Super Mario Bros. 2
News, coverage and analysis tracking Super Mario Bros. 2 across the outlets.
Nintendo Download: Four Ages, One MissionNintendo's latest download update features new releases like The Adventures of Elliot: The Millennium Tales and Observer: System Redux for Nintendo Switch. The update also highlights Father's Day game recommendations, pre-orders for Devil May Cry 5, and a Game Trial for EA SPORTS FC 26 for Nintendo Switch Online members. Additionally, promotions for Nintendo Switch Online memberships and various eShop sales are detailed.- Super Mario Bros 1, 2 and 3 Free Roam Tracks added to Mario Kart World on Nintendo MusicNintendo has added the Free Roam Tracks from Super Mario Bros. 1, 2, and 3 to the Mario Kart World soundtrack within the free Nintendo Music app. The app is available on iOS and Android devices and features soundtracks from various Nintendo titles.
Weekend Discussion - June 13, 2026This weekend discussion covers various topics including Super Mario World and Super Mario Bros. 2 hacks, a critique of a sports apparel company, and a "Pitch Meeting" segment on a Star Wars property. The article also features a musical recommendation from The Linda Lindas and mentions Shacknews' policy against using generative AI in its content. Staff writer Ozzie Mejia shares his background in gaming and his preferred genres.
Nintendo Had The Hottest Game On Earth. Then It Rejected The Sequel.This article discusses the 40th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. 2, also known as 'The Lost Levels,' and why Nintendo of America initially rejected its release in the West. The game was developed as a sequel to Super Mario Bros. for the Famicom Disk System and was notably more difficult than its predecessor. Nintendo of America, led by evaluators like Howard Phillips, found the game too punishing and lacking in innovation compared to other contemporary titles, opting instead to repurpose another game for the Western release of Super Mario Bros. 2.
Mina the Hollower's classic Zelda vibes channel Bloodborne to create one of my new retro-style favoritesMina the Hollower is a highly praised indie game that blends elements from classic titles like The Legend of Zelda and Dark Souls with its own unique mechanics. Developed by Yacht Club Games, it offers extensive player choice in builds and combat, available on PC, PlayStation 5, Xbox Series X, Nintendo Switch, and Steam Deck. The game provides a challenging yet rewarding experience with a gothic aesthetic and a vast, interconnected world.
Nintendo veteran designer Takashi Tezuka set to retire as Executive OfficerNintendo veteran designer Takashi Tezuka, known for directing classic titles like The Legend of Zelda: A Link to the Past and Super Mario World, will retire from his role as an executive officer on June 26, 2026. Tezuka's departure follows the recent retirements of fellow Nintendo designers Hideki Konno and Kensuke Tanabe.
GameStop CEO trying to buy eBay briefly banned on eBay, but that's not stopping him from attempting to sell garbage…GameStop CEO Ryan Cohen's temporary suspension from eBay, where he was selling items to fund a $56 billion bid to buy the company, has drawn further scrutiny. The items listed on his eBay account, including retro games, have raised questions about their origin, with former Game Informer employees suggesting some may have come from the magazine's former offices.
After 40 years, Super Mario Bros speedrunners discover "the Holy Grail of glitches"Speedrunners have discovered a significant glitch in the original Super Mario Bros., dubbed "the Holy Grail of glitches," after a year of research stemming from a similar discovery in Super Mario Bros. 2. This arbitrary code execution exploit allows for extensive manipulation of the game's code, though it is not practical for standard speedruns due to its complexity and time investment.
Jack Black says Donald Glover campaigned to play Yoshi in Super Mario Galaxy MovieActor Jack Black revealed that Donald Glover actively campaigned for the role of Yoshi in the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Glover expressed his strong desire to voice the character due to his fandom of the Mario universe. The article also mentions Donald Glover will voice Yoshi in the film and teases the appearance of Wart.
