2025: Nintendo Switch's Mario Roster Expands

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 March 2017, numerous Mario titles have graced the platform, with no end in sight, even with the upcoming Switch 2. From groundbreaking 3D adventures like Super Mario Odyssey to the ever-evolving Mario Kart series, the Switch boasts an impressive library of Mario games. This guide details every available title, and offers a glimpse into the future of Mario on the Switch 2.

The Switch's Mario Collection: A Total of 21 Games

A remarkable 21 Mario games have been released for the Nintendo Switch. The list below showcases each original Mario title, excluding those available through Nintendo Switch Online.

Note: This list excludes Nintendo Switch Online titles.

Mario Games on Nintendo Switch (In Order of Release):

1. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (2017): This definitive edition combines the original Mario Kart 8 with added content, including new characters and tracks via the Booster Course Pass DLC. It's a Switch bestseller.

   

2. Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (2017): A unique collaboration between Ubisoft and Nintendo, blending the worlds of Mario and the Rabbids in a turn-based strategy game.

   

3. Super Mario Odyssey (2017): A revolutionary 3D Mario adventure, introducing Cappy, a sentient cap that allows Mario to possess enemies, dramatically expanding gameplay possibilities. Widely considered one of the best Mario games ever.

   

4. Mario Tennis Aces (2018): The first Mario sports title for the Switch, featuring a robust Adventure Mode and a large roster of characters.

   

5. Super Mario Party (2018): A revitalized entry in the Mario Party series, returning to the classic turn-based board game format with numerous minigames.

   

6. New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe (2019): A compilation of New Super Mario Bros. U and New Super Luigi U, enhanced with new characters.

   

7. Super Mario Maker 2 (2019): A robust level editor allowing players to create and share their own Super Mario levels with expanded tools and features.

   

8. Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (2019): A crossover featuring Mario and Sonic characters competing in Olympic events.

   

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

   

10. Super Mario 3D All-Stars (2020): A limited-time collection of Super Mario 64, Super Mario Sunshine, and Super Mario Galaxy.

    

11. Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit (2020): An augmented reality racing game using RC cars.

    

12. Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury (2021): An enhanced port of the Wii U title, including the new Bowser's Fury mode.

    

13. Mario Golf: Super Rush (2021): A new entry in the Mario Golf series with various gameplay modes.

    

14. Mario Party Superstars (2021): A Mario Party title featuring classic boards and minigames from previous installments.

    

15. Mario Strikers: Battle League (2022): A return to the Mario Strikers franchise with updated gameplay and online features.

    

16. Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (2022): The sequel to Kingdom Battle, featuring a revamped combat system and new characters.

    

17. Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023): The latest 2D Super Mario Bros. game, introducing the Wonder Flower mechanic.

    

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

    

19. Mario vs. Donkey Kong (2024): A remake of the 2004 GBA puzzle-platformer.

    

20. Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (2024): A remake of the GameCube classic.

    

21. Super Mario Party Jamboree (2024): The third Mario Party game for the Switch, featuring a large number of minigames and characters.

    

22. Mario & Luigi: Brothership (2024): The latest mainline "Mario and Luigi" game.

    

Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack Mario Games:

A substantial collection of classic Mario games is also available with a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription.

A Look Ahead: Mario 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 games 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, hinting at more Mario titles to come.

This comprehensive guide provides a complete overview of Mario's extensive presence on the Nintendo Switch and offers a preview of what the future holds for this beloved character.