Super Paper Mario

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  1. SuperMarioBro
    May 15, 2016
    9
    Stunning. I must say one - this game actualy final awesomepart from Paper Mario series. Normal Graphis, cute platforming gameplay, and wonderful storyline. I think even Legend of Zelda not have so storyline, how Super Paper Mario. Actually this game stand in second place in my favorite Paper Mario games))
  2. Beastprogamer
    Mar 20, 2015
    8
    This game is great. A good start for the Paper Mario Series if ya missed out on the N64 Version. The graphics are okay. The "3D" walking thing is good. The story is awesome. The characters and design were awesome. Super Paper Mario is a VERY great game but I have not played it in AGES.
  3. KurtizW.
    May 29, 2007
    9
    Simple smooth clean colorful graphic with original 2D -> 3D concept...I love the slight RPG and puzzle solving element of the game...by far my fav Wii game for now!
  4. BlogDog123
    May 25, 2011
    9
    It's really too bad this game gets overlooked, because this game is among the best titles you'll get for Wii. Sure, it lacks the traditional Paper Mario RPG elements, but the unique press-a-button-to-turn-2D-into-3D gameplay is innovative and great. Knock-your-socks-off dialogue is great.
  5. Independent101
    Jul 14, 2012
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I feel we will never come across a game in general like super paper mario. going into some rooms thinking.... what? am i supposed to wait, but than realizing you have to flip into 3-D. and the final boss*spoiler alert* how dimentio just tries to kill count bleck is just awesome*spoilers end here*and i don't know which this game is.. more colorful or more dark? oh well but all in all, a great game.… Expand
  6. XZ2H3000
    Sep 30, 2012
    9
    There are games like Super Paper Mario that are terribly misjudged, just because the game is a Action RPG-Platformer means that the game is going to have bad quality, in fact, the game is one of the best Wii games and RPG of this gen.

    Let's start off with the gameplay, the factor that drew people away from the game, it is pretty good, despite not being the turn-based combat we all know    There are games like Super Paper Mario that are terribly misjudged, just because the game is a Action RPG-Platformer means that the game is going to have bad quality, in fact, the game is one of the best Wii games and RPG of this gen.

    Let's start off with the gameplay, the factor that drew people away from the game, it is pretty good, despite not being the turn-based combat we all know and love, the platforming brings a breath of fresh air to the Paper Mario franchise, it may not be as good as the normal combat, but it is very fun and somewhat addictive, and the menu interface is overall pretty accesible and easy to use, the gameplay is overall good and fresh.

    The presentation, menus are slick and the humor is again there just better than ever, the dialogue is pretty funny, combined with the great story that includes plot twists, emotional moments and GREAT villains, the presentation is of high standards.

    The graphics, something i always liked about the Paper Mario franchise was the charming visual style it had, it's still there, the paper characters and very nice backgrounds in 2-D mode, in 3-D mode it still looks pretty nice just not as good as the 2-D mode because the backgrounds in 3-D mode are somewhat empty, overall the graphics are good.

    The music, simply fantastic, this game has some of the most underrated soundtracks of any game, and the soundtrack is absolutlely FANTASTIC, the songs fit every situation, level or bosss battle perfectly, this is honestly one of the best soundtracks i´ve heard from any video game, as such, it's a fantastic soundtrack as i mentioned twice before.

    The replay value is decent, there's some sidequests here and there and some above-average after game content to keep you playing some extra hours of this game, so you should not quit the game inmediately.

    Overall Super Paper Mario is a greatly underrated title, and you should give the game a try, trust me, stop whining about the gameplay and play the game for what it is, a fresh Paper Mario with nostalgic 2-D sidescrolling elements, overall my score for the game is: 9.2    … Expand
  7. DaEpikDude
    Feb 13, 2016
    9
    Those who dislike this game probably only played the first 1/2 chapters of the game. Granted, they are the weakest chapters in the game, but after that it really picks up. I mean, you get to go into space!
    The music, like most Nintendo games is brilliant. I can't think of a single Nintendo game off the top of my head with bad music.
    The story is incredible (especially for a Mario game):    Those who dislike this game probably only played the first 1/2 chapters of the game. Granted, they are the weakest chapters in the game, but after that it really picks up. I mean, you get to go into space!
    The music, like most Nintendo games is brilliant. I can't think of a single Nintendo game off the top of my head with bad music.
    The story is incredible (especially for a Mario game): not just plain ol' cookie-cutter "Bowser kidnaps Peach: Mario save Peach". I'm looking at YOU, Sticker Star.
    The gameplay. Oh boy, the gameplay. It's a platformer, unlike the other Paper Mario series, with some RPG elements in it (level ups, increasing HP bar etc.). It's still as good as the other games, and it expands on the partner system: you get Pixls (the equivalent of partners), and different characters to play as (Mario, Peach, Bowser & Luigi). You're not stuck as one character and only one character the whole game. I'm looking at YOU, Sticker Star.
    In general, almost everything about this game is good. The only things I don't really like are the first two chapters and the fact that you don't get Luigi until near the end of the game, but that's pretty much it.
    I mean, you get to go into space!    … Expand
  8. MimoDX2
    Mar 14, 2016
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It's quite different from the original style, but surprisingly, it's my 2nd favorite.
    Instead of a RPG it's a platformer, but the story is even better than TTYD's. It's more emotional, and i bet some people cried at the ending. The story is brilliant, the creativity is extreme for this game, it's fantastic.
    While it's a platformer with "levels" on it, it has a leveling up system where your HP and POW will increase by time, so the original gameplay is not totally let down. And the fact that you can control 4 (Mario, Peach, Bowser and Luigi) different characters WITH a partner (Which you can select on the menu) and Tippi (Which is actually a partner too) is brilliant. And there are vital secrets which you need to find with the help of Tippi, or else you won't be able to progress trough the story.

    As i said, it's my 2nd favorite Paper Mario game, but wait... Paper Mario was a RPG not a platformer, how can you consider that a Paper Mario game? Because of its charm, the charm that this game has makes it a Paper Mario game.    … Expand
  9. DBPirate1129
    Mar 22, 2015
    9
    Unlike most, I played this game's successor Paper Mario: Sticker Star after this one. Thankfully, I found Super Paper Mario to be superior in almost every way.

    Since this game is an RPG, it would naturally have an in-depth and engaging story (though Sticker Star begs to differ). SPM delivers with the best story in a Mario game to date, even if that's not too hard to beat. It has    Unlike most, I played this game's successor Paper Mario: Sticker Star after this one. Thankfully, I found Super Paper Mario to be superior in almost every way.

    Since this game is an RPG, it would naturally have an in-depth and engaging story (though Sticker Star begs to differ). SPM delivers with the best story in a Mario game to date, even if that's not too hard to beat. It has innovative gameplay as well. The switching from 2D to 3D mechanic never got old to me and it always opened up new puzzles and pathways.

    Super Paper Mario's soundtrack may not be quite as memorable as Sticker Star's but it still holds up with its funky 8-bit like tunes. The Pixls in the game are pixelated fairies that each have specific abilities. One can grab things and one can search for invisible objects, adding a fresh take on the gameplay.

