Paper Mario: The Origami King marks the first title in the long-running Paper Mario franchise to appear on the Nintendo Switch. The new title is a satisfying continuation of the Paper Mario series that’s able to keep what’s worked from the past few games, but also introduces plenty of new ideas and characters.

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The Origami King is a success purely on a gameplay and entertainment level, but the title also features plenty of nods and references to other important milestones from Nintendo’s history. They’re great fun for hardcore Mario fans. Accordingly, here are 10 Easter eggs that you missed in Paper Mario: The Origami King.

10 Mario Tries On Samus Aran's Outfit

It's always a lot of fun when Nintendo can find subtle ways for its series to cross-pollinate and crossover in subtle ways. Paper Mario: The Origami King has a lot of fun in this regard for players that are willing to explore.

Inside the staff room at Shogun Studios, Mario can acquire a "Space Warrior Mask," which is not only a replica of Samus' helmet in Metroid, but Metroid's music momentarily plays. Both Bobby and Olivia get in sly remarks about Samus' Morph Ball ability and that the helmet would look better "on some other kind of M."

9 A Shout Out To The Original Super Mario Bros. 2

The Paper Mario series contain some of the funniest bits of dialogue from any of the games in a Mario franchise. Some of this humor comes from some very broad jokes, but other gags are only meant for dedicated gamers that are in the know.

There's a great joke where Bobby's attempt to regain his memories from his amnesia results in him using the phrase "Think Thinky Panic." This is a cute reference to Doki Doki Panic, the Japanese video game that was turned into the North American version of Super Mario Bros. 2.

8 The Great Sea & Sea Tower Are An Homage To The Wind Walker

If there are any Nintendo characters that are as popular as Mario, it would have to be Link from The Legend of Zelda. Paper Mario: The Origami King features a somewhat extensive tribute to The Legend of Zelda: The Wind Waker.

The whole Great Sea phase of the game as well as the Sea Tower pull right from Wind Waker's Tower of the Gods and the Goddess Pearls that need to be acquired. When Mario does obtain the pearls that he needs, his trial is called "the trial of power, courage, and wisdom," much like the pieces of the Triforce.

7 Breath Of The Wild's Complex Climbing Mechanics Get Lampooned

The critically acclaimed The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild isn't just the franchise's debut on the Switch, but it's considered to be a turning point in the series. Also, it's just an incredible video game that has tons to explore and grasp.

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There's a cute reference to the game in The Origami King's Autumn Mountain section where a Toad that's climbing comments on how he's grateful that it's not raining because his task would be considerably harder. This is how climbing works in Breath of the Wild.

6 Luigi Brings His Mario Kart Wheels

Luigi has a rabid fanbase and while the Luigi’s Mansion franchise is still alive and well, it’s unlikely to see a Paper Luigi ever get released. That being said, the character usually shows up in the series to varying degrees of importance. Luigi plays a vital role in Paper Mario: The Origami King in regards to helping Mario acquire necessary keys.

However, part of what makes his appearances so enjoyable is that he’s driving his typical vehicle from the Mario Kart franchise, specifically Mario Kart 8, which is a nice connection to the popular racing series.

5 The Thousand-Year Door's Audience Returns

Battle is obviously a big part of the Paper Mario games, but it seems like they value story and visual aesthetic even more sometimes. One of the most unique aspects from the Gamecube's Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door is that combat occurs in front of an audience, who are able to interact with Mario in a limited capacity.

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The feature never returned, but The Origami King resurrects it, albeit with a more Toad-based makeover. Still, it references the idea that some Mario games, like Super Mario Bros. 3, are said to be performances for the in-game characters.

4 Mario Gets To Do His Best Donkey Kong Impression

There’s been a considerable amount of crossover between the Mario and Donkey Kong series, whether it’s in Mario Kart or other titles. Many forger that Mario and Donkey Kong were initially bitter rivals in their earliest video game days.

Paper Mario: The Origami King features a fun nod to Donkey Kong when Mario finds a giant mask of his face in Shogun Studios’ staff room. Putting it on will cause Mario to proudly pound on his chest while Bobby makes jokes over words that rhyme with Kong.

3 Mario's Flag Routine Still Brings The Fireworks

One of the most iconic moments from the original Super Mario Bros. is that at the end of most stages there's a flagpole that Mario must jump and fall down. In certain circumstances there are even fireworks that go off that make the celebratory experience even more special.

Paper Mario: The Origami King does its best to replicate this retro touch when Mario encounters a goal pole in the Picnic Road region. When Mario slides down for it the first time there are even fireworks that launch and the game's victory theme also briefly plays.

2 Mario Kart Wii Music Is Recycled

Nintendo has put some fantastic music into its many games and series like Super Smash Bros. have been able to showcase just how many incredible songs fill up Nintendo's many franchises. The Mario Kart games have plenty of infectious songs, but there's a song from Mario Kart Wii that's actually re-appropriated in The Origami King.

The music from the Maple Treeway track is slowed down and used during the Tranquil Pipes Teahouse area in Shogun Studios. It's an unusual song choice to single out, but it's hard to argue with its catchy nature.

1 There's A Case Of Mario Madness Going Around

The Super Mario series has an interesting history when it comes to localization and it makes for some curious discrepancies between titles. There’s a real respect when it comes to censorship with video games, but the earlier days in the industry were much more chaotic. When Super Mario Bros. 2 was changed and released in North America, it features the subtitle "Mario Madness."

In Paper Mario: The Origami King, Mario rescues Birdo and she remarks that she's afflicted with "Mario Madness." It's a cute reference to the game, especially since Super Mario Bros. 2 also marks Birdo's debut appearance.

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