Paper Mario: Color Splash

 Wii U
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  1. WreckingDan
    Oct 26, 2016
    10
    This game did nearly everything right Sticker Star did wrong! Beautiful World Design! Very good Dialogues! Good Story! Very epic, catchy and touching Finale! I love this game! It has so many references to PM2!
  2. SOLIDSNAKEN64
    Nov 10, 2016
    7
    *Story is about the same as all the other PM games
    *Dialoge is definitiv funny
    *Graphics look amazing/ best PM game I've ever seen. Played them all since 1000 year door. *Gameplay is lacking. About half way through the game and it gets very repetitive. stripped off all RPG elements :( *Music is Amazing!! *Puzzles are not that difficult *kind of a rehash of sticker star If your a    *Story is about the same as all the other PM games
    *Dialoge is definitiv funny
    *Graphics look amazing/ best PM game I've ever seen. Played them all since 1000 year door.
    *Gameplay is lacking. About half way through the game and it gets very repetitive. stripped off all RPG elements :(
    *Music is Amazing!!
    *Puzzles are not that difficult
    *kind of a rehash of sticker star
    If your a PM fan like me pick it up you will enjoy it. I would wait for it to go on sale, If N ever puts it on sale.    … Expand
  3. MatiQuintana
    Nov 6, 2016
    10
    Aun no lo he terminado. Pero por el momento es un gran juego!! Y solo para compensar injustas calificaciones, le otorgo un 10.

    Creo que no debemos olvidar el esfuerzo que hace Nintendo en cada entrega para innovar constantemente. GRACIAS POR SER ASÍ
  4. kakastacio
    Dec 21, 2016
    10
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  5. thenerdynerd99
    Jan 23, 2017
    8
    This is probably the best RPG on the Wii U. The graphics are stunning and the storyline is great. But the battle system is one I really don't car for. Nevertheless, this is a great swan song for the old Wii U
  6. mmataruga
    Jan 2, 2017
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. For starters, this is a great game, almost thought it deserved a 9.
    First, after seeing the reviews I was really not expecting a lot at all. They made it sound like an awful game, but I am a big fan of Nintendo and Mario, specifically paper Mario, so I decided to give it a try. I have played most of the other paper Mario games so I thought it was mandatory to try this one nonetheless. Keeping in mind that I have also played sticker star and majority of the reviews said it was too similar to sticker star.
    The game has beautiful design and artwork, the paper aspect is really great and nice to look at. Definitely a lot of detail. As well as the music is great and diverse. I enjoy the paint idea and I love the many levels and how different they all are .
    Now the flaws, as I was trying to be so positive, this game is TRULY veryyyyyy similar to sticker star. If someone told me it was called sticker star 2 I would have believed it. If I have not ever played sticker star, I would have given this game a 9 or 10. It is really a great game but the amount of similarities it has to sticker star kind of disappointed me. It took away some of the excitement and surprises. Although this is true, it still is a very separate game, has different levels, just has parallel concepts to sticker star. Considering that the paper Mario games so far were all very different from each other I was kind of shocked about this. Another thing I dislike is that the boss is related to/is bowser. I liked that in other paper Mario games the boss was someone else that added some interest and unpredictability. Other things like the dialogue are pretty good, and not cringy like most games, I enjoy reading what all the characters have to say and I enjoy that they all have very different personalities. Also, I like that after you are finished one level, you do go back to it later. For example, you must go back to find a certain object or something to help you later in the game. It adds the feeling like you are in a world as opposed to just levels.
    Overall, very enjoyable game, I really recommend trying it out whichever kind of gamer you are. I had fun playing it and I believe most others will too.    … Expand
  7. GranTheftWalrus
    Feb 3, 2017
    8
    Much better than hate leads me to believe, a great game to end the Wii U's fun legacy. The graphics are amazing, the writing is the best it's ever been, and the variety is off the charts. My one problem is how long it takes to do battles, it made me not want to battle as much.
  8. Jovanni319
    Mar 4, 2017
    8
    Fun game,i like the story and the gameplay, really the only problem i have with this game is the battle system and roshambo temples but besides that it is fun
  9. theblandidea
    Mar 13, 2017
    8
    now i have not played thousand year door so this review has no bias now first i will talk about the positives of this game first it is hilarious just wow also its a beautiful game the colours are vibrant and everything looks very clean now for the more negative things the battle system is a bit frustrating but not as bad as sticker star and you can,t level up which is a bit disappointingnow i have not played thousand year door so this review has no bias now first i will talk about the positives of this game first it is hilarious just wow also its a beautiful game the colours are vibrant and everything looks very clean now for the more negative things the battle system is a bit frustrating but not as bad as sticker star and you can,t level up which is a bit disappointing but still this is a fun game… Expand
  10. iMustang
    Mar 26, 2019
    8
    This game has it's ups and downs, but definitely more ups. For starters, the biggest appeal of the game is it's beautiful graphic presentation. The whole world looks like a stop motion film using only craft supplies, and it's aesthetically pleasing. The humor that the previous games was famous for was in no short comings either, as you're constantly smiling and occasionally laughing at theThis game has it's ups and downs, but definitely more ups. For starters, the biggest appeal of the game is it's beautiful graphic presentation. The whole world looks like a stop motion film using only craft supplies, and it's aesthetically pleasing. The humor that the previous games was famous for was in no short comings either, as you're constantly smiling and occasionally laughing at the witty writing. And the boss fights were always a challenge, so much so I spent over 3 hours on the final boss alone! This game is not without downfalls though; there is very little direction at all, to the point it's nearly impossible to play without a guide. There's no direct chapters or levels indicating where you're suppose to go or what you're suppose to do, or even indirect hints to help you get there. I would have much preferred if they had taken a direct approach like the previous games, as the way they handled this led to a lot of backtracking and frustration due to everything being all over the place.

