These 6 Paper Mario Mods are Incredible

[@jude4581]

Thank you for shouting out Paper Mario Black Pit. I think it’s one of the best ROM Hacks of any game ever, and I’ve barely seen anyone talk about it.

[@theaddictofgaming9174]

I've got 75 hours in it, it's like my 5th most played game ever

[@kingzant99]

I need to get a usb controller so i can ACTUALLY play it

[@DarkIceKrabby]

It's one of the best roguelites I've ever played lol. I've gone through it at least three times now.

[@UltimateGamerCC]

i'd still be playing it, if my Dog didnt eat my Controller Cord. XD

[@kingzant99]

@@UltimateGamerCC F

[@gawkers12]

Not even mad, but just straight-up surprised to see no mention of Dark Star

[@ThatGuyMj]

fr

[@pablosolisvaldelvira]

Same

[@StarmenRock]

Bias or scrub alert

[@DavidDriggers-yo5bx]

I would not be surprised if Nintendo sicks it's lawyers on the mod creators. After all they were fighting against emulators and homebrews. They hate fan mods and the fans who create them.

[@That1PlaceBehindTheBush]

​​@@DavidDriggers-yo5bxMost modders aren't worried about that. They would rather people are able to enjoy their work than to hide it in fear of a remote chance of a c&d. It's usually very few for-profit mods that get taken down or fangames that directly compete with (and take away sales from) a current game in the series. If they're not paywalling their mods or actively distributing roms, they're probably fine.

[@matthewbankey5547]

Paper Mario 64 had a bigger modding scene than I realized. 😮

[@LuigiXHero]

It got a super good modding tools and recently it got a full decomp too so the sky is the limit

[@theaddictofgaming9174]

​@@LuigiXHero"recently" like a year ago

[@LuigiXHero]

@@theaddictofgaming9174 🧓

[@hershmysson]

@@theaddictofgaming9174 time goes by... :o

[@JackitK]

Yeah there's a whole Discord for the modding community with mods of all shapes and sizes. I'd recommend giving Star Haven a Google if you're interested.

[@TommyDeonauthsArchives]

"Toadette is the main character now." Classic Jon line for a video that features Brandon and Daniel!

[@TheRiddler6129]

So, about the Toadette mod, it works for Dark Star Edition and TTYD64 as well!

[@mandatorial]

Don't forget the co-op mod. Such a nice way to introduce the series to a friend.

[@U4MHH]

where can I find this?

[@StarmenRock]

Never heard of it, good to know

[@Empty12345]

If we had co-op for TTYD I'd cry

[@marvinvillasana9648]

no way!!? I'm gonna look for this now

[@marvinvillasana9648]

seems fun but does it play on real hardware? It's the multiplayer mod by skelux

[@JelIyKing]

Fyi, much of MQ extra stuff is straight from "Pro Mode", so make sure clover gets credit.

[@ZappBranniglenn]

I've played Dark Star Edition and the more recently released TTYD64 and can recommend both. Dark Star is extremely difficult, however, so I'd only recommend it to those willing to study each boss fight and figure out how to use their tools effectively. TTYD64 on the other hand has multiple difficulty settings. I wouldn't say its hard modes are entirely satisfying since it just enhances enemy stats by +50% and +100% respectively but it lets people enjoy a very different run of the original game without getting frustrated. It's definitely the best (finished) showcase right now of how far PM64 modding has come

[@alyxgraff9121]

I am so glad that there's so much creativity on display in these games.

[@TheSpinia]

"I feel like some people are intimidated by the word mods" No I'm intimidated by the words "github repo"

[@oscarthomas6236]

It says so much about elDexter’s talent specifically that he makes up over half of these mods

[@GigaMan91]

Peach's diner dash is such an underrated idea.

[@rho-starmkl4483]

Just when I thought a Stanley Parable parody would be the weirdest Mario Mod ever.

