Yeah this game doesn't have XP but that won't stop me from enjoying the game the graphics are outstanding and the music is very enjoyable. Right now I'm half way through chapter 3 and the battle system is drastically different from the other games but I'm ok with the "use your brain" battle style plus the game finally brought back the partner system . Classic Paper Mario fans may or may not like this game but Origami King is closer to the originals compared to SS and CS