Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door is widely regarded as one of the greatest RPGs ever released on a Nintendo platform. Building upon the original Paper Mario formula, this sequel mixes turn-based combat, puzzle solving, platforming, and a richly comedic story—all wrapped in a striking paper-craft visual style.
You play as Mario, who receives a mysterious treasure map from Princess Peach. After she goes missing in the town of Rogueport, Mario embarks on a journey to collect the Crystal Stars, confront the sinister X-Nauts, and uncover the secret behind the legendary Thousand-Year Door.
⭐ What Makes This Entry Special
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Unique companions, each with their own abilities: Goombella, Koops, Vivian, Admiral Bobbery, and more
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Interactive turn-based combat where timing boosts attacks and defense
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Paper transformations for exploration: folding into a plane, tube, boat, or slipping through cracks
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Huge, varied chapters, from a murder mystery aboard the Excess Express to a professional wrestling arena story arc
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One of the most beloved scripts in Mario history, filled with humor and character personality
Key Features
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Distinctive paper art style rendered with GameCube power
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Badge system for customizing Mario’s abilities
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Audience mechanic—spectators react to your fighting style, assist you, or sabotage you
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A deep overworld with hidden paths, sidequests, and optional bosses
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Memorable villains like the Shadow Sirens, Rawk Hawk, and Lord Crump
Language: English
Rating: E
Platform: Nintendo GameCube
Genre: RPG / Adventure
Players: 1 player
Developer: Intelligent Systems
Publisher: Nintendo
Release Year: 2004 (North America)
Nintendo GameCube discs are region-locked. The NTSC-U version will only play on North American GameCube or Wii systems unless modified.






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