Nintendo’s historic September 2025 Direct, a one-hour livestream held on Friday, September 12, from its Japan studios, captivated global audiences with a slew of announcements celebrating Super Mario’s 40th anniversary. The event, broadcast across official channels, unveiled the teaser trailer for Super Mario Galaxy: The Movie, a 2026 Universal and Illumination co-production set to expand the plumber’s cinematic universe with a space-faring adventure inspired by the 2007 Wii classic. The Direct also confirmed a remastered Super Mario Galaxy 1 and 2 bundle for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, launching October 2, 2025, with enhanced graphics and 4K support. Fans were thrilled by Mario Tennis Fever, a Switch 2 exclusive slated for February 12, 2026, featuring innovative racket mechanics and a quirky talking flower narrator. Additionally, Super Mario Bros Wonder: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup at Bellabel Park, due in spring 2026, introduces cooperative minigames and a social hub. As the longest non-hardware-focused Direct, the event blended nostalgia with forward-looking Switch 2 titles, reinforcing Nintendo’s commitment to Mario’s legacy for players worldwide.
The presentation kicked off with an animated sequence plunging viewers into the Mushroom Kingdom, where Mario lounged before soaring into a cosmic backdrop, setting the stage for the space-themed reveals. This opening paid homage to the franchise’s milestone while spotlighting the technological leap of the Switch 2.
Visuals and audio cues, including remastered soundtracks and fluid gameplay demos, showcased the new console’s capabilities.
The movie teaser featured floating planets and Luma companions, echoing the original game’s aesthetic.
New amiibos for Mario and Rosalina, launching April 2026, tie into the film and games.
Localized Portuguese translations for titles enhance accessibility for Brazilian players.
These tailored touches amplified engagement, making the Direct a vibrant celebration beyond mere product reveals.
Super Mario Galaxy movie expands cinematic universe
The Direct opened with a bang, debuting the teaser trailer for Super Mario Galaxy: The Movie, a follow-up to 2023’s blockbuster, set for April 3, 2026. Produced with Universal and Illumination, the film brings back the core cast voicing Mario, Luigi, Peach, and Bowser, weaving a story across distant galaxies with zero-gravity battles and star-collecting quests. The minute-long teaser showcased vibrant, high-definition animation, capturing the exploratory magic of the Wii game’s planetary hopping.
Directors emphasized fidelity to iconic elements like power-ups and Luma guides, blending nostalgia with cinematic storytelling. The film’s narrative delves into Rosalina’s cosmic backstory, adding depth to the Mushroom Kingdom’s lore.
This release aligns strategically with Mario’s 40th anniversary, fueling anticipation for cameo appearances and interactive trailer features via a companion app. The partnership continues to push boundaries, integrating game-inspired interactivity into the cinematic experience.
The announcement set a triumphant tone, promising a visual spectacle that bridges gaming and film for fans of all ages.
Super Mario Galaxy 1 and 2 bundle revives classics for Switch
The Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 bundle, launching October 2, 2025, for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2, breathes new life into Wii classics. Both titles feature upgraded visuals with 4K resolution on the new console, refined motion controls, and a built-in music player for iconic tracks. The package includes expanded Rosalina’s Storybook content, with new illustrations and lore about the stars’ origins.
Players can switch between traditional and motion-based Joy-Con controls, exploring over 120 galaxies, from icy planets to floating volcanoes. Accessibility options like assist modes make the games family-friendly, while Switch 2 compatibility ensures enhanced performance via free updates.
A physical Rosalina’s Storybook edition hits Nintendo’s official store on November 25, 2025, as a collector’s item. The bundle’s launch aligns with in-store promotional events, including themed controller bundles.
Enhanced textures and dynamic lighting boost immersion on Switch 2.
New amiibos unlock stellar-themed Mario costumes.
Local co-op lets a second player control a Luma in real time.
Physical editions include exclusive art cards for early buyers.
These updates make the bundle a must-play, blending nostalgia with modern polish for veterans and newcomers alike.
Mario Tennis Fever swings onto Switch 2 with bold innovations
Mario Tennis Fever, a Switch 2 exclusive set for February 12, 2026, dazzled with its reveal, boasting 38 playable characters, including Mario, Peach, Yoshi, and newcomers like Pauline. Set across vibrant courts inspired by Mario’s worlds, the game introduces Fever Rackets—over 30 unique rackets with powers like freezing opponents or igniting balls for erratic shots.
Modes like Tournament and Trial Towers test skills, while Mix It Up adds chaotic Wonder Flower effects from Super Mario Bros Wonder. An Adventure mode transforms characters into babies after a mishap, tasking them with relearning tennis through minigames and boss battles to break a curse. Motion controls mimic real swings, running at 120 FPS for fluid animations.
A talking flower narrator injects humor, commenting on plays with witty banter. Online ranked matches and custom lobbies support up to 24 players in special events, with full Portuguese localization for accessibility.
Shadow Racket duplicates players for double attacks.
Swing mode uses Joy-Con 2 sensors for authentic swings.
Donkey Kong’s heavy hits adapt to tennis mechanics.
Post-launch updates will add seasonal courts tied to Nintendo events.
This bold evolution of the tennis series mixes strategy, humor, and action for a standout Switch 2 title.
Super Mario Bros Wonder expands with Switch 2 multiplayer hub
Super Mario Bros Wonder: Nintendo Switch 2 Edition + Meetup at Bellabel Park, launching in spring 2026, enhances the 2023 hit with new levels, Wonder Flowers that warp reality, and revamped power-ups for complex puzzles. Exclusive to Switch 2, it leverages enhanced graphics for richer textures and smoother animations while retaining accessible side-scrolling gameplay.
The Meetup at Bellabel Park mode introduces a social hub for up to eight players, featuring minigames like Elephant Mario races and item-collection challenges. Players can customize avatars with Wonder Seeds during seasonal park events. A physical Talking Flower, launching in 2026, interacts via NFC for in-game bonuses.
The expansion adds friendly versus mechanics, letting players disrupt rivals with items like dancing Bob-ombs. Cross-play with the original Switch ensures inclusive multiplayer.
Bubble Flower battles unfold in floating arenas.
Drill Mushroom lets players bore through ceilings for secrets.
Bellabel Park hosts daily events with cosmetic rewards.
The Talking Flower figure, 20 cm tall, delivers iconic lines.
Free updates for original owners transfer saves and unlock extras.
This edition cements Wonder as a multiplayer cornerstone, fostering long, cooperative play sessions.
Additional Direct highlights honor Mario and beyond
The Direct extended beyond Mario, using the anniversary to spotlight diverse projects. Mario and Rosalina amiibos, launching April 2, 2026, unlock extras in the Galaxy bundle and movie app. Kyoto’s Nintendo Museum, starting December 2025, will display 50+ artifacts, including Super Mario Bros prototypes and Galaxy installations, with limited tickets.
Hades 2, out September 25, 2025, for Switch and Switch 2, runs at 120 FPS with new spells and bosses. Yoshi and the Mysterious Book, a spring 2026 platformer, features book-world mechanics and co-op. Mortal Kombat Legacy Kollection, remastered arcade classics, hits October 30, 2025, with online multiplayer.
Museum exhibits include rare prototypes and interactive displays.
Hades 2 expands Greek mythology with challenging encounters.
Yoshi’s game offers two-player co-op in maze-like levels.
Mortal Kombat includes updated fatalities and weekly tournaments.
The extended runtime showcased demos like Fire Emblem Fortune’s Weave, blending tactics and branching narratives for 2026.
