Mario: A Comprehensive Guide to Switch and Switch 2 Titles

Mario, Nintendo's iconic plumber, boasts a prolific presence on the Switch, with numerous releases since its launch, and the trend shows no signs of slowing, even with the upcoming Switch 2. The Switch has seen some of the best Mario games ever created, including Super Mario Odyssey and Super Mario Bros. Wonder. This guide covers all current Switch titles and upcoming Switch 2 releases, including the anticipated Mario Kart 9 (or its eventual title) featuring 24-car races.

How Many Mario Games Are on Nintendo Switch?

A total of 21 Mario games have graced the Nintendo Switch since its March 2017 debut. The list below details each original Mario title; Nintendo Switch Online games are excluded.

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All Mario Switch Games (Release Order)

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (2017)

The inaugural Switch Mario title, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, consolidated all Mario Kart 8 (Wii U) content. Subsequently enhanced with new characters and 48 tracks via the Booster Course Pass DLC, it remains the Switch's best-selling game.

Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle (2017)

A collaboration between Ubisoft and Nintendo, Mario + Rabbids Kingdom Battle merged the worlds of Mario and the Rabbids. Its turn-based strategy gameplay allows players to control Mario and friends to defeat enemy Rabbids.

Super Mario Odyssey (2017)

Super Mario Odyssey revolutionized 3D Mario, introducing Cappy, Mario's cap, enabling capture and transformation into various enemies. Its innovative gameplay and expansive kingdoms make it a contender for the best Super Mario game ever.

Mario Tennis Aces (2018)

The first Mario sports title on Switch, Mario Tennis Aces, featured a substantial Adventure Mode and post-launch content, culminating in 30 playable characters.

Super Mario Party (2018)

A revitalized Mario Party experience, Super Mario Party reintroduced turn-based boards and over 80 minigames.

New Super Mario Bros. U Deluxe (2019)

Combining New Super Mario Bros. U and New Super Luigi U, this Deluxe edition added Toadette and Nabbit as playable characters.

Super Mario Maker 2 (2019)

Expanding upon its Wii U predecessor, Super Mario Maker 2 introduced slopes, on/off blocks, and a Super Mario 3D World style, even including a Link transformation.

Mario & Sonic at the Olympic Games Tokyo 2020 (2019)

Featuring a story mode and online play, this Olympic Games installment offers 32 playable characters.

Paper Mario: The Origami King (2020)

This Paper Mario installment features a unique ring-based battle system.

Super Mario 3D All-Stars (2020)

A limited-release 35th-anniversary collection of Super Mario 64, Super Mario Sunshine, and Super Mario Galaxy.

Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit (2020)

Utilizing AR technology, this game allows players to create real-life Mario Kart tracks using RC cars.

Super Mario 3D World + Bowser's Fury (2021)

An enhanced port of the Wii U title, including the new Bowser's Fury mode.

Mario Golf: Super Rush (2021)

Featuring a story mode and innovative Speed Golf mode.

Mario Party Superstars (2021)

A compilation of classic Mario Party boards and minigames with online play.

Mario Strikers: Battle League (2022)

The return of the Mario Strikers series with new characters, abilities, and eight-player multiplayer.

Mario + Rabbids Sparks of Hope (2022)

A sequel with a revamped combat system and new characters.

Super Mario Bros. Wonder (2023)

The latest 2D Mario game introducing the Wonder Flower mechanic.

Super Mario RPG (2023)

A remake of the classic SNES title.

Mario vs. Donkey Kong (2024)

A remake of the 2004 GBA game.

Paper Mario: The Thousand-Year Door (2024)

A remake of the GameCube classic.

Super Mario Party Jamboree (2024)

The largest Mario Party game yet, with 22 characters, seven boards, and over 110 minigames.

Mario & Luigi: Brothership (2024)

The latest mainline Mario & Luigi game since 2015.

Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack Mario Games

A substantial library of classic Mario games is available with a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack subscription. (List of games omitted for brevity, but included in the original text.)

Logan Plant's Super Mario Games Ranking

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Upcoming Mario Games on Switch 2

Following the release of Super Mario Party Jamboree and Mario & Luigi: Brothership, future Mario titles will launch on the Switch 2. The Switch 2 announcement trailer confirmed backward compatibility, ensuring continued support for existing Switch games. A new Mario Kart game and a new 3D Mario title are anticipated.