Paper Mario: The Origami King

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  1. pittu
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    This video game is pure art, the art style and level design are pure magic. Another gem to complement the Switch lineup which has been a bit scarce lately.
  2. Peruggino
    Jan 3, 2023
    10
    Nos ha gustado mucho a mi hijo Leo de 6 años y a mi. Hemos vivido muchas aventuras super chulas. Y nos íbamos pasando el mando para compartir. Hemos conocido muchos personajes que nos han emocionado. Me han encantado los doblegaciones de los papeles elementales. Recomendamos que todo el mundo lo juegue.
  3. TANYRANY
    Jul 22, 2021
    10
    Amazing game 10 is well deserved rating beautiful graphics and insanely good music
  4. aceutosh
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Really like how charming this game is. This is my paper Mario experience and love the world building and complexity of the combat.
  5. gecko_9
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    A masterpiece. True innovation, a fresh air to the saga paper mario. Soundtrack is absolute amazing with a lot catchy tunes of diferent genres, new combat style is so much fun and original, graphics are incredible beautiful and the best part its the dialogues, full of humor, you will laugh a lot!
  6. LeGame
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    This game is probably a masterpiece. It's not an RPG, and was never meant to be one. Were other Paper Mario's actually RPG's? What role could you play other than Mario?

    So Nintendo has come up with different incentive to fight enemies other than XP and leveling up (I won't spoil it), but it's basically XP in another form, which is actually impressively clever. The battle system is turn    This game is probably a masterpiece. It's not an RPG, and was never meant to be one. Were other Paper Mario's actually RPG's? What role could you play other than Mario?

    So Nintendo has come up with different incentive to fight enemies other than XP and leveling up (I won't spoil it), but it's basically XP in another form, which is actually impressively clever. The battle system is turn based, but not what the "we want an RPG" crowd wants. So they want turn based battles where you stand in a row and select actions. I mean, that's basically what this is, with the addition of a puzzle on top of the fighting. And it grows on you as it becomes more complex.

    The game is a pleasure to play, and there's constant humor and surprises. The game actually oozes atmosphere, which I wasn't expecting at all. And it has brilliantly designed levels, and even more so the further you get in.

    If you like high-quality first party Nintendo games, there's no reason you wouldn't like this. It's a great game to play after months of Animal Crossing.    … Expand
  7. Goodnightmoon
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Critics are right, this game is fantastic, gameplay works, graphics are amazing, music is awesome and the writing is so fun. This is one of the funniest experiences on Switch, people is blinded by nostalgia.
  8. 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
  9. Animespora
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Excellent writing and overall presentation. The game is not easy and will challenge you with its divisive battle system that I personally really enjoy. It’s a celebration of everything Mario with plenty of jokes and events to keep you engaged. Highly recommended.
  10. ryry117
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Best Paper Mario game since TTYD and a great RPG.

    The music is great. The characters are awesome. There are unique rememberable ones and then also hilarious funny ones. Tons of production value in this game, I'm honestly surprised. I can't really say anything without spoilers but the team who made this must have had a blast. Combat gets a little old but it is fast which makes    Best Paper Mario game since TTYD and a great RPG.

    The music is great.

    The characters are awesome. There are unique rememberable ones and then also hilarious funny ones.

    Tons of production value in this game, I'm honestly surprised. I can't really say anything without spoilers but the team who made this must have had a blast.

    Combat gets a little old but it is fast which makes up for it. I haven't wanted to skip any enemy I see yet.

    I love your companions.

    COLLECTIBLES!

