《瑪利歐 vs. 咚奇剛 突擊！迷你樂園》（Mario vs. Donkey Kong: Mini-Land Mayhem!）是2010年在 Nintendo DS平台發行的動作解謎遊戲，屬於《瑪利歐 vs. 咚奇剛》系列的第四部作品。延續系列的核心玩法，主打「迷你瑪利歐」（Mini Mario）機器人的機關解謎路線，並進一步擴展關卡設計與創意，讓玩家在各種挑戰中發揮策略思考。

故事發生在「迷你樂園」（Mini-Land），這是一座由瑪利歐社長主經營的遊樂園，專門展示「迷你瑪利歐」機器人，吸引許多遊客前來參觀。然而，就在遊樂園開幕之際，咚奇剛也來到現場，想要獲得「迷你寶琳」機器人。由於前100張門票已全數售罄，無法拿到贈品的第101位的咚奇剛，憤怒的直接闖入樂園並綁架真正的寶琳，企圖將她帶走。為拯救碧姬公主，瑪利歐決定帶領「迷你瑪利歐」們展開救援行動，搭乘列車穿越樂園中的各種主題區域，解開層層機關，最終與咚奇剛對決，奪回寶琳。整個關卡設計以遊樂園不同的區域為基礎，每個區域都有獨特的機關與挑戰，讓玩家體驗不同的遊戲元素。

與系列前作類似，本作的主要玩法圍繞著引導「迷你瑪利歐」機器人安全到達關卡終點，而非直接控制角色行動。需要在關卡內透過觸控筆操作機關，例如建立橋樑、移動平台、旋轉齒輪等，確保「迷你瑪利歐」們能夠順利避開障礙物與敵人，並成功到達終點旗桿。

關卡設計強調物理解謎與連鎖反應，要精確計算機關的擺放位置與時機，確保機器人能夠按照計劃前進。與前作相比，增加更多互動元素，例如能夠放置階梯、控制彈簧板，甚至利用磁鐵來改變「迷你瑪利歐」的行進方向，使解謎的變化更加豐富。此外，每個世界的最後關卡都是與咚奇剛的戰鬥，這些Boss戰不同於一般關卡，通常需要善用關卡內的機關來攻擊咚奇剛，而不是直接控制角色攻擊。這些戰鬥通常需要一定的策略與觀察敵人行動模式，增添更多挑戰性。

主要由八個世界組成，每個世界都有八個關卡，，各一個頭目關卡跟一個迷你遊戲。還有20關的「讀秒舞台」、10關的「特殊舞台」，以及最終與咚奇剛的Boss戰。每個世界都有獨特的主題與機關設計，例如：

雲霄飛車區域：關卡內有高速移動的平台與滑道，需要精確計算時機來控制「迷你瑪利歐」的行進路線。

鬼屋區域：充滿幽靈與隱藏機關，要巧妙利用燈光來驅散鬼魂，讓機器人能夠順利前進。

工廠區域：大量傳送帶與磁鐵機關，考驗如何調整機器人的移動方向，避免掉入陷阱。

除主線關卡，還提供額外的挑戰模式，包括時間挑戰與高難度關卡，能夠進一步測試自己的解謎能力。還內建關卡編輯器，可以自行設計關卡並與其他玩家分享，增加整體耐玩度。

當年推出後獲得廣泛好評，特別是其創新的解謎機制與多樣化的關卡設計深受玩家喜愛。IGN給予本作7/10的評分，稱讚關卡設計富有創意，並且操作直覺，讓人能夠輕鬆上手但仍具有挑戰性。GameSpot也給出8/10，認為遊戲的機關設計非常精巧，特別是Boss戰的創意讓闖關更加有趣。然而，也有部分玩家認為遊戲的難度曲線較為平緩，前期關卡相對簡單，導致遊戲前半段缺乏挑戰性。此外，雖然加入關卡編輯器，但由於Nintendo DS的網路功能有限，玩家之間的關卡分享不夠便利，減少這項功能的實用性。

儘管如此，本作仍然被視為《瑪利歐 vs. 咚奇剛》系列的高峰之一，成功融合解謎、策略與動作元素，帶來充滿樂趣與挑戰的遊戲體驗。對於喜愛解謎與機關挑戰的玩家來說，是值得嘗試的作品，特別是在Nintendo DS平台上，它展現觸控操作的最大優勢，帶來獨特的遊戲感受。

Mario vs. Donkey Kong: Mini-Land Mayhem! is an action-puzzle game released in 2010 for the Nintendo DS. It is the fourth installment in the Mario vs. Donkey Kong series, continuing the core gameplay centered around guiding Mini Mario robot toys through intricate puzzle-based levels. This entry expands on level design and creativity, encouraging players to think strategically through various challenges.