[@JackitK]

The craziest part was that el-Dexter made that mod for a 2 month game jam, but only took two weeks to make it. Granted I believe the refined it after the Game Jam to make the last two levels, but I'm still impressed to this day how much he was able to do in so little time.

[@jaretco6423]

Master Quest is my absolute favorite of the Paper Mario rom hack. It's the original game, but with new items, badges, enemies & other content and is more challenging.

[@BananaR777]

Try darkster edition, takes the master mod and futher increases the challenge

[@jonathantonner4263]

Can't wait for the 2.0 update!

[@UltimateGamerCC]

i got both the Jr Version and the OG, i eventually want to get good enough to take on the OG XD

[@koolkrafter5]

Black Pit is incredible! If you've just started out and you're having a hard time, the game gets a LOT easier once you unlock star powers, since they're permanent, even in the roguelike pit. I love that the achievements are given a purpose because they let you unlock new star powers.

[@jonathantonner4263]

Surprised that dark star or hero mode didn't make the list, otherwise great video!

[@Rubberman202]

3:29 - Interesting that they called the Goomba King "Goomboss". I get that's what he was called in his appearances after Paper Mario, but it still confused me for a second. Also, that Paper Mario TTYD 64 mod reminds me of someone arguing that the original Paper Mario should have been remade over TTYD, since the foundation for Paper Mario 64 is strong and just needed the mechanics and expansions TTYD had. Maybe one of these days it'll get the remake treatment, but I think this mod is a good compromise until then.

[@BaconNuke]

I read a theory about why the original wasn't remade over TTYD 1) PM64 is on Switch Online already 2) Apparently it's story at times was similar to Mario RPG, which was recently remade, so they didn't want two remakes out that would share some beats around the same-ish time

[@Rubberman202]

@@BaconNuke I actually read the exact same thing on TV Tropes. I can't really speak to the similarities between Super Mario RPG and Paper Mario (they feel completely different to me, but whatever), though as for it already being on Nintendo Switch Online, we have Link's Awakening on NSO even though it also has a remake, so I suppose it really just depends on Nintendo.

[@SonBlackHeart22]

I reccommend Dark Star Edition it takes inspirarion of Master Quest but is more duable and you get these curse badges to increase enemy hp and attack and as well more star points to grind from. And it also incorporates the dark star to the game as well. And is prob more interesting than master quest jr imo.

[@MLmaster135]

overall aside from some unique surprise fights, Dark Star Edition really is just a more fair version of Master Quest, alongside its side story w/the Anti-gang from chs 4-8. its deff one of my favorites. esp the pit boss in DSE, who is in fact, refightable whenever you want. its the most unique boss by far. (I tested it myself by doing the DSE pit a 2nd time and was pleasantly surprised you can refight the pit boss whenever you wanted to) curse badges most deff reward you with knowing the game+bosses. take the 3 dark koopas in toad town sewers(guarding the pipes) for example, where you can use all curses for some free 100 star points(assuming merlee's used) for the first two. then make the curses at least purple to beat the 3rd dark koopa as it has spiked gloomba in the formation to gain the most star points possible from the 3 fights. it deff needs Savestates like mosta da hard mods, buts DSE's pretty fun and has nice lore(esp from the Dev's log)

[@ArcheressAva]

Dark Star Edition is so good, it's my favorite for sure. There's something for everyone that likes PM64 in it, including those who like Master Quest's difficulty or want something even beyond (using the curse badges as you mentioned or difficulty file name cheats, etc.)

[@UltimateGamerCC]

i have both tbh, no reason you cant have both. XD

[@shadowmwape]

paper mario is finally back, I'm so happy

[@MainMemory]

I actually completed the story in Black Pit (yes, it has an ending), took me 21 streams (~70hr), mostly grinding the Roguelike Pit for cash, and there's still more I could do in it!

