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: A high-pitched version of Hollywoodedge, Antique Timer Clicks PE179201 is used whenever a timer appears on-screen, often preceding a failure if the time runs out. Sound Libraries Used

The "fail" sound effect in the Paper Mario series often refers to specific jingles used when losing a minigame, failing an action command, or taking damage. Key "Fail" & Damage Sounds

: In Super Paper Mario , there is an unused jingle titled ff_fault1_32k (internally BGM_FF_FAULT1 ) that was likely intended for failing a minigame. mario_fail_sound_effect

: The distinctive sound Mario makes when taking damage in Super Paper Mario is often used in fan projects and mods, sometimes paired with the classic Super Mario Bros. death jingle.

You can listen to compilations of these and other sound effects from the Paper Mario series here: : A high-pitched version of Hollywoodedge, Antique Timer

The Paper Mario series heavily utilizes commercial sound libraries for its "cartoonish" feel, including:

: In Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door , failing to run from a battle triggers the H-B SKID, CARTOON - QUICK SKID sound effect. : The distinctive sound Mario makes when taking

: Used for boings, skids, and magic accents.