    Overall, Super Paper Mario is definitely a game to pick up for your Wii (or Wii U) library. It's a polished game that I can easily recommend over Sticker Star.    … Expand
  10. ali2005
    Nov 27, 2015
    8
    Super Paper Mario really delivers the awesomeness although it isn't entirely an RPG.The graphics are really good and some of the music is really catchy!This is a must own for anyone who has a Wii or Wii U as it is stunning!
  11. skiziks
    Mar 12, 2016
    9
    While this wasn't quite as focused on exploration like TTYD, I loved this game. I thought the three d mechanic worked well for what it was trying to accomplish and add a good level of depth. My main complaint was that it felt too much like a regular Mario game with the 2d side scrolling. However, the game's story and powerful array of character really brought it to life and made the gameWhile this wasn't quite as focused on exploration like TTYD, I loved this game. I thought the three d mechanic worked well for what it was trying to accomplish and add a good level of depth. My main complaint was that it felt too much like a regular Mario game with the 2d side scrolling. However, the game's story and powerful array of character really brought it to life and made the game memorable.… Expand
  12. Arilio
    Jun 12, 2016
    9
    This game is one the best mario games that i have ever played. It has amazing puzzles and beatiful levels. Th3 thing that i liked the most is that it isn't like any of most of mario games. Specifically, the story is nothing like the classic one and the game is written very well. I enjoyed a lot this game and i believe that is one of the best out there for the wii console.
  13. Don_Marce
    Jun 14, 2017
    10
    What happened to Lady Timpani had me crying all **** night, emotional story line, many worlds and fantastic diverse villains. Diverse meals with different effects, the ability to play 4 different characters to play as, an long, complex and rich story line. A perfect game.
  14. AndrewL.
    Jan 14, 2009
    9
    I knew when buying it it wasnt the gamecube/n64 style it used to be and i was still disappointed. fingers are still crossed for a new turn based paper mario on the wii, however the gameplay is surprisingly fun, its a shame its so short though! paper mario games are usually so long, for such a visually simple game it should definitely have been expanded, a LOT. i often wish i never traded I knew when buying it it wasnt the gamecube/n64 style it used to be and i was still disappointed. fingers are still crossed for a new turn based paper mario on the wii, however the gameplay is surprisingly fun, its a shame its so short though! paper mario games are usually so long, for such a visually simple game it should definitely have been expanded, a LOT. i often wish i never traded it back but unfortunately immediately after beating it i felt like id never touch it again. after all there is a LOT of story based on mystery to plow through, once you already know the big secret (which was obvious within the 2nd or 3rd chapter) its just a lot of boring chatter to skip through. still, the game is a nice one to keep, i sure wish it was still in my collection, just for funsies.… Expand
  15. AaronC.
    Apr 15, 2007
    10
    Stunning. I had to keep playing to find out what happens, not like FF7 where you didn't enjoy playing to find out, but you will be enjoying SPM.
  16. FojakV
    Apr 16, 2007
    9
    Great game, innovative, engaging. The strory in the beginning is a bit slow. Decent graphics, good scheme control and continues the quality of any other Mario related games. Play it now !!
  17. JamalJ.
    Apr 17, 2007
    10
    It rocks. Best game out for the Wii right now no question.
  18. TravisRedux
    May 15, 2012
    7
    +Different playable characters, +Different ways to approach classic Mario combat, +Re-playable levels, +A Mario story where Bowser isn't the antagonist. -Complete removal of the RPG system from the past 2 Paper Mario games, -Using the "Score" as an EXP system is sort of redundant. Although this game is different from the last two, I enjoyed it. Nintendo/IS should have named this game+Different playable characters, +Different ways to approach classic Mario combat, +Re-playable levels, +A Mario story where Bowser isn't the antagonist. -Complete removal of the RPG system from the past 2 Paper Mario games, -Using the "Score" as an EXP system is sort of redundant. Although this game is different from the last two, I enjoyed it. Nintendo/IS should have named this game something else to avoid confusion from avid Mario RPG fans.… Expand
  19. Plasmaneedle
    Oct 20, 2013
    9
    This is one of, if not the best Mario games out there. It combines 2D platforming and RPG elements well. Its dialogue is quite long but can be very funny and very well written. There is tons of collectibles, unique and interesting enemies and fun boss fights. A must-have for any Mario fan.
  20. jonnyonthespot
    Jul 13, 2015
    9
    This game is a step down from the original two, but not by much. Chapter 7 is the best chapter of the game. I would recommend this game to anybody who is a fan of the series.
  21. Creeparoo
    Jul 1, 2015
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I really don't understand how one of the reviewers gave 0 points to this masterpiece. This game may not be a classic Paper Mario game, but overall the best Mario game there. The gameplay is amazing and fun, the humour is really good, and the best thing about this game is the best story to be ever told in a Mario game. It's a story about (SPOILERS) a person losing hope in life who doesn't see a sense in living anymore. It's a story about love and obsession. The final boss was very climatic and had a really good music.… Expand
  22. MazinroboX2
    Aug 20, 2016
    8
    Although it's very different to the first two Paper Mario games in terms of mechanics, this isn't by any means a bad game, it's actually well made, with nice easter eggs from the first 2 games, and very cool story, places and characters. The 2D to 3D feature is cool yet a bit annoying to use sometimes, and partners lack the charisma they had in the past two entries. Being able to controlAlthough it's very different to the first two Paper Mario games in terms of mechanics, this isn't by any means a bad game, it's actually well made, with nice easter eggs from the first 2 games, and very cool story, places and characters. The 2D to 3D feature is cool yet a bit annoying to use sometimes, and partners lack the charisma they had in the past two entries. Being able to control Bowser, Mario, Luigi and Peach is very nice, and going on in the story is nice although there are some very time-consuming and annoying parts.… Expand
  23. wariothelegend
    Jul 16, 2017
    10
    The 3rd entry in the beloved series known as "Super Paper Mario". Things have gotten weird with the game play. Instead of the traditional turn-based battle system, it is instead a 2D-Platformer. It may sound like a bad change but it still managed to put everything else that made a "Paper Mario" game as great as the first two entries.

    The plot is arguably the best in the series (I'm not    The 3rd entry in the beloved series known as "Super Paper Mario". Things have gotten weird with the game play. Instead of the traditional turn-based battle system, it is instead a 2D-Platformer. It may sound like a bad change but it still managed to put everything else that made a "Paper Mario" game as great as the first two entries.

    The plot is arguably the best in the series (I'm not gonna tell you 'cause that's the fun of first playing a game). Added with enriching characters and alot of humor, it feels more like watching a movie. With that being said, the text in the game does get really long at times, so be prepared to do a whole lot of reading.

    It also managed to put partners in the game. Not as lively as characters like Kooper or Goombella, but still have SOME sort of personality. They also incorporated items in the game. And let's not forget, Peach and Bowser join forces with Mario to save the day! Each one has their own special abilities. Mario can flip into a 3-Dimensional world to solve the majority of the puzzles. Peach can float and use her indestructible parasol. Bowser can deal double damage and can breath fire. There's also a secret character: IT'S-A-WARIO!! WAHAHAHAHAH!!! Nah, that was just a joke. But seriously there is a secret character.

    While the battle system was cut in half, everything else stayed, and to it's core, it's still a true "Paper Mario". And was the last "Paper Mario" game until the whole series broke apart.    … Expand
  24. ZeroEhxe
    Jun 29, 2018
    10
    have been a serious gamer all of my life, but this is the first Paper Mario game I have played. It may have kiddie graphics and be on a Nintendo system, but it requires some brainpower to get through. The puzzles are great brain teasers, but are never unfair. There are some mazes that take a lot of exploring and can seem like filler, but completing them brings a sense of accomplishment andhave been a serious gamer all of my life, but this is the first Paper Mario game I have played. It may have kiddie graphics and be on a Nintendo system, but it requires some brainpower to get through. The puzzles are great brain teasers, but are never unfair. There are some mazes that take a lot of exploring and can seem like filler, but completing them brings a sense of accomplishment and relief.

