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Super Mario Galaxy Movie could arrive on digital platforms early next month
The Super Mario Galaxy Movie is reportedly set to be released on digital platforms on May 5th, following its theatrical debut on April 1st. This collaboration between Nintendo and Illumination has been a cinematic success. The film is expected to incorporate elements from Super Mario Odyssey and Super Mario Galaxy.
UK software sales chart for the week ending April 25, 2026 – Pragmata and Tomodachi Life in the top 3
The UK software sales chart for the week ending April 25, 2026, shows Pragmata taking the top spot, pushing Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream to third place. Cyberpunk 2077 Ultimate Edition and Resident Evil Requiem also feature in the top 5, with Elden Ring and Tekken 8 following closely.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – April 25, 2026 – Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream wins again
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of April 25, 2026, show Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream retaining the top spot. Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 and Super Smash Bros. Ultimate follow in second and third place respectively, indicating a stable sales landscape.
Nintendo uploads Super Mario Galaxy playlist to Spotify to celebrate movie
Nintendo has released playlists from Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 on Spotify to promote the upcoming Super Mario Galaxy Movie. The company is also expanding its Nintendo Music app for Nintendo Switch Online members with more game soundtracks. The movie trailer and official poster have also been revealed, featuring Yoshi and elements from other Mario titles.
Nintendo Switch 2 Gets New StarFox Game and Zelda Remake for Summer
Insider information suggests Nintendo is planning a summer lineup for the Nintendo Switch 2 that includes a new Star Fox game and a remake of a classic Legend of Zelda title. A new 3D Mario game may be delayed to ensure a polished release. This strategy aims to build excitement for the new console's launch and subsequent software releases.
UK software sales chart for the week ending April 18, 2026 – Tomodachi Life and Pragmata come out swinging
The latest UK software sales chart for the week ending April 18, 2026, sees new releases Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream and Pragmata debut at #1 and #2 respectively. Nintendo Switch accounted for a significant portion of sales for both titles, with Pragmata seeing 13 percent of its sales from the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2.
UK Charts: Tomodachi Life Is Living The Dream In Its Debut Week
Tomodachi Life: Living the Dream has debuted at the top of the UK physical sales charts, surpassing Capcom's Pragmata. Resident Evil Requiem and Pokémon Pokopia saw significant drops in their rankings. The charts also indicate sales breakdowns across various platforms, including the Nintendo Switch and its successor.
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.
Ranking all of Nintendo’s Switch 2 upgrade packs from worst to best
This article ranks various paid upgrade packs for Nintendo Switch 2 Edition games, evaluating their value based on performance boosts, graphical improvements, and added content. Titles like Kirby and the Forgotten Land and Super Mario Bros. Wonder are highlighted for their substantial additions, while others like Super Mario Party Jamboree and Pokemon Legends: Z-A are criticized for offering minimal unique features for their cost.
Talking Point: If The Star Fox Rumours Are True, Where The Heck's Our Captain Toad Sequel?
Amidst rumors of a new Star Fox game, this article argues that Nintendo should prioritize a sequel to Captain Toad: Treasure Tracker. The author points to Captain Toad's increased visibility in The Super Mario Bros. Movie and its sequel as evidence of his potential, contrasting it with the long gap since the last Captain Toad game and the lukewarm reception of the most recent Star Fox title.
Nintendo Switch 2 Holiday Dreams Get a Reality Check as Mario Hopes Cool Down
Speculation about a new 3D Mario game launching with the Nintendo Switch 2 for the holidays is cooling down, according to industry insider @Stealth40k. While Nintendo has a history of pairing major franchises with new hardware, the lack of official announcements and the need for a summer Nintendo Direct suggest that expectations should be managed. Nintendo is known for its surprises, and whatever they have planned for the Switch 2's launch will likely be special, even if it's not the anticipated Mario title.
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.
A Love Letter To Gaming's Many Weird Moons
This article explores the recurring presence and diverse interpretations of the Moon in video games, from its use as a setting for combat and puzzles in titles like Portal 2 and Super Mario Odyssey to its symbolic significance in Bloodborne and The Legend of Zelda series. It highlights how games like Destiny and Outer Wilds leverage the Moon's mystique to create unique player experiences, reflecting humanity's fascination with space and celestial bodies.
Poll: Super Mario Galaxy Movie Characters Compared, Film Vs. Game Designs - Which Are Best?
This article compares the character designs from the Super Mario Galaxy movie with their original video game counterparts. It highlights new characters introduced in the film and discusses how Illumination's visual style alters familiar faces, inviting readers to vote on their preferred designs.
Games Inbox: What was the best ZX Spectrum game?
Readers discuss their favorite ZX Spectrum games, with titles like Elite, Knight Lore, and The Great Escape being highlighted. Other topics include the story pacing of Resident Evil Requiem, the potential of an Elden Ring movie, rising amiibo prices, console storage solutions, and the pricing of new racing games.
These Nintendo games didn’t get DLC, but could have
This article discusses several major Nintendo games that have not received substantial downloadable content, exploring potential additions that could have enhanced them. Titles like The Legend of Zelda: Tears of the Kingdom and Super Mario Odyssey are highlighted as examples of complete experiences, while others like Mario Party Superstars are noted for their lack of post-launch expansions.
Miyamoto and illumination explain why they choose Super Mario Galaxy for latest film
Shigeru Miyamoto and Illumination CEO Chris Meledandri explained their choice of Super Mario Galaxy as the inspiration for the latest Mario movie. They sought to expand the world beyond the Mushroom Kingdom, finding the cinematic and dramatic possibilities of Galaxy, particularly with the character of Rosalina, to be a natural fit for a new story.
Nintendo Switch eShop charts – April 4, 2026 – Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 overtakes Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen
The Nintendo Switch eShop charts for the week of April 4, 2026, show Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 reclaiming the top spot, surpassing Pokemon FireRed and LeafGreen. This resurgence is attributed to renewed interest following the release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie.
Nintendo and Illumination explain why Galaxy was chosen for the latest Mario movie
Nintendo and Illumination have explained their decision to focus the next Mario movie on Super Mario Galaxy, rather than a direct sequel to The Super Mario Bros. Movie. Shigeru Miyamoto and Chris Meledandri discussed how Galaxy's themes of expanding the world and its cinematic potential made it an exciting choice. They emphasized that while not a sequel, elements from the first film and the game itself informed the new story.
Feature: Our Top Ten Favourite Easter Eggs In The Super Mario Galaxy Movie
This article lists ten favorite Easter eggs found in the Super Mario Galaxy Movie, highlighting numerous callbacks to the Super Mario series. The movie incorporates references from various games, including Super Mario Odyssey, Super Mario 64, and Super Mario World, alongside nods to Donkey Kong and Pikmin.
