A creative addition to the realm of Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, Paper Mario now graces the roster thanks to a dedicated modder who meticulously crafted the character's 2D appearance and animations. The modding community for Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is vibrant, constantly pushing boundaries with new characters and gameplay tweaks to enhance the game's experience and character selection.

While Super Smash Bros. Ultimate boasts an array of recognizable Mario characters, the rendition of Paper Mario based on his appearances in the Paper Mario series stands out as a truly exceptional addition.

The Paper Mario series, renowned for its RPG elements, holds a special place in the hearts of many fans. Despite a dip in popularity during the Nintendo 3DS and Wii U era, enthusiasts continued to show unwavering support for the franchise. Although Paper Mario is represented in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate through a stage and spirits, some fans envisioned Paper Mario as a distinct fighter from his mainstream counterpart, leading to the birth of this remarkable Super Smash Bros. Ultimate mod.

Created by MilesFox10 on Twitter, this ongoing project showcases early tests and clips of Paper Mario in action. The mod impressively transforms Paper Mario into a 2D sprite, seamlessly replacing the Animal Crossing Villager fighter. Demonstrative videos reveal intricate animations like jumping, ducking, and victory poses inspired by the Paper Mario games.

Dive into the World of Paper Mario in Super Smash Bros. Ultimate with Miles' Games Mod

Fans have lauded Miles' dedication to making Paper Mario a unique combatant. As a substitute for Villager, Paper Mario inherits a moveset from the latter, encompassing special and standard attacks. This sparked interest among fans who volunteered to craft an entirely new moveset for this Super Smash Bros. Ultimate mod, drawing inspiration from classics like the Nintendo 64 original and The Thousand-Year Door. The mod's release date remains uncertain as Miles continues to refine it during their leisure time.

The timing of this Paper Mario mod's development aligns perfectly with Nintendo's recreation of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door for the Switch, preserving the essence of the original GameCube version with enhanced 3D and 2D elements. Anticipation runs high as fans eagerly await the revival of The Thousand-Year Door in May, marking its debut on a new platform. Hopefully, the completed mod will coincide with the launch of The Thousand-Year Door remake.

• Super Smash Bros. Ultimate

  Super Smash Bros. Ultimate is a high-speed fighting game developed by Bandai Namco, featuring a diverse lineup of over 70 characters from various video game franchises, each with distinct abilities and combat styles.

  Franchise

  Super Smash Bros.

  Platform(s)

  Switch

  Released

  December 7, 2018

  Developer(s)

  Bandai Namco Entertainment

  Publisher(s)

  Nintendo

  Genre(s)

  Fighting

  ESRB

  E for Everyone: Cartoon Violence, Comic Mischief, Suggestive Themes

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• Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (2024)

  A modern version of the classic 2004 RPG, Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door for the Nintendo Switch features upgraded graphics along with other changes intended to make the game as accessible as possible.

  Franchise

  Paper Mario

  Platform(s)

  Switch

  Released

  May 23, 2024

  Developer(s)

  Nintendo

  Publisher(s)

  Nintendo

  Genre(s)

  RPG

  ESRB

  E For Everyone Due To Mild Fantasy Violence, Mild Suggestive Themes