Star Fox Hero Fox McCloud Is in Super Mario Galaxy MovieNintendo and Illumination have revealed that Fox McCloud from the Star Fox series will make an appearance in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. A film poster shows Fox McCloud in his pilot uniform, with an Ukiki character from the Super Mario series also present. The movie is set to release on April 1, 2026, and follows previous announcements of Pikmin and Super Mario Bros. 2 characters appearing.
Nintendo spoils shocking Star Fox cameo for The Super Mario Galaxy MovieNintendo has revealed that Fox McCloud from the Star Fox series will make a cameo appearance in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, even releasing a movie poster for the character. This surprise inclusion, revealed just a week before the film's release, has led to speculation about potential future crossovers, including a Super Smash Bros. movie.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie might actually be making a years-long fan theory about Rosalina and Princess Peach canonA detail in the UK's age classification report for the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie suggests it may canonize a long-standing fan theory about a familial link between Princess Peach and Rosalina. The report mentions "infrequent very mild upsetting scenes include flashbacks to the separation of a girl and her younger sister." The film will also feature Wart, Mouser, and Birdo as antagonists, with Issa Rae voicing Honey Queen and Donald Glover voicing Yoshi.
Random: A Classic Super Mario Cartoon Is Heading To MeTV Toons In The USThe classic cartoon series "The Super Mario Bros. Super Show!" is set to air on MeTV Toons in the US starting March 30, 2026. The broadcast will feature 65 episodes of the show, which was originally based on Super Mario Bros. and Super Mario Bros. 2 and aired in the late 1980s and early 1990s.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie Might Feature Another Nintendo IPA promotional video for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has revealed the potential inclusion of characters from other Nintendo franchises, notably Pikmin and ROB. Shigeru Miyamoto, a producer on the film, has previously expressed interest in a Pikmin movie. The montage also features characters from Super Mario Bros. 2 and other Mario titles.- Adventures in Gameland’ – TouchArcadeThis article reviews three Nintendo Switch titles: Marvel vs. Capcom Fighting Collection: Arcade Classics, Yars Rising, and Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland. The Marvel collection is praised for its arcade-perfect ports and extras despite a shared save state issue. Yars Rising is a solid Metroidvania that attempts to connect to its retro roots, though its concept is debated. Rugrats: Adventures in Gameland is a creative platformer inspired by Super Mario Bros. 2, well-executed but a bit short.
- In appreciation of Super Mario Bros. 2, the series' forgotten stepchildThis article reflects on Super Mario Bros. 2, a lesser-discussed entry in the popular franchise, in honor of MAR10 Day. It aims to bring attention to this often-overlooked installment of the Super Mario series.
- Here's the final trailer for The Super Mario Galaxy MovieNintendo has released the final trailer for The Super Mario Bros. Movie, showcasing new details and confirming voice actors for characters like Yoshi (Donald Glover) and Honey Queen (Issa Rae). The film, set to release on April 1, will feature Luigi throughout the adventure and includes a rumor about a potential Star Fox appearance, hinting at a broader Nintendo cinematic universe.
The Mario Game and Watch isn't my favorite version, but it does at least have the real sequel you potentially…The Nintendo Game & Watch: Super Mario Bros. handheld, released in 2020, includes the original Super Mario Bros. and its Japanese sequel, Super Mario Bros. 2 (The Lost Levels). While not the author's preferred version of the handheld, it offers official access to classic titles and a unique version of Super Mario Bros. 2, which is a reskin of Yume Kōjō: Doki Doki Panic.
Nintendo Music – list of all games includedNintendo has released a comprehensive list of games that will feature music in their upcoming Nintendo Music service. The list includes titles spanning various Nintendo platforms, from the NES to the Nintendo Switch, with many fan-favorite franchises represented.
The 11 Super Mario side characters who deserve their own gameThis article discusses which Super Mario side characters deserve their own dedicated video game. It highlights characters like Toad, Goomba, Lakitu, Boo, Kamek, Waluigi, Daisy, Nabbit, Geno, and Mallow, exploring potential game concepts for each. While Princess Peach and Luigi have had their own titles, the article argues they could still benefit from more substantial games.