Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door remake's shocking price hike

W Emblem is a unique item in the game that allows players to transform Mario's appearance
An undated in-game image of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door. — Nintendo
An undated in-game image of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door. — Nintendo

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door is a beloved role-playing game (RPG), first released in 2004 for the Nintendo GameCube and has since become a classic. In the game, players control Mario as he travels through different worlds, fighting enemies and solving puzzles to save the world from destruction.

The recently released remake of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door made major changes to the original game. One of the most notable changes is the significant increase in the value of the W emblem, a badge that allows Mario to cosplay as Wario.

The W Emblem is a unique item in the Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door game that allows players to transform Mario's appearance into that of Wario. While this isn't essential to gameplay, it's a fun cosmetic item that many fans enjoy.

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W Emblem is now worth 432 coins, an increase of 72 coins from its original price of 360 coins. The change has sparked controversy among fans, who are questioning the reason for the price hike. Some joked that it was an example of inflation in Mario's world, while others were disappointed that the remake made an already expensive item even more expensive.

Nevertheless, the remake has made some positive changes to the game, including making it easier to get coins. However, the increase in the price of the W emblem has disappointed many fans. The price hike may deter some players from purchasing it, which could be a detriment to fans who enjoy character customisation.