After nearly two decades of begging and pleading for a remake or rerelease, fans are finally getting their wish: Paper Mario: The Thousand Year Door is finally returning in 2024 for Nintendo Switch. The beloved GameCube classic is back with a facelift that ratchets the visuals up to the next level. You can see it in glorious motion in this trailer:
This particular Paper Mario game carries a lot of clout as it’s widely considered to be the best in the series. Witty writing, excellent RPG gameplay, and a stunning visual aesthetic all coalesced into a singular experience that was rather defining for a generation of players. It’s not totally clear what changes await beyond the graphics (don’t dare tough the translation, Nintendo), but here’s a blurb about the game and what to expect:
The Nintendo GameCube game returns with updated graphics. Turn the page and join Mario and friends in an RPG adventure to discover the legendary treasure behind the ancient Thousand-Year Door. Will Mario complete his papery quest, or will he crumple under the pressure? Find out when Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door unfolds on Nintendo Switch in 2024.
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