Paper Mario: The Origami King
LumiScore
Growth
57/100
Growth Value
- Problem Solving
- Spatial Awareness
- Strategic Thinking
Risk
LOW
Engagement Patterns
Minimal pressure to spend or play excessively.
Heads up
Parent Pro-Tip
Encourage your child to describe their strategies for solving the ring-based battles and environmental puzzles. This can further enhance their critical thinking and communication skills.
Top Skills Developed
Development Areas
Representation?How diverse the game's characters are in gender and ethnicity. Higher = more authentic representation. Display only — does not affect time recommendation.
Bechdel Test?The Bechdel Test checks whether a game has at least two named female characters who talk to each other about something other than a man. A simple measure of representation.— Passes the test
Multiple female characters with dialogue, and they discuss things other than men.
Parent Pro-Tip
Discussing in-game strategies helps children articulate their thought processes, reinforces problem-solving techniques, and allows parents to engage with their child's gameplay experience.
What your child develops
Paper Mario: The Origami King offers a delightful and engaging adventure that stimulates cognitive skills through its unique ring-based battle system and environmental puzzles. Players will develop problem-solving, strategic thinking, and spatial awareness as they navigate the paper-crafted world and interact with its charming characters. The humor and lighthearted story also contribute to a positive emotional experience.
Regulatory Compliance
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About this game
A new paper-crafted Mario adventure unfolds on Nintendo Switch The kingdom has been ravaged by an origami menace! Join Mario and his new partner, Olivia, as they team up with unlikely allies like Bowser and the Toads to battle evil Folded Soldiers.