Some players have managed to get their hands on Super Mario Galaxy 1+2 for the Nintendo Switch ahead of its official October 2, 2025, launch. Early owners of the physical edition are now sharing first looks at the inside box art, which appears to showcase a new render for the bundle. With copies already out in the wild, gameplay footage is expected to begin circulating online before the official release date.
The collection brings together enhanced versions of both Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2, offering visual upgrades and several quality-of-life improvements. Both games run at 1080p on Nintendo Switch, while the Switch 2 will support 4K resolution via a free update. In addition, a new Assist Mode has been added to help newcomers, providing extra health and recovery options to make the cosmic journey more accessible. The package also includes bonus content such as new Storybook chapters, a Soundtrack Mode, and amiibo functionality for unlocking helpful in-game items.
Priced at 69.99 USD for the bundle or 39.99 USD individually, the release gives players multiple ways to experience these acclaimed platformers. Super Mario Galaxy tasks Mario with traveling across planets to rescue Princess Peach, with Rosalina making her first appearance in the series. Super Mario Galaxy 2 builds on that foundation by introducing Starship Mario, the return of Yoshi, and new transformations such as Cloud Mario and Bulb Yoshi.
Originally released on the Wii, the Galaxy games are often celebrated as two of the greatest 3D Mario titles ever made. Their creative level design, gravity mechanics, and orchestrated soundtrack helped define a new era for the franchise. With the re-release now making its way to Switch, fans will soon have a chance to revisit these adventures with modern enhancements.
Nintendo has yet to comment on how some copies surfaced before the street date, but with the launch just days away, official availability is not far behind. For those waiting, Super Mario Galaxy 1+2 will release worldwide on October 2, 2025.