    As someone who, from the suggestion of countless people, skipped Sticker Star, I have to say if you only look at the console releases of the games this was definitely a solid entry in the line. It doesn't match up to the original or Thousand Year Door, but it's about as enjoyable as Super Paper Mario. I hope the next entry of the franchise can pull back to that level of quality, but only time will tell.    … Expand
  11. Skullkidfan
    Jun 20, 2019
    9
    It ok, I don't like the card based turn battle, but the story is great, plus the color paint fresh up paper Mario
  12. Marluxia
    Sep 29, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. Estava com um pé atrás mas achei o jogo muito divertido, vi comentários negativos mas eu gostei do jogo.… Expand
  13. Morton
    Dec 20, 2020
    10
    Garfik, Humor, Soundtrack ist einfach alles geil. Paper Mario Color Splash ist und bleibt mein Lieblingsspiel forever
  14. CB186
    Jan 5, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This is not the Paper Mario game that most fans wanted. However, the worlds, characters and general story is filled with charm. My fears going into the game after the 3DS' Paper Mario Sticker Star were very high however most parts of this game include the stuff that makes the first 3 entries so memorable.

    Colour Splash is absolutely gorgeous and takes the paper look of Sticker Star and greatly expands on it. Whether you are riding a pirate ship across a cardboard ocean or trying to stop a runaway train, the art style of colour splash is fantastic and incredibly clever.

    The game is not only fun but funny too and while all the games in this series are funny, I believe that Colour Splash is definitely the funniest. The main cast and just random characters have multiple entertaining moments and use the paper art style to their advantage to make it even funnier.

    While this game is fantastic and a must-play to any Wii U owners, hard core paper Mario fans may be disappointed with the flawed battle system and the story which is nothing compared to the fantastic adventures told in Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door and Super Paper Mario. Once again, Bowser is the villain of the story, however he's possessed by Black Paint. While this is different to a classic Mario setup, it felt a little similar to the "story" of Sticker Star.
    The Battle System was the biggest problem of Paper Mario Sticker Star. There was no reason to battle due the absence of Experience Points and the reward of coins for battling. Colour Splash is an improvement but still far worse than the battle system of the first two games on the N64 and Gamecube. There are experience points in the little paint brushes that can be used to upgrade your maximum paint capacity but this is still not as fun and useful as the Star Points system from the first two games and also the level-up system from Super Paper Mario. It is good, but battling is still not as fun as the original games.