    Seriously 10/10 I love this game.    … Expand
  11. abvilla
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Paper Mario es un juego muy divertido, muchos ignorantes lo trataron de repetitivo, pero es todo lo contrario, las batallas te hacen pensar y con cada nuevo enemigo, hace que plantees aún más la estrategia y para que decir de los jefes. La música es como siempre muy buena y agradable, la historia te atrapa desde el principio, los gráficos y el detalle de los escenarios están muy bienPaper Mario es un juego muy divertido, muchos ignorantes lo trataron de repetitivo, pero es todo lo contrario, las batallas te hacen pensar y con cada nuevo enemigo, hace que plantees aún más la estrategia y para que decir de los jefes. La música es como siempre muy buena y agradable, la historia te atrapa desde el principio, los gráficos y el detalle de los escenarios están muy bien cuidados y da gusto recorrerlos, los diálogos te hacen reír y pasarlo bien, sin excesos ni falta de estos. Cada Mario tiene algo que lo hace único y este no es la excepción, es un grandioso juego que hay que jugar sí o sí.… Expand
  12. Darthpibe
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Great and fun, with beautiful graphics, awesome characters and great gameplay.
  13. LukeG
    Sep 23, 2020
    10
    This game is a masterpiece! The combat/battle/fighting system/mechanics some critique is basically a puzzle. This game is for true fans and gamers. Very fun and highly recommended.
  14. Ignacio_chau98
    Jul 24, 2020
    10
    He sido fan de Paper Mario desde los 7 años aproximadamente y he jugado todas las entregas menos "Color Splash", sin embargo, a pesar de que la saga ha ido alejándose de los elementos RPG clásicos de las 2 primeras entregas, este es uno de los mejores Paperr Mario que han existido.
    Grandes visuales, una fantástica banda sonora, grandes personajes y una historia simple pero atractiva.
    Es    He sido fan de Paper Mario desde los 7 años aproximadamente y he jugado todas las entregas menos "Color Splash", sin embargo, a pesar de que la saga ha ido alejándose de los elementos RPG clásicos de las 2 primeras entregas, este es uno de los mejores Paperr Mario que han existido.
    Grandes visuales, una fantástica banda sonora, grandes personajes y una historia simple pero atractiva.
    Es una espectacular mezcla de un montón de elementos que han estado presentes en todos los juegos, ya sean los compañeros, un sistema de batalla que mezcla la escencia de las entregas clásicas y modernas de la saga, una historia más elaborada y llamativa con personajes entrañables, elementos RPGs que pese a su simpleza, logran dar progreso al juego sin que sean necesarios los "Puntos de experiencia" (Exp.).
    Es un juego altamente disfrutable por todo el mundo pero debes tener una mente abierta para jugarlo y darle una oportunidad, que sin duda la merece.
    Personalmente, este juego esta arriba en mi Top 3 de la saga, superando a Super Paper Mario.    … Expand
  15. danjudo09
    Jul 28, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Um Ótimo game, história cativante e incrível! Jogo superou minhas espectavas, vi vários comentários falando mal do jogo, mas quem falou mal não jogou nem 8 horas de jogo, não tem como falar mal deste jogo! Realmente é um RPG de responsa, indico ele para todos! Nota 10 Nintendo fazendo mais uma vez história e revolucionando os modos de lutas de turnos!… Expand
  16. Vlah
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    This is a fun and imaginative SUPER MARIO game, not an RPG (was never meant to be one), fun gameplay, fun exploration, precious graphics and will let you with a smile in your face each time you play it, ¿isn't that what really matters in a videoGAME? it's a good investment in entertainment.
    Don't be fooled by the review bombing from last of us 2 fanboys, it's not the fault of this game    This is a fun and imaginative SUPER MARIO game, not an RPG (was never meant to be one), fun gameplay, fun exploration, precious graphics and will let you with a smile in your face each time you play it, ¿isn't that what really matters in a videoGAME? it's a good investment in entertainment.
    Don't be fooled by the review bombing from last of us 2 fanboys, it's not the fault of this game that their game sucks so badly.    … Expand
  17. GARU94
    Jul 22, 2020
    10
    After playing it for 40 hours until 100% completion I can say that this is easily one of the most grate surprises Nintendo has given me in years. After the boringly disappointing Sticker Star and its sequel Color Splash that didn't do enough to improve upon it, Intelligent Systems managed to get their stuff together and delivered the best Paper Mario experience since the beloved ThousandAfter playing it for 40 hours until 100% completion I can say that this is easily one of the most grate surprises Nintendo has given me in years. After the boringly disappointing Sticker Star and its sequel Color Splash that didn't do enough to improve upon it, Intelligent Systems managed to get their stuff together and delivered the best Paper Mario experience since the beloved Thousand Year Door despite insisting on departing from its RPG roots. The Origami King is a beautiful, charming and fun Adventure game that is more similar to a Zelda game than any other Mario game out there, and it managed to keep me hooked in its world for the entire duration of it.

