Paper Mario: The Origami King

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  1. LordDoran
    Jul 22, 2020
    0
    Try harder Nintendo. Maybe team with Square and rerelease Super Mario RPG to give us something worth playing.
  2. B3466
    Jul 22, 2020
    9
    Although it’s different from the original two in many ways, The Origami Kings new things allow it to shine up as one of the best in the series. It’s combat is a mix between turn based RPG battles and ring puzzles. The puzzles gain you an attack bonus, and get pretty damn complicated as the game goes on. It’s bosses come in two forms, Vulumentals and Legion of Stationary. Vulamentals areAlthough it’s different from the original two in many ways, The Origami Kings new things allow it to shine up as one of the best in the series. It’s combat is a mix between turn based RPG battles and ring puzzles. The puzzles gain you an attack bonus, and get pretty damn complicated as the game goes on. It’s bosses come in two forms, Vulumentals and Legion of Stationary. Vulamentals are origami beasts that look like bosses you would see in a traditional RPG. Legion of Stationary bosses are office supplies (You learn why as you play the game) that became sentient. They are normally guarding streamers that engulf peaches castle. Along your journey you can free toads, collect treasures, and fill in holes with confetti. Collected toads show up in battle. You can pay them in coins to do special actions in battle, and help you defeat enemies. I think most of the games mechanics work great, and the battles aren’t nearly as repetitive as SS or CS. The main twist is the weapons. They are more powerful than your normal attacks. You can buy them, but be sure to be stocked up as they will break eventually. It’s weapon durability system isn’t nearly as brutal as BoTWs so you don’t need to spend too many coins on them. But stronger enemies will be much easier with the high end weapons, so be sure to have the right amount. It isn’t the Paper Mario for everyone, but it’s still pretty damn good.… Expand
  3. AllINeedIsRetro
    Jul 22, 2020
    5
    I have been totally excited to get my hands on a new Paper Mario and have always been a huge fan of Paper Mario and the Thousand-Year Door, which is a classic.

    The new title in the series has funny dialogues and great cutscenes but fights are a total turn-off. The circles and enemy placements are not really fair. And in boss fights it gets really annoying to place all the rings    I have been totally excited to get my hands on a new Paper Mario and have always been a huge fan of Paper Mario and the Thousand-Year Door, which is a classic.

    The new title in the series has funny dialogues and great cutscenes but fights are a total turn-off. The circles and enemy placements are not really fair. And in boss fights it gets really annoying to place all the rings adequately.

    Apart from that enemies do quite a lot more damage than expected when Mario is hit

    Would have loved to see some normal stage fights again...    … Expand
  4. Liz3108
    Jul 22, 2020
    7
    I love Mario games and I liked this at first, but the wave battles are frustrating, I would much prefer to just jump on the baddies. I spend most of the time trying to avoid the battles and this makes it not fun to play. I really enjoyed the rest of the game and the graphics are amazing. I find Olivia can be a bit annoying, talking a lot. I also didn’t like that you can’t save atI love Mario games and I liked this at first, but the wave battles are frustrating, I would much prefer to just jump on the baddies. I spend most of the time trying to avoid the battles and this makes it not fun to play. I really enjoyed the rest of the game and the graphics are amazing. I find Olivia can be a bit annoying, talking a lot. I also didn’t like that you can’t save at anytime and must reach a checkpoint.
    Main pro : good family style game
    Main con: battles pointless and frustrating    … Expand
  5. NoveyTP
    Jul 22, 2020
    0
    This game was to easy, didn’t even die once my whole play-through... Also weapons break and it’s not even an rpg... Olivia is also too annoying and the humour in this game is cringy
  6. Shushy013
    Jul 21, 2020
    0
    Muy decepcionado, ya no tiene ese estilo como el primer paper Mario si tanto nintendo es una marca innovadora entonces empiezen a hacer juegos que no sean de la saga Mario o zelda
  7. atillaakay
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    Very very charming and always nice to see Nintendo invent new ways to play this game is a must play
  8. JulioJPS
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    10/10, me parece un juego perfecto a pesar de lo que los demas digan, puede que no haya experiencia pero como el juego no es un RPG esto me parece bien, el juego es bieeeen largo lo cual me encanto, todos los lugares se ven increibles y si parece que se esforzaron en hacerlos, completar el juego al 100% no es tan imposible y añade aun mas horas a esta gran aventura, no me importa si no es10/10, me parece un juego perfecto a pesar de lo que los demas digan, puede que no haya experiencia pero como el juego no es un RPG esto me parece bien, el juego es bieeeen largo lo cual me encanto, todos los lugares se ven increibles y si parece que se esforzaron en hacerlos, completar el juego al 100% no es tan imposible y añade aun mas horas a esta gran aventura, no me importa si no es TTYD 2, a mi me parece perfecto.… Expand
  9. DpChihuahua
    Jul 21, 2020
    2
    Really disappointed with this game... Still not an rpg, no unique chars and Peach isn't playable... What else can I say
  10. Dunkem
    Jul 21, 2020
    7
    Beautiful game, beautiful soundtrack, but lacks depth of gameplay. Тhe maximum score for this game is 7/10.
  11. mkl006
    Jul 21, 2020
    0
    I can deal with the removed RPG elements and maybe even some repetitive combat. Unfortunately, not only are combat and puzzle-solving exceedingly easy and boring, they are also disproportionately time-consuming and unrewarding.