    Overall, Paper Mario Colour Splash is an excellent game but Paper Mario fans may be disappointed. It is my 4th favourite of my favourite series and perfect for Mario fans too.    … Expand
  15. TheMarvelousMrL
    Jun 2, 2021
    0
    I can not describe how disgusted I am with Nintendo for creating this good for nothing sorry excuse cringe inducing sludge fest for a Paper Mario Game and for a video game in general, This is basically Sticker Star 2 but now with more cringey memetic joke's, annoying overused paper pun's, uninteresting character's consisting yet again of unlikable generic Toad's, a horrible and tediousI can not describe how disgusted I am with Nintendo for creating this good for nothing sorry excuse cringe inducing sludge fest for a Paper Mario Game and for a video game in general, This is basically Sticker Star 2 but now with more cringey memetic joke's, annoying overused paper pun's, uninteresting character's consisting yet again of unlikable generic Toad's, a horrible and tedious gameplay mechanic that is even worse than the previous game and an artstyle that is so over emphasized on the paper aesthetic that it is to the point where it is visually unappealing to look at. and if you thought the bosses were uninteresting in Sticker Star, this game up's the bland scale to a whole new level by reusing the god dang overused and uninteresting Koopaling's for the millionth time in a Mario game, Sticker Star's bosses may not have been anything to write home about but at least there was a small amount of variety with those bosses compared to the bosses in this game. I could go on and on listing every terrible thing implemented in this game from the biggest flaws i just listed down to the lazy 2 frame per second character animations. In conclusion don't even bother with this game If you want to play a good game in this series go check out one of the first Three title's Paper Mario 64, Thousand Year Door and Super Paper Mario. Heck I would even say take your chances with the mediocre Sticker Star over this one, because this game is a pure rancid piece of filth and it is by far the Paper Mario series at it's absolute worst and the developers should be ashamed for creating this pure trash heap of a game and letting it be released upon this world.… Expand
  16. LuigiHelpsOut
    Jul 16, 2020
    10
    I'd give this game a 9/10, but I gave it a 10/10 to combat the review bombs.

    I've played every game in the series, and I think Color Splash is the best. Yes, the battle system is average, but everything else in the game ranges from great to excellent, with a few exceptions, like the story. Don't listen to toxic Thousand Year Door fans about this game, if you have a Wii U still, I'd    I'd give this game a 9/10, but I gave it a 10/10 to combat the review bombs.

    I've played every game in the series, and I think Color Splash is the best. Yes, the battle system is average, but everything else in the game ranges from great to excellent, with a few exceptions, like the story. Don't listen to toxic Thousand Year Door fans about this game, if you have a Wii U still, I'd recommend this one!    … Expand
  17. ThePCGamer07
    Mar 1, 2021
    8
    This game is cool! I love the soundtrack, the graphics, and Mario's partner, Huey. The battle system could be better, but that doesn't automatically make the game terrible. Still, good job on this one!
  18. Destroyer-K12
    May 31, 2021
    9
    The game has amazing music, solid gameplay, and an interesting story engaging to the top. But the game gets a bit confusing. But the game is pretty swell had a good time with it.
  19. William11111
    Jun 1, 2021
    10
    Charming! Funny! Witty! Adventurous!
    This game is everything I could ask for in a Paper Mario title! I cant even count how many times I've replaced this masterpiece! Every level just seems to be made with SO much love that they all feel like individuals game within one big game!
  20. Adasc2906
    Dec 8, 2021
    10
    Screw all of you haters and people who think this is sticker star 2. Plus screw the people of think the thousand year door is better than this work of art.
  21. Jarkabob
    Nov 6, 2021
    10
    I think the game has amazing artwork and beautiful graphics. It brings back the nice feeling like super paper Mario.
  22. Rjsb0191
    Feb 15, 2022
    9
    Wonderful game. Very funny. Nintendo does it again! Well done. Play this one all the way to the end. The most realistic colours I have ever seen! This is the third best Paper Mario game after Paper Mario: Sticker Star and Paper Mario: The Origami King.
  23. Lil_Caucasian
    Feb 4, 2022
    7
    This game isn't nearly as bad as most say it is. A lot of the negative response to this decent game is from those who believe this isn't the same series as the first two games.
  24. miguelitopira
    Jun 9, 2022
    10
    This Game So Far,Is My Favorite Paper Mario Game,It's So Good That Every Day I Think About Why Nintendo Did Not Created Color Splash Like That,Plz,Ignore The Hate For This Game,This Game Is So Good That Deserves Love
  25. A4G
    Jul 28, 2022
    8
    this game gets dogged on way harder than need be. I was excited upon announcement and delighted upon first playthrough. Honestly it is a 7.5 but I'll give it an 8
  26. gietergeit
    May 25, 2023
    8
    i think this game is very underrated an dis given to much hate the battle system is not for every one but you should definitely play it
  27. ChaosProGamer
    May 17, 2023
    9
    Cool game with funny writing and awesome gameplay.
    If you are not going to play this game you are missing out on some awesome gameplay and funny writing.
  28. Pau_The_Gamer
    Jun 5, 2023
    10
    Probably one of my favorite games of all time, the graphics, the humor and the soundtrack are probably the best things about the game...

