Yesterday’s announcement of Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 for Nintendo Switch was a welcome supernova of joy. Today, Nintendo’s Japanese website has blessed us with a black hole’s worth of new details, and we’re here to break down everything you need to know about this stellar collection.

Get ready to explore new stories, listen to the iconic soundtrack, and enjoy some serious quality-of-life upgrades. Let’s launch into the details!

New Cosmic Stories to Unfold

The initial tease about new storybook content has been confirmed and expanded upon. As you play through the games, you’ll unlock new narrative pages:

• Super Mario Galaxy 1 gets a brand-new final chapter that continues the story beyond the original Wii ending.
• Super Mario Galaxy 2 introduces a completely new picture book from the ground up, featuring four full chapters of story content.

This is a fantastic incentive for veterans to dive back in and see the cosmos from a new perspective.

A Universe of Sound at Your Fingertips

For the first time in these games, a Soundtrack Mode is being added! Once unlocked, you can kick back and listen to any of the 154 incredible tracks from across both galaxies. It’s the perfect way to relax after saving the universe (or to get some work done with the best video game OST ever composed).

A Helping Hand with Assist Mode

Missed this yesterday? Don’t worry, it’s a game-changer. An Assist Mode can be toggled on or off at any time, making the adventure more accessible for players of all skill levels. When enabled:

• Mario’s health is doubled from 3 to 6.
• Falling off a stage will instantly return Mario to his previous position.

It’s a wonderful addition for younger players or anyone who just wants to enjoy the ride stress-free.

Co-op Play and Amiibo Fun

The collection keeps the original co-op functionality intact. A second player can grab a Joy-Con and jump in to help by freezing enemies in place and collecting Star Bits. Perfect for some casual couch co-op!

And for the collectors out there, amiibo support is confirmed! Scanning specific figures (including the new Super Mario Galaxy-themed amiibo announced yesterday) will grant you helpful in-game items.

Next-Gen Clarity on Switch 2

Here’s the big news for upgraders: if you’re playing on a Nintendo Switch 2, the collection will receive a free update to support glorious 4K resolution when docked. For those playing on the original Nintendo Switch, the game will still look fantastic, maxing out at 1080p.

Launch Details

Mark your calendars! Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 is set to launch on October 2, 2025. The cosmic adventure is almost here!

What do you think? Are you excited to revisit these classics with new content and features? Let us know in the comments below!