Mario Games on Nintendo Switch: 2025 Preview

As one of Nintendo's most iconic characters, Mario has been a mainstay on the Nintendo Switch, with multiple releases each year since the console's launch in 2017. Even as we approach the anticipated release of the Nintendo Switch 2, Mario's presence on the original Switch remains strong. Some of the best Mario games ever, including Super Mario Odyssey and Super Mario Bros. Wonder, have graced the platform.

From 3D platformers to the latest iterations of Mario Kart, here's a comprehensive list of every Mario game available on the Nintendo Switch, along with upcoming titles expected on the Switch 2, including the highly anticipated Mario Kart 9, which will feature innovative 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 console's launch in March 2017 to the present day. Below is a detailed list of each original Mario title available on the Switch. Please note that this list does not include games accessible through the Nintendo Switch Online service.

All Mario Switch Games in Order of Release Date

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (2017)

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe was the first Mario game to launch on the Nintendo Switch, consolidating all the content from the Wii U's Mario Kart 8 into a single package. It has since been expanded with new characters and 48 additional tracks through the Booster Course Pass DLC, making it the best-selling title on the Switch.

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 in a turn-based strategy game. Players control Mario and friends as they navigate maps to combat enemy Rabbids.

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 game introduces Cappy, Mario's cap, which allows players to capture and control various enemies, offering diverse gameplay experiences. Many consider it one of the best Super Mario games ever released.

Mario Tennis Aces (2018)

Mario Tennis Aces marked the first Mario sports game on the Switch, emphasizing its Adventure Mode—a narrative-driven experience not seen in a Mario Tennis game since Mario Tennis: Power Tour on the Game Boy Advance. Post-launch content added 30 unique characters to the roster.

Super Mario Party (2018)

Super Mario Party revitalized the series by returning to traditional turn-based boards and introducing over 80 minigames, offering a variety of modes for multiplayer fun.

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe (2019)

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe combines the original New Super Mario Bros. U and New Super Luigi U into a single package, featuring numerous levels and new playable characters like Toadette and Nabbit.

Super Mario Maker 2 (2019)

Super Mario Maker 2 expanded on its Wii U predecessor by introducing new tools such as slopes, on/off blocks, seesaws, vertical areas, water levels, and more. The game also added a style based on Super Mario 3D World, including items like the Cat Powerup and Clear Pipes, and even a Master Sword powerup that transforms Mario into Link.

Mario & Sonic at The Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (2019)

A regular feature with each Olympic Games cycle, Mario & Sonic at The Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 includes a story mode with Mario, Sonic, Bowser, and Dr. Eggman, along with online play and 32 playable characters.

Paper Mario: The Origami King (2020)

Paper Mario: The Origami King introduces a unique puzzle battle system involving rotating rings to align enemies. Developed by Intelligent Systems, it continues the beloved Paper Mario series.

Super Mario 3D All-Stars (2020)

Super Mario 3D All-Stars is a limited release celebrating the 35th anniversary of Super Mario, bundling Super Mario 64, Super Mario Sunshine, and Super Mario Galaxy with enhanced resolutions for Sunshine and Galaxy.

Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit (2020)

Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit uses AR technology to let players create real-world Mario Kart tracks with RC cars, merging the physical environment with the game's digital world.

Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury (2021)

An enhanced version of the Wii U's Super Mario 3D World, this game includes a new mode called Bowser's Fury, offering a fresh take on 3D Mario gameplay in an open sandbox environment.

Mario Golf: Super Rush (2021)

Developed by Camelot, Mario Golf: Super Rush features a story mode where players level up their Mii character across various courses. It introduces new modes like Speed Golf, where players race to hit the ball into the hole as quickly as possible.

Mario Party Superstars (2021)

Mario Party Superstars revives classic boards from the Nintendo 64 era and includes 100 minigames, finally adding online play for all modes.

Mario Strikers: Battle League (2022)

The first Mario Strikers game in over 15 years, Mario Strikers: Battle League introduces new characters and abilities, along with eight-player multiplayer and the Strikers Club feature for club-based competitions.

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (2022)

The sequel to Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle, Sparks of Hope revamps the combat system with an open approach instead of a grid-based system. New characters like Rosalina and Edge join the adventure across the cosmos.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023)

Super Mario Bros. Wonder is the latest 2D Mario game, introducing the Wonder Flower mechanic that can radically alter level dynamics. It features 12 playable characters across more than 100 unique levels.

Super Mario RPG (2023)

A remake of the classic SNES title, Super Mario RPG brings back the colorful characters, environments, and battles with modern graphics and a reorchestrated soundtrack by composer Yoko Shimomura.

Mario vs. Donkey Kong (2024)

A remake of the 2004 GBA game, Mario vs. Donkey Kong blends puzzle and platforming elements, pitting Mario against Donkey Kong in a delightful challenge.

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (2024)

The Switch remake of Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door offers a faithful recreation of the GameCube classic with enhanced graphics and vibrant colors, maintaining the game's comedic charm.

Super Mario Party Jamboree (2024)

The largest Mario Party game yet, Super Mario Party Jamboree features 22 playable characters, seven game boards, and over 110 minigames, introducing the Jamboree Buddies mechanic and Showdowns.

Mario and Luigi: Brothership (2024)

The first mainline Mario and Luigi game since 2015's Paper Jam, Brothership features a new art style, gibberish voicelines, and turn-based combat. It's designed to be an engaging entry point for younger gamers.

Available Mario Games With Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack

For those with a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription, several classic Mario games are available to play. Here's a complete list:

• 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 making of this list. Here's a ranking of the top Super Mario games:

1. Super Mario Odyssey - 1-Up Studio
2. Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury - Nintendo EAD Tokyo
3. Super Mario Maker - Nintendo
4. Super Mario Galaxy 2 - Nintendo EAD Tokyo
5. Super Mario Bros. Wonder - Nintendo EAD
6. Super Mario Bros. - Nintendo
7. Super Mario Galaxy - Nintendo EAD Tokyo
8. Super Mario World - Nintendo EAD
9. Super Mario 3D Land - Nintendo
10. 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 Mario games for the original Switch. The next wave of Mario titles will debut on the Switch successor. The Switch 2 announcement trailer confirms that the new console will be mostly backwards compatible, ensuring continued support for existing Switch games like Super Mario Bros. Wonder.

Nintendo's Switch 2 announcement showcased gameplay from what appears to be a new Mario Kart game. Leaks suggest a new 3D Mario title is also on the horizon. More details, including a Switch 2 release date and potential Mario games, are expected to be revealed during a Nintendo Direct scheduled for April 2. For now, check out the full list of upcoming Switch games for everything we know about future releases on the Nintendo console in 2025.