Mario Party 2 is a virtual board game-style party video game developed by Hudson Soft and published by Nintendo for the N64 console. Released as the second installment in the Mario Party series, it enhances its predecessor's elements by offering new boards, mini-games, and costumes. Players take turns rolling dice to move around themed boards, aiming to collect coins and stars, while competing in various mini-games that test reflexes and strategy. With its colorful graphics and engaging multiplayer experience, it falls firmly within the party genre, providing endless fun for up to four players.