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Paper Mario: The Origami King

Paper Mario: The Origami King is a 2020 role-playing video game developed by Intelligent Systems and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Paper Mario: The Origami King is a 2020 role-playing video game developed by Intelligent Systems and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch. It is the sixth entry in the Paper Mario series and follows Mario and allies as they try to stop King Olly from transforming the Mushroom Kingdom into origami. The game was released in Canada as part of the worldwide launch on July 17, 2020, distributed by Nintendo of Canada.

Gameplay

The Origami King combines role-playing, action-adventure, and puzzle mechanics. Environmental puzzles and a distinctive battle system are featured. Players must free Princess Peach's castle from five decorative streamers wrapped around the kingdom.

Plot

The story begins with Mario and Luigi attending an origami festival at Princess Peach's castle, where Peach and many Mushroom Kingdom residents are transformed into origami. Mario teams up with Olivia, King Olly's sister, to stop the invasion and restore the kingdom.

Release and series position

The game was developed by Intelligent Systems and published by Nintendo for the Nintendo Switch. It followed Paper Mario: Color Splash and became the sixth installment in the Paper Mario series.

Reception and sales

Later reporting from Nintendo-associated fan sources indicates the game sold over 3 million copies by March 2021, making it the fastest-selling game in the series.

Key facts

  • It is the sixth game in the Paper Mario series.
  • The game was released worldwide for Nintendo Switch on July 17, 2020.
  • Its story centers on Mario, Olivia, and King Olly, who threatens the Mushroom Kingdom with origami transformations.
  • The game blends action-adventure, role-playing, and puzzle elements.
  • Players must free Princess Peach's castle from five decorative streamers wrapped around the kingdom.
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Canadian context

Nintendo of Canada distributed Nintendo Switch software in the Canadian market, and the game was released in Canada as part of the worldwide launch on July 17, 2020.[4][5]

Frequently asked questions

What is Paper Mario: The Origami King?
It is a 2020 Nintendo Switch role-playing video game developed by Intelligent Systems and published by Nintendo.
Is it part of the Paper Mario series?
Yes. It is the sixth game in the Paper Mario series.
Who is the main villain?
The main antagonist is King Olly, who attempts to reshape the Mushroom Kingdom using origami.
Who helps Mario in the game?
Mario is aided by Olivia, King Olly's sister, who accompanies him on the journey.
When was it released?
It was released worldwide on July 17, 2020.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paper_Mario:_The_Origami_King
    Supports: Developer, publisher, release date, series position, genre, and basic plot details.
  2. Fandom — https://papermario.fandom.com/wiki/Paper_Mario:_The_Origami_King
    Supports: Plot details involving Olivia, King Olly, and origami soldiers.
  3. iMore — https://www.imore.com/paper-mario-origami-king-everything-you-need-know
    Supports: Release date, story setup, streamers, and gameplay features.
  4. Simple English Wikipedia — https://simple.wikipedia.org/wiki/Paper_Mario:_The_Origami_King
    Supports: Series position, release date, and core plot premise.
  5. Nintendo Fandom — https://nintendo.fandom.com/wiki/Paper_Mario:_The_Origami_King
    Supports: Sales figures through March 2021 and fastest-selling series claim.