    Highly recommended!
  29. buildz
    Dec 31, 2016
    9
    Paper Mario: Color Splash is an excellent return to form for the series after the, in many regards, disappointing Sticker Star. Whilst it may not be exactly like earlier entries in the series, such as The Thousand Year Door, it is still worth a playthrough, especially for fans of Mario and the action-adventure genre.

    ('+' is a positive element; '=' is a mediocre element; '-' is a bad    Paper Mario: Color Splash is an excellent return to form for the series after the, in many regards, disappointing Sticker Star. Whilst it may not be exactly like earlier entries in the series, such as The Thousand Year Door, it is still worth a playthrough, especially for fans of Mario and the action-adventure genre.

    ('+' is a positive element; '=' is a mediocre element; '-' is a bad element)

    + The aesthetics of Color Splash are some of the best available on the Wii U. Everything looks, convincingly, like paper, and the paint appears very realistic, especially when reacting with different surfaces. Furthermore, the soundtrack is mostly orchestral, with each theme suiting the areas they accompanied very well, with some clever remixes and use of genres not often explored by Nintendo very often.
    + The gameplay is much improved from Sticker Star. Whilst this title isn't an RPG, it has more elements which bring the gameplay slightly closer to those of earlier entries, such as with the inclusion of a levelling-up system to provide an incentive to battle, an aspect missing in Sticker Star that was the cause for a lot of criticism at the title.
    + The game, as a whole, is much more creative than Sticker Star, with a broader range of level themes explored with more creative tasks required to beat each, including levels more exclusively focused on puzzles and platforming. This contributes to the title feeling much more varied than Sticker Star. The 'Thing' battle cards, used when fighting enemies, are also more creative than Sticker Star.
    + The writing is much more creative than Sticker Star, including more jokes, pop culture references and character building, especially for Huey. I was more compelled to listen to what different NPCs had to say, unlike Sticker Star.
    + The battle system is improved from Sticker Star, due to an added strategic element of using cards in the correct order; however...

    = ... it feels a little disjointed when you have to constantly switch your view from the GamePad to the TV. It isn't exactly like previous entries either, which may upset fans of earlier entries. This isn't a huge issue.
    = Whilst there is still some content that is available post game, it isn't nearly as much as games such as The Thousand Year Door or Super Paper Mario; those games had gauntlet-style challenges (i.e. The Pit of 100 Trials) and many different collectables that could be sought after for 100% completion - the nearest Color Splash has are a few achievements, a Museum (like Sticker Star) and a few, simple sidequests.
    = It was annoying to constantly see Shy Guys and Toads, however, the issues is alleviated slightly due to new, unique versions of these characters, such as the Shy Bandit and the Rescue V.

    - Whilst the difficulty of the game does get gradually more difficult, the game is still, on the whole, not very hard, which may disappoint more experienced Paper Mario players. The hardest portion of the game lies with the final chapter, which requires more strategy than previous chapters.
    - The pacing for the first 30 to 45 minutes is very slow, making the opening of the game feel tedious. This was a flaw with Sticker Star as well.

    9/10    … Expand
  30. wariothelegend
    Apr 21, 2017
    9
    "Paper Mario: Color Splash" is a beautiful looking title with action packed levels and a whole lot of jokes. Sadly though, the lack of RPG elements and unoriginal characters are a set back compared to other titles in the series. While the graphics are stunning, it doesn't make up for the reused battle system from "Sticker Star". And boss battles are played out just as the same as in said"Paper Mario: Color Splash" is a beautiful looking title with action packed levels and a whole lot of jokes. Sadly though, the lack of RPG elements and unoriginal characters are a set back compared to other titles in the series. While the graphics are stunning, it doesn't make up for the reused battle system from "Sticker Star". And boss battles are played out just as the same as in said game.

    However, the story, while it's not as good as in "Thousand-Year-Door" or "Super Paper Mario", it's certainly better compared to "Sticker Star" or "Paper Jam". There are actually some emotional scenes between you and your companion, Huey, who's actually a great friend you never want to leave.

    The settings for the most part are very unique. You go from beating a Big Spiny at a temple, to cooking a live steak for a V.I.P. But don't forget about filling in every last colorless spot, which surprisingly is a very satisfying thing to do.

