Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games

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Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games
System(s): Wii, Nintendo DS
Publisher: Sega (US, Europe), Nintendo (Japan, South Korea)
Developer: Sega Sports Design R&D Dept., Racjin
Licensor: International Olympic Committee
Peripherals supported: Nunchuk
Genre: Sports
Number of players: 1-4
Official in-game languages: English Français Deutsch Italiano Español 日本語 한국어
Release Date RRP Code Rating US 2007-11-06 $? RVL-P-RWSE RVL-RWSE-USA UK 2007-11-23 £? RVL-P-RWSP RVL-RWSP-UKV FR 2007-11-23 €? RVL-P-RWSP RVL-RWSP-FRA DE 2007-11-23 €? RVL-P-RWSP RVL-RWSP-NOE NL 2007-11-23 €? RVL-P-RWSP RVL-RWSP-HOL ES 2007-11-23 €? RVL-P-RWSP RVL-RWSP-ESP IT 2007-11-23 €? RVL-P-RWSP RVL-RWSP-ITA PT 2007-11-23 €? RVL-P-RWSP RVL-RWSP-POR EU (DE/FR) 2007-11-23 €? RVL-P-RWSP RVL-RWSP-EUR JP 2007-11-22 ¥5,524 (5,800) RVL-P-RWSJ RVL-RWSJ-JPN KR 2008-05-29 ₩44,000 RVL-P-RWSK RVL-RWSK-KOR AU 2007-11-22 $? RVL-P-RWSP RVL-RWSP-AUS CA 2007 $? RVL-P-RWSE US 2008-01-22 $? NTR-P-AY9E NTR-AY9E-USA UK 2008-02-08 £? NTR-P-AY9P NTR-AY9P-UKV FR 2008-02-08 €? NTR-P-AY9P NTR-AY9P-FRA DE 2008-02-08 €? NTR-P-AY9P NTR-AY9P-NOE NL 2008-02-08 €? NTR-P-AY9P NTR-AY9P-HOL ES 2008-02-08 €? NTR-P-AY9P NTR-AY9P-ESP IT 2008-02-08 €? NTR-P-AY9P NTR-AY9P-ITA JP 2008-01-17 ¥4,571 (4,800) NTR-P-AY9J NTR-AY9J-JPN KR 2008-06-26 ₩39,000 NTR-P-AY9K NTR-AY9K-KOR CA 2008 $? NTR-P-AY9E NTR-AY9E-CAN PT 2008 €? NTR-P-AY9P NTR-AY9P-POR AU 2008 $? NTR-P-AY9P NTR-AY9P-AUS

Not to be confused with the Sega Mobile title Sonic at the Olympic Games.

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games, known in Japan and South Korea as Mario & Sonic at Peking Olympics (マリオ＆ソニック AT 北京オリンピック), is a sports game that places Mario, Sonic, and their various allies against each other in Olympic events. The game has the official Beijing 2008 Olympics license, and features environments based on actual Olympic venues.

Originally, Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games was considered an April Fools Joke by most fans, as the game was revealed late March. However, soon after, Sega stated on their official website that the game is official, and that both Sega and Nintendo are working on this game project. Shigeru Miyamoto then confirmed that he was supervising the project.

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games is available for both the Wii and Nintendo DS. Both versions of the game utilize the new functions of these consoles completely. Mario & Sonic was compatible with Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection.

Gameplay

Characters

Playable characters

The playable cast consists of sixteen characters; eight from the Mario series and eight from the Sonic series. These sixteen characters are broken up into four groups of four characters. All-Around, which consists of characters who neither excel or descend in any type of abilities. Speed, which consists of characters who are best at agility and stamina based events. Skill, which consists of characters who are above average skill and stamina, but have low power and top speeds. Power, which consists of characters who are best at strength and endurance based events.

There is also the choice of using the players own Mii as a playable character. When they are chosen, they seem to have no stats, so stats do not affect them, or it is safe to assume that they have 5/10 in all areas. In Dream Fencing and Dream Table Tennis, players can use special attacks, which are powerful moves that inflict more damage (Dream Fencing), or hit the ball with more power (Dream Table Tennis).

