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US: Nintendo Download for 5th March, 2026
Nintendo of America has announced the latest Nintendo Download for March 5, 2026, featuring new releases and pre-orders for the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. New titles include Pokémon Pokopia, Blue Prince, Minishoot' Adventures, and Rotwood. Pre-orders are open for Monster Hunter Stories 3: Twisted Reflection and WWE 2K26. The update also highlights Mario-themed content for MAR10 Day and new additions to Nintendo Music and eShop sales.
Dippin' Dots Launches Mario-Themed "Galaxy Pop" Mystery Flavor
Dippin' Dots has launched a limited-time "Galaxy Pop" mystery flavor ice cream and movie-themed collectibles to celebrate Mario Day and the upcoming "The Super Mario Galaxy Movie." The special flavor will be available until April 30, with collectible cups and spoons featuring movie-inspired designs offered on March 10 at participating locations.
Celebrate MAR10 Day with LEGO Super Mario Sets | Console Creatures
LEGO is celebrating MAR10 Day with a showcase of five popular LEGO Super Mario sets. These sets allow fans to build interactive dioramas and characters from the Super Mario universe, encouraging creative play and imagination for both children and adults.
Announcements from Nintendo Direct - September 12, 2025 - NintendoFuse
Nintendo's latest Direct presentation revealed numerous upcoming titles and updates, including the celebration of the Super Mario Bros. 40th anniversary and the arrival of Virtual Boy games on Nintendo Switch Online: Expansion Pack. Key announcements include a release date for Metroid Prime 4, DLC for Donkey Kong Bananza, and new entries in the Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Bros. Wonder series.
The Ultimate Mario Quiz: How well do you know Nintendo's famous plumber? | Quiz
This quiz tests knowledge about Nintendo's iconic character, Mario, coinciding with the 35th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. It covers his first appearance in Donkey Kong, his naming origin, various professions, and details from games like Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Odyssey.
Animal Crossing: New Horizons Nintendo Switch 2 Edition review – Refurbished
This review examines the Animal Crossing: New Horizons Nintendo Switch 2 Edition, describing it as a lovingly refurbished home rather than a reinvention. The updated version enhances the core life simulation experience with crisper visuals, richer colors, improved lighting, smoother animations, and faster load times, making it a more polished and definitive edition of the beloved game.
Nintendo Indie World showcase tomorrow
Nintendo has announced an upcoming Indie World showcase, with speculation suggesting a general Nintendo Direct will follow after April 3rd. The timing is thought to be influenced by the end of Mario's 40th anniversary on March 31st and the global release of the Super Mario Galaxy movie.
Nintendo Music soundtrack updates for Feb. 23rd, 2026
Nintendo has been consistently adding soundtracks from its various games to the Nintendo Music app for Nintendo Switch Online members. Recent additions include music from Super Mario Land 2, Pokémon FireRed and LeafGreen, Paper Mario: The Origami King, and many more titles spanning decades of Nintendo history. The app allows users to stream or download music, search by game or track, and even loop or extend tracks for background listening.
The Best Nintendo Switch Platformers
This guide rounds up the best platforming games available on the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2. It includes a variety of titles, from classic 2D side-scrollers to modern 3D adventures, featuring both first-party Nintendo franchises and popular third-party releases.
Best-Selling Nintendo Switch Games - Every First-Party Title To Pass One Million Sales
This article details the best-selling first-party games on the Nintendo Switch, listing 87 titles that have surpassed one million units sold as of March 2026. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe leads the pack with over 71 million sales, followed by Animal Crossing: New Horizons and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. The list includes sales figures and brief descriptions for each game, also noting some early Switch 2 titles that have reached the milestone.
Best Super Mario Games Of All Time
This article ranks all mainline Super Mario platformer games from worst to best, including spin-offs like Super Mario Run. It details the strengths and weaknesses of each title, offering a definitive list for fans. The ranking is based on user ratings and includes historical context for older games.
Super Mario Odyssey Review | Giant Bomb
Super Mario Odyssey is a surreal yet familiar platformer that emphasizes exploration with its large, open worlds and numerous objectives. While it features a unique hat-possession mechanic, the core gameplay feels reminiscent of Super Mario 64. The game boasts stunning visuals, a stellar soundtrack, and a wealth of content beyond its main story, making it a standout title for the Nintendo Switch.
Super Mario Odyssey Review
Super Mario Odyssey is a surreal yet familiar 3D platformer that draws heavily from Super Mario 64's exploration focus. Players collect moons to power their ship, explore large, open worlds filled with dozens of objectives, and utilize Mario's new hat-throwing ability, Cappy, to possess enemies and objects. The game features a vibrant art style, a fantastic soundtrack, and extensive post-game content, making it one of the best entries in the Mario series.