Wii
Super Paper Mario
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| Reviews: | 2 |
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| Reviewer: Superstar64 | Date: Nov 19, 2023 |
| Super Paper Mario is an underrated gem in the Wii's library and I'm glad it's getting the recognition it deserves. This game was a staple of my childhood, and the later half in particular has stuck with me in a way that few other games have, even the legendary Thousand Year Door.
Graphics: 9 The Wii obviously isn't a graphical powerhouse, and the Paper Mario series has also never been a graphical showcase. That being said, it gets right everything it really needs to, which is: 1. The game is very appealing to look at. The only parts of it that aren't full of color and life are the parts that are designed to be that way. Plus, I enjoy how they changed the art direction in a way that fits the game well, watching the worlds be drawn in like an etch a sketch, and having many transitions look like MS Paint. Sound: 10 Paper Mario as a whole has probably never had a bad OST, and Super Paper Mario is no exception. There's so much variety in the track selection here that no area has music that doesn't feel like it fits, even if listening to the overthere stair is a torture simulator after playing through it. Plus, there's a reason songs like The Ultimate Show and Bounding Through Time are iconic today. Gameplay: 7 Truth be told, the game didn't need to be an RPG to be good. What I believe many forget is that this game was in development for the Gamecube before shifting to the Wii, and the team wanted to try their hand at something different, since a traditional RPG was already on the Gamecube. That being said, I will admit that the main gameplay is good at best. Most of the specialty sections like the quiz show and the iconic dating sim part are fun gimmicks, but I can't say playing the game is always fun. Generally it is, but like I said before, I still think Chapter 7-3 and 7-4 are a torture simulator. At least it's not that long of a section though. Overall: 8 It's fair to say this game isn't perfect. It does have some of the best moments in arguably the best Mario spinoff, but it has some moments that drag down the experience. Still though, if you haven't played it, please do for the masterpiece of a story alone. Also just for the record, the ending still gets tears out of me. |
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| Reviewer: Rexius55 | Date: Dec 9, 2022 |
| This game was part of what made my childhood and pushed me to begin working towards a career in game development. I adore this game despite its flaws. Every NPC, every dimension, every item, every piece of dialogue, doesn't matter, I absolutely love this game and always have.
Graphics: 9 The graphics in this game are fantastic! The improvement on TTYD's visual style is incredibly clear, and the blending of 2D sprites and 3D objects looks great! Of course, there's the issue of the Wii's crust since Nintendo refused HDMI for many iterations of the Wii, but even with that, the game looks amazingly good even to this day! Sound: 10 The sound design in SPM is incredible! Every song is memorable and catchy, and the sound effects give a feeling of warmth whenever they pop up. At first, the text box sound can be irritating, but as you play the game more, I'm sure you'll warm up to it! The sadness and tragedy invoked with some of the songs is jaw-droppingly good, and the sound effects have become somewhat iconic around the internet. The subtle ambience in each of the levels is also fantastic, really adding to each setting! Gameplay: 9 Controversial opinion, but I actually enjoy SPM's gameplay! Of course I have to acknowledge the elephant in the room; the game is incredibly easy and can get repetitive. But even then there are a lot of times where I thoroughly enjoyed just sitting back, zoning out and experiencing the platforming that's unique to this entry of the Paper Mario series. The UI is fantastic, the controls are pretty smooth, and the Pixl system that replaces the partner system is pretty sick! The collectibles, although a bit repetitive, are pretty fun to collect and look at! Overall: 9 Even though I love this game, I've got to admit it's not even close to perfect. The graphical limits of the Wii and the easiness/strangeness of the gameplay can put a dim on the fun if you pay attention to them too much. But if you're willing to sit back, relax, and look at everything the game has to offer, I'm sure you'll find that it's one hell of an experience, and especially considering the story, this game is still somewhat of a masterpiece! P.S. The story will make you come to close to crying if not bawl. |
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