What side quest in a Nintendo game has given you the most unexpected joy?

[killamch89]

Sometimes, it’s a small detour off the main path that steals your heart - a quirky fetch quest or a hidden puzzle you almost skipped. Which Nintendo side quest surprised you with its storytelling, reward, or sheer whimsy?

[Scorpion]

The "Gathering the Crew" side quest in *Super Mario Odyssey* brought unexpected joy. Finding each character and seeing their reactions was charming, adding delightful depth to the main adventure and making the world feel more alive.

[killamch89]

The Frog Coin collection in Super Mario RPG seemed trivial at first but led to the surprising depth of Frog Coin trading. Finding these special coins throughout the world, then discovering an entire shadow economy based around them with unique items and rewards was brilliantly executed progression design.