Paper Mario, a turn-based JRPG entry in the Mario franchise with a paper-based aesthetic and platforming elements, sees the titular character working his way through the Mushroom Kingdom's diverse locales and biomes, meeting its inhabitants, fighthing unruly enemies and recruiting an array of companions in order to once again save Princess Peach from the clutches of the evil Koopa King Bowser.
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Probably my first RPG ever? Even though the sequel improves upon effectively every aspect of the game, I have a ton of nostalgic love for this, and (like many people probably) I credit it with making me into a fan of the genre. Timed hits and badges still feel great today, and new Romhacks coming out upping the difficulty give me more reason to replay it.
Absolutely loved it. Can't usually get into RPGs but the active combat system makes it much more interesting and enjoyable. The cast of quirky companions and character flood this game with so much personality not many other Mario games can replicate. Felt like I was exploring a fully realized Mushroom Kingdom with people living there and having their own lives. Just nonstop fun puzzles and combat from start to end.