Summary
- Release Year: 2016
- Genres: Adventure, Role-playing game (RPG)
- Platforms: Wii U
- Developers: Intelligent Systems Co., Ltd., Nintendo
- Publishers: Nintendo
Paper Mario: Color Splash Review
Paper Mario: Color Splash is the fourth installment in the Paper Mario series, and it was released for the Wii U in 2016. The game follows Mario and his friends as they travel to Prism Island to restore the island’s vanishing colors.
Gameplay
Paper Mario: Color Splash is a turn-based RPG with a unique battle system. In battle, Mario can use his Paint Hammer to paint enemies with different colors of paint. Each color of paint has a different effect, such as damaging enemies, healing allies, or boosting Mario’s stats. Mario can also use Battle Cards to perform special attacks and abilities.
The game also features a variety of puzzles and platforming challenges. Mario can use his paint abilities to solve puzzles, such as painting platforms to reach new areas or creating bridges to cross gaps.
Story
The story of Paper Mario: Color Splash begins when Mario and his friends are invited to Prism Island for a festival. However, when they arrive, they find that the island’s colors have been stolen by the evil Bowser. Mario and his friends must travel across the island to collect the seven Crystal Stars and restore the island’s colors.
Along the way, Mario and his friends will encounter a variety of colorful characters, including Huey, a talking paint can who becomes Mario’s partner. Huey can help Mario solve puzzles and use his paint abilities more effectively.
Graphics and Sound
Paper Mario: Color Splash has a unique and charming art style. The game’s world is made entirely of paper, and the characters are all designed with a paper-like aesthetic. The game’s visuals are bright and colorful, and the character designs are full of personality.
The game’s soundtrack is also excellent. The music is catchy and upbeat, and it perfectly captures the game’s whimsical atmosphere.
Reception
Paper Mario: Color Splash received generally positive reviews from critics. The game was praised for its charming art style, fun gameplay, and memorable characters. However, some critics found the game’s combat system to be repetitive and uninspired.
Overall, Paper Mario: Color Splash is a solid entry in the Paper Mario series. The game’s unique art style, fun gameplay, and memorable characters make it a worthwhile experience for fans of the series and newcomers alike.
Score: 8.5/10
Pros:
- Charming art style
- Fun and engaging gameplay
- Memorable characters
- Excellent soundtrack
Cons:
- Repetitive combat system
- Uninspired level design
Overall:
Paper Mario: Color Splash is a delightful adventure that’s full of charm and humor. The new paint mechanics add a fresh layer of strategy to the classic Paper Mario formula, and the game’s world is bursting with color and personality.
Review Score
8.5/10
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