Today, October 1, 2025, marks the beginning of the Super Mario Bros. 40th Anniversary celebrations. The official anniversary date is September 13, commemorating the original release of Super Mario Bros. on the Famicom in 1985. However, Nintendo has chosen to kick off the festivities today, leading up to a year of exciting events and releases.
๐ What's Happening for Mario's 40th Anniversary?
Nintendo has planned a series of events and releases to celebrate this milestone:
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Enhanced Game Releases: Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 are being re-released for the Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. These versions feature upgraded visuals, 4K support, and additional content. Notably, this is the first time Super Mario Galaxy 2 is available on portable hardware. (TechRadar)
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New Movie Announcement: A sequel to the 2023 Super Mario Bros. Movie has been announced, titled The Super Mario Galaxy Movie. The film is set to release in theaters on April 24, 2026. (GamesRadar+)
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Special Events: Nintendo is hosting events at their New York and San Francisco stores, including challenges featuring classic Mario games and appearances by Mario himself. (๋ํ ๋ ํํ์ด์ง)
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Museum Exhibits: The Nintendo Museum in Japan is showcasing special lighting displays and offering limited-edition anniversary-themed play tickets. (ใใณใใณใใผใใฅใผใธใขใ )
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New Game Releases: Upcoming titles like Mario Tennis Fever and Yoshi and the Mysterious Book are set to launch in 2026, adding to the celebration. (TechRadar)
๐ Why Celebrate Mario Day?
While Mario's official debut was on September 13, 1985, fans have embraced March 10 (Mar10) as Mario Day, a playful nod to his name. This day has become a global celebration of all things Mario, with fans engaging in various activities, and Nintendo often offering special promotions.
So, whether you're revisiting classic games, looking forward to new releases, or simply enjoying the festivities, today is a fantastic day to celebrate our favorite plumber! ๐ฎ๐