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Nintendo releases Super Mario Galaxy 1 and 2 soundtracks on Spotify
Nintendo has released the soundtracks for Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 on Spotify, featuring a combined 130 tracks. This release coincides with Mario's 40th anniversary and is available for a limited time. The music is also accessible on Nintendo Switch.
Nintendo Finally Puts Some Music On Spotify, But Don't Enjoy It For Too Long
Nintendo has released soundtracks from Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 on Spotify for a limited time to celebrate the franchise's 40th anniversary and the release of the Super Mario animated film. While the Nintendo Music app offers these soundtracks permanently, this limited Spotify release marks a rare instance of Nintendo music appearing on mainstream streaming platforms.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
This article discusses various crossovers and collaborations in gaming and media. It mentions a For Honor and Assassin's Creed crossover trailer, suggests that Shigeru Miyamoto believes Super Mario Galaxy movie backstory is now video game canon, and notes that The Rings of Power Season 3 will premiere in late 2026.
It Sounds Like Peach's Mario Galaxy Movie Backstory Will Be Canon In Future Games
Shigeru Miyamoto has stated that the backstory revealed for Princess Peach in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie will be considered canon for future Mario games. He expressed a desire to incorporate the movie's character settings into game development, despite previous hesitations about story constraints.
Mario creator Shigeru Miyamoto wants to keep The Super Mario Galaxy Movie's Princess Peach backstory changes canon…
Shigeru Miyamoto, creator of Mario, expressed a desire to incorporate the character revelations from The Super Mario Bros. Movie into future games. Specifically, he wants the film's depiction of Princess Peach and Princess Rosalina as sisters, both made of stardust, to be considered canon.
Mario Galaxy Movie Backstory Now Video Game Canon, Miyamoto Suggests
Nintendo legend Shigeru Miyamoto has indicated that Princess Peach's backstory, as presented in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, will be incorporated into future game narratives. This suggests a merging of cinematic and interactive storytelling within the Mario universe.
Miyamoto: Mario games will continue to explore Peach and Rosalina’s relationship
Shigeru Miyamoto stated in an interview with Nintendo Dream that future Mario games will explore the relationship between Princess Peach and Rosalina, a concept revealed in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. He emphasized that while he wants to expand on character backstories, he also wants to avoid being overly constrained by narrative choices in game development.
Shigeru Miyamoto wants Peach's backstory in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie to remain canon in future Nintendo games
Shigeru Miyamoto, creator of Mario, expressed his desire for the backstory established in The Super Mario Bros. Movie, specifically the familial relationship between Princess Peach and Rosalina, to be considered canon in future Nintendo games. He stated that while he doesn't want to be overly constrained by story settings, he finds it enjoyable to expand on characters and hopes future game development will adhere to the movie's established lore.
Miyamoto responds to critics who left negative reviews for Super Mario Galaxy Movie
Shigeru Miyamoto has responded to negative critical reviews for the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, expressing surprise at the harsh reception despite efforts to contribute to the film industry. He acknowledged some validity in the critics' points but found the increased negativity compared to previous films baffling.
Princess Peach's Super Mario Galaxy Movie Lineage Is Canon, Says Miyamoto
Shigeru Miyamoto has confirmed that Princess Peach's family origins, as revealed in The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, are now considered canon within the Super Mario game franchise. While Miyamoto finds the movie's poor critical reception baffling, he intends to adhere to the established movie lore in future game development, with the caveat that too much pre-defined story could limit creative freedom.
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book finds a brand-new identity for Nintendo's sidelined platformer mascot
Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, releasing May 21, 2026, for Nintendo Switch, aims to give the beloved platformer mascot a distinct identity. The game shifts focus from traditional platforming to exploration and discovery within the pages of a book, encouraging players to experiment with Yoshi's abilities to uncover the properties of various creatures. This approach, reminiscent of Nintendo's experimental design philosophy, seeks to offer a fresh experience for both new and returning players.
Miyamoto Reacts To Super Mario Galaxy Movie's Bad Reviews: "It's Truly Baffling"
Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto expressed bewilderment at the negative critical reception of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, noting it was harsher than for The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Despite lower critic scores, both films have achieved significant box office success, grossing over $2 billion combined.
Living the Dream with Tomodachi Life | Pure Nintendo Podcast E158
The Pure Nintendo Podcast returns with episode 158, discussing recent game releases like Tomodachi Life and Pragmata. The hosts also revisit the Super Mario Galaxy movie's success and share updates on the upcoming Zelda movie. The episode includes a segment on a survival-horror game and personal gaming updates.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – April 18, 2026 – Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream launches on top
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of April 18, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot after its official launch. Several other popular titles like Super Mario Galaxy, Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, and various Pokémon games also feature prominently in the rankings.
Save on Games and Gear: Mario to Elden Ring Deals Are H... | TAG
Best Buy's Ultimate Upgrade Event features discounts on games like Super Mario Galaxy and Monster Hunter Wilds, along with gaming hardware and trading cards. A new Call of Duty movie is slated for a 2028 release, penned by Taylor Sheridan, while a review of the budget-friendly AMD Radeon RX 9060 XT 8 GB graphics card highlights its performance limitations. Additionally, NYC mayor Zohran Mamdani used Mario Kart to explain a new tax on the super-rich, and actor Charlie Cox finally played Expedition 33.
Save On Video Games, Tech, Trading Cards, And More In Best Buy's Ultimate Upgrade Event
Best Buy's Ultimate Upgrade Sale features significant discounts on a wide range of video games, PC hardware, and tech accessories until April 19. Notable deals include titles like Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2, Monster Hunter Wilds, and Assassin's Creed Shadows, alongside prebuilt gaming PCs, monitors, and headsets. The sale also extends to collectibles and trading card game products, with rare discounts on some first-party Nintendo physical games.
Piano & Sleep: Mario Galaxy Now Available
GameChops has released "Piano & Sleep: Mario Galaxy," an album featuring lullaby-style piano arrangements of music from the Super Mario Galaxy series, originally composed by Koji Kondo and Mahito Yokota. Producer Tom "Curly" Thomas created the soft arrangements, which are now available on major music platforms like Spotify and Apple Music.
Rosalina and Samus have new Nintendo eShop cards, plus an eShop credit sale is live
Nintendo has released new $200 and $150 eShop cards featuring Rosalina and Samus, respectively. Additionally, a sale is currently active on the Nintendo eShop, offering the $10 credit for $8.98. These new cards and the ongoing sale provide opportunities for fans to purchase digital content.
Nintendo’s New Mega Rosalina Amiibo Goes Big for Super Mario Fans
Nintendo is releasing a supersized Rosalina Amiibo figure inspired by the Mega Mushroom power-up from the Super Mario series. This larger figure will feature enhanced detail and is expected to be a popular item for collectors. While an official release date hasn't been announced, it is anticipated to launch within the next few months.
The movie only just come out, but Super Mario Galaxy Movie toys are already receiving their first stellar discounts
Toys for the recently released Super Mario Galaxy Movie are already receiving their first discounts, with several figures and playsets available at reduced prices. Despite mixed critical reception, the film has performed well at the box office, and toy discounts follow a similar pattern to those seen after the first movie's release.
