The Best 3D Mario Is Fading From Memory And Needs A Switch 2 Return

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One thing you can always expect from Nintendo is using their famous characters and established franchises to their advantage. Recent Nintendo games such as “Super Mario Kart World” and “Donkey Kong’s Treasure Blast” are packed with references and nods to long-time fans, while still managing to feel new and exciting for those just joining in the fun.

So where’s Nintendo’s love for Super Mario Galaxy 2?

Although Super Mario Galaxy received flawless 10/10 scores and numerous praises following its 2010 debut, Nintendo appears determined to mislead its fanbase by suggesting that only a single Super Mario Galaxy game was ever produced. This is evident in their 2020 collection title Super Mario 3D All-Stars, where Galaxy 2 was conspicuously absent. Moreover, any hints towards the game’s existence have been scarce and infrequent.

The fantastic game, Super Mario Galaxy 2, is due for a well-deserved resurgence among the platformer series. This game radiates happiness and thrill, emotions that would undoubtedly resurface in players if it received a high-quality Nintendo Switch 2 remaster.

What Made Super Mario Galaxy 2 Special

By maintaining a clear focus and taking player feedback into account, follow-up video games can effectively build upon their precursors, leveraging the earlier game as a solid base. The aim is to produce an enhanced version that’s released relatively soon after its predecessor.

In comparison to the original Super Mario Galaxy released in 2007 for Wii, it can be said that Super Mario Galaxy 2 significantly enhances most aspects. From the get-go, Galaxy 2 offers a seamless gaming experience intended to immerse players in an enjoyable whirlwind right off the bat, presenting them with innovative gameplay mechanics and ideas without delay.

In simpler terms, the layout for Galaxy 2 follows a concise re-telling of the original game, similar to the style of Evil Dead 2. Instead of the first game’s hub world, we now have Starship Mario offering a classic world map view. Furthermore, the galaxies themselves in this sequel undergo some changes.

In contrast to the first “Galaxy” game which gradually introduces players to mechanics like Star Bits, Tornado Spin, and planetoids, “Galaxy 2” immediately delivers a diverse experience. From the outset of each World, players encounter innovative elements such as a cloud power-up, an early form of the drilling tool (later seen in “Super Mario Bros. Wonder” over a decade later), and challenging blue and red panels that flip whenever Mario performs a spin move, adding an extra layer of brain-teasing fun.

As a dedicated fan, I’m thrilled to share that Yoshi, Mario’s cherished sidekick, makes an early appearance in this adventure too! The control over Yoshi in Super Mario Galaxy 2 is more refined than ever before. With the pointer controls, I can make Yoshi chomp down on most items and adversaries, tug at handles, and even swing from flowers using vines – it’s a delightfully smooth and instinctive experience.

As players advance in the game Super Mario Galaxy 2, it becomes increasingly fast-paced with special abilities such as Rock Mario, transforming you into a destructive boulder, and Dash Pepper, turning Yoshi into a speed demon. The creativity and unpredictability of the levels is truly remarkable when played consecutively; each galaxy seems capable of standing alone as a complete game.

Subsequent Super Mario games, notably Super Mario 3D World and Super Mario Bros. Wonder, as well as rival titles such as PlayStation’s Astro Bot, adhere to the same formula by continually introducing fresh, engaging mechanics across various levels. This is done at a near-overwhelming pace, resulting in endless joy due to the sheer unpredictability of each new experience.

The Obvious Way To Bring Super Mario Galaxy 2 Back

This September marks the 40th anniversary of the initial release of “Super Mario Bros.” on NES, and it’s high time we give our beloved jumping plumber a grand celebration! Nintendo is likely cooking up something special for this milestone, which might involve new merchandise and possibly some exciting movie updates.

In terms of video games, there aren’t many new possibilities given how extensively Nintendo celebrated their 35th anniversary in 2020. It’s possible that Super Mario Bros. Wonder could receive an update and expansion for the Switch 2, or maybe Super Mario Bros. 35 will be revived (with the addition of five players, naturally).

As a devoted fan, I can’t help but wonder about Super Mario 3D All-Stars. Despite its delisting years ago, Nintendo has graced it with a couple of Switch 2-related updates this year. Could this be a sign of a Nintendo Switch 2 Edition in the works? If so, let’s hope for some well-deserved upgrades for Super Mario 64 and Super Mario Sunshine, and finally, that long-awaited remaster of Super Mario Galaxy 2.

Titled as “Super Mario 3D All-Stars: Nintendo Switch Ultimate Edition & Super Mario Galaxy 2 Remastered,” this timeless masterpiece is ready to stand tall among its fellow classics.

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2025-07-23 15:10