    Sadly, this is a game best reserved for little children and their appreciation for the pretty colors.
  12. OJ294
    Jul 21, 2020
    8
    This game takes elements from previous paper mario game styles, while still feeling fresh and new with its unique battle system and plot. The game is similar to sticker star and color splash with no exp and optional battles, but it also pulls elements from the original games such as more unique landscapes, as well as more open world enviorments, not to mention the addition of partnersThis game takes elements from previous paper mario game styles, while still feeling fresh and new with its unique battle system and plot. The game is similar to sticker star and color splash with no exp and optional battles, but it also pulls elements from the original games such as more unique landscapes, as well as more open world enviorments, not to mention the addition of partners (sorta). The game has some cool gimmicks, and whether your filling all the holes with confetti, finding all the missing toads, or collecting all the trophies (which there are a lot of), your sure to have a blast in the newest addition to the franchise. The battle system in the game takes more if a puzzle-like approach, having the player lineup the enemies in a way that they can be taken out before launching their attack. This is a very cool concept, and personally, I live the way it functions in the game. However with all the optional enemy battles littered throughout different areas, it may get repetitive and mayne even boring after a little while. Another main piece of the game is the puzzles, which their is a plethora of. These puzzles, however, are never too grueling, and if younger or more inexperienced players need help they can ask olivia ( your partner throughout the game) for a hint on how to complete it. Th e boss system is very similar to the normal battle system, except instead of mario being in the center attacking his enemies, you have yo solve a puzzle to get to the center to attack the boss, which I adore. Not to mention, each boss brings a creative new gimmick to keep the player guessing on what will happen next. Overall, I think the Origami King is a really good game, and one that truly deserves your time. I had a blast playing through it myself, and while it may not live up to the originals glory, it is an overall really solid title in the franchise.… Expand
  13. Dinerogod
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    I haven’t really played the other paper Mario’s but this is a pretty good game
  14. BlooLii
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    The Game is honestly amazing. And yes i played Paper Mario 2 and i still think that PM Origami king is one of the best paper marios so far. the only thing i miss are the unique character designs, but everything else is a 10/10. characters, humor, story, gameplay, everything. im really sad that the game geta so much hate just because its different from PM 1 and 2
  15. Fancyfilmmaker
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    Note I have never played any Mario game but I’m glad this is my first. It’s funny, beautiful, and super fun! Only complaint is sometimes the battles can get slightly annoying. But other than that it’s really a heartwarming fun game to play during these hard times. Don’t listen to the haters this is a must own for every switch owner
  16. warlock7
    Jul 21, 2020
    7
    Way too much talking from the little origami princess. Somewhat intriguing but generally boring...
  17. ElguapoAlex
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    I love the game, it's my first paper mario game, I love the humor of the game, even the final has a little of it, the combat is great too, is a little annoying but, only a little at the start of the game, I don't like the weapons has limited uses, but has a lot of uses, I believe that was super annoying in color splash and sticker star because only has one use, the the toads in combat areI love the game, it's my first paper mario game, I love the humor of the game, even the final has a little of it, the combat is great too, is a little annoying but, only a little at the start of the game, I don't like the weapons has limited uses, but has a lot of uses, I believe that was super annoying in color splash and sticker star because only has one use, the the toads in combat are super helpful if you pay 999 coins can heal you and can even give you good objects like hammers and more, visually is beautiful, I love it, if you like paper mario saga, you need to play it, and if you want to start with the saga, I recommend you to play it too, you need to play it if you have a Nintendo switch, and one of the best things are the soundtrack it's simply great.