[@Croshau]

I can't wait for wish upon abyss to release

[@cataquackwarlord5389]

For me, the scary thing about mods isn't about things being different, technically - but rather, it's that I'm not sure how to play them. I'm largely used to playing things on the actual systems, so I've never really understood how to set things up to play a rom. But I really hope I can figure out those technical issues someday - there are so many fascinating fan games I'm curious to explore, with even more after watching this video.

[@juanluismendoza8655]

Oh wow the Pixar lamp joke! I can’t unsee that now! 😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆😆 Anyway, I think the Toadette Mod is probably my favorite among those shown in this video. Very curious to see what other Mods people create. 👀

[@napoleonfeanor]

I always love mod and romhack videos. Maybe make a playlist of those.

[@JeskidoYT]

the All Bosses mod needs to be overclocked to 60fps

[@heroic_teddy]

I need to give that TTYD mod a try!! Great video you two!

[@supersebbl2259]

When I read the title I knew this is gonna be a elDexter mod list

[@sultan_3864]

as of now of October 2024, there are different mods for ttyd remake such as the Toadette mod (similarly covered in the video), a boss rush glitz pit rematch (only works once you finish glitz pit as it crashes the game if you put in the mod), a hard mode, and a playable Luigi as well. funnily enough it replaces luigi with mario and vice versa, so you will see mario hanging out with luigis partners.

[@SuperKamehameha2]

I tried regular Master Quest. I really did. But I got hard walled at the Anti Blooper who freakin spawns Anti Guys guarding the Ultra Boots. I tried at least a hundred times I couldn’t do it lol. Maybe I’ll try again on Jr

[@chloeryanvtuber]

It honestly feels way more balanced in the Jr version 😊

[@JoyContent2]

I love the paper mario randomizer myself

[@Shady_Fungus]

Fans do what Nintendon’t

[@nintendogametuber]

No Paper Mario 64K? It’s an amazing HD texture hack of the game.

[@Gungho73]

Honestly Cooking Princess took the cake for me. I'm going through Master Quest myself but Cooking Princess might be worth a look. This is what a side game should be in the franchise.

[@robertwilliamson2856]

I'm in the minority that prefers Paper Mario 64 to Thousand Year Door.

[@jahnotreal]

W

[@chloeryanvtuber]

Better game, I feel the same way

[@claudespeed277]

Yea samez

[@thedazzlingshell101]

I never knew about at least half of these. I heard & seen Pro Mode, Master Quest, & some of Dark Star. But I have seen some pictures of TTYD 64. Ever heard of the Super Mario World ROM Hack: TSRPR?

[@mystechry]

Hey, you did not mention the mod "Dark Star". It seems to be a nice alternative to Master Quest JR. I'd love to see a comparison between those two and TTYD64 hard. Not sure if I want to play them all so it would be great to have them all covered and compared.

[@GamerFunOriginallyAarush]

Super crazy!

[@piratebear3126]

Played TTYD64 recently and design-wide it’s a ton of fun and my dream remake of PM64. I did have some technical issues along the way though. Chests in Shy Guy’s toy box started soft locking the game whenever I opened them and I had to go through the Pit of 100 Trials to fix it. Then against Bowser I had to quick beat him because the Star Rod attack would crash my emulator, which granted was probably an emulator issue. Still highly recommend the mod, but I started making start of chapter save backups after the Toy Box.

[@midnightgamer-21]

The Toadette mod looks adorable ngl

[@Mohammed1000real]

Paper Mario with Playable Toadette is my favorite one!

[@oxyyerks9849]

Ok bro I won’t tolerate lakitu slander my boy is the goat

[@fridaynightfunkinfan5627]

0:19 Partly because the original’s already on NSO. 2:37 @elDexter played this mod once. I’ve seen their video, but did this footage come from that? 5:30 @BertBro played this mod once, but I thought it was in Dark Star Edition.

