Paper Mario: The Millennial Door released on May 23, 2024 for Nintendo Switch. The game was first released on the Nintendo GameCube in 2004 and is one of the most beloved Paper Mario games.
The Switch version exudes the same charm and humor. It features newly arranged music alongside rich, vibrant colors and upgraded HD graphics – which look great both on TV and in handheld mode – especially if you own a Switch OLED. If you’re wondering about performance, Digital Foundry has given its verdict on whether the drop to 30fps is justified by the visual upgrades.
In the game, Mario first arrives in a town called Rogueport to begin his quest on behalf of Princess Peach. After a scuffle with Lord Crump and his forces, Mario teams up with archeology student Goombella, a female Goomba who is also on the hunt for treasure. The two search for the missing Princess Peach and hunt for the Crystal Stars to reveal what lies behind the ancient Millennial Door.
Each chapter is filled with familiar faces, quirky characters, entertaining stories and creative quests, immersing you in a vibrant paper-themed world. There are also many places to explore and secrets to unfold. The combat and RPG elements are easy to understand, accompanied by an easy-to-use badge system to boost your stats. There are also many hints and tutorials to guide you through the game. This game is ideal for the younger generation to delve into the world of RPGs, but it is also great if you are looking for a less complex game to relax with. The ‘theater’ backdrop for the fights also ties in neatly with the recent theater theme in Princess Peach Showtime.
Our Features Editor, Christian Donlan, recently shared his thoughts on why Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door is so brilliant. Please note that his article is a retrospective rather than a review and contains spoilers, so if you want to check out the game for yourself first, check out the best Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door deals below for the UK and US:
Where to buy Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door in the UK
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Where to buy Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door in the US
It has been reported that select retailers have canceled Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door pre-orders placed online. Walmart sent customers an email offering $25 off their next purchase, noting that “Nintendo will only offer this item in stores.”
The US Nintendo Store is now only accepting orders for the digital version. Amazon is also apparently canceling online orders for physical copies.
It looks like Best Buy and Gamestop are still selling physical copies online in the US, but we’re not sure if they’ll cancel them.
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If you’d like to top up your Nintendo eShop Wallet to purchase Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door digitally, you can purchase different Nintendo eShop credit values from our store. After purchase, you will receive a code by email that you must redeem on your Nintendo Switch account and then place your order for Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door.
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What is the release date of Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door?
The release date for Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door was Thursday, May 23, 2024.
How much does Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door cost for Nintendo Switch?
The recommended retail price of Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door is £49.99/$59.99, but retailers are selling it for up to £10 off in the UK, including Amazon.
Are there any other Paper Mario games on Nintendo Switch?
YEP! If you have the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack, you can play the port of the original Paper Mario game from the N64 collection. Paper Mario: The Origami King is another game in the Paper Mario series and exclusive to Switch.
Looking for cheap Switch games to build your library? Check out our guide to the best Nintendo Switch game deals. If you’re thinking about upgrading your Switch console to an OLED, check out our best Nintendo Switch console deals guide for the latest deals.
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