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Classic Review: Paper Mario
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<blockquote data-quote="Danny" data-source="post: 41315" data-attributes="member: 63"><p><img src="http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/6/61/Papermario.jpg" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /></p><p>Thinner mario Bigger Adventure <img src="data:image/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP///yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7" class="smilie smilie--sprite smilie--sprite8" alt=":D" title="Big Grin :D" loading="lazy" data-shortname=":D" /></p><p><strong>Info</strong></p><p><strong>Developer:</strong> Intelligent Systems</p><p><strong>Publisher:</strong> Nintendo</p><p><strong>Release Date:</strong> US: 2/5/01 UK: 10/5/01</p><p><strong>Virtual Console Release Date:</strong> US: 7/16/07 UK: 7/13/07</p><p><strong>Genre:</strong> RPG</p><p><strong>Modes:</strong> Single Player</p><p><strong>Rating:</strong> ESRB: E PEGI: 3+(I think)</p><p><strong>Platforms:</strong> Nintendo 64, Virtual Console</p><p><strong>Media:</strong> 1 N64 Cartridge, 1000 Wii Points</p><p><strong>Input:</strong> N64 Controller, Gamecube Controller, Classic Remote</p><p></p><p><strong>Gameplay</strong></p><p>A distinguishing characteristic of Paper Mario is that, while the game features a 3D environment similar to that used in Super Mario 64, the characters are designed as flat two-dimensional sprites reminiscent of 16-bit Mario titles, creating the impression of the characters being paper figurines.</p><p></p><p>Another departure from previous Mario games and from RPGs in general is the game's narration. The story is divided into eight chapters and a prologue. The beginning of a new chapter is announced with a cutscene and a scene with a curtain opening, similar to in a theatrical production. When the chapter is completed, another cutscene is shown with the curtain closing. In between these chapters, interludes showing dialogue between other characters take place, advancing the story. These interludes are also times when the player takes control of Princess Peach and attempts to navigate the castle while avoiding being seen by Bowser's guards.</p><p></p><p>Paper Mario takes place in a "real world" environment, with many towns, castles, and areas of wilderness which can be identified as geographical locations. The game is set in the Mushroom Kingdom, which is divided into different regions through which Mario must traverse. Locations include a tropical island, a vast desert, a frozen mountain, a haunted forest, a paradise flower garden, and the inside of a toy box.</p><p></p><p><strong>Plot</strong></p><p>The story of Paper Mario begins with an introduction to Star Haven, a place where the seven Star Spirits reside and, using the Star Rod, an item with the power to grant any wish, grant the requests of those who wish upon the stars. The story's conflict begins when Bowser and his assistant Kammy Koopa invade Star Haven, steal the Star Rod and transform the seven Star Spirits into cards.</p><p></p><p>Meanwhile, Mario and Luigi, unaware of what has taken place, receive an invitation from Princess Peach to a party at her castle. Upon arrival, Mario retires from the guests to the back of the castle to pay a visit to Peach in private. Peach greets Mario and asks him to accompany her to her balcony. Before Mario and Princess Peach reach the balcony, a loud rumbling noise is heard. The Princess' castle is then lifted into the sky by a fortress that had been located underneath the ground below the castle. Bowser then enters the castle and reveals that he is once again attempting to kidnap Princess Peach. Mario does battle with Bowser, but fails because of the Star Rod's ability to make Bowser invincible. Bowser then knocks Mario out of the castle window.</p><p></p><p><strong>Review</strong></p><p><strong>Concept:</strong> 9.8</p><p><strong>Graphics:</strong> 9.2</p><p><strong>Sound:</strong> 9</p><p><strong>Playability:</strong> 10</p><p><strong>Entertaiment:</strong> 10</p><p><strong>Replay Value:</strong> Moderately High</p><p><strong>Overall Score:</strong> 9.8 - Amazing</p><p><strong>Choice Awards:</strong></p><p><img src="http://img520.imageshack.us/img520/3105/medalsqc6.gif" alt="" class="fr-fic fr-dii fr-draggable " style="" /></p><p>Gold</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Danny, post: 41315, member: 63"] [img]http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/6/61/Papermario.jpg[/img] Thinner mario Bigger Adventure :D [b]Info[/b] [b]Developer:[/b] Intelligent Systems [b]Publisher:[/b] Nintendo [b]Release Date:[/b] US: 2/5/01 UK: 10/5/01 [b]Virtual Console Release Date:[/b] US: 7/16/07 UK: 7/13/07 [b]Genre:[/b] RPG [b]Modes:[/b] Single Player [b]Rating:[/b] ESRB: E PEGI: 3+(I think) [b]Platforms:[/b] Nintendo 64, Virtual Console [b]Media:[/b] 1 N64 Cartridge, 1000 Wii Points [b]Input:[/b] N64 Controller, Gamecube Controller, Classic Remote [b]Gameplay[/b] A distinguishing characteristic of Paper Mario is that, while the game features a 3D environment similar to that used in Super Mario 64, the characters are designed as flat two-dimensional sprites reminiscent of 16-bit Mario titles, creating the impression of the characters being paper figurines. Another departure from previous Mario games and from RPGs in general is the game's narration. The story is divided into eight chapters and a prologue. The beginning of a new chapter is announced with a cutscene and a scene with a curtain opening, similar to in a theatrical production. When the chapter is completed, another cutscene is shown with the curtain closing. In between these chapters, interludes showing dialogue between other characters take place, advancing the story. These interludes are also times when the player takes control of Princess Peach and attempts to navigate the castle while avoiding being seen by Bowser's guards. Paper Mario takes place in a "real world" environment, with many towns, castles, and areas of wilderness which can be identified as geographical locations. The game is set in the Mushroom Kingdom, which is divided into different regions through which Mario must traverse. Locations include a tropical island, a vast desert, a frozen mountain, a haunted forest, a paradise flower garden, and the inside of a toy box. [b]Plot[/b] The story of Paper Mario begins with an introduction to Star Haven, a place where the seven Star Spirits reside and, using the Star Rod, an item with the power to grant any wish, grant the requests of those who wish upon the stars. The story's conflict begins when Bowser and his assistant Kammy Koopa invade Star Haven, steal the Star Rod and transform the seven Star Spirits into cards. Meanwhile, Mario and Luigi, unaware of what has taken place, receive an invitation from Princess Peach to a party at her castle. Upon arrival, Mario retires from the guests to the back of the castle to pay a visit to Peach in private. Peach greets Mario and asks him to accompany her to her balcony. Before Mario and Princess Peach reach the balcony, a loud rumbling noise is heard. The Princess' castle is then lifted into the sky by a fortress that had been located underneath the ground below the castle. Bowser then enters the castle and reveals that he is once again attempting to kidnap Princess Peach. Mario does battle with Bowser, but fails because of the Star Rod's ability to make Bowser invincible. Bowser then knocks Mario out of the castle window. [b]Review[/b] [b]Concept:[/b] 9.8 [b]Graphics:[/b] 9.2 [b]Sound:[/b] 9 [b]Playability:[/b] 10 [b]Entertaiment:[/b] 10 [b]Replay Value:[/b] Moderately High [b]Overall Score:[/b] 9.8 - Amazing [b]Choice Awards:[/b] [img]http://img520.imageshack.us/img520/3105/medalsqc6.gif[/img] Gold [/QUOTE]
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