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Cover art of The Paper Mario Christmas Special
Platform
Nintendo 64
Genres
Role-Playing
Player Perspective
Third person · Side view
Developers
Rain

Summary

Paper Mario Christmas Special is a fan‑crafted ROM hack that reimagines the classic N64 title with a festive twist. The project emerged from the Paper Mario Modding Discord, where a small team of dedicated hobbyists—Rain, Alex, Fish, Fewffwa, and Den—collaborated to inject holiday spirit into the beloved RPG.

Each contributor brought a different skill set, from sprite tweaking to script editing, turning the original game’s world into a snowy playground without breaking its core mechanics. Their collective effort showcases how community‑driven creativity can breathe new life into legacy software.

The hack has become a quirky footnote in the retro‑gaming scene, celebrated by collectors and mod enthusiasts who appreciate both its nostalgic charm and the collaborative spirit behind its creation.

Storyline

The Paper Mario Christmas Special follows Parakarry, who has misplaced the presents meant for the residents of Toad Town. Determined to rescue the holiday, Mario teams up with Parakarry and sets off on a quest to recover the missing gifts. Their goal is to retrieve every present and, hopefully, save Christmas for the town.

Edited by Maya Carter

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Multiplayer

Game modes
Single