Wow what a super action rpg!
The paper mario series started out on the N 64.It was an extension of the super mario rpg from the snes.Unlike that one though this one used flat character models...like paper,and well everything else was flat also....hence the paper part of the title.Anyways it fused regular looking 2-d stuff into a 3-d world and made for a really super charming rpg game.It was of the beaten track to say the least.3 games later and we have super paper mario,and this installment is just as good in its own way.
To start with the nixed the turn based battles..which were always fun thanks to the creative battle systems.They replaced it with regular hop and bop mario gameplay.You still explore,and yes you can still buy items and stuff but its like a action/rpg hybrid of some sort.This installment has its eye more on action and puzzle solving.This really puts a spin a things, as does the swap from 2-D to 3-D game mechanic.The result is yet another smash game that will keep you from being bored for some time.
The graphics in this one while not a huge leap over the the thousand year door,are still better.The world seems more colorful and the graphics seem more crisp than before.Don't expect something mind blowing , but from an artistic point of view everything is great.The sounds and music are all also top notch.This game has some truly great music.The controls work well and you'll hold the wii mote sideways, like a nes pad and use it like that.Everything is at your finger tips,everything is done so well from a controll stand point that this in my opinion shows that you can do alot with less buttons,if you put your mind to it.
The story is also great,and surprisingly deep for a mario rpg.It starts out peach gets kid napped...whats new huh...well bowser didn't take her this time.He was on his way to do so but this count bleck guy did it and hes trying to end all worlds so he can remake everything better.Your the hero that must step forward and stop him.The story has lots of funny stuff and even a few touching moments.Its great that really all I can say with out giving to much away.
Then there is the pixies and the cool 2-d/3-d mechanic.Through out your adventure you'll run into pixies that give you cool powers.Like with one you reach out and grap stuff,with another you can blow stuff up and yet with another you can point the wii mote at the screen and reveal secrets.There is more and all serve a very useful purpose.Next to all this is the cool 2-d/3-d game mechanic.Stuck in 2-d?Well press the A button and flip it to 3-d to see whats missing.All this factors into some cool and fun puzzles that are never too hard but just fun.Then theres the depth of an rpg to go along with all.You'll explore towns,talk to people,get items,and like all mario games uncover lots of secrets and even level up along the way.Thats a lot gameplay for one game.Least to say you should check into this game if you own a wii.
So if you like action and adventure with some depth and a great story to round out the package then this game is for you.I think this game will appeal to almost anyone really, so check it out today.