Power

Knuckles Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina	Bowser Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina
Vector Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina	Wario Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina

All-Around

Mario Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina	Amy Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina
Luigi Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina	Blaze Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina

Speed

Sonic Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina	Daisy Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina
Shadow Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina	Yoshi Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina

Skill

Peach Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina	Tails Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina
Waluigi Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina	Dr. Eggman Speed   Power   Skill   Stamina

Other

• Mii (Wii Version)

Referees

• Espio
• Charmy Bee
• Cream
• Lakitu
• Shy Guy
• Toad
• Koopa Troopa
• Pianta (Wii version only.)
• Dry Bones (Wii version only.)
• Big the Cat (Wii version only.)

In addition to the above characters, the following were found in when hacking the European version of the game: Silver the Hedgehog, Donkey Kong, Birdo, and Jet the Hawk. [1] Some of these characters became playable in the next game.

Olympic Events

Screenshot	Event	Description
	Aquatics- 100M Freestyle	Swim two lengths of the pool in the fastest time.
	Aquatics- 4x100M Freestyle	Four team members take turns to swim two lengths each. Each player should touch the wall before the next player dives in. The first team to have all four members complete two lengths wins.
	Archery- Archery	Shoot four sets of three arrows into a target at 70 meters, aiming for the center circle for maximum score. The player with the highest total score wins.
	Athletics- 100m	Kick off from the starting block and sprint along the 100-meter stretch to the finish line in as short a time as possible to win.
	Athletics- 400m	From a staggered start, kick off from the starting blocks, then endure a 400 meter run to the finishing line.
	Athletics- 4x100m Relay	Four team members take turns sprinting with the baton in their own 100-meter stretch. Sprint to where the next team member is waiting. The last member to carry the baton should sprint to the finish line.
	Athletics- 110m Hurdles	Kick off from the starting blocks and sprint towards the finish line as quickly as you can, leaping across the hurdles positioned along your path.
	Athletics- 400m Hurdles	Kick off from the starting blocks and complete a 400-meter race to the finish line, leaping across the hurdles positioned along your path.
	Athletics- Long Jump	Sprint down the runway and jump before you reach the designated takeoff mark to avoid a foul. Try to jump as far as you can into the sand pit. The best of three attempts will be recorded.
	Athletics- Triple Jump	Sprint down the runway towards the designated takeoff mark. Take a hop, step, and jump into the sand-filled pit. Start your first leap before the takeoff mark to avoid a foul. The best of three attempts will be recorded.
	Athletics- High Jump	Jog down the runway and leap over the crossbar, taking care not to knock it off its supports. You can set your own starting height, but this is increased with each successful jump. When you fail to clear the crossbar three times in succession, the last height you successfully cleared will be recorded as your score.
	Athletics- Pole Vault	Run down the runway and plant your pole in a box set in the ground to help you vault over the crossbar without knocking it off its supports. You can set your own starting height, but this is increased with each successful jump. As with the High Jump, your score will be determined after three successive failures.
	Athletics- Hammer Throw	Take the hammer in hand, spin on the spot to build up momentum, and release the hammer in the direction of the landing area before the countdown runs out. The further away it lands, the better your score. The best of three attempts is recorded.
	Athletics- Javelin Throw	Sprint down the runway to build momentum and throw the javelin as far as you can into the landing area. Time your throw carefully to avoid crossing the foul line, or the attempt will not count. The best of three attempts is recorded.
	Fencing- Individual Epée	Brandishing your epée, aim to touch your opponent anywhere on their body with the tip of the blade to score a point. Use your defense skills to prevent your opponent from doing the same. The first player to gain 15 points wins the round.
	Gymnastics- Trampoline	Use the trampoline to propel yourself high into the air and perform complex spins and somersaults. Your performance is judged on how precisely you execute your moves. As you land, be sure to prepare yourself for the next set of moves with a good high jump.
	Gymnastics- Vault	Run up to the springboard and vault across the horse, performing spins and somersaults in the air. A maximum of 10 points will be awarded, depending on your mid-air performance and the skill of your landing. The best of three attempts is recorded.
	Rowing- Single Sculls	Constant skill, as well as raw power, is required to make the continual adjustments necessary to keep your skiff moving in a straight line. Work your way along the course and cross the finishing line before your opponents to win.
	Shooting- Skeet	Make your way through eight stations, firing at high and low airborne targets as they’re released. You only have enough ammunition for one shot per target, so aim carefully. The player with the most total hits wins.
	Table Tennis- Singles	Use your paddle to bounce the ball across the net into your opponent’s side, and win a point if they fail to return it or allow it to bounce twice. The first player to reach 11 points wins the round. Each player takes turns serving twice.