    "Paper Mario: Color Splash" is a well made and gorgeous looking game, with a lot of charm and humor, emotional scenes, though the battle system is flawed, it's the only major issue with the game.    … Expand
  31. CanadianYeti
    Jul 17, 2017
    7
    If anything, Paper Mario Color Splash is guaranteed to bring you a smile or two. The lovely visuals and fantastic writing really elevate it to a higher level than the overall gameplay can take it. This would be a perfect RPG to start a young kid off on the genre, before they can handle games like Final Fantasy.
  32. BluesBrothers
    Jul 25, 2017
    7
    Paper Mario: Color Splash is definitely an enjoyable and chuckle-worthy game, but I still found myself wanting more as the game went on. The game's companion, Huey, makes the game incredibly lively and leaves you with a zinger about every 30 seconds. In fact, the entire world is full of Toads and Shy-Guys that will leave you with a funny comment here and there. But while hilarious, ToadsPaper Mario: Color Splash is definitely an enjoyable and chuckle-worthy game, but I still found myself wanting more as the game went on. The game's companion, Huey, makes the game incredibly lively and leaves you with a zinger about every 30 seconds. In fact, the entire world is full of Toads and Shy-Guys that will leave you with a funny comment here and there. But while hilarious, Toads and only toads being the only positive reinforcement Mario gets feels a little unoriginal and stale after a while. A thing this game does have going for it is it's visuals. Those vibrant colors in glorious HD makes you want to carry on through the adventure. Color Splash also has a great soundtrack, something that Paper Mario games always deliver in spades. While Nintendo tries to improve on the battle system by adding Hammer Scraps, It really makes very little difference in the long run, and I hope that they can improve on it further in the future. Painting things with your hammer is a bit of a double-edged sword. On one hand, it can be satisfying to see every corner of the map covered in paint, but on the other hand, it's also incredibly tedious to do and can take 5 smacks to fill in the tiniest blank space. Overall, Color Splash is a big step up from it's 3DS counterpart, but it still has more room for improvement. I recommend this to add to your WiiU or even Paper Mario collection!… Expand
  33. gun_luis
    Sep 11, 2017
    8
    Me tuvo enganchado hasta el final.
    Parce todo hecho de cartón y papel real.
    LA historia no esta mal, aunque no entiendo como se pinta con un martillo.
    le pongo un 8 por su jugabiliad, su vistosidad y su historia.. ah y su humor, tiene golpes de humor muy buenos.
    Le pondría un 9, pero los combates por movimientos no me gustan.
  34. loic01
    Mar 7, 2018
    9
    Waw, il y a de la couleur dans mes yeux quand j'y ait joué! Magnifique jeu avec une histoire peut-etre un peu répétitif aux Paper Mario mais de nouveaux ennemis, cartes et des énigmes (oh yeah!!) Voilà pour mes aventages. D'ailleurs, l'histoire change un peu mais ce jeu a des énigmes trop dures défois avec du surréalsite voir trop de surréaliste. Malgré ces **** défauts, Paper Mario COlorWaw, il y a de la couleur dans mes yeux quand j'y ait joué! Magnifique jeu avec une histoire peut-etre un peu répétitif aux Paper Mario mais de nouveaux ennemis, cartes et des énigmes (oh yeah!!) Voilà pour mes aventages. D'ailleurs, l'histoire change un peu mais ce jeu a des énigmes trop dures défois avec du surréalsite voir trop de surréaliste. Malgré ces **** défauts, Paper Mario COlor Splash restera dans ma bibliotheque de jeux!! 9/10 !!!… Expand
  35. RichiBP
    Jul 15, 2020
    8
    pulieron muy bien la historia esta vez.. es muy simpatica, aunque no me termina de convencer el sistema de combate, por objetos consumibles. se extraña el estilo rpg. eso le hubiese dado un 91 al juego
  36. Parowake
    Feb 19, 2020
    7
    Es un juego con luces y sombras. Lo he jugado hasta el final intentando y deseando que me gustase, en vano. La sensación final es de que no hay historia, sino una serie de ocurrencias para ir rellenando horas de juego. A pesar de las cosas buenas, como la parte artística, o la música, el sistema de juego se hace lento y monótono.
  37. livelovelaugh22
    Jun 6, 2020
    7
    Paper Mario Color Splash is hated by many, but I kinda liked it. The story wasn't great, but it was a step-up from Sticker Star, that's for sure. Solid, unique and fun gameplay was invented in where you have to restore color to the world, and collect paint stars, and with enough you'll be able to fight Bowser. The game was also very funny, and charming. So much life, and personality was inPaper Mario Color Splash is hated by many, but I kinda liked it. The story wasn't great, but it was a step-up from Sticker Star, that's for sure. Solid, unique and fun gameplay was invented in where you have to restore color to the world, and collect paint stars, and with enough you'll be able to fight Bowser. The game was also very funny, and charming. So much life, and personality was in the game. The battle system was a wee-bit of a step up from SS, but it was pretty much the same. You fight with cards instead of stickers, blah blah blah. B O R I N G. The boss fights were fun, and the levels presented themselves with almost a sort of satisfaction after completion, though they were very easy. Overall, it was a enjoyable and solid game, especially for a console as weak as the Wii U was. Sure, it didn't compare to the God of a game Paper Mario TTYD was, but it was good in its own way. Better than SS, 64, and a bit close to the masterpiece SPM was.… Expand
  38. GameBoyAdv4002
    May 15, 2021
    5
    It's fine, but i don't recommend playing it. Enjoyed it on my first playthrough, couldn't even finish it on my second. The art design and writings good, but otherwise there's just nothing here. I'm not a big fan of RPGs, and this doesn't even do that well. Better experienced by watching a longplay than actually playing it, but, it's far from offensive.
  39. TooLateLouis
    Oct 29, 2021
    6
    In the idyllic world of Mushroom Kingdom there is rarely dialogue this dynamic is turned upside down in the Paper Mario universe. Brimming with charming interactions that bring the world and characters to life the game excels at creating a truly enjoyable world. Also aiding in creating an exceptional universe is the close attention to detail in environments which are bursting withIn the idyllic world of Mushroom Kingdom there is rarely dialogue this dynamic is turned upside down in the Paper Mario universe. Brimming with charming interactions that bring the world and characters to life the game excels at creating a truly enjoyable world. Also aiding in creating an exceptional universe is the close attention to detail in environments which are bursting with creativity. Many textiles and textures make up the landscape, it's like a warm towel from the dryer but cut up into cute flowers.
    Unfortunately, the card based system for combat encounters slows the pace of the game to an absolute crawl. In addition, managing card inventory becomes a large part of the game forcing you to return to the main area - again detracting from meaningful progress. In an attempt to alleviate this, combat encounters are few and far between ultimately taking a backseat to the narrative. While endearing the game cannot rest on it's story and characters alone.    … Expand
  40. tipp
    Dec 12, 2021
    8
    8/10
    sounds like a great idea, and the new characters seem very new and creative.
    the issue is a huge issue which takes a fifth of the score away, the combat is boring, but that's pretty much it.
    (please drop a "this was not helpful" on this review lol)
  41. AncientSting
    Feb 26, 2022
    9
    Paper Mario Color Splash es una gran mejora de Sticker Star algo que todos saben, tiene un gran humor como debe ser y una historia no tan buena pero soporta, Le doy esta nota mas que todo porque creci con este juego y es mi infancia, algo que si es malo es sistema de combate porque se siente lento y pelear contra los enemigos que no sean necesarios puede ser una perdida de tiempo
  42. Cabbage0642
    Jun 29, 2023
    6
    pretty alright enjoyable.

