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Paper Mario
Universal acclaim
Based on 15 critic reviews
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Based on 55 votes
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Game Info
Publisher: Nintendo
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Genre(s): Role-Playing Game
Players: 1
ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
Release Date: February 5, 2001
Summary
The semi-sequel to the Square-developed Super NES title "Super Mario RPG," Paper Mario's Mushroom Kingdom characters are clearly its only features which are two-dimensional.
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What The Critics Said
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Games Radar UK (Pre-2006)
No matter what your tastes are, after just an hour in Mario's new world, we can guarantee that you?ll not want to move from your chair. Ever.
Read Full Review >Hot Games
Deceptively deep, this is the new blueprint for action RPGs and one of the last must-haves for the N64.
Read Full Review >Core Magazine
Easily one of the best games available for the N64, Paper Mario is a fantastic experience that shouldn't be missed.
Read Full Review >Daily Radar
If you're severely allergic to overly cute-and-cuddly games, take some Dramamine before heading off on Mario's adventure.
Nintendojo
While said story may not live up to the expectations of most RPG fans, or fans of Super Mario RPG, it is far better and more interesting than the typical 'stories' you have to endure in a Mario game.
Read Full Review >Da Gameboyz
With its light-hearted plot, loveable characters, innovative gameplay and perfectly fitting music, this game should appeal to anyone and everyone.
Electric Playground
What it does have is a great story, fun puzzles, and epic battles. Any RPG fan would be absolutely nuts to pass on Paper Mario.
Read Full Review >GameSpot
With stunning graphics, excellent sound, and extremely solid gameplay, Paper Mario is a quality game on all fronts.
Read Full Review >Gaming Maxx
With a standout graphical look to it, and the great traditional RPG style, Paper Mario is certainly one of the best RPG games out there.
Read Full Review >Gaming Age
Not only is Paper Mario a superb RPG, but it's also another quality N64 game that simply shouldn't be missed.
Read Full Review >IGN
Underneath its 2D surface, Paper Mario is a fantastically deep, intuitively designed, and wonderfully rewarding experience complete with enhanced takes on old-school turn-based fighting mechanics and a statistic system that would satisfy any RPG fanatic.
Read Full Review >Happy Puppy
Much like Journey's Greatest Hits CD, it takes the best of the '80s and serves up a timeless experience. It's a classic in the best sense of the word.
Read Full Review >GameShark
What makes the game so visually stunning is the multitude of graphical styles.
Read Full Review >Game Revolution
The story is delivered with a good dose of humor, taking occasional potshots at Mario's past. The familiarity of the world is one of the game's greatest assets, and Nintendo does a great job keeping its tradition alive.
Read Full Review >GamePro
Despite having a unique look, the visuals certainly aren't the highlight of Paper Mario. It's the fun adventure, mixing intuitive controls and straightforward gameplay that make this a great addition to the N64 library.
Read Full Review >What Our Users Said
The average user rating for this game is 9.3 (out of 10) based on 55 User Votes
Note: User votes are NOT included in the Metascore calculation.
Chris B gave it a10:
This is one of the greatest games for the N64. If you have an N64, buy it. If you don't, get it for the Virtual Console. If you don't have either. Then go to a friend's house, because not playing this game would be a terrible thing.
Aleah H gave it a10:
Fun gameplay, amazing music, creative, and oozing with charm, Paper Mario is definitely one of the top five games on the N64. There are plenty of side quests that will keep you playing even years after you've completed it.
Alan gave it a10:
A majestic mix of platforming and rpg. One of the greatest games of all time.
Mr. Paper Mario gave it a10:
this is on my top 10 list :) its also got 97th place on IGN top 100 in 2008 - not bad considering the thousands of games out there
Mark M. gave it a10:
Honestly, my favourite game ever. Every moment is just perfect.
Aleksi K gave it a10:
Rather easy and simple, but also fun and innovative. Great fun and a definite future classic.
Shawn L gave it a10:
A really awesome RPG game that has an awesome story and overall a really special experience.
