"Mario Games Scheduled for Nintendo Switch in 2025"
Author: Connor
May 14,2025
As one of Nintendo's most iconic characters, Mario continues to captivate players on the Nintendo Switch. Since the console's launch, Mario has graced the platform with multiple releases each year, showing no signs of slowing down even as we approach the eagerly anticipated Switch 2. The Switch has seen some of the best Mario games ever, including masterpieces like Super Mario Odyssey and the innovative Super Mario Bros. Wonder.
From exhilarating 3D platformers to the latest iterations of Mario Kart, here is a comprehensive list of every Mario game currently available on the Switch, along with a glimpse into the upcoming titles expected to launch on the Switch 2, including what's rumored to be Mario Kart 9, featuring exciting *24-car races*.
How Many Mario Games Are There on Nintendo Switch?
A total of **21 Mario games** have been released for the Nintendo Switch, spanning from the system's launch in March 2017 to the present day. The following list compiles each original Mario title available on the Switch. Note that this does not include games accessible through Nintendo Switch Online.
All Mario Switch Games in Order of Release Date
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (2017)
The inaugural Mario game on the Nintendo Switch, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, brought the full experience of Mario Kart 8 from the Wii U to the Switch. Enhanced with new characters and 48 additional tracks through the Booster Course Pass DLC, it remains the best-selling title on the platform.
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Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (2017)
A unique collaboration between Ubisoft and Nintendo, Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle merges the worlds of Super Mario and the Rabbids into a turn-based strategy game, allowing players to control Mario and friends as they navigate maps to defeat enemy Rabbids.
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Super Mario Odyssey (2017)
Super Mario Odyssey revolutionized the 3D Mario genre with its innovative gameplay. Players join Mario on a global adventure to thwart Bowser's wedding plans with Princess Peach. The introduction of Cappy, Mario's versatile cap, allows for capturing and controlling various enemies, significantly enhancing gameplay diversity. Many consider it one of the finest Super Mario games ever released.
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Mario Tennis Aces (2018)
Mario Tennis Aces marked the first Mario sports title on the Switch, emphasizing an Adventure Mode—a narrative-driven experience not seen in a Mario Tennis game since the Game Boy Advance's Mario Tennis: Power Tour. The game continuously expanded post-launch, eventually offering 30 unique characters.
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Super Mario Party (2018)
Super Mario Party rejuvenated the beloved series on the Switch, reintroducing turn-based boards for the first time since Mario Party 9. With over 80 minigames and multiple play modes, it offers ample fun for friends and family.
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New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe (2019)
New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe arrived on the Switch in early 2019, bundling New Super Mario Bros. U and New Super Luigi U with new playable characters Toadette and Nabbit, offering a wealth of levels for players to explore.
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Super Mario Maker 2 (2019)
The sequel to the Wii U hit, Super Mario Maker 2, introduced new tools like slopes, on/off blocks, seesaws, and vertical levels. A Super Mario 3D World style was also added, enabling the use of the Cat Powerup and Clear Pipes, along with a Master Sword that turns Mario into Link.
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Mario & Sonic at The Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (2019)
A staple in the series during Olympic years, Mario & Sonic at The Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 featured a story mode alongside online play, with 32 characters to choose from, making it a must-have for fans of both franchises.
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Paper Mario: The Origami King (2020)
The main Paper Mario release on the Switch, Paper Mario: The Origami King, introduced a unique puzzle battle system where players align enemies within rotating rings. Developed by Intelligent Systems, it maintains the series' charm and innovation.
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Super Mario 3D All-Stars (2020)
Celebrating the 35th Anniversary, Super Mario 3D All-Stars was a limited-time release bundling Super Mario 64, Super Mario Sunshine, and Super Mario Galaxy. Both Sunshine and Galaxy received notable resolution upgrades.
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Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit (2020)
Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit brought Mario Kart into the real world using AR technology and RC cars, allowing players to create tracks in their own homes and race against other characters.
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Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury (2021)
An enhanced version of the Wii U's 3D Mario title, Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury added a new mode, Bowser's Fury, offering a fresh take on the 3D Mario formula with a vast, open sandbox environment.
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Mario Golf: Super Rush (2021)
Mario Golf: Super Rush, developed by Camelot, introduced a story mode where players level up their Mii across different courses. The game also featured new modes like Speed Golf, enhancing the gameplay experience.
