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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.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie beats Project Hail Mary to become the highest grossing film of 2026 so far
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has become the highest-grossing film of 2026 so far, earning $629 million globally and surpassing Project Hail Mary. Despite strong performance, future releases like Spider-Man: Brand New Day and Toy Story 5 could challenge its top spot. The film received a mixed review, with critics noting a lack of focus on its main characters.
Game Crossovers and Collaborations
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is projected to surpass $300 million at the box office. This indicates strong audience reception for the film adaptation.
Feature: A Look Back At Every Game Nintendo Life Scored 10/10 Over 20 Years
Nintendo Life looks back at the 69 games it has awarded a perfect 10/10 score over its 20-year history. The article details the criteria for a perfect score, emphasizing games that raise genre bars and push industry boundaries, and lists titles from Mega Man 2 to New Super Mario Bros. Wii.
Nintendo Officially Launches New Limited-Time Switch 2 Bundle Deal With Super Mario Galaxy 1+2
Nintendo has launched a new limited-time bundle deal for the Nintendo Switch that includes Super Mario Galaxy 1 and 2. This promotion comes at a time when console prices are experiencing volatility.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has passed $500M globally
The animated Super Mario Galaxy Movie has surpassed $500 million in global box office earnings. The film, a collaboration between Nintendo and Illumination, had a reported budget of $110 million and is expected to reach $308 million in the United States alone.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – April 11, 2026 – Tomodachi Life and Pokemon Champions square off for first
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of April 11, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream taking the top spot based on pre-loads alone, with Pokemon Champions and its Starter Pack in second place. The charts detail the top 30 all-games and download-only titles, featuring a mix of new releases and evergreen bestsellers.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie review - A Super Nintendo Cinematic Universe Expansion Pack
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, a collaboration between Nintendo and Illumination, expands the Super Mario cinematic universe. This film adaptation aims to entertain audiences of all ages by building upon the established Super Mario world.
US: Nintendo Download for 10th April, 2026
Nintendo has announced its latest download lineup for the Nintendo Switch, featuring new releases and classic titles. New additions include Pokémon Champions, PAC-MAN, Mendel Palace, THE TOWER OF DRUAGA, and PRAGMATA. The update also highlights ongoing sales and rewards for Nintendo Switch Online members.
Into the Black
This article mentions a pitch meeting for a Super Mario Galaxy movie and notes the passing of hip-hop pioneer Afrika Bambaataa at the age of 67.
A maverick hacker got Mac OS X running on a Wii
Developer Bryan Keller has successfully ported Mac OS X 10.0 (Cheetah) to run on a Nintendo Wii console. Motivated by skepticism, Keller developed a custom boot loader and drivers to overcome the technical challenges, demonstrating the Wii's hackability and its PowerPC architecture's similarity to older Macs.