The Paper Mario series has evolved significantly since its inception, with early titles like Paper Mario and The Thousand-Year Door being celebrated for their RPG elements, humor, and creativity. However, starting with Super Paper Mario in 2007, the series experienced an identity shift, moving away from traditional RPG mechanics. This shift has led to mixed reviews over the years, but Paper Mario: The Origami King seeks to bring back the series' original magic, standing out as a notable entry with improved design and familiarity to its classic roots.
Paper Mario: The Origami King celebrates its five-year anniversary today, reflecting a complex legacy that mixes platforming joy with RPG storytelling elegance and humor.
The Paper Mario series began with beloved RPG titles, but has faced criticism as it transitioned away from its original turn-based mechanics, particularly since Super Paper Mario.
Despite the series’ mixed reputation, Paper Mario: The Origami King attempts to recapture the magic of the original two games, standing out as the best installment since.
Super Paper Mario, while initially planned for the GameCube, shifted to the Wii, presenting a hybrid platforming-RPG experience that marked a turning point for the series.
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