    I don't like difficult games, or games where you lose a lot of progress and have to do the same thing over and over. Super Paper Mario is not a hard game. I died and had to repeat a section twice, and there are save points before all of the major boss battles. Speaking of boss battles, they are clever and because you have four controllable heros to switch between, all with different strengths and abilities, the boss battles are fun puzzles in their own way.

    I usually don't like side-scrolling games, but this one is clever in its use of 3D. You can press a button and turn the 2D world into 3D to get past obstacles or see hidden pipes behind bushes, but you can only stay in 3D for a limited time. You can also point the Wiimote at the screen to reveal hidden things like doors and staircases. There is a lot of exploring and experimenting required to complete the game, but it never felt like a chore.

    My favorite game series of all time is The Legend of Zelda. Those games have a formula where you get a new ability and that allows you to go to a new area, where you get another new ability, and the cycle continues. Super Paper Mario has that same feeling, and all of the new tools you get in the form of abilities, heroes, and companions, are all clever and interesting.

    I wasn't expecting much of a story from a Mario game, but there is one here. I won't spoil it here, but the "Mario has to rescue Princess Peach from Bowser" is turned on its head when a new bad-guy is introduced, and Bowser helps Mario and the Princess. There are subplots and love stories and more to uncover, and it is all done spectacularly. This is one of the funniest games I have ever played too.

    Overall, I highly recommend this game to any adults or kids that want a funny game with a great story and puzzles that are just the right amount of difficult. You will not be disappointed in this 20-hour game. 10/10.    … Expand
  25. JPK
    Jun 8, 2019
    9
    Another Great Entry
    Super Paper Mario is certainly not as masterful as TTYD, But it’s still extremely unique, hilarious, well written, and charming.
  26. Heshton316
    Jul 27, 2020
    10
    Despite the fact that the game lacks the rpg elements from the first 2 games, is a great platform game, and it has one of the best Mario stories ever created.
  27. CyberRobotnix
    Mar 8, 2018
    8
    Want to play Paper Mario, but in a platformer style? There you go,

    This game is one of the finest spin-offs around. However it has many noticeable flaws. The music is often meh, there are a few excellent tracks along the many meh musics. The controls feel loosy and heavy, well the developpers didn't care that much about the platformer aspect of paper mario, which ruins the    Want to play Paper Mario, but in a platformer style? There you go,

    This game is one of the finest spin-offs around.
    However it has many noticeable flaws.

    The music is often meh, there are a few excellent tracks along the many meh musics.

    The controls feel loosy and heavy, well the developpers didn't care that much about the platformer aspect of paper mario, which ruins the gameplay as a whole.

    Some levels drag on and many puzzles are mind boggling.

    Otherwise, I like how each character has its own abilities and its own uses. For example, most of the puzzles require Mario to switch to 3D mode to complete, also there are infact so many puzzles that it's to the point of being overwhelming.

    The story is just perfect, the story is some high paper mario quality like TTYD and overall this game deserves its praise.    … Expand
  28. Samielthegoat
    Dec 27, 2018
    10
    Super Paper Mario is the perfect Mario game. A mix of soft tender emotions, and careful danger, Super Paper Mario knows how to make the audience feel something special. The villains are so incredibly complex, they have some of the most interesting stories. Count Bleck and his relationship with Timpani, is so romantic for being a kids game. That isn't to go without saying that NintendoSuper Paper Mario is the perfect Mario game. A mix of soft tender emotions, and careful danger, Super Paper Mario knows how to make the audience feel something special. The villains are so incredibly complex, they have some of the most interesting stories. Count Bleck and his relationship with Timpani, is so romantic for being a kids game. That isn't to go without saying that Nintendo isn't extremely well at creating ways to get older players involved. The Gameplay is fine, but I was so invested with everything else that I just stopped caring and soaked it all in. Super Paper Mario just happens to be one of the greatest games I've ever played, and easily the best Mario game for me.… Expand
  29. Awesome_r
    Sep 27, 2018
    10
    this game is my favorite, even though it is the border of most fans minds, this game is great with great music, great charecters, and i think that the 3d thing is really cool, hope there is a version for the switch for the little kids
  30. Kamelion99
    Oct 9, 2018
    10
    This will probably be the darkest Mario game you ever play. But that's what makes it so awesome. A completely original plot frees the franchise from its usual constraints, and takes you on an adventure through some of the wildest worlds the franchise has ever seen. Awesome characters, fantastic music, and a surprisingly deep story (for a game about a plumber in a magical kingdom who lovesThis will probably be the darkest Mario game you ever play. But that's what makes it so awesome. A completely original plot frees the franchise from its usual constraints, and takes you on an adventure through some of the wildest worlds the franchise has ever seen. Awesome characters, fantastic music, and a surprisingly deep story (for a game about a plumber in a magical kingdom who loves mushrooms and fights turtles) combine to make this game a must-play.… Expand
  31. TJ_of_Carolina
    Jan 10, 2019
    8
    Overall good game, biggest complaint is the removal of the JRPG battle system and equipment of the previous Paper Marios, this time being a Platformer with RPG elements instead. The ability to change who you directly control (Can play as Bowser, Peach, Luigi, etc.) is cool and the game retains the leveling system of a JRPG even without the battle system. The game's strong suit is it'sOverall good game, biggest complaint is the removal of the JRPG battle system and equipment of the previous Paper Marios, this time being a Platformer with RPG elements instead. The ability to change who you directly control (Can play as Bowser, Peach, Luigi, etc.) is cool and the game retains the leveling system of a JRPG even without the battle system. The game's strong suit is it's characters and story. The core platforming gameplay is more mediocre… Expand
  32. BORT123
    May 12, 2019
    10
    The reason most people avoid this game is because its a 2-d plat-former unlike the predecessors. But this game is my second favorite game of all time with an amazing story and one of the greatest sound tracks in a video game period I cannot recommend this game enough.
  33. ArthurOGaming
    Feb 17, 2020
    10
    I love this game. The music is great, the gameplay is good, and the STORY is freaking AWESOME for a Mario game. It's like Majora's Mask in the Zelda franchise. And Majora's Mask is my 8th favorite game of all time! Sincerely, the characters are well designed, and all works at best. Really great game, a Wii must-have.
  34. KingBobby
    Nov 6, 2019
    9
    Nintendo did a really good job taking an rpg, and turning it into a 2d platformer. The story is great and so is the gameplay. The 2d, to 3d mechanic is very creative and different for its time. No game had ever done anything like this. That being said, Super Paper Mario is an amazing game, even though its not as good as the thousand year door.
  35. AlexCraft
    Aug 17, 2020
    10
    I loved this Game! The best ideas of ever, Nintendo is number one. It's original
  36. MazdoTechno
    Nov 19, 2019
    10
    This game’s only sin was being mislabeled as “Paper Mario” leading players to expect more of the same that they found in Paper Mario and The Thousand Year Door
    This, obviously was not the case
    This game was something far greater The best Mario game period It focuses on its surprisingly dark and emotional story that also has sprinkles of humour I heavily enjoy the platforming gameplay    This game’s only sin was being mislabeled as “Paper Mario” leading players to expect more of the same that they found in Paper Mario and The Thousand Year Door
    This, obviously was not the case
    This game was something far greater
    The best Mario game period
    It focuses on its surprisingly dark and emotional story that also has sprinkles of humour
    I heavily enjoy the platforming gameplay as well
    This is not a game that you want to mash through the dialogue
    Amazing music
    Great stylized artwork that still holds up in 2019
    If I could have one wish within the gaming world, it would be to have a proper (good) sequel to this game
    One of my all time favourite video games

