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Super Mario Galaxy and Galaxy 2 Launch Performance on Nintendo Switch

Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 Launches on Switch

Super Mario Galaxy 1 and 2 released for Switch, with Galaxy 2 topping sales charts.

  • Super Mario Galaxy + 2 released this week
  • Galaxy 2 tops US eShop sales
  • UK and Japan have similar sales results
  • Previous features in Super Mario 3D All-Stars
  • Poll results show mixed buying preferences
  • Game includes enhancements for Switch 2

This report consolidates official data on the launch of Super Mario Galaxy and Galaxy 2 for Nintendo Switch and Switch 2. Both titles released October 2, 2025, as separate downloads and a single physical bundle. Key enhancements include enhanced graphics, an Assist Mode, Storybook content, a music player, amiibo support, and up to 4K output on Switch 2.[1][2][3]

United States Digital Performance

The Nintendo Switch eShop download-only chart (week ending October 4) shows:

Rank Title Source
1 Super Mario Galaxy 2 Nintendo eShop chart[4][5]
2 Hades II Nintendo eShop chart[4][5]
3 Super Mario Galaxy Nintendo eShop chart[4][5]

Including preorders and all downloads, the Galaxy bundle reached No. 1 on the overall US eShop all-titles chart.[5]

United Kingdom Retail Performance

For the week ending October 4, 2025, based on UK software sales charts:[6][7]

Rank Title
1 Ghost of Yotei
2 EA Sports FC 26
3 Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2

Physical sales demonstrate sustained demand alongside digital options.

Japan Retail and Digital Charts

Famitsu retail data reports 48,265 units sold for the Galaxy bundle in week one, placing second overall. The Japanese Nintendo eShop download rankings mirror this:[8]

Rank Title Source
1 Super Mario Galaxy 2 NinEverything eShop chart[9]
2 Hades II NinEverything eShop chart[9]
3 Super Mario Galaxy NinEverything eShop chart[9]

Regional Summary

  • Australia and Europe: Preliminary data from Nintendo’s regional sites indicate top-three eShop positions for Galaxy 2 and Galaxy 1, echoing US trends.[2][3]
  • Global Retail: Physical bundle sales rank within top 5 in Canada and New Zealand according to local retail charts.[2]

Reader Poll

Did you purchase Super Mario Galaxy 1 + 2 on Switch?

  • Yes – Physical bundle
  • Yes – Digital bundle
  • Yes – Galaxy 2 digital only
  • Yes – Galaxy 1 digital only
  • No (explain why)

Share your choice and reasons in the comments.

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Structured data tables for US, UK, Japan.
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Accountability
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  1. Verify all eShop download figures directly on Nintendo’s official weekly chart pages to ensure accuracy and date stamps.
  2. Include exact UK and Japan standalone download sales figures if released by Nintendo or retail trackers.
  3. Cite Nintendo’s press releases for feature lists and hardware capabilities to reinforce authority.
  4. Add a byline with author credentials and date of data retrieval to satisfy transparency guidelines.
  5. Expand global coverage by incorporating Southeast Asia and Latin America eShop rankings.
  6. Compare launch-week retention rates to prior Switch ports to contextualize performance.
  7. Provide update on player feedback via social media or forums for qualitative context.
  8. Use a brief methodology note explaining data collection from multiple regional sources.

FAQ

What are the popular buying options for the game?

Physical copies and digital downloads are available.

Did the original Galaxy have previous releases?

Yes, it was included in Super Mario 3D All-Stars.

What enhancements does the new release offer?

The game features resolution boosts and amiibo support.