Super Paper Mario Chapters: world order and Pure Heart progression
See the eight main chapters and the key abilities introduced along the way.
Edition covered
Original Wii edition with sideways Wii Remote platforming and pointer-based Tippi hints. Gallery images include Japanese interface text.
Pure Hearts connect the chapter route
Merlon supplies the first Heart; later chapters lead to additional Hearts. Placing them in their pillars opens the next door rather than automatically transporting the party.
| Chapter | World | Key progression |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lineland | Learn flipping and recruit Thoreau |
| 2 | Gloam Valley / Merlee’s Mansion | Recruit Boomer and Slim |
| 3 | The Bitlands | Recruit Bowser, Thudley and Carrie |
| 4 | Outer Space | Recruit Fleep and explore the Whoa Zone |
| 5 | Land of the Cragnons | Recruit Cudge and Dottie |
| 6 | Sammer’s Kingdom | The Void changes the route |
| 7 | The Underwhere / The Overthere | Reassemble the party |
| 8 | Castle Bleck | Final chapter |
Flipside and Flopside are linked hubs
The mirror town provides additional Heart Pillars and services. Search hub layers with learned abilities when the next chapter door has not appeared.
| Situation | Check | Useful ability |
|---|---|---|
| No new door | Has the Pure Heart been placed? | Explore Heart Pillars |
| Blocked narrow route | Look for a sideways or small passage | Slim or Dottie |
| Apparently solid wall | Inspect the third dimension | Mario’s flip |
| Hidden object suspected | Point and inspect | Tippi |
| Long dangerous floor | Change travel method | Carrie |
Chapter 6 changes during the story
Sammer’s Kingdom is overtaken by the Void. Its interrupted sequence is part of the plot, so the initial visit does not behave like an ordinary four-stage chapter clear.
Castle Bleck tests the assembled party
The last chapter uses the heroes and Pixls learned earlier. Prepare healing before entering its long sequence and expect temporary party separations.
References
| Reference | Website |
|---|---|
| Nintendo game information or original manual | csassets.nintendo.com |
| Super Mario Wiki game reference | www.mariowiki.com |