    Not a proper “Paper Mario” game but an incredibly amazing game in general
    Honestly Bowser’s Inside Story was more of a “Paper Mario” game than this
    Just a great game if you don’t go into it with expectations on what this game should be set by TTYD
    If I haven’t said it enough, love this game    … Expand
  37. TheMarvelousMrL
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    While the gameplay is different from it,s RPG predecessors, Unlike it,s Horrible Successors {PMSS/CS/TOK} It still has all the elements that made The Paper Mario Series Great, The game play still manages to be fun and engaging and give you a sense of progression And also Mixed RPG and Platforming elements perfectly Into one, also just like the last Two game's there are many new, unique andWhile the gameplay is different from it,s RPG predecessors, Unlike it,s Horrible Successors {PMSS/CS/TOK} It still has all the elements that made The Paper Mario Series Great, The game play still manages to be fun and engaging and give you a sense of progression And also Mixed RPG and Platforming elements perfectly Into one, also just like the last Two game's there are many new, unique and memorable character's and also has some of the most memorable Villains to ever be introduced in a Mario Game. This game also has the best/deepest Storyline Of the Series And the best story of any Mario game for that matter. overall a great game that Definitely deserves to be ranked alongside It's Predecessors… Expand
  38. LiquidSnekMGS
    May 20, 2020
    8
    This game is another solid step in the path of Mario games. This may not be better than its predecessor, but it is good as a stand-alone game. It has great level design, and the puzzle elements are great. While it is tedious and somewhat difficult with poor planning, it is still another good game in Nintendo's wide array of successes.
  39. MrChikChak
    Jul 17, 2020
    10
    Loved this game as a little kid, and still do. It vaguely feels like a zelda game, with Bleck being more so Gannon, and the Pixls being like, the nonstop talking Navi. Anyhoo, this game is really good, and pretty underrated in my opinion. I love the fact that you switch through dimensions. The story feels very interesting, especially for a Mario game, on how there's a prophecy, and Mario'sLoved this game as a little kid, and still do. It vaguely feels like a zelda game, with Bleck being more so Gannon, and the Pixls being like, the nonstop talking Navi. Anyhoo, this game is really good, and pretty underrated in my opinion. I love the fact that you switch through dimensions. The story feels very interesting, especially for a Mario game, on how there's a prophecy, and Mario's kindof the special one. Definitely a game worth playing!… Expand
  40. Zethor
    Aug 17, 2020
    8
    What this game lacks in gameplay depth, it makes up for in masterful writing; Super Paper Mario is an enjoyable experience that, while marred by some uninspired or boring areas, is punctuated by the best Mario story the series has seen, paired with a simple but enjoyable style of gameplay, a great soundtrack, and the great wit that the Paper Mario series is well known for.
  41. Squizzoo
    Oct 13, 2020
    9
    This is my favorite game of all time. Anyone reading this and questioning whether or not you should give this game a try, just do it. Ignore the negative reviews going on and on about "how the gameplay sucks wahhh it's not an RPG anymore!" for what this game is, it is fantastic. I'll admit that this game's gameplay is a downgrade compared to the first two games, but that doesn't make thisThis is my favorite game of all time. Anyone reading this and questioning whether or not you should give this game a try, just do it. Ignore the negative reviews going on and on about "how the gameplay sucks wahhh it's not an RPG anymore!" for what this game is, it is fantastic. I'll admit that this game's gameplay is a downgrade compared to the first two games, but that doesn't make this game any less fun. The characters are still eccentric and interesting, especially the villains. And this game has one of, if not THE best story I have ever experienced out of any Mario game. It doesn't have much replayability once you know the whole story and what will happen next, but the first time through this game is an experience you won't soon forget. Casual gamers and hardcore paper mario fans alike should both give this game a go because, if not for the slightly mediocre gameplay, Super Paper Mario would be a masterpiece. Give it a go!!… Expand
  42. NCL209
    Dec 3, 2020
    8
    While this was nowhere near as good as TTYD, I still had fun with this game and hey, at least it's not as bad as Sticker Star or Colour Splash.
  43. Old_Duck
    Apr 4, 2021
    10
    This game is one of the wii's best; it has a super deep storyline, great gameplay with all the RPG elements of the previous two games in the paper mario series, and is just an all round good time.

    Sure, it may be different to the first two games, not having battles in the same way, but it is still a fantastic RPG adventure, and the last proper paper mario game in my opinion. From    This game is one of the wii's best; it has a super deep storyline, great gameplay with all the RPG elements of the previous two games in the paper mario series, and is just an all round good time.

    Sure, it may be different to the first two games, not having battles in the same way, but it is still a fantastic RPG adventure, and the last proper paper mario game in my opinion.

    From getting all the recipes and cards, to fighting the 100 sammer guys, to the pit of 100 trials, this game is perfect, providing hours of fun.    … Expand
  44. BIRDMAN07
    Jun 27, 2021
    10
    Absolute masterpiece by far the best story driven mario game that any mario fan should try
  45. Kure19
    Jul 13, 2021
    10
    My favorite plot of any video game of ever played and significantly better combat than the last three games on the series. Easily one of my favorite games of all time.
  46. WhoDaDev
    Aug 6, 2021
    10
    A very good Paper Mario, and probably the last good Paper Mario game we'll see for a while.
  47. RandomJukebox
    Sep 1, 2021
    10
    Super Paper Mario has the best story and characters of any game I've ever played. Pair this with a phenomenal soundtrack, like-able art style, and strange but very enjoyable gameplay, and this game shapes up to be one of my all time favorites.
  48. Manwithnosoul
    Aug 14, 2022
    10
    This game is really good. It’s more on the easier side but story is amazing, gameplay is amazing, game mechanics are amazing, lore is amazing. But the only downside is the controls are sometimes a bit janky but that’s for most wii games. Overall this game is chill and really good
  49. JaydonB
    Oct 28, 2022
    10
    Well, now it’s time for my personal favorite game in the “Paper Mario” series. Yet again, I think I might be blinded by nostalgia when writing this out to publish, but I think Super Paper Mario is actually a really, really good game that doesn’t get talked about a lot. Now it’s time to talk about the problems where everyone is like, “WAHHH THIS GAME ISN’T THAT GOOD”

    Okay, so… SPM    Well, now it’s time for my personal favorite game in the “Paper Mario” series. Yet again, I think I might be blinded by nostalgia when writing this out to publish, but I think Super Paper Mario is actually a really, really good game that doesn’t get talked about a lot. Now it’s time to talk about the problems where everyone is like, “WAHHH THIS GAME ISN’T THAT GOOD”

    Okay, so… SPM changes up the series a bit in terms of gameplay. It disregards the battle system from the previous installments, which is a hot take because a lot of people enjoy the series solely based on the RPG aspect. So, it gets rid of this, right? But it replaces it with enemies on the overworld when you go to levels, so you’ll be stomping on enemies to defeat them instead of jumping into a turn-based battle.

    It’s also a Wii game, which was originally supposed to be released on the GameCube, but they thought about the upcoming project Nintendo was working on, so Miyamoto decided to rework the game for the Wii. This can be a good thing, or a bad thing for SPM. It could either heavily be based on the motion control, or just be controlled normally without any sticks attached. But it goes into an entirely different direction and just makes it so you have the eye to detect secrets on the overworld.

