Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 Reviews
While it's great to have new ports of some of Nintendo's very best 3D platformers, a high cost of entry and scarce embellishments takes a bit of the shine off of these stars.
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While I would’ve liked to see a new 3D Mario for this anniversary, getting to jump back into both Super Mario Galaxy titles was a nice way to celebrate it nonetheless. Despite their age both of these titles still stand out thanks to their timeless level design and cool mechanics. They’ve both never looked better and the controls have transitioned well to the Nintendo Switch regardless of which mode you play it in.
Creativity flows throughout two of gaming’s best adventures, finally available on modern hardware and looking wonderful on Switch systems. There is so much sublime platforming here when considering the amount of inventiveness spread across both Super Mario Galaxy titles, with each offering something for absolutely everyone. There are some niggles here and there, but when the moment-to-moment gameplay is so consistently enjoyable, it is easy to brush over minor grievances. This is a collection every Nintendo fan needs to own.
These games shine just as bright as they did 15 years ago with minimal but essential improvements to keep it as fresh today as it was in 2010.
Review in Arabic | Read full review
Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 on Nintendo Switch 2 is a pleasant reimagining of two classics that still impress with their inventiveness and gameplay. It's primarily aimed at new players and younger audiences, as series veterans will find more of a nostalgic return than a revolution. It's great fun, but the price should be lower to truly appeal to a wider audience.
Review in Polish | Read full review
Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 are timeless classics that defined 3D platforming, now back on Switch with native support for both docked and handheld play. While the gameplay and level design remain stellar, the remaster offers only minor improvements and a steep $70 price that may leave longtime fans questioning Nintendo's approach. For newcomers, however, these are still essential Mario adventures.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Super Mario Galaxy 1 and 2 remain timeless showcases of inventive gameplay and stellar design. This collection updates them with higher resolution and small tweaks, though it misses a deeper visual overhaul and still has minor camera issues. Despite that, it's an essential package for both newcomers and longtime fans.
Review in Slovak | Read full review
It's a dream to rediscover Super Mario Galaxy with the technical and visual quality of Nintendo Switch 2, where the adventure takes on a special shine. However, the lack of major new features hampers a lackluster release that appeals to nostalgia.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 are a couple of the best 3D platformers ever and this brand new Switch release is the optimal way to experience them so whether you're a long-time fan or have never played them before, they'll surely send your fun meter to outer space.
Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 brings together two platforming masterpieces with a careful update, well-adapted controls and welcome extra content. It is not a revolutionary revision, but the sheer quality of both games still shines brightly.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
It's Super Mario Galaxy 1+2 with more; how can you not sing its praises to the stars above? Sure, the price tag hurts and not all control methods are optimal, but it's Super Mario Galaxy 1+2! These games are museum-worthy and will likely go down in history as some of the greatest games ever made, so there's no way I could give this collection any less than a perfect 10.
Super Mario Galaxy remains one of the greatest platformers ever made — the gravity mechanic was revolutionary and remains so, because it was implemented so intuitively and creatively that it has never been surpassed.
Review in German | Read full review
A must-have for all Mario fans and platformer enthusiasts. If you’ve only played Super Mario Galaxy so far, you should consider whether it’s worth buying Super Mario Galaxy 2. You can also purchase it separately in the Nintendo eShop. You can enjoy both games in short bursts or play them for longer stretches at a time. While these games are pricey on the Nintendo Switch, they’re absolutely worth it!
Review in German | Read full review
With Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2, Nintendo delivers two technically polished, mechanically brilliant remakes that remain unchanged in terms of content. The decision to forgo additional content, graphical enhancements, or modernizations means that the re-release feels more like a preservation than a reinvention. For anyone who hasn’t played the originals yet, this is an excellent opportunity to catch up on two significant games in recent video game history. Those who already own the Wii versions, however, will find little reason to buy them again. Both games remain milestones in 3D platforming, but they are milestones from a different era.
Review in German | Read full review
Super Mario Galaxy 1+2 on Nintendo Switch 2 isn’t just another re-release. It’s a tribute to two of the best 3D platformers ever made. It’s a cosmic journey that transcends even the pull of nostalgia. The gameplay, level design, atmosphere, and graphical splendor ensure that these games will still hold their own among their peers in 2025. I’m left with the same feeling I had with the Switch 2 version of Zelda: BotW—that these games surpass even modern titles without a doubt. The combination of 4K visuals, 60fps, and smooth controls makes this the ultimate way to relive these classics. Anyone who has never played the Super Mario Galaxy games won’t care about paying 70 euros for this bundle. There are a few minor flaws here and there in both games, but that doesn’t stop the Super Mario Galaxy bundle from being two stars that together form a galaxy.
Review in Dutch | Read full review
Revisiting these classics, more so after enjoying The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, has been a wonderful treat. They hold up beautifully on Nintendo Switch & Switch 2, retaining the high quality that they had on the original Nintendo Wii. Lack of accessibility options for motion controls and somewhat dated textures do little to sour what are stone-cold Nintendo classics. Stunning visuals, intuitive platforming that keeps you on your toes, and some of the best presentation in any 3D Mario adventure make this double pack a must-own for any Mario fan.
It's just a porting of two legendary games that made the history of the industry, but the 70 pricepoint, and the complete lack of any significant new content, makes you sincerely ask if it's worth the price it asks.
Review in Italian | Read full review
This are two of the most outstanding 3D games in the Super Mario franchise and thanks to these new versions, they have the opportunity to shine once again with better portability. Although Mario has experimented with different types of mechanics in other installments, the limits he reached in these two space odysseys are on another level—in terms of gameplay, art and above all, epic scale. Yes, there's higher resolution, but what pleases us most is seeing how timeless some games can remain.
Review in Spanish | Read full review
If you've missed playing them on the Wii, there's no better time to get into Super Mario Galaxy than now.