Every Mario Game on the Nintendo Switch in 2025

Mario's Reign on the Nintendo Switch: A Comprehensive Guide

Mario, Nintendo's iconic plumber, has consistently graced the Switch since its launch, with no signs of slowing down, even with the upcoming Switch 2. The Switch boasts some of the best Mario games ever created, including Super Mario Odyssey and Super Mario Bros. Wonder. This guide covers every Mario game currently available on the Switch, plus upcoming titles slated for the Switch 2 (including the anticipated Mario Kart 9, rumored to feature 24-car races).

How Many Mario Games Are on the Nintendo Switch?

A remarkable 21 Mario games have been released for the Nintendo Switch since March 2017. The list below details each original Mario title, excluding Nintendo Switch Online offerings.

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All Mario Switch Games by Release Date

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (2017)

The inaugural Switch Mario title, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, consolidated all Mario Kart 8 (Wii U) content into one package. Subsequently enhanced with new characters and 48 tracks via the Booster Course Pass DLC, it remains a top-selling Switch game.

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (2017)

A unique collaboration between Ubisoft and Nintendo, blending the worlds of Super Mario and the Rabbids. Employing a turn-based strategy system, players control Mario and his friends to defeat Rabbid enemies.

Super Mario Odyssey (2017)

A groundbreaking 3D Mario title that redefined the genre. Players journey across various kingdoms to thwart Bowser's wedding plans with Princess Peach. The introduction of Cappy, Mario's sentient cap, allows for unique gameplay through enemy capture and transformation. Widely considered one of the best Super Mario games ever.

Mario Tennis Aces (2018)

The first Mario sports game on Switch, featuring a prominent Adventure Mode – the first story mode in a Mario Tennis game since Mario Tennis: Power Tour. Post-launch content additions resulted in a roster of 30 characters.

Super Mario Party (2018)

A revitalized Mario Party experience for the Switch, reintroducing turn-based boards after Mario Party 9. Boasts over 80 minigames and various multiplayer modes.

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe (2019)

A combined package of New Super Mario Bros. U and New Super Luigi U, featuring numerous levels and new playable characters Toadette and Nabbit.

Super Mario Maker 2 (2019)

The successor to the Wii U title, introducing new tools like slopes, on/off blocks, and vertical areas, along with a Super Mario 3D World style.

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

A recurring Olympic Games title featuring a story mode and online play with 32 characters.

Paper Mario: The Origami King (2020)

Featuring a unique ring-based puzzle battle system.

Super Mario 3D All-Stars (2020)

A limited-release 35th-anniversary collection of Super Mario 64, Super Mario Sunshine, and Super Mario Galaxy, with resolution upgrades for Sunshine and Galaxy.

Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit (2020)

Utilizes AR technology to create real-life Mario Kart tracks with RC cars.

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

An enhanced port of the Wii U title, including the new Bowser's Fury mode.

Mario Golf: Super Rush (2021)

Features a story mode and new modes like Speed Golf.

Mario Party Superstars (2021)

A classic Mario Party experience with boards from N64 titles and 100 minigames.

Mario Strikers: Battle League (2022)

The first Mario Strikers game in over 15 years, featuring new characters, abilities, and eight-player multiplayer.

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (2022)

A sequel to Kingdom Battle with a revamped combat system and new characters.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023)

The latest 2D Mario game, introducing the Wonder Flower mechanic.

Super Mario RPG (2023)

A remake of the classic SNES title.

Mario vs. Donkey Kong (2024)

A remake of the 2004 GBA game.

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (2024)

A remake of the GameCube title.

Super Mario Party Jamboree (2024)

The largest Mario Party game yet.

Mario & Luigi: Brothership (2024)

The first mainline Mario & Luigi game since 2015.

Mario Games Available with Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack

A selection of classic Mario games are accessible with a Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription.

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Upcoming Mario Games on the Switch 2

Following the release of Super Mario Party Jamboree and Mario & Luigi: Brothership, future Mario titles will launch on the Switch 2. The Switch 2 announcement trailer confirms backward compatibility, ensuring continued support for existing Switch games. A new Mario Kart game and a potential new 3D Mario title are anticipated.