    This is where I might get heavily biased… I love, LOVE the story in this game. It’s a love story between two people, but they end up getting separated because of their parents being overprotective. One of them turns evil, and the other one is left as good.

    So, at the end of the game they finally meet again and relight the flame they once had for each other back when they were young. So, after the staff roll and all that Jazz… You see both of them standing together on a hill while the sun is setting, and the wind is heavy. They walk off together and that’s the end.

    I forgot to mention that you have to collect these pure hearts in order to save the world in time before it gets sucked into a vacuum of space. You can switch between Mario, Peach, Bowser, and Luigi. It takes the humor from Paper Mario 64 and Thousand Year Door and just goes nuts. This game is hilarious.

    Well, this game is over-hated by fans of the Paper Mario series because of how it switched randomly, but this is a warm welcome because I absolutely appreciate this game for switching things up and telling a love story… A mature, love story that makes you wanna tear up in the end; that’s exactly what I ended up doing. I cried to these characters that the game developed and I will forever put this game in my top 10 games of all time.    … Expand
  50. cloudydays
    Jan 18, 2023
    10
    This is another one of my favorite Paper Mario entries. it is up there with TTYD and Paper Mario N64 to me. The story is one of the best in the series, I think. :) Flipping from 2D/3D was a charming inventive way to change up the platforming aspect. One thing about these games, the art style is so good. It's genuinely got some stunning dialogue and some parts that will make you chuckle out loud.
  51. Nevu_z
    Feb 1, 2023
    10
    I love this Game alot. Played it as a Child and loved it so nostalgia carries
  52. SnivySomnia
    Oct 16, 2012
    10
    Here's my take on this game: The gameplay is fairly simple, but can get REALLY fun. I admit, it is a somewhat easy game, but that's not what compels you to keep playing. That's the story's job. This game has one of the most compelling stories I've ever seen in a video game, let alone a Mario game. It'll occasionally throw a curveball at you, be it a plot twist, character revelation, etc.Here's my take on this game: The gameplay is fairly simple, but can get REALLY fun. I admit, it is a somewhat easy game, but that's not what compels you to keep playing. That's the story's job. This game has one of the most compelling stories I've ever seen in a video game, let alone a Mario game. It'll occasionally throw a curveball at you, be it a plot twist, character revelation, etc. Despite being a Mario game, it can get surprisingly dark, especially in worlds 2, 5, and 6. Combined with beautiful artwork, good level design, and multiple ways of playing, this is a game that is an experience you won't want to miss. Unless you're, I don't know, a prick who hates creativity and a good story?… Expand
  53. ToddS.
    Nov 4, 2008
    6
    Changing from 2D to 3D to solve puzzles is fun. I like the platforming element to this game. But all in all, there isn't enough RPG elements to it, and it has little to no replay value.
  54. Hexnar
    Sep 7, 2013
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. The puzzles were cool. The overall game was decent, wasn't too difficult. Was extra fun as you got to play as many different of the Mario characters, not just Mario the whole way through. It was slightly childish in its execution, and at times slightly boring, and other times annoying. But overall was fun to play through.… Expand
  55. Pablo92jedi
    Oct 26, 2012
    10
    Hard game, good game like all Mario's games! A lot of time of play. Fantastic graphic!
    Hard game, good game like all Mario's games! A lot of time of play. Fantastic graphic! !
  56. SwitSwat
    Nov 8, 2012
    9
    This game certainly stands out in the Paper Mario series and even in the entire collection of available Wii games. If you liked the original and/or TTYD for it's RPG elements, this may or may not be a better game for you. Seeing as they changed most of the RPG elements (mostly the fighting style). Although, there is still a progressive story just like the first two. The biggest change,This game certainly stands out in the Paper Mario series and even in the entire collection of available Wii games. If you liked the original and/or TTYD for it's RPG elements, this may or may not be a better game for you. Seeing as they changed most of the RPG elements (mostly the fighting style). Although, there is still a progressive story just like the first two. The biggest change, like I already mentioned, is the battle system. Unlike the first two Paper Mario games, this one has no "getting into battle, choosing weapons" stuff. Basically, like most other Mario games, there is a simple way of defeating enemies. By stomping on them. Although, the game adds new features such as switching from a 2-D perspective to a 3-D perspective, which I found very unique. Pretty good graphics and pretty smooth gameplay included. In the end, the game might not be the best Paper Mario game in my opinion, but it certainly is worth a try, even if you are uncomfortable with the lack of RPG elements, because you might like it. I give it a 9/10.… Expand
  57. Tobann
    Mar 12, 2016
    8
    It has a nice new mechanic with the 2D to 3D switching and while it can be a little finicky it works well. I do not like how the turn based battles were removed and i feel that they really could have fit well as it brings it closer to generic Mario play style. Granted I loved how involved the Mario characters were in the plot, each one of them had a purpose. There were extremelyIt has a nice new mechanic with the 2D to 3D switching and while it can be a little finicky it works well. I do not like how the turn based battles were removed and i feel that they really could have fit well as it brings it closer to generic Mario play style. Granted I loved how involved the Mario characters were in the plot, each one of them had a purpose. There were extremely interesting villains, the love and betrayal in this game were so good. The reason that this game is not getting a 10 of 10 is because of the combat system becoming in world as compared to the last paper Mario, and maybe the lack of variety in locations. It was still good though and i have played through it a few times, so I would recommend it.… Expand
  58. greninjaX
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    while the gameplay is very different from the first two games, a lot of what made those games good is still in tact. and the story is the best we'll ever see in a Mario game. this may be the last good paper Mario game, cause sticker star and onward are just not good.
  59. iMustang
    Mar 26, 2019
    8
    While this game definitely marked the departure from Paper Mario being a lovable RPG franchise, it did mark the end of their games being lovable. The puzzle-platformer adventure was a lot of fun, with great characters I've come to expect from the people at Intelligent Systems. I had a lot of fun flipping from 2D to 3D exploring the worlds and meeting the colorful characters, even if thereWhile this game definitely marked the departure from Paper Mario being a lovable RPG franchise, it did mark the end of their games being lovable. The puzzle-platformer adventure was a lot of fun, with great characters I've come to expect from the people at Intelligent Systems. I had a lot of fun flipping from 2D to 3D exploring the worlds and meeting the colorful characters, even if there was not a lot of open world content. If this game had one big problem with me, it was the poison mechanic. If you're poisoned and have no items to save yourself it's basically a delayed game over, and was often quite aggravating. But that aside, the game told a great story, and is worth picking up.… Expand
  60. Joe
    May 20, 2007
    5
    I feel exactly how Steve E. feels toward this game. There are some really boring parts in this game. Running in the wheel for 6 minutes was horrible, typing please 8 times to get a clue was annoying, then having the clue be a 30 step process that needs to be written down.........Also the ninja level..... I am currently on the 8th world and cant wait to beat it so i can sell it on ebay. I feel exactly how Steve E. feels toward this game. There are some really boring parts in this game. Running in the wheel for 6 minutes was horrible, typing please 8 times to get a clue was annoying, then having the clue be a 30 step process that needs to be written down.........Also the ninja level..... I am currently on the 8th world and cant wait to beat it so i can sell it on ebay. Painfully boring at parts and the game is too easy, big letdown and over hyped IMO After you beat it once why would you want to play this again?????? Super Mario RPG is 1000x better.… Expand
  61. TotalJ.
    Oct 30, 2007
    6
    I gave this a shot because it's a Mario game and because the graphics and art style are appealing. The game itself is a tedious journey. I admit I didn't finish the game, probably didn't even get halfway. 2d and 3d? Big deal. This game has very little action or strategy. Rent it and see, but don't buy blind or you'll probably regret it.
  62. RobB
    Apr 6, 2009
    4
    Very blah. At first very charming but gets old very fast. It seemed fun to have the option to play as Peach, Luigi, and even Bowser but this is more or less a lie. Since ALL areas demand to be traversed both in 2D and 3D you
  63. PhantomAnime98
    Dec 28, 2018
    0
