Nintendo Direct Unveils Mario Celebrations, New Games and Galaxy Movie
Lead: At today’s Nintendo Direct showcase, Nintendo announced its Super Mario Bros. 40th anniversary plans, revealed launch dates for Super Mario Galaxy HD remasters and a new animated film, and previewed upcoming Switch 2 titles for late 2025 and beyond.
Nut Graf: The hour-long presentation-Nintendo’s first full-scale Direct since the Switch 2 debut-underscored the company’s commitment to its marquee franchises while building momentum for its latest hardware cycle.
40th Anniversary Spotlight
- Shigeru Miyamoto revealed activities marking the 40th anniversary of Super Mario Bros., beginning with a special exhibit at the Nintendo Museum in Kyoto.
- Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 HD remasters will launch on Nintendo Switch on October 2, featuring enhanced visuals, improved UI, motion-control options and new Storybook chapters.
- The new animated feature, The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, was announced with an April 2026 release in theaters worldwide.
First-Party Game Reveals
- Mario Tennis Fever (Switch 2) serves up fresh competition in the popular sports series, slated for early 2026.
- Yoshi and the Mysterious Book promises a new tale in the colorful platformer franchise, targeting holiday 2025.
- Additional multiplayer content for Super Mario Bros. Wonder’s Switch 2 Edition will roll out alongside the anniversary celebrations.
Third-Party and Indie Highlights
- Metroid Prime 4: Beyond (Switch 2) finally received a concrete release window, set for late 2025.
- Capcom confirmed Resident Evil ports are in development for both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.
- Indie darlings and smaller studios showcased trailers for games due in 2026, reinforcing Nintendo’s broad third-party lineup.
Hardware and Accessory Updates
- A modern revival of Virtual Boy VR was teased, with a cardboard-style headset and 14 classic titles launching in early 2026.
- New amiibo figures themed around Super Mario Galaxy’s Lumas will accompany the HD remasters.
The announcements signal a robust lineup for Nintendo’s platforms through year-end and into 2026, blending nostalgia with fresh experiences to engage both longtime fans and newcomers alike.
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