    CONCLUSION
    Is a good game that you must play and is better than colour splash and sticker star and here in metacritic need to has more note in user score    … Expand
  18. ThaylorBR
    Jul 21, 2020
    0
    Not making it available in more specific languages ​​like Portuguese in the middle of 2020 puts an end to games like this, which is an understanding of its history.
  19. ArthurJoelLeo
    Jul 21, 2020
    0
    it's totally awful! A game which is forcing you to fight every god damn monster. Save points are far from each other when you died you will start from the last save point and fight with the monsters again. Also, don't let you run away from the fight. Complicated fight mechanics, totally **** awful. Save your money.
  20. Sagamo89
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    Gran juego muy recomendable!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  21. Peter19
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Paper Mario has never felt more fun than with The Origami King, and its lighthearted feel is the perfect thing for gamers to sit with this summer.
    This game is actually really good. Sure it is not like TTYD but it is still a fun game.

    Great soundtrack
    Amazing visuals
    Interesting environments    … Expand
  22. 820_alvaro
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    Good adventure game, beautiful game, creative fight mechanic and cool Boss Fights. Its Mario game.
  23. pacomantu
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    Lo mejor (sin spoilers):
    -Visualmente es espectacular, por lo colorido que es y también por todos los diseños de escenarios y las figuras de origami.
    -Tiene situaciones muy variadas y originales. Si vas evitando los combates contra los enemigos débiles, no se hace repetitivo en nada. -Los diálogos de los personajes son de lo mejor que he visto en un juego, son un puntazo. Y la    Lo mejor (sin spoilers):
    -Visualmente es espectacular, por lo colorido que es y también por todos los diseños de escenarios y las figuras de origami.
    -Tiene situaciones muy variadas y originales. Si vas evitando los combates contra los enemigos débiles, no se hace repetitivo en nada.
    -Los diálogos de los personajes son de lo mejor que he visto en un juego, son un puntazo. Y la localización a España es perfecta.
    -Los toads. Salvarlos es adictivo.
    Aviso que es un Mario con mucho de Zelda. Exploración y puzzles que te hacen pensar un poco y ser rápido con el mando, pero sin ser muy difícil. En resumen, lo puede jugar cualquiera y se lo pasará genial.    … Expand
  24. Robbyiss
    Jul 21, 2020
    0
    Hey I respect others that genuinely enjoy and praise the game, but I think people are allowed to voice their frustrations of how this game lacks what got them into the series in the first place. Why give a bad review? It's the only small way to let Nintendo know how some of us feel, but it probably won't matter anyways so just vote with your wallet. People who like it will buy it, othersHey I respect others that genuinely enjoy and praise the game, but I think people are allowed to voice their frustrations of how this game lacks what got them into the series in the first place. Why give a bad review? It's the only small way to let Nintendo know how some of us feel, but it probably won't matter anyways so just vote with your wallet. People who like it will buy it, others will not. Buy bug fables… Expand
  25. Mcmardigang
    Jul 21, 2020
    10
    Es una pena que algunos usuarios valoren el juego con 0. Lo hacen por envidia de no tener en sus plataformas un juego exclusivo como este. Basta ya de tanto mediocre. Posiblemente lo incluiría en el top 10 de los juegos de Nintendo. El juego por cierto está estupendo. Es muy entretenido y tiene una música y unos gráficos magníficos.
  26. Willpro
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    A very nice and original game. The boss battles are tricky sometimes and the new characters are funny even though they don't look really unique. Olivia is maybe a bit to present with her tutorials, but her personality is very special and original. The battle system is great and add a bit of complexity to the game... that's good because the rest is a bit too easy. The areas and the musicsA very nice and original game. The boss battles are tricky sometimes and the new characters are funny even though they don't look really unique. Olivia is maybe a bit to present with her tutorials, but her personality is very special and original. The battle system is great and add a bit of complexity to the game... that's good because the rest is a bit too easy. The areas and the musics are so good! That's a win for me.… Expand
  27. Binkledurg
    Jul 21, 2020
    0
    It's just straight up, a bad game. Constant gameplay interruptions with useless dialogue. The coins are insanely bloated and takes away from even wanting to collect them. Filling holes with confetti is the same thing as painting the white spots and it's a terrible idea. Nobody wants to run around hitting everything with a hammer just to be able to fill in the holes. Especially when theIt's just straight up, a bad game. Constant gameplay interruptions with useless dialogue. The coins are insanely bloated and takes away from even wanting to collect them. Filling holes with confetti is the same thing as painting the white spots and it's a terrible idea. Nobody wants to run around hitting everything with a hammer just to be able to fill in the holes. Especially when the only reward for doing so is more coins. The battles are nothing more than tedious. Absolutely no point in doing them and you will find yourself avoiding them to the best of your abilities only to let out a sigh of disappointment when you actually do have to do them. The partners are awful and add absolutely zero value to the game. Olivia atleast had a little bit of creativity but her personality is terrible and all she ever does is repeat the things someone else already said, or say what just happened right in front of you. The main boss designs? Are some of the dumbest I've ever seen. When you use a box of colored pencils as a box, that is complete laziness in my opinion. The jokes are terrible and they never stop. Every chapter has insanely cringe song and dance. Exploration in this game is not rewarding in the slightest. You either find more coins when you always have 10k+ or you find a useless little statue thing that you will never go and look at again. This whole thing with rescuing Toads really needs to not be a thing anymore. There's like 100 Toads to find in every chapter. It really feels like that's all I'm doing is finding Toads and they don't even have any distinct differences. It's just always the same looking Toad. Literally hundreds of times.