    In short, this is the worst game I have ever played in the Paper Mario series, the combat is trash, some of the characters in the game are "tolerable" and the worlds, although creative, are quite boring in its own degree. I want every copy hunted down, drowned, burned and buried 6 ft under. Don't waste your money on this and save it for something that is not trash.
  64. kirbyfanatic
    Aug 28, 2010
    2
    this game was horrible!!! it was just down right easy the 3D was the only thing cool about this game otherwise it was just plain easy and you would not want to play it again
  65. MW1AA2Gs
    Aug 15, 2013
    0
    I remember when I was a kid that my favorite game on the Gamecube was Paper Mario The Ten Thousand year door and when I heard that there was a new Paper Mario game coming soon I got hyped more then for Super Smash Bros. Brawl. I couldn't wait but little did I know I was waiting for a huge kick in the balls. The game was basically New Super Mario Bros. RPG (infact I would have preferredI remember when I was a kid that my favorite game on the Gamecube was Paper Mario The Ten Thousand year door and when I heard that there was a new Paper Mario game coming soon I got hyped more then for Super Smash Bros. Brawl. I couldn't wait but little did I know I was waiting for a huge kick in the balls. The game was basically New Super Mario Bros. RPG (infact I would have preferred that title much more). With a boring storyline (that I can't imagine any kids understanding), graphics that are an insult to the Wii, terrible partners (I prefer one done well then 9 with no soul), Navi/Tippi, bad boss fights (excluding the first one), a main villain with no incentive (other then just take over the world), and some of the worst levels I've ever seen.… Expand
  66. GlenC.
    Jul 24, 2007
    6
    This game was a pain to get through. The gameplay was boring and frustrating for me, but admittedly I don't like rpg elements of most games. Some of the dialogue was pretty good (a lot of dialogue), and the visuals were very pretty. I can't complain about the control scheme except that I didn't see any of the style controls mentioned anywhere until after I beat the game. This game was a pain to get through. The gameplay was boring and frustrating for me, but admittedly I don't like rpg elements of most games. Some of the dialogue was pretty good (a lot of dialogue), and the visuals were very pretty. I can't complain about the control scheme except that I didn't see any of the style controls mentioned anywhere until after I beat the game. Probably my fault. I just didn't like this game all that much. It dragged on.… Expand
  67. DonnaF.
    Jul 29, 2007
    1
    I am in my fifties and bought this for the exercise fun of the wii. If this is fun then we grown a generation of people with retarded development. Unbelievably boring, too many words. Big waste of money for the boomers who are looking to use their wiis and have a bit of sport. Smooth moves and wii sports are better. The 45 minute opening intro is absurd. Trash material. If I wanted to I am in my fifties and bought this for the exercise fun of the wii. If this is fun then we grown a generation of people with retarded development. Unbelievably boring, too many words. Big waste of money for the boomers who are looking to use their wiis and have a bit of sport. Smooth moves and wii sports are better. The 45 minute opening intro is absurd. Trash material. If I wanted to read I would have curled up with a book.… Expand
  68. MartyM.
    Sep 15, 2007
    3
    I really wanted to like this game but what a let down. The artwork looks like it has been done by a 3 year old. I know its 'Paper' mario but its not as if it even looks like paper - it just looks rubbish. The story is dull and pointless with endless text to wade through. The 2D sidescrolling element of the game is its best feature although even this was done better on the SNES - I really wanted to like this game but what a let down. The artwork looks like it has been done by a 3 year old. I know its 'Paper' mario but its not as if it even looks like paper - it just looks rubbish. The story is dull and pointless with endless text to wade through. The 2D sidescrolling element of the game is its best feature although even this was done better on the SNES - so many of the 'classic' character functions are missing (ground pounds, flowers that allow mario to throw fireballs etc). The flip into 3D is again a let down as the 3D looks so poor and the novelty of it wears very quickly. Despite its claims, the flipping between 2D and 3D does little to enhance the game as its always the same everytime you get a bit stuck; "Damn Im stuck, Ill flip it into 3D.....oh there we go." I really was looking forward to this game but find it amazing anyone can give it anymore than a 5/10.… Expand
  69. superwesman
    May 4, 2008
    1
    I found this game to be exceptionally tedious. I bought it because it was in the top 10 here at metacritic and was completely disappointed. Other games like metroid prime and mario galaxy are quite good and worthy of the high ranks. I don't see how this slipped through the cracks. The dialogue is mind numbing and there is a lot to be desired in terms of game play. Maybe little kids I found this game to be exceptionally tedious. I bought it because it was in the top 10 here at metacritic and was completely disappointed. Other games like metroid prime and mario galaxy are quite good and worthy of the high ranks. I don't see how this slipped through the cracks. The dialogue is mind numbing and there is a lot to be desired in terms of game play. Maybe little kids would enjoy it.… Expand
  70. ForrestJ.
    Jul 16, 2009
    10
    This game is the best game ever. I love how it's rpg but you don't have to take turns attacking and defending, you can attack and avoid way easier than other and it's hilarious and will keep bordome away. One said you could beat it in a weekend, well I think he's a video game addict and got very little extra's cause it's a long funny and game that I think is This game is the best game ever. I love how it's rpg but you don't have to take turns attacking and defending, you can attack and avoid way easier than other and it's hilarious and will keep bordome away. One said you could beat it in a weekend, well I think he's a video game addict and got very little extra's cause it's a long funny and game that I think is the best game ever.… Expand
  71. NospamNoSpam
    Apr 13, 2007
    3
    Elementary game play. Same tired familiar game play, same tired familiar characters, same tired familiar story. Mediocre graphics. A total bore.
  72. JoeL.
    Apr 17, 2007
    2
    Too easy, too much text, very little fighting, too short. paper mario 2 is my favorite game, this is not half as much fun.
  73. MaryaP.
    Jun 16, 2007
    4
    It's cute, don't get me wrong, but this game seems as though it's best suited for kids aged 5-7 who really like to read. I was reading for about 45 min. before seeing actual game play, which is pretty easy. It's a great game if you're buying for kids, the characters are cute and pretty witty, but I wouldn't recommend it for grown ups. I guess nothing can It's cute, don't get me wrong, but this game seems as though it's best suited for kids aged 5-7 who really like to read. I was reading for about 45 min. before seeing actual game play, which is pretty easy. It's a great game if you're buying for kids, the characters are cute and pretty witty, but I wouldn't recommend it for grown ups. I guess nothing can really compare to those old Mario games from back in the day.… Expand
  74. NeilB.
    Jun 16, 2007
    3
    Super Paper Mario is a terribly boring game. The gameplay, when you get to it, is reasonable enough, but there's always some idiotic conversation you have to scroll through (hint: 1+2 fast forwards each dialog; there seems to be no "shut the heck up" option for the game overall). Level design is ok, but nothing nearly as well thought out as New Super Mario Bros (DS). Pass on this Super Paper Mario is a terribly boring game. The gameplay, when you get to it, is reasonable enough, but there's always some idiotic conversation you have to scroll through (hint: 1+2 fast forwards each dialog; there seems to be no "shut the heck up" option for the game overall). Level design is ok, but nothing nearly as well thought out as New Super Mario Bros (DS). Pass on this one. Play Wii sports instead.… Expand
  75. FredC.
    Jun 26, 2007
    3
    This game should only be for fans of Paper Mario : The Thousand Year Door, or rather BORE. This is a dull game in a RPG style that eschews strategy and gameplay for story. No talent required to play.
  76. DonnaF.
    Jun 29, 2007
    1
    I am in my fifties and bought this for the exercise fun of the wii. If this is fun then we grown a generation of people with retarded development. Unbelievably boring, too many words. Big waste of money for the boomers who are looking to use their wiis and have a bit of sport. Smooth moves and wii sports are better. The 45 minute opening intro is absurd. Trash material. If I wanted to I am in my fifties and bought this for the exercise fun of the wii. If this is fun then we grown a generation of people with retarded development. Unbelievably boring, too many words. Big waste of money for the boomers who are looking to use their wiis and have a bit of sport. Smooth moves and wii sports are better. The 45 minute opening intro is absurd. Trash material. If I wanted to read I would have curled up with a book.… Expand
  77. 1206
    Nov 13, 2011
    4
    The game is funny, charming, consistently inventive, but the hybrid of sidescrolling platforming action on traditional RPG gameplay, in the end, feels horrible. This game goes against everything I was taught as a gamer. It takes away my beloved dash button.