Unlockables

• Unlock Mario and Sonic Tunes: Complete all 5 of the levels of the minigames found in any of the 5 doors in the Gallery. Complete all minigames and all their levels in each door to unlock all of the music available for the Gallery's Jukebox.

Crowns

• Amy Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Amy".
• Blaze Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Blaze".
• Bowser Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Bowser".
• Complete Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using every characters.
• Daisy Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Daisy".
• Dr. Eggman Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Dr. Eggman".
• Knuckles Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Knuckles".
• Luigi Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Luigi".
• Mario Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Mario".
• Peach Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Peach".
• Shadow Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Shadow".
• Sonic Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Sonic".
• Tails Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Tails".
• Vector Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Vector".
• Waluigi Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Waluigi".
• Wario Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Wario".
• Yoshi Crown: Get all gold and 1st medals using "Yoshi".

Emblems

• Amy Emblem: Complete Mission mode with Amy.
• Aquatics Champs Emblem: Gold Medals in All Aqautics Events.
• Aquatics Emblem: Received after earning gold medals in all aquatics events.
• Archery Emblem: Received after scoreing 120 points in archery event.
• Blaze Emblem: Complete Mission mode with Blaze.
• Bouncing Emblem: Perfect 10 on Trampoline.
• Bowser Emblem: Complete Mission mode with Bowser.
• Collaboration Emblem: Play at least one event with all characters.
• Daisy Emblem: Complete Mission mode with Daisy.
• Dream Emblem: Received after earning gold medals in all dream events.
• Fencing Emblem: Received after winning fencing match without losing any point.
• Field Emblem: Received after earning gold medals in all field events.
• Full Play Emblem: Received for playing all events.
• Gallery Owner Emblem: Unlock the entire gallery.
• Gymnastics Emblem: Received after earning gold medals in all gymnastics events.
• Knuckles Emblem: Complete Mission mode with Knuckles.
• Luigi Emblem: Complete Mission mode with Luigi.
• Mario Emblem: Complete Mission mode with Mario.
• Network Emblem: Connect to the Nintendo WiFi Connection.
• Olympic Record Emblem: Achieve an Olympic Record the very first time you compete in an event.
• Peach Emblem: Complete Mission mode with Peach.
• Penalty Emblem: Commit a foul in an event.
• Rocket Emblem: Peform a successful starting dash in a track event.
• Shadow Emblem: Complete Mission mode with Shadow.
• Shooting Emblem: Received after scoreing 40 points in shooting event.
• Sonic Emblem: Complete Mission mode with Sonic.
• Table Tennis Emblem: Received for winning 5-0 in Table Tennis.
• Tails Emblem: Finish mission mode with Tails.
• Vector Emblem: Complete Mission mode with Vector.
• Waluigi Emblem: Complete Mission mode with Waluigi.
• Wario Emblem: Complete Mission mode with Wario.
• World Record Emblem: Achieve a World Record the very first time you compete in an event.
• Yoshi Emblem: Complete Mission mode with Yoshi.

