Nintendo has officially launched a limited-time Nintendo Switch 2 bundle that includes both Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2, confirmed by IGN on April 12, 2026.
The bundle pairs both classic Wii-era platformers with the new console — a direct response to the sustained value-for-money debate that followed the Switch 2’s higher-than-expected launch price.
What’s in the Bundle
The Nintendo Switch 2 Super Mario Galaxy bundle includes the console, Nintendo Switch 2 Joy-Con controllers, Super Mario Galaxy (Nintendo Switch 2 version), and Super Mario Galaxy 2 (Nintendo Switch 2 version).
Super Mario Galaxy first released in 2007 for the Wii. Super Mario Galaxy 2 followed in 2010. Both earned near-perfect critical scores at launch and have maintained that reputation. Neither received a standalone re-release after Super Mario 3D All-Stars appeared on Switch in 2020 — which was itself a limited-time offering pulled from sale after six months.
The Timing: Why Nintendo Launched This Bundle Now
Switch 2 and the Tariff Pricing Context
The Nintendo Switch 2 launched in North America at $449.99 — higher than pre-launch estimates, with Nintendo citing logistics and manufacturing costs including tariff impacts. The price point generated sustained community pushback across the US and UK. Nintendo has not adjusted pricing for non-US markets, but launching a value bundle signals awareness of those concerns.
A Mario Galaxy bundle reframes the purchase: rather than a console at a premium price, it becomes a console-plus-two-games at an equivalent combined cost. For buyers who missed the original Galaxy games — a significant proportion of the Nintendo audience in Southeast Asia, where Wii hardware penetration was lower than in Japan or Western markets — this is genuine added value rather than a cosmetic deal.
Limited-Time Framing
Nintendo is explicitly positioning this as a limited-time offer. No end date has been publicly confirmed. Buyers who are considering the Switch 2 and have not played the Galaxy games should treat this as a now-or-wait decision rather than a permanent option.
What SEA Buyers Need to Know
Nintendo Switch 2 regional pricing for Southeast Asia has not been officially confirmed at the time of writing. Nintendo of Southeast Asia sets regional pricing through authorised distributors rather than direct e-commerce, meaning the bundle price in Malaysia, Indonesia, Singapore, Thailand, and the Philippines will vary by retailer and may differ from Japanese or US pricing.
Buyers in SEA should confirm bundle availability and pricing through Nintendo’s official SEA channels and authorised resellers before purchase. Grey-market imports carry warranty risk and potential region lock complications for online features.
What Comes Next
Nintendo has not announced additional Switch 2 bundle configurations beyond this Mario Galaxy pairing. Based on Nintendo’s standard hardware launch cadence, further timed bundles — potentially including Mario Kart World or a dedicated Switch 2 exclusive — could follow in the launch quarter.
Source: IGN — Nintendo Switch 2 Super Mario Galaxy Bundle