    http://anti-gaming.tumblr.com/post/1306447517/paper-thin
  78. jrdragonwar3
    Dec 12, 2011
    10
    Another game I have yet to play, but I have seen the trailer and it does look fun. Better than the first 2 But of course I can't say until I've played it and know what it's truly like. But from reviews it seems fun.
  79. St33rpike
    Jul 18, 2012
    7
    This was a fun and unique take on the Mario game concept. While I enjoyed playing it, the game's linear RPG storyline makes it unlikely you would want to play it more than once. The story is strange and funny (or at least tries to be), and the fact that you can switch from 1D to 3D added a cool dynamic to the gameplay. Over all, though, the pace was slow and the storyline was too goofy toThis was a fun and unique take on the Mario game concept. While I enjoyed playing it, the game's linear RPG storyline makes it unlikely you would want to play it more than once. The story is strange and funny (or at least tries to be), and the fact that you can switch from 1D to 3D added a cool dynamic to the gameplay. Over all, though, the pace was slow and the storyline was too goofy to really get me excited about playing. This would probably be very fun for its target audience, but older gamers might find it a bit simplistic and watered down.… Expand
  80. jamba24
    Nov 29, 2012
    8
    Super Paper Mario is a wildly original and innovative addition to the paper mario library. The gameplay is kept fresh by changing the style of play entirely. Instead of a turn based battle system, mario now traverses 2d environments with the ability to flip into 3d to solve puzzles and find new areas, and the battles are now real time. The story has once again been improved. This gameSuper Paper Mario is a wildly original and innovative addition to the paper mario library. The gameplay is kept fresh by changing the style of play entirely. Instead of a turn based battle system, mario now traverses 2d environments with the ability to flip into 3d to solve puzzles and find new areas, and the battles are now real time. The story has once again been improved. This game features one of the darkest and best stories of any mario game. Other notable additions, without spoiling anything, is the inclusion of playing as characters besides mario. The party members are back, but unfortunately they are given little roles besides puzzle solving and have little personality. Despite all of these changes, this game does not match the greatness of its two prequels. The story is slow at times, the dialogue lengthy, and the gameplay can get repetitive later on. However, although this cannot compare to the near perfection of its two prequels, super paper mario is a great, fresh game that changes up the paper mario formula.… Expand
  81. Bobthemightyone
    Aug 17, 2013
    3
    A very disappointing title to say the least. The ideas are really cool and fresh originally, but the game suffers far too much from mindless backtracking. There are many stages where you simply must wander the area finding the right door or switch to progress through the game. Even speedrunning on a second playthrough, where all of the backtracking is known does nothing to help the game'sA very disappointing title to say the least. The ideas are really cool and fresh originally, but the game suffers far too much from mindless backtracking. There are many stages where you simply must wander the area finding the right door or switch to progress through the game. Even speedrunning on a second playthrough, where all of the backtracking is known does nothing to help the game's abysmal pacing. Paper Mario the Thousand Year Door had many poor backtracking segments as well, but those were somewhat avoidable. Very cool ideas, and very good implementation are in it's favor but some of the worst level design I have every seen hold back what should have been a very fun and unique platformer. If you're a fan of the Paper Mario series (as I am) I would probably rent it or borrow it from a friend, but it's not worth buying, even used.… Expand
  82. clawshot2
    Oct 1, 2013
    0
    truly Nintendo has given up on the gaming industry. a game like paper mario should be ripped up and thrown in the trash. the 2d is okay I guess, but when you switch it to 3d you think something awesome is going to happen but nothing does. plus you slowly lose life in 3d. the worst and most overated game on the wii. no bowser are you fricken kidding me. i say rip paper mario up and throwtruly Nintendo has given up on the gaming industry. a game like paper mario should be ripped up and thrown in the trash. the 2d is okay I guess, but when you switch it to 3d you think something awesome is going to happen but nothing does. plus you slowly lose life in 3d. the worst and most overated game on the wii. no bowser are you fricken kidding me. i say rip paper mario up and throw him in the trash Kirby epic yarn… Expand
  83. Wilyan30
    Jan 20, 2016
    4
    Thinking about the previous games of the franchise, i personally believe that Super Paper Mario could have been SO much better, if they only kept the battle system from the others, the game is now an puzzle game with some action here and there in the battles, still, it could be good like this, but there are still some things that annoy me, for instance, the fact that if you want to findThinking about the previous games of the franchise, i personally believe that Super Paper Mario could have been SO much better, if they only kept the battle system from the others, the game is now an puzzle game with some action here and there in the battles, still, it could be good like this, but there are still some things that annoy me, for instance, the fact that if you want to find everything in the map, you have to switch between 2D and 3D, and switching is something that takes 1 second, not a huge time, but it is still a long time to wait, that's if you're just checking the area, 1 second to go to 3D and 1 more to switch back to 2D. the game is good, but when i play it, it feels like i'm playing something like a fusion between Super Mario Bros and Paper Mario, it's totally not enjoyable for people that expected another game with similar mechanics to Paper Mario from gamecube and Nintendo64… Expand
  84. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 24, 2021
    7
    This was my first Paper Mario game. I don't like many RPGs, so seeing all the different opinions on this game that differ so widely is something I totally understand.