    The only redeeming qualities of this game is the world is beautiful. The art team really did go all in with that. Personally I think they went a little too far with the paper aspect of it, but I can't say the world doesn't look really nice. The music, not the cringe song and dance they keep trying to force us to laugh at, but each area's music, the battle music, etc, those are almost all really well done. The boss fights were kinda fun for the first half of the game, but the second half of the game feels more like "let's just hurry up and get this done".

    I mark this game at a 2 because it IS better than SS or CS but it's still an awful game.    … Expand
  28. ABM22
    Jul 21, 2020
    2
    Better than the last one but so so so underwhelming for a Paper Mario game. Very disappointing
  29. Peebe
    Jul 21, 2020
    8
    a good rpg game: it has an interesting and fun story, a different combat system. I'm missing an experience system to increase stats instead of finding them, but I like the evolution of the game
  30. Hylian_Hero
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    This is a fun, creative, and comical adventure through the world of Paper Mario. The visuals are bright, vibrant, and gorgeous, the music is grand and epic, the writing is witty, and the boss battles are innovative and interactive. The only negative I’ve experienced in the 25 hours or so I’ve played is that the normal enemy battles can get tedious after a while. They really only serve theThis is a fun, creative, and comical adventure through the world of Paper Mario. The visuals are bright, vibrant, and gorgeous, the music is grand and epic, the writing is witty, and the boss battles are innovative and interactive. The only negative I’ve experienced in the 25 hours or so I’ve played is that the normal enemy battles can get tedious after a while. They really only serve the purpose of earning coins and confetti. Many enemies are skippable, thankfully, and I think this helps make up for the tedium of the regular battles. I am glad they tried something different with the battle system, even though it isn’t the greatest approach in my opinion. Other than that, I am thoroughly enjoying my time with Paper Mario: The Origami King. There are twists and turns around every corner, and I love all the collectibles. If you enjoy grand adventures through the Mushroom Kingdom with surprises, comedy, and references to other Nintendo titles, then you will enjoy this game.… Expand
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Generally favorable reviews - based on 116 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 87 out of 116
  2. Mixed: 29 out of 116
  3. Negative: 0 out of 116
  1. Ninty Fresh Magazine
    Dec 21, 2020
    70
    The Origami King is a game greater than the sum of its parts. It reaffirms Nintendo’s status as king of innovation, even if the folds don’t quite align. [Issue #2, p.66]
  2. Universo Nintendo
    Dec 16, 2020
    95
    Paper Mario: The Origami King arrives on Nintendo Switch with very high quality graphics, a pleasant soundtrack and a plot full of very good humor, typical of the Paper Mario series. Among countless places to visit, bosses to win, and puzzles to solve, the game can be considered one of the best in the franchise.
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  3. Hey Poor Player
    Oct 29, 2020
    70
    Paper Mario deserves better. The prestige of a Final Fantasy veteran appropriating his magic onto a handicraft world deserves better. The unforgettable wit and lovable cast expanding Mario lore deserves better. And we know that Intelligent Systems can do better than committing themselves to a misguided identity crisis.
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