Gun the Runner
Gun the Runner is a 1-VS-3 Mini-game in Mario Party 8.
Introduction
A bullet-bill helicopter flies in front of a contruction site and opens up to reveal a trio. The trio raises thier guns as the camera turns to look at the solo player at the bottom of the site.
Gameplay
In this game, one player needs jump up platforms to get to the top of a large tower, while the other three attempt to stop him by shooting him/her. When the Runner is hit by a one of them, he/she will be unable to move for 3 seconds, however it takes 1 second to reload a ball. Elevator platforms go up or down and may help the runner. If the runner makes it to the top in 30 seconds, they will win the Mini-game. If the runner is unable to make it, the team will win the Mini-game.
Endings
If the solo player wins, he/she will do a winning pose as the helicopter closes up and flies off with the disappointed trio. If the trio wins, they will do a winning pose on the helicopter as solo player slumps in disappointment on the building.
Controls
Solo player: Hold the Wii controller sideways. Use the directional pad to move and the 2 button to jump. Trio: Hold the Wii controller vertically. Move the controller around to aim and the A or B button to shoot.