    For me, then and now, it's still all right. Story is better than the gameplay IMO.
  85. BlockHR
    Apr 10, 2007
    10
    Once you get past the cutesiness and skip some of the admittedly stupid story scenes (although there are random LOLs in there) the gameplay is cracking, the effects are fresh and it makes perfect use of the wiimote (i.e. doesn't force it on you, just accentuates gameplay). great if you are going to explode before galaxy comes out. if you liked paper mario AT ALL this is by far the Once you get past the cutesiness and skip some of the admittedly stupid story scenes (although there are random LOLs in there) the gameplay is cracking, the effects are fresh and it makes perfect use of the wiimote (i.e. doesn't force it on you, just accentuates gameplay). great if you are going to explode before galaxy comes out. if you liked paper mario AT ALL this is by far the best wii game to come out yet… Expand
  86. SamJ.
    Apr 21, 2007
    10
    This game just has great gameplay. Two thumbs up!
  87. SteveE.
    Apr 22, 2007
    6
    My wife loves this game, but me, not so much. I love, absolutely love, the old 2D Mario games. But this game is slow-paced and unexciting. There's a painful amount of lengthy dialog and backtracking. Two examples: having to run in a hamster wheel for 6 minutes or walk in a totally blank (white) level in one direction for 4 minutes. It's pointless, and you can't skip it. The My wife loves this game, but me, not so much. I love, absolutely love, the old 2D Mario games. But this game is slow-paced and unexciting. There's a painful amount of lengthy dialog and backtracking. Two examples: having to run in a hamster wheel for 6 minutes or walk in a totally blank (white) level in one direction for 4 minutes. It's pointless, and you can't skip it. The gameplay is fun when it's there, even though it mostly amounts to looking for keys to locked doors. I miss being able to hit a "run" button like all of the earlier Marios. Mario only moves at "walk" pace. He can't pick up shells now without the help of a Pixl, either. Where's the fun in that? This is the worst Mario game I've ever played, but it's still a Mario game. It's fun at times, just not constantly fun like earlier games.… Expand
  88. DavidD.
    Jun 10, 2007
    7
    A very neat game. It still has the humour from te previous Paper Mario's, but it lacks the RPG element. The flipping between 2-D and 3-D is fun for a while, but it wears of fairly quick. If you are a fan of the series, it is worth a play through. The game is pretty straight forward and pretty easy. Rent it first too see if you like it or wait till it drops in price.
  89. GregK.
    Jul 12, 2007
    9
    Another Nintendo classic. An interesting blend of platforming and rpg. I have to disagree with some of the others, the level design is excellent. Switching between 2d and 3d is a brilliant innovation. I just wish you could do it with more than just Mario. All in all a must have for wii owners and Mario fans alike.
  90. AnonymousMC
    Jul 15, 2007
    10
    A brilliant game which, like the others in the series, I aim to beat multiple times. So far, its a a hard choice between this and Twilight Princess for the best game on the Wii so far. This game rocks! From its poor, yet, somehow, hilarious puns, to stunning art nouveau visuals ( Look at the trees ^^), joined with innovative yet simple gameplay design! I love it!
  91. Ian
    Sep 4, 2007
    8
    A great game. It plays like the super mario bros of old but has rpg elements like the older paper mario games. its really enjoyable. and I actually like the dialogue which is really funny (although it did stretch on). the problem is that the game, although fun, is far too easy for hardcore gamers to last more then a weak and a half and the game was originally for the gamecube, so it A great game. It plays like the super mario bros of old but has rpg elements like the older paper mario games. its really enjoyable. and I actually like the dialogue which is really funny (although it did stretch on). the problem is that the game, although fun, is far too easy for hardcore gamers to last more then a weak and a half and the game was originally for the gamecube, so it didn't really fully take advantage of the wii's motion features.… Expand
  92. SimonG.
    Sep 5, 2007
    6
    Here I am, commenting the fourth best game on the Wii according to all the critics. First, I think Super Mario Bros is by far the best 2D platformer series ever, period. Second, I don
  93. JulianA.
    May 4, 2008
    10
    Awesome game. I love the way you can switch between 2-D and 3-D. I also love the creepiness of the Void, and the switch blocks. It has so many cool features and levels, I love it!
  94. WayneKerr
    Apr 10, 2009
    9
    i like all mario games
    this one had way too much dialogue but everything else is fun. the ending was annoying but apparently you can get tippi back by collecting all the catch cards. then you get a pixl who takes you to where tippi and count bleck are. Im trying it now :)
  95. JoshC.
    Oct 19, 2007
    9
    I picked this up cheap (£20) because it was on offer. I would happily have paid almost double that. The gameplay, graphics, story (what i've seen of it) and concept are all superb. And above all else, this a game that is just so gleeful in what it does it's impossible not to love it, I waited to pick it up because i was unsure of what to expect, I shouldn't have and I picked this up cheap (£20) because it was on offer. I would happily have paid almost double that. The gameplay, graphics, story (what i've seen of it) and concept are all superb. And above all else, this a game that is just so gleeful in what it does it's impossible not to love it, I waited to pick it up because i was unsure of what to expect, I shouldn't have and neither should anyone else.… Expand
  96. TomP.
    Apr 16, 2007
    10
    Really fun game. One of the best on the Wii. If you love the gameplay of the older mario games, you should check this one out.
  97. MikeK.
    Apr 17, 2007
    8
    Great old school gameplay. Tons of unskippable text and repetitive fetch quests keep it from being perfect.
  98. KevinC.
    Apr 17, 2007
    9
    Great game. In my oppinion, out of all of the Wii games so far, it is only bested by Zelda (and maybe Wii Sports, but that's a different genre all-together). It is fun and addicting. My only comlaint is that at times the dialogue gets a little long-winded.
  99. A.D.Olson
    Apr 20, 2007
    7
    A very, very basic game, with a boring storyline that's overdone. The platforming is not challenging in any way, shape, or form, and the only RPG elements that were left in were the annoying ones such as stupid run here, run there, talk to someone, and read more than you read through all of high school. The flipping to 3D is more annoying than anything else, and the presentation A very, very basic game, with a boring storyline that's overdone. The platforming is not challenging in any way, shape, or form, and the only RPG elements that were left in were the annoying ones such as stupid run here, run there, talk to someone, and read more than you read through all of high school. The flipping to 3D is more annoying than anything else, and the presentation loses a lot of polish when you're using component cables, in comparison to the 2D look and feel. All is not lost, however, as there are a few throwbacks to classic games and other Nintendo fanboyish things, and for that I gave it a few bonus points. I hope that there is a RUN ability in the next Mario game that Nintendo bothers to push out to us (or better yet, make a new IP rather than continually re-using Mario).… Expand
  100. KDep
    Apr 24, 2007
    10
    Why are you reading this? You're wasting valuable SPM playing time... Seriously it's that good. I can't recommend this game enough, especially coming from an old NES fan. There's a lot of nostalgia in this game for the older gamers and lots of new and fun stuff as well. Music is great, learning curve is excellent and the game is funny and exciting. Go and get it - NOW!
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#6 Best Wii Game of 2007
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#2 Most Discussed Wii Game of 2007
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#2 Most Shared Wii Game of 2007

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Metascore
85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 56 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 53 out of 56
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 56
  3. Negative: 0 out of 56
  1. Play Magazine
    85
    It feels and looks polished, considerate, and expensive. [Apr 2007, p.40]
  2. GamesRadar+
    80
    Anyone with half a heart will absolutely fall in love with the characters, the graphics, the dialogue, the old-school shout-outs to previous games, the little visual effects lingering in the skies of every world... the love just keeps plopping out of the speakers at an incredible rate. For every annoying, excessively long fetch quest or mundane puzzle, there's a huge, cutesy payoff that makes all the trouble worthwhile.
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  3. IGN
    89
    It controls tightly and uses the Wii remote in a smart manner without stepping into forced territory. The new 2D-to-3D dynamic is built around clever and surprisingly complex puzzles that will challenge and impress you. And it all comes together to make Super Paper Mario a highly enjoyable title, whether you want to call it a platformer, an RPG, or something in-between.
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