Paper Mario
Also known as: Zhi Pian Mario | Mario Story | Super Mario RPG 2
Paper Mario, a turn-based JRPG entry in the Mario franchise with a paper-based aesthetic and platforming elements, sees the titular character working his way through the Mushroom Kingdom's diverse locales and biomes, meeting its inhabitants, fighthing unruly enemies and recruiting an array of companions in order to once again save Princess Peach from the clutches of the evil Koopa King Bowser.
RPGAdventure
Released
11 Aug 2000
26 years ago
WiiNintendo 64Wii U
N/A
VGDB Score
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93
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Overview
Summary
Paper Mario, a turn-based JRPG entry in the Mario franchise with a paper-based aesthetic and platforming elements, sees the titular character working his way through the Mushroom Kingdom's diverse locales and biomes, meeting its inhabitants, fighthing unruly enemies and recruiting an array of companions in order to once again save Princess Peach from the clutches of the evil Koopa King Bowser.
Description
About This Game
After Bowser™ steals the Star Rod and kidnaps Princess Peach™, Mario™
plots to rescue the seven Star Spirits and free the Mushroom Kingdom
from the Koopa's rule. As Mario travels from the tropical jungles of
Lavalava Island to the frosty heights of Shiver Mountain, he'll need all
the help he can get. Master the abilities of the seven Star Spirits and
the other allies joining the adventure to aid our hero on the
battlefield. There are over 50 Badges to locate that, when equipped,
will grant special abilities and powerful attacks. The turn-based battle
system will make fighting Bowser's baddies equal parts strategy and
timing. Discover over 100 items, mix them together, and cook up
fantastic creations that will send your enemies' spinning and fleeing.
Close the book on Bowser's story before his evil deeds turn the world
upside down and only his wishes come true!
This classic game is part of the Virtual Console service, which brings you great games created for consoles such as NES™, Super NES™ and Game Boy™ Advance. We hope you'll enjoy the new features (including off-TV play) that have been added to this title. See more Virtual Console games for Wii U.