Story

The game takes place in Mini-Land, an amusement park operated by Mario that showcases Mini Mario robots, attracting visitors from all over. During the grand opening, Donkey Kong arrives hoping to obtain a Mini Pauline robot. However, since the first 100 tickets have already been sold out, Donkey Kong—being the 101st in line—finds himself unable to get one. Enraged, he storms into the park and kidnaps the real Pauline, attempting to take her away.

To rescue Pauline, Mario leads the Mini Mario toys on a mission across the amusement park. They travel by train through different themed areas, solving puzzles and overcoming obstacles, culminating in a final showdown with Donkey Kong to reclaim Pauline. Each level is designed around different sections of the amusement park, offering unique mechanics and challenges to keep gameplay fresh and engaging.

Gameplay and Mechanics

As in previous entries, the core gameplay revolves around guiding Mini Mario robots safely to the goal, rather than directly controlling Mario himself. Players must use the stylus to manipulate various elements within the level, such as building bridges, moving platforms, and rotating gears, ensuring the Mini Marios can avoid obstacles and reach the finish line.

Levels emphasize physics-based puzzles and chain reactions, requiring precise placement and timing of interactive elements. Compared to previous titles, this game introduces more mechanics, such as placing ladders, controlling springboards, and using magnets to alter the movement of the Mini Marios, adding greater depth and variety to the puzzle-solving experience.

Each world concludes with a boss battle against Donkey Kong. Unlike regular levels, these fights require players to use the environment and interactive elements strategically to attack Donkey Kong, rather than directly engaging him. Observing Donkey Kong’s movement patterns and using the right timing is crucial to overcoming these challenges.

Levels and Challenges

The game consists of eight main worlds, each featuring eight levels, along with a boss battle and a mini-game stage. Additionally, there are 20 "Time Attack" stages, 10 "Special Stages," and the final boss battle against Donkey Kong. Each world introduces distinct themes and mechanics, such as:

Roller Coaster Zone – Features high-speed moving platforms and slides, requiring precise timing to guide the Mini Marios.

Haunted House Zone – Filled with ghosts and hidden mechanisms; players must use lights to disperse ghosts and clear a path for the Mini Marios.

Factory Zone – Includes conveyor belts and magnet-based puzzles, challenging players to manipulate movement direction and avoid traps.

In addition to the main levels, the game offers extra challenge modes, including Time Attack and high-difficulty bonus levels, allowing players to further test their puzzle-solving skills. There is also a level editor, enabling players to create their own stages and share them with others, increasing the game’s replayability.

Reception and Legacy

Upon release, Mario vs. Donkey Kong: Mini-Land Mayhem! received positive reviews, particularly for its innovative puzzle mechanics and diverse level designs. IGN rated it 7/10, praising its creative level design and intuitive controls, which make it easy to pick up yet still challenging. GameSpot awarded it 8/10, highlighting the clever puzzle elements and engaging boss battles, which added excitement to the gameplay.

However, some players felt that the difficulty curve was too gradual, with the early stages being relatively easy, making the first half of the game less challenging. Additionally, while the level editor was a welcome addition, the limited Nintendo DS online functionality made sharing user-created levels inconvenient, reducing the feature’s overall usefulness.

Despite these minor drawbacks, the game is regarded as one of the best entries in the Mario vs. Donkey Kong series. It successfully blends puzzle-solving, strategy, and action elements, delivering a fun and rewarding experience. For fans of puzzle-based challenges, Mini-Land Mayhem! is a must-try, especially as it fully utilizes the Nintendo DS’s touchscreen mechanics to provide a unique and engaging gameplay experience.