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  43. Matthew2008
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    My favorite paper Mario game. Some people say it’s bad but it’s not bad. Sure the batteling system is not great but it’s really good overall Would recommend.
  44. MarkusZ
    Aug 5, 2023
    10
    Really loved this game. At the beginning I was little bored but after some hours of gameplay i was really sucked in the beautiful world and story. Yes its weaker than on N64 and on GameCube but this Paper Mario has its own unique style
  45. TreasureOrTrash
    Sep 8, 2023
    0
    Trash!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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#11 Best Wii U Game of 2016
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#2 Most Discussed Wii U Game of 2016
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#2 Most Shared Wii U Game of 2016

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 74 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 51 out of 74
  2. Mixed: 22 out of 74
  3. Negative: 1 out of 74
  1. Vooks
    Apr 8, 2017
    80
    It will be entirely up to you whether the writing and redeeming elements of the battle system suit your preferences, but I am absolutely glad I was able to give Paper Mario: Color Splash a chance.
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  2. CD-Action
    Jan 12, 2017
    85
    Wow, so it is possible to make a genuinely funny game after all. I can’t recall another game that made me laugh so often and occasionally so hard. [13/2016, p.72]
  3. RPG Fan
    Dec 1, 2016
    70
    It's not exactly Sticker Star, but the change isn't necessarily for the better. Still, despite its flaws, there is fun to be had here.
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