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 expected to continue even with the upcoming Switch 2. This article details every Mario game currently available on the Switch, and offers a glimpse into anticipated releases for the Switch 2, including the rumored Mario Kart 9 with its groundbreaking 24-car races.

The Extensive Mario Switch Library:

A remarkable 21 Mario games have been released for the Nintendo Switch. The list below showcases these titles in order of release, excluding Nintendo Switch Online offerings.

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Switch Mario Games by Release Date:

• Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (2017): The definitive kart racing experience, enhanced with DLC.

• Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (2017): A surprising blend of Mario and Rabbids in a turn-based strategy game.

• Super Mario Odyssey (2017): A groundbreaking 3D platformer, widely considered one of the best Mario games ever.

• Mario Tennis Aces (2018): A robust tennis game with a compelling Adventure Mode.

• Super Mario Party (2018): A revitalized party game with numerous minigames.

• New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe (2019): A compilation of two classic 2D platformers.

• Super Mario Maker 2 (2019): Level creation at its finest, with expanded tools and features.

• Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (2019): Olympic fun with Mario and Sonic characters.

• Paper Mario: The Origami King (2020): A unique Paper Mario adventure with a ring-based battle system.

• Super Mario 3D All-Stars (2020): A limited-time collection of classic 3D Mario titles.

• Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit (2020): Augmented reality kart racing in your own home.

• Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury (2021): An enhanced port with a new Bowser's Fury mode.

• Mario Golf: Super Rush (2021): A fun and fast-paced golf game.

• Mario Party Superstars (2021): A nostalgic Mario Party experience with classic boards and minigames.

• Mario Strikers: Battle League (2022): High-octane soccer with unique abilities.

• Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (2022): The sequel to Kingdom Battle, with refined combat.

• Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023): The latest 2D Mario adventure.

• Super Mario RPG (2023): A remake of the SNES classic.

• Mario vs. Donkey Kong (2024): A remake of the GBA puzzle-platformer.

• Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (2024): A remake of the beloved GameCube title.

• Super Mario Party Jamboree (2024): The largest Mario Party game yet.

• Mario & Luigi: Brothership (2024): A new entry in the Mario & Luigi series.

Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack Mario Games:

A substantial collection of classic Mario titles is available via the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription.

Top Mario Games Ranking: (This section uses image placeholders as the original images were not accessible)

1. Super Mario Odyssey
2. Super Mario 3D World + Bowser’s Fury
3. Super Mario Maker
4. Super Mario Galaxy 2
5. Super Mario Bros. Wonder
6. Super Mario Bros.
7. Super Mario Galaxy
8. Super Mario World
9. Super Mario 3D Land
10. Super Mario Bros. 3

Upcoming Mario Games on the Switch 2:

With the release of Super Mario Party Jamboree and Mario & Luigi: Brothership, all planned Mario titles for the original Switch 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 soon.