Super Mario Galaxy
News, coverage and analysis tracking Super Mario Galaxy across the outlets.
Super Mario Galaxy Movie surpasses $940 million in global box office earningsThe Super Mario Galaxy Movie has surpassed $940 million in global box office earnings, with estimates reaching $941.2 million after its sixth weekend. Despite mixed reviews from critics, the film has been a significant financial success for Illumination and Nintendo, with projections to reach $1-1.1 billion globally. The movie is set to arrive on digital platforms on May 20th.
OPINION: Is Mixtape really a 10/10 game?This opinion piece questions the prevalence of 10/10 review scores for narrative-driven games like Mixtape, arguing that personal emotional resonance is often conflated with objective quality and innovation. The author suggests that while Mixtape is a sincere experience, it doesn't redefine the medium in the way landmark titles like Elden Ring or The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild did. The article calls for a clearer understanding of what review scores truly measure in modern game criticism.
Nintendo Switch And Switch 2 Updated Sales Numbers AnnouncedNintendo has released updated sales figures for the Nintendo Switch and its successor, the Nintendo Switch 2, as of March 31, 2026. The Nintendo Switch has sold 155.92 million units, while the Switch 2 has reached 19.86 million units. The report also details sales for top-selling first-party titles on both consoles.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 9, 2026 – Tomodachi Life holds off Smash Bros. againThe latest Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 9, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot, fending off competition from Super Smash Bros. Ultimate. Wax Heads made its debut in the download-only top ten.
Siliconera’s 2026 Mother’s Day Game Gift GuideSiliconera's 2026 Mother's Day game gift guide offers suggestions for single-player and multiplayer titles, recommending the Nintendo Switch 2 as a versatile and affordable console. Featured games include Final Fantasy VII Remake Intergrade, Hello Kitty Island Adventure with new expansions, the relaxing InKonbini, the deep roguelike Mewgenics, and Monster Hunter Stories 3. The guide also highlights Pokemon Pokopia, Resident Evil Requiem, Bluey the Videogame, and Final Fantasy XIV with its upcoming Evercold expansion.
Nintendo reveals best-selling Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 gamesNintendo has released updated sales figures for its Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 titles. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe remains the best-selling game, followed by Animal Crossing: New Horizons. The list includes sales numbers for numerous popular first-party titles.
Switch 2 worldwide sales top 19.86 million, Switch tops 155.92 millionNintendo has announced updated sales figures for its Switch and the upcoming Switch 2 consoles. As of March 31, 2026, the Nintendo Switch has sold over 155.92 million units worldwide, while the Switch 2 has reached 19.86 million units. The report also details sales for numerous first-party titles across both platforms.
Nintendo financial results – May 2026 – Switch 2 at 19.86 million units, Switch at 155.92 million, moreNintendo's May 2026 financial report reveals strong performance for the Nintendo Switch 2, selling 19.86 million units in its first fiscal year, driven by titles like Pokémon Pokopia and Mario Kart World. The original Nintendo Switch also continued to sell, with 3.80 million units moved, bringing its lifetime total to 155.92 million. Overall digital sales increased significantly, contributing to total sales of 2,313.0 billion yen.
Why The Super Mario Galaxy Games Are The Best In The SeriesThis article argues that the Super Mario Galaxy games are the best in the series, surpassing even the highly regarded Super Mario 64. The author praises their innovative gameplay, unique gravity mechanics, orchestral soundtracks, and overall joyful experience, particularly highlighting Super Mario Galaxy 2's improvements. The games are now readily available on the Nintendo Switch.- The Super Mario Galaxy Movie comes to digital services on 20th MayThe Super Mario Galaxy Movie will be available on digital platforms like Amazon Prime Video and Apple TV starting May 20th, with a 4K version priced at £20. The film has achieved a global total of $894.2 million at the box office. Additionally, a limited-time offer bundles the Nintendo Switch 2 with Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 games.
Shigeru Miyamoto Doesn't Rule Out Wario Appearing In A Future Mario MovieShigeru Miyamoto has stated that Wario could appear in future Mario movies, despite the character's absence from the recently released Super Mario Galaxy Movie. Miyamoto also discussed his approach to creating content for children, emphasizing action over 'dirty jokes,' and noted that the dialogue for the Japanese version of the film was crafted separately from the English script.- Japan: Super Mario Galaxy Movie wasn’t localised from English to Japanese, but rebuiltShigeru Miyamoto revealed that the Super Mario Galaxy Movie was not simply localized from English to Japanese but was rebuilt for the Japanese market. The team aimed to create entertaining Japanese dialogue, with Makoto Ueda handling the script to ensure natural conversations and humor.
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie digital release date estimate slips to mid-MayThe digital and VOD release date for The Super Mario Galaxy Movie has reportedly been pushed back from May 5th to May 19th. This date has not been officially confirmed by Universal or Nintendo. The movie recently received a new chapter added to Rosalina's storybook in the original game.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – May 2, 2026 – nothing is stopping Tomodachi Life: Living the DreamThe Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of May 2, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. New download-only titles like Elementallis and Monster Crown: Sin Eater also made appearances in the top 30.
Super Mario Galaxy 2’s new storybook epilogue explainedNintendo released an update for Super Mario Galaxy 2 on Nintendo Switch, adding a new epilogue to the storybook. This epilogue features Luma twins Mari and Lu transforming into suns, potentially explaining the brighter skies in the game's levels compared to the original Super Mario Galaxy. The update also includes a symbolic appearance of a younger Rosalina and a butterfly that was present in the first game's ending.
Nintendo just surprised everyone with a Super Mario Galaxy 2 update, which adds new story content over a decade after the game originally releasedNintendo has released an update for the Nintendo Switch port of Super Mario Galaxy 2, adding a new epilogue chapter to Rosalina's storybook over a decade after the game's original release. This new content, titled 'The Epilogue,' can be unlocked after clearing any galaxy and earning a power star, and features Rosalina speaking to a mysterious young girl, sparking fan theories about her identity.
Nintendo fixes lighting effect that they broke from the Wii version in Super Mario Galaxy 2Nintendo has released an update for Super Mario Galaxy 2 on Nintendo Switch that corrects a lighting effect issue present in the collection. This graphical glitch was not in the original Wii version but appeared in the Super Mario 3D All-Stars compilation. The fix addresses the visual discrepancy for players.- Super Mario Galaxy 2 Update Adds New Storybook ChapterNintendo has released an update for Super Mario Galaxy 2 on Nintendo Switch, adding a new storybook chapter accessible after clearing the final chapter and obtaining any Power Star. The update also includes general fixes for a smoother gaming experience on the platform.
Today Is Nintendo Legend Yoshiaki Koizumi's 58th BirthdayNintendo legend Yoshiaki Koizumi celebrated his 58th birthday on April 29, 2026. Koizumi, currently Senior General Manager at Nintendo EPD, has been with the company for 35 years and has contributed to numerous iconic titles including Super Mario 64, The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time, and Super Mario Odyssey.
As rumours of a live-action Metroid movie swirl, Nintendo and Illumination set a mysterious new animated "event film" for April 2028Nintendo and Illumination are reportedly planning a new animated "event film" for April 2028, with evidence suggesting it could be a Donkey Kong spinoff. This news comes amid ongoing rumors of a live-action Metroid movie, with Sony Pictures and Universal Pictures reportedly vying for the rights. Other potential Nintendo film projects in development include adaptations of Star Fox, Kirby, Luigi's Mansion, and Super Smash Bros.