[@CractusJohn]

So in Black Pit, there’s also the entire side Maze thing lol, tho maybe that was left for others to figure out when they try it. Also I’ve played Black Pit, MQjr, and TTYD64, but i really wanna try the toadette one now lol

[@UltimateGamerCC]

i have pretty much all the Mods you posted in this video, the only exception being the Toadette one, nothing personal, but i like my Mods nice and beefy. i want to put the spotlight on a Mod for PM that sadly seems to be abandoned, but i feel like if enough people see it, they'll make a similar mod to finish the concept. and that Mod is called Dark Side Storyr, it's a special story where Bowser successfully destroyed Mario and conquered the Mushroom Kingdom, it also features new Partners, new Locations and Enemies. sadly, the Mod is only a single Chapter long, so my Playthrough ended way too soon, it gave me a feeling of Bowser's Inside Story in PM, but more edgy.

[@mr_fuji_mintsmr_fuji_mints9873]

Donlin has an "informant"

[@rho-starmkl4483]

9:40 Just like Wolfenstein.

[@oxyyerks9849]

Damn someone made the mod when your gf wants to play overcooked but your a paper Mario guy

[@Evixyn]

What kind of mods are available for the best paper Mario title "Wii Super Paper Mario" ?

[@lucille404]

There's the Gauntlet of 200 Trials mod by jdaster64

[@Lonkshi21]

Ttyd 64 came out years after black pit

[@shyblookster137]

It's a bit unfortunate that there was no mention of Dark Star Edition and that well... literally 4 out of 6 mods were by ElDexter. Don't get me wrong he makes good stuff and black pit / ttyd64 deserve to be on here but the all bosses mod? Aight then. You even mentioned cooking princess which is a mod from the first modding jam the community held but no other jam mods were included despite there being some really good ones like Back in Bowser, Cake Chaos, Tatanga's Nebula, Legendary Starship and Koopamancer's Fury to name a few. I do appreciate there being any sort of spotlight on the topic for sure, but I suppose a little more diversity in terms of creators would've been cool :)

[@gameman494]

agreed

[@bates64]

All bosses was quite impressive to be fair but I agree this should have been more spread out

[@boomfanfic-a-latta8996]

One mod I really like is the one that turns the game into The Stanley Parable!

[@FearlessBoneHead101]

Not enough mods feature Luigi 🥺

[@Kniffel101]

With Mario Builder 64 and all these, I wish Nintendo would embrace the modding scene more, just like the vast majority of other gaming companies! =/ That being said, mods and emulation are awesome! =D

[@bates64]

Thanks for the coverage. Next time it'd be cool if you could speak to us during the video production process so that you can have us help make your script correct & provide the proper attribution to people

[@Drake_Waffle]

No Book of Mario L video 😔

[@CharmCityGamer]

The Toadette mod, where can I find it? I'd love to play!

[@ElsweyrDiego]

i never played Paper Mario 64 before. Should i beat the original game before using any mod or it's better with some enhancement mods? if so, which one is recommended to not go far away from the original intent?

[@MLmaster135]

its actually be best to beat the original paper mario 64 first, so you can get a good feel for it. afterwards I'd highly recommend trying Dark Star edition, its essentially Master Quest, but far more Fair in terms of player freedom, as well as having a side-story involving the anti-gang+Dark Temple from ch. 4 through 8. you'll still need savestates and some cooking guides for Dark Star edition tho.

[@JackitK]

With so many of the mods increasing the difficulty you're probably best having at least one playthrough of the original game first. A lot of the smaller mods, like Cooking Princess or mods made for a Game Jam you could probably jump into blind, but you'd likely get more appreciation out of any Paper Mario mod once you're familiar with the original game. 'Cause as far as I know there isn't a Paper Mario mod that's just the vanilla game with QOL features. As for the second part, "Pro Mode" is probably the most like the original Paper Mario. It's harder but that's only because there's a bigger risk/reward with guarding. Enemies do double damage but defensive options are also double as effective. TTYD-64 is probably the next candidate. Story is the same, excluding the new side areas, maps are the same as the original game. However, because of the combat update and new badges, battles will feel much more like Thousand Year Door than the original game. But many people would consider that just an upgrade, so depending on your taste that may not be an issue. It's also the only mod with an easy mode, so if you're really struggling you can just adjust the difficulty.