    I know this game is probably going to be a bit divisive among long time fans of the series, but for what it is, Origami King stands on its own as one of Nintendo's most refined adventures in recent times. Go play it for yourself and stop doubting the direction its taken, this time they got it right    … Expand
  18. sonicpulsar
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Absolutely love this new Paper Mario:
    - Beautiful clean graphics
    - Satisfying use of confetti, tools and weapons
    - Motion controls for the extensible hands
    - Open World with great characters
    - Very funny
    - Outstanding OST
    - Innovative battle system
  19. Jax360
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    Presentation. 8/10
    Graphics TV. 8/10
    Graphics Handheld. 10/10
    Music. 10/10
    Controls. 10/10
    Gameplay. 9.5/10
    Funfactor. 10/10
  20. HorusVenus1210
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Se ve claramente una evolución, no se puede esperar que sea idéntico a versiones previas, sin duda un gran juego que sigue conservando ese nivel de dificultad.
  21. GooMatt
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Greta game, fun and challenging. I recommend this game for everyone. Also fun for all Mario fans and geaphics are great too Mx. game is very funny
  22. SternRitter
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Best Paper Mario since Super Paper Mario! Amazing visuals, great writing and dialogue, loveable cast of characters, and intuitive and combat! What's not to love?! I don't understand the hate!
  23. e99y
    Feb 7, 2021
    10
    This game is really really well designed. I love every minutes playing it. The graphic, music, gameplay and story are combine together perfectly into exciting adventure experience.
  24. Jdd2102
    Jul 18, 2020
    10
    This Game is excelent the mechanics, characters and combat are amazing. Great game
  25. BirdSquanchy
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    The best Paper Mario since Gamecube's. Amazing soundtrack, original battle system, beautiful art style and funny dialogues. Play it and enjoy this excellent RPG!
  26. johnseer
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Excelente juego de aventura con un sistema de combate diferente e innovador, tiene aspectos positivos que recuerdan a los juegos anteriores de la saga e implementa nuevas mecánicas.
  27. King_Sammer
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    Very good game. Lovely visuals and memorable moments. Fun and unique battle system with actual attacks rather than cards or stickers. Though the companions throughout this game might seem bland and unoriginal on the outside, on the inside, they are filled with personality and life, especially Olivia. This game boasts a beautiful open-world layout that creates a sense of connectivity andVery good game. Lovely visuals and memorable moments. Fun and unique battle system with actual attacks rather than cards or stickers. Though the companions throughout this game might seem bland and unoriginal on the outside, on the inside, they are filled with personality and life, especially Olivia. This game boasts a beautiful open-world layout that creates a sense of connectivity and realism throughout the game. I recommend you pick this game up, unless you haven't let go of The Thousand-Year Door yet.… Expand
  28. DSAxMAVERICK
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Muy buen juego con el sello que siempre caracteriza a los juegos de Nintendo , muy entretenido y colorido .
  29. Travisra
    Aug 3, 2020
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 'An emotional fold in the right direction'
    -Travis Lee As a fan of the older games in the series like Paper Mario 64, Thousand Year Door, and Super Paper Mario, I'm quite pleased at this huge step in the right direction in Paper Mario: The Oragami King. This game is much wanted sequel TTYD that we all want. Yet, this game is one big step in that direction. It's as if they're testing the water, whilst trying to prove a point to Nintendo and Miyamoto who placed restriction on the Paper Mario Series ever since Production of Paper Mario: Stocker Star.This new entry in the series is a complete masterpiece in it's own right. Hence, it pulls off a 10 out of 10 score from me. You see this game is full of laughs, yet, it knows its fanbase well and that most of that fan base are adults. Thus, they've managed to add some much needed adult humor, easter eggs, and an emotional rollercoaster throughout this paper adventure. Intelligent Systems doesnt pull thier punches when it comes to emotional story telling, not one bit! Now, regarding battles there is still no XP to be warned, yet they make the coin system work! Every moment of this game is pure fun, nothing feels tedious and collecting toads are the incredibly fun. Keep up the great work Intelligent Systems, I know the next game will be even more astounding, oh, I cant wait!    … Expand
  30. kuiriz
    Jul 20, 2020
    10
    muy bonito nunca habia jugado un paper mario y me gustó mucho, está padrisimo
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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
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  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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