Super Mario Galaxy and Galaxy 2 haven’t just aged well — they remain unmatched in imagination, unburdened by realism, and fuelled by sheer joy. The new technical polish and assist modes make them approachable for a new generation without compromising their integrity and personality. Some control quirks prevent this from being a flawless re-release,...
Super Mario Galaxy2025
Super Mario Galaxy
2025 Nintendo87Great
Playtime
ModerateTypically 25 hours
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Available on
- $39.99
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Details
- Launch
- October 2, 2025
- Developer
- Nintendo Software Technology
- Publisher
- Nintendo
- Themes
Overview
This second Nintendo Switch port of Super Mario Galaxy was released standalone and contains differences from the Super Mario 3D All-Stars version, such as an Assist Mode and extra pages in Rosalina's Storybook.
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Reception
Press87
Great- Metacritic87from 83 reviews
- OpenCritic87from 33 reviews
In the end, these releases are not just remasters but definitive editions that highlight how timeless Mario's cosmic adventures truly are. They remind us that great game design transcends hardware generations and they prove that even nearly two decades later, few platformers can match the creativity, polish and sheer joy of Super Mario Galaxy. For longtime...
Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 are still out of this world. This pair of classic adventures remind us why we love Mario's 3D outings in the first place. For existing fans, the temptation to replay in this enhanced form is strong. For new players, this is a must-own title.
Even with minimal additions, this collection's brilliance lies in reminding us why these adventures defined 3D platforming.
Our mustached Italian plumber is back in one of the best remasters we've seen from the franchise.