Paper Mario: Color Splash

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Paper Mario: Color Splash is a role-playing adventure game developed by Nintendo and released for the Wii U in 2016. Set on Prism Island, the game centers on Mario investigating a mystery involving the island's disappearing colors. The primary tool for restoration is the Paint Hammer, which Mario uses to repaint drained areas of the world. Combat incorporates Battle Cards, adding a layer of tactical decision-making to encounters. The title continues the series' tradition of comedic tone and action-oriented gameplay while introducing these color-themed mechanics as its distinguishing features. Exploration and puzzle-solving are woven throughout the island environments, with the paint system connecting both traversal and battle elements into a unified theme. Color Splash represents one of the later entries in the Paper Mario franchise during the Wii U era.