[@omegasonic8267]

Darkstar edition

[@BiggestSniff]

Ttyd 64 is so sick

[@philiphunt-bull5817]

How could you talk about Master Quest without bringing up Pro Mode???

[@techteen3000]

There’s paper mario dark star edition you should try out

[@SrRodnand]

Can you play them on ED64 tho

[@charlesbishop3170]

WHERE'S DARK STAR?????!?!

[@SheepFreak2]

paper parabel!

[@batofdestiny]

Master Quest 💀

[@chloeryanvtuber]

Paper Mario: prepare to die edition

[@MetalSonicReject]

By any chance, do any of these ROM hacks run on Delta?

[@lukebytes5366]

If you can run the original game, most rom hacks should be okay beyond bugs.

[@FoxDie77777]

Which one is better for a first playthrough of this game? MQ or TYD64?

[@brandon236]

Mq is more of a challenge mod, TTYD64 adds a lot more content to the game plus there is a difficulty modifier.

[@lucille404]

For a first playthrough I'd recommend just playing the vanilla game. Both of those make substantial changes to the point that you're basically playing a different game. If you're set on doing one of those first though, TTYD64 would likely be the better choice imo

[@UltimateGamerCC]

if you're playing it for the first time, you gotta familiarize yourself with Vanilla, Mods are almost ALWAYS harder than the Original game.

[@TokyoDrift456]

im shocked you didnt mention dark star edition, i havent had the chance to play it myself but it does look really cool

[@oamadi]

How do I get this game

[@kazuhiroyasei]

No Dark Star Edition mention? Meh.

[@rickster008]

my pptyd came today

[@theiceknight4457]

Man I miss strider7x. Shame he got canceled.

[@StarmenRock]

Research for this video seems to be very superficial. Super weird

[@ChrisCarrasquillo]

Nintendo seeing this video: "interesting."

[@MillDonald-g3p]

Hall Shirley Walker Donald Garcia Michelle

[@bates64]

:D

[@kingdomkey63]

You guys are picking that fight with nintendo arent you

[@akiradkcn]

Good, notendo deserved the hate

[@MilkerMurphy]

Imagine making a PM mod and making the playable character a Toad. Absolute brainrot behaviour. Black Pit ist great but all the spelling mistakes ruin what could have been an excellent mod

[@brdthechao]

pro-eldexter propaganda

[@Vulpas]

The best mod restores Vivian's original identity as otokonoko, rather than either of the inaccurate English localizations (especially the new DEI version).

[@lucille404]

I see the transphobic brainworms have gotten you so bad that you don't even know what game this video is about

[@FreeTheTaint]

30fps and censored 'remake'.

[@SuperPlacido1]

What do you mean? Are you talking about the Remake of Thousand-year Door?

[@HipnotikHylian]

Nothing was "censored"

[@chloeryanvtuber]

​​@@HipnotikHylianyou cannot reason with gamergaters. They are perpetually offended and desperate to displace their anger due to failing in their real lives

[@NerdRahtio]

What was censored? I haven’t played the remake.

[@adamjones1951]

Vivian is trans in the new TYD remake. Unacceptable for kids.

[@HipnotikHylian]

Oh really? What about trans kids? Hateful piece is shit

[@HipnotikHylian]

Be quiet transphobe

[@HipnotikHylian]

STOP DELETING MY COMMENT GVG!!! This dude is hateful and deserved to be called out. What about trans kids huh?

[@theashenogre8948]

She was always one even in the original. Smfh. Also Trans people are fine around children.

[@chloeryanvtuber]

Vivian was always trans. Teaching your kids to hate or fear trans people is unacceptable 😏