Versions

Localised names

Also known as

Language	Localised Name	English Translation
English	Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games	Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games
Japanese	Mario ando Sonikko atto Pekin Orinpikku (マリオ＆ソニック AT 北京オリンピック)	Mario & Sonic at Beijing Olympics
French	Mario & Sonic aux Jeux Olympiques	Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games
German	Mario & Sonic bei den Olympischen Spielen	Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games
Spanish	Mario & Sonic en los Juegos Olímpicos	Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games
Italian	Mario & Sonic ai Giochi Olimpici	Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games
Portuguese	Mario & Sonic nos Jogos Olímpicos	Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games
Dutch	Mario & Sonic op de Olympische Spelen	Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games
Korean	마리오와 소닉 베이징 올림픽	Mario & Sonic at Pekin Olympics

Production credits

Main article: Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games/Production credits

Sales data

Number of copies sold	Reference	Platforms	Regions	Cumulative sales total	Notes
2,511,300	Sega IR FY2008 Full Year Results	Wii/DS	US	2,511,300	N/A
3,047,100	"	"	EU	5,558,400	N/A
3,169,000	Sega IR FY2009 3rd Quarter Results	Wii/DS	US/EU	8,727,400	N/A
1,041,000	Sega IR FY2009 Full Year Results	"	"	9,768,400	N/A
11,310,000	Guinness World Records: 2010 Gamer's Edition (Website Archive)	Wii/DS	N/A	11,310,000	Source reports that the total amount of units sold for the Wii version is 7.07 million and the total amount of units sold for the DS version is 4.22 million.

Manuals

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Magazine articles

Main article: sega:Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games/Magazine articles

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  Press release

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  "Sonic History" press release

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  "Mario History" press release

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  Sales figures press release

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  US GameStop poster

• JP CM (Wii version)

• JP CM 2 (Wii version)

• JP CM 3 (Wii version)

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• JP CM 2 (DS version)

• JP CM 3 (DS version)

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Technical information

ROM dump status

System	Hash	Size	Build Date	Source	Comments
✔	CRC32 f9b76d37 MD5 13e3bef2d959feb9c01a3751688508cc SHA-1 009a4dd406e165091079df165b0b1fd849b89493	4,699,979,776		Disc (US)
✔	CRC32 3b2cd909 MD5 f21322e29f285c6a40f854c4fab6c03c SHA-1 9ea5a7617f2b0096b2b2fec4dd6dea51d060570d	4,699,979,776		Disc (EU)
?	CRC32 814a63dc MD5 1b2695ab00fd8d5af28b87d94d19dbe0 SHA-1 f3425b33bfaf1358599ea4f1d2b315ded0760527	4,699,979,776		Disc (JP)
✔	CRC32 0bfe77e2 MD5 SHA-1	128MB		Card (US)	English voices for Sonic characters
✔	CRC32 fe1ce45d MD5 SHA-1	128MB		Card (EU)	English voices for Sonic characters
✔	CRC32 d77c92c5 MD5 SHA-1	128MB		Card (JP)	Japanese voices for Sonic characters
✔	CRC32 efcc834d MD5 SHA-1	128MB		Card (KR)	English voices for Sonic characters

External links

• Nintendo catalogue pages: Wii: JP, US, US (older), UK, AU, KR; Nintendo DS: JP, US, UK, AU (offline), KR

References

Sonic the Hedgehog games for the following systems

2007  Sonic and the Secret Rings | Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games     2008  Sonic Riders: Zero Gravity | Sonic Unleashed     2009  Sonic and the Black Knight | Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games | Sega Fun Pack: Sonic and the Secret Rings & Super Monkey Ball Banana Blitz     2010  Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing | Sonic Colours     2011  Mario & Sonic at the London 2012 Olympic Games      Demos  Sonic to Himitsu no Ring Taikenban  Prototypes  Sonic and the Black Knight (preview build) | Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games (GamesCom preview build) | Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games (review build)

2005  Sonic Rush     2007  Sonic Rush Adventure     2008  Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games | Sonic Chronicles: The Dark Brotherhood     2009  Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Winter Games | Sega Fun Pack: Sonic Rush & Super Monkey Ball: Touch & Roll     2010  Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing | Sonic Classic Collection | Sonic Colours      Demos  Sonic Rush (E3 demo) | Sonic & Sega All-Stars Racing (demo) | Sonic Colours (demo)  Unreleased  Sonic DS