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Paper Mario: The Origami King - Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite [Digital]

ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
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A new paper-crafted Mario adventure unfolds on Nintendo Switch. The kingdom has been ravaged by an origami menace. Join Mario and his new partner, Olivia, as they battle evil Folded Soldiers, repair the damaged landscape, and try to free Princess Peach's castle from the clutches of King Olly in this comedy-filled adventure, only on the Nintendo Switch system.
  • Details
    • Genre: Action and Adventure
  • Key Specs
    • ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
    • ESRB Descriptors: Mild cartoon violence (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
    • ESRB Interactive Elements: No Interactive Elements (The interactive or online features of the game, such as users' interactions with other players, location sharing, internet access, in-game purchases, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
    • Compatible Platform(s): Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite
    • Software Format: Digital (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
  • General
    • Brand: Nintendo
    • Model Number: 110722
    • Product Name: Paper Mario: The Origami King
    • Publisher: Nintendo
    • Developer: Nintendo
  • Game Details
    • Genre: Action and Adventure
    • Multiplayer: false
  • Certifications Listings & Approvals
    • ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
    • ESRB Descriptors: Mild cartoon violence (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
    • ESRB Interactive Elements: No Interactive Elements (The interactive or online features of the game, such as users' interactions with other players, location sharing, internet access, in-game purchases, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
  • Compatibility
    • Compatible Platform(s): Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite
    • Software Format: Digital (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
  • Requirements
    • Video Game Content Included: Full game
  • Other
    • UPC: 400064146551

A new paper-crafted Mario adventure unfolds on Nintendo Switch. The kingdom has been ravaged by an origami menace. Join Mario and his new partner, Olivia, as they battle evil Folded Soldiers, repair the damaged landscape, and try to free Princess Peach's castle from the clutches of King Olly in this comedy-filled adventure, only on the Nintendo Switch system.

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    Q: What is the ESRB rating for the game?

    A: This game is rated E (Everyone) by the ESRB.

    Q: What is the role of Olivia in the game?

    A: Olivia is Mario's partner in the game, and together they fight to repair the origami-ravaged kingdom. They battle the Folded Soldiers and work to free Princess Peach's castle from the clutches of King Olly.

    Q: Why is the game considered a comedy-filled adventure?

    A: The game features Mario battling evil Folded Soldiers and trying to free Princess Peach's castle from King Olly. This is all part of a lighthearted adventure that unfolds on the Nintendo Switch.

    Q: Will there be a special edition Paper Mario Nintendo Switch

    A: I have been looking around sites and googling this as well and it looks like Nintendo will just offer the base game. I do wish retailers would offer pre-order goodies like for example; a sticker set, pin(s), a small figurine or something else like that. Who knows though, maybe they will offer something later on.

    Q: Is there a preorder bonus for the game at all at any store

    A: There is at GameStop currently not sure if there are any where else

    Q: Is this game used for switch and switch lite?

    A: Yes! Any game labeled Nintendo Switch works for both systems.

    Q: How many players?

    A: 1 player

    Q: Is this the cart version?

    A: This is Paper Mario. Not Mario Kart

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    Reviews

    Customers are sayingCustomers are pleased with the fun gameplay, clever story, and enjoyable humor in Paper Mario: The Origami King. Many also praised the music and dialogue. However, some customers found the battle system could be improved and that the game's difficulty was not very challenging. The game's story is noted to be approximately 25-30 hours long.
    This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
    • Gameplay (430)
    • Overall Performance (278)
    • Story (106)
    • Art Style (43)
    • Humor (36)
    • Battle System (87)
    • Difficulty (26)
    • N/A (4)

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    Pros for Paper Mario: The Origami King - Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite [Digital]
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    Cons for Paper Mario: The Origami King - Nintendo Switch, Nintendo Switch Lite [Digital]
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