Mario's Reign on the Nintendo Switch: A Comprehensive Guide
Mario, Nintendo's iconic plumber, enjoys a prolific presence on the Switch. Since the console's launch in 2017, numerous Mario titles have graced the platform, a trend set to continue even with the impending arrival of the Switch 2. This guide covers every Mario game currently available on the Switch, along with upcoming releases slated for the Switch 2, including the highly anticipated Mario Kart 9 (or its eventual title) boasting 24-car races.
The Extensive Mario Switch Library:
A remarkable 21 Mario games have been released for the Nintendo Switch. The list below details each title in order of release, excluding Nintendo Switch Online offerings.
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Mario Switch Games: Release Order
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (2017)
The inaugural Mario Switch title, combining all of Mario Kart 8's Wii U content with added characters and tracks via DLC. A best-selling Switch game.
Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (2017)
A collaborative effort between Ubisoft and Nintendo, blending the worlds of Mario and the Rabbids in a turn-based strategy game.
Super Mario Odyssey (2017)
A groundbreaking 3D Mario adventure introducing Cappy, allowing for unique gameplay transformations. Widely considered one of the best Super Mario games ever.
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Upcoming Mario Games on the Switch 2:
Following the release of Super Mario Party Jamboree and Mario & Luigi: Brothership, all original Switch Mario titles have launched. Future Mario releases will debut on the Switch's successor. The Switch 2's backward compatibility ensures continued support for existing Switch games. The Switch 2 announcement trailer showcased a new Mario Kart game, and leaks suggest a new 3D Mario title is in development. Further details are anticipated.