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Mario Party Superstars (2021)
Mario Party Superstars revived classic boards from the Nintendo 64 era and included 100 minigames, finally adding online play for all modes, enhancing the multiplayer experience.
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Mario Strikers: Battle League (2022)
The first Mario Strikers game in over 15 years, Mario Strikers: Battle League introduced new characters and abilities, with eight-player multiplayer and the Strikers Club feature for competitive club play.
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Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (2022)
The sequel to Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope, revamped the combat system with an open approach and introduced new characters like Rosalina and Edge for an interstellar adventure.
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Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023)
Super Mario Bros. Wonder, the latest 2D Mario game, introduced the Wonder Flower, a game-changing mechanic that transforms levels in surprising ways. With 12 playable characters and over 100 levels, it's a must-play for fans.
Super Mario RPG (2023)
Released in late 2023, the Super Mario RPG remake brought the classic SNES title to the Switch with updated graphics and a refreshed soundtrack by the original composer, Yoko Shimomura.
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Mario vs. Donkey Kong (2024)
Mario vs. Donkey Kong, a remake of the 2004 GBA game, offers puzzle-platform gameplay, bringing back the entertaining rivalry between Mario and Donkey Kong.
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Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (2024)
The Switch remake of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door remains faithful to the original GameCube title while enhancing the graphics and maintaining its comedic charm, often considered the best in the series.
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Super Mario Party Jamboree (2024)
The third Mario Party game on the Switch, Super Mario Party Jamboree, is the largest entry yet, with 22 playable characters, seven game boards, and over 110 minigames. The Jamboree Buddies mechanic adds a new layer of competition through Showdowns.
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Mario and Luigi: Brothership (2024)
Mario and Luigi: Brothership is the latest installment in the Mario and Luigi series, featuring a new art style, gibberish voicelines, and turn-based combat. Designed primarily for younger audiences, it's an excellent entry point for new gamers.
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Available Mario Games With Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack
For fans of classic Mario games, a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription grants access to a wide range of titles:
- Mario Party
- Mario Party 2
- Mario Party 3
- Super Mario Advance
- Super Mario Advance 2: Super Mario World
- Super Mario Advance 3: Yoshi's Island
- Super Mario Advance 4: Super Mario Bros. 3
- Mario and Luigi: Superstar Saga
- Mario Kart Super Circuit
- Mario Kart 64
- Super Mario Land 2: 6 Golden Coins
- Mario Golf
- Paper Mario
- Super Mario 64
- Mario Tennis
- Dr. Mario 64
- Super Mario All-Stars
- Super Mario World
- Super Mario World 2: Yoshi's Island
- Super Mario Bros.: The Lost Levels
- Mario Bros.
- Super Mario Bros. 2
- Super Mario Bros. 3
- Dr. Mario
Logan Plant's Super Mario Games Ranking
Many Goombas were harmed in the creation of this ranking. Titles like Yoshi's Island, Wario Land, and Luigi U are excluded as they don't fall strictly under the Mario banner. Here's the top 10:
- Super Mario Odyssey - 1-Up Studio
- Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury - Nintendo EAD Tokyo
- Super Mario Maker - Nintendo
- Super Mario Galaxy 2 - Nintendo EAD Tokyo
- Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Nintendo EAD
- Super Mario Bros. - Nintendo
- Super Mario Galaxy - Nintendo EAD Tokyo
- Super Mario World - Nintendo EAD
- Super Mario 3D Land - Nintendo
- Super Mario Bros. 3 - Nintendo EAD
Upcoming Mario Games on the Switch 2
With the release of Super Mario Party Jamboree and Mario and Luigi: Brothership, we've seen the last of the new Mario games for the original Switch. The next wave of Mario titles will debut on the Switch 2, which is confirmed to be mostly backwards compatible, ensuring continued support for current Switch games like Super Mario Bros. Wonder.
Nintendo's Switch 2 announcement trailer showcased gameplay from what appears to be a new Mario Kart game. Leaks also suggest a new 3D Mario title will launch later in the year. More details, including a Switch 2 release date and potential Mario games, are expected during a Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2. For a comprehensive list of upcoming Switch games, check out everything confirmed for the Nintendo console in 2025.
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