Nintendo Switch: Paper Mario

Description

The “sharpest” and most beloved RPG in the series returns with the Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door remake for Nintendo Switch. Originally a GameCube masterpiece, this version has been rebuilt from the ground up with stunning high-definition visuals, a rearranged soundtrack, and modern quality-of-life improvements. Join Mario as he travels to the gritty town of Rogueport to help Princess Peach search for a legendary treasure. To unlock the mysterious Thousand-Year Door, you must collect the seven Crystal Stars by battling through diverse worlds—from a professional wrestling arena in the sky to a spooky, curse-ridden village. With its unique paper-based physics, you can fold Mario into a paper plane to cross gaps or turn him sideways to slip through thin cracks. This is the definitive Paper Mario experience, blending laugh-out-loud humor with deep, rewarding gameplay.

• Rebuilt for High Definition—Experience the world of Rogueport in “sharp” new detail. The remake features enhanced textures, expressive lighting, and a brand-new “Paper Engine” that makes the paper-craft world look more tangible and vibrant than ever.

• Master the Stage—Engage in a tactical, turn-based battle system that takes place on a literal stage in front of a live audience. Perform perfectly timed button prompts to deal extra damage, impress the crowd to gain Star Power, and watch out for falling stage props that can change the tide of battle.

• Charming Partner System—Recruit a cast of memorable allies, each with their own “sharp” personality and specialized field abilities. Use Goombella to tattle on enemies, Koops to reach distant switches, or Madame Flurrie to blow away obstacles and reveal hidden secrets.

• Modern Quality of Life—Enjoy a revamped Fast Travel system that makes backtracking a breeze, an increased coin and item capacity, and the new Battle Master Toad who helps you practice your Action Commands and timing.

• Customizable Badge System—Tailor Mario’s stats and abilities to your playstyle. Equip badges to increase your attack power, learn new moves like the “Multibounce,” or even change Mario’s clothes and sound effects.

• Nostalgic Tunes—While the game features a fully rearranged orchestral soundtrack, you can find and equip the “Nostalgic Tunes” badge early in the game to swap back to the classic 2004 GameCube music at any time.