Nintendo is giving would‑be galaxy hoppers a pretty sweet excuse to jump into the Switch 2 era: for a limited time, you can knock $20 off when you pick up a Nintendo Switch 2 and Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 together at select retailers in the US. The promo runs from April 12 through May 9, so there’s a defined window to decide whether you want to start (or replay) one of Mario’s most-loved adventures in shiny, modern form.

The offer itself is straightforward. Buy a Nintendo Switch 2 system and either the physical or digital version of Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 in the same transaction, and you’ll save $20 off the combined price at participating retailers like Amazon, Best Buy, GameStop, Target, and Walmart, both online and in-store where available. Given the standard MSRP of around $449.99 for the Switch 2 and $69.99 for the Galaxy duo, that discount effectively brings the pair closer to the price of the console alone a generation ago, which is a decent nudge for anyone who was on the fence about upgrading. It’s technically listed as “while supplies last,” so stock could decide how long the deal actually feels available, especially at the big-box stores that tend to sell through hardware quickly during promos.

What makes this bundle interesting isn’t just the savings—it’s that Switch 2 is the first Nintendo hybrid that really does justice to Galaxy’s cosmic art direction. On its own, Switch 2 pushes up to 4K resolution when docked, supports HDR, and can run games at up to 120 fps in handheld or tabletop mode, thanks to the updated hardware and larger 1080p display. The Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 package taps into that, offering 4K resolution at 60 fps on Switch 2 via a free update, plus cleaner UI, new Assist Mode options, extra Storybook chapters, and overall sharper presentation than the original Wii versions. For players who remember the slightly blurry look of the Wii era—or even the earlier Switch ports—this is a substantial visual lift, especially on modern 4K TVs.

Gameplay-wise, both titles remain fundamentally what made them classics in the first place: tightly designed, gravity-bending platformers with inventive level ideas that rarely overstay their welcome. In the first game, Mario is chasing down stolen Power Stars across a patchwork of miniature planets, guided by Rosalina aboard the Comet Observatory in what many fans still consider one of the series’ most atmospheric settings. Galaxy 2 doubles down by leaning more into pure level design and adding Yoshi to the mix, essentially turning the pair into a back‑to‑back masterclass in 3D Mario design for someone coming in fresh on Switch 2. The remaster’s Assist Mode and refined camera/interface tweaks are also big quality-of-life wins for younger players, co-op families, or anyone who finds 3D platformers occasionally fiddly.

The Switch 2 hardware itself also adds some modern twists to how you can play these older games. The new Joy-Con 2 controllers use magnetic connectors, have larger, more comfortable buttons and sticks, and—crucially for Galaxy’s pointer-style design—can double as mouse-like input devices thanks to built-in optical sensors and motion improvements. Nintendo specifically calls out Joy-Con 2 mouse controls for a second player in the Galaxy duo on Switch 2, which can help resurrect that classic “pointer cursor” feel from the Wii days while turning it into a more full-fledged co-op assist experience. Paired with the system’s upgraded audio, 4K output, and sturdier kickstand, it’s easy to imagine these games becoming couch staples again, whether you’re replaying them or introducing them to someone who never owned a Wii.

So, who is this promotion really for? It’s a pretty natural fit if you skipped the original Switch or passed on the earlier Super Mario 3D All-Stars release and now want a “definitive” way to experience Galaxy 1 and 2. It also makes sense if you already know you’re buying a Switch 2 soon anyway and need a strong single-player platformer to anchor your early library alongside newer titles like Mario Kart World and other Switch 2 exclusives. If you already own the Galaxy duo on the original Switch and aren’t especially sensitive to image quality or frame-rate bumps, the $20 promo alone probably isn’t reason enough to reinvest in a new console—but for anyone who values polished, evergreen Mario games as “system sellers,” this is exactly the kind of bundle that makes upgrading easier to justify.

Disclaimer: Prices and promotions mentioned in this article are accurate at the time of writing and are subject to change based on the retailers’ discretion. Please verify the current offer before making a purchase.