is about Nintendos emulation feature and download service. ... This article is about Nintendos emulation feature and download service. ... This article is about the Super Mario Brothers video game for the NES. For other uses, see Super Mario Bros. ... This article is about Nintendos emulation feature and download service. ...

Game Boy Advance demo

For the unveiling of the Game Boy Advance in 2000, Nintendo developed an original technical demonstration, or "tech demo," that was based directly on the first level of Yoshi's Story. This tech demo was developed specifically to show off the Game Boy Advance's graphical power. While the gameplay was slower, it looked identical to the Nintendo 64 game.^[24] A full version of the game was never released for the Game Boy Advance. “GBA” redirects here. ...

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External links

• Yoshi's Story at MobyGames
• Game Boy Advance tech demo at IGN: Screenshot and specs
• Yoshi's Story: The Mushroom Kingdom