Super Mario Run Release Date and Price Announced for iOS: Nintendo Brings Iconic Platformer to Mobile

Nintendo has officially unveiled both the release date and pricing for Super Mario Run, the company's much-anticipated mobile game, bringing Mario’s world-renowned platforming action to iPhone and iPad for the first time.

Building on the legacy of Mario’s classic adventures, Super Mario Run is set to launch globally on December 15, 2016, marking a significant expansion of Nintendo’s offerings beyond traditional consoles like the Nintendo Switch.

Designed to capture the essence of the beloved franchise, Super Mario Run offers players the opportunity to experience Mario’s signature moves with the simplicity and accessibility of mobile gameplay.

The game introduces controls enabling users to play the entire adventure with one hand, a feature Nintendo has highlighted as a key innovation catering to mobile playstyles.

In an official introduction trailer published by Nintendo, viewers can see Mario showcase a variety of classic maneuvers—including the iconic wall jump—that add the trademark "Nintendo touch" to the runner genre.

The gameplay draws comparisons to titles such as Bit Trip Runner, but with a distinct Nintendo polish and creative level design.

Early trailers suggest a dynamic and engaging platforming challenge, staying true to the Mario tradition while welcoming newcomers and veterans alike.

Super Mario Run will be available for download on the App Store at launch, with a portion of the game free to try and a one-time payment unlocking the full experience.

Nintendo confirmed the price point at $9.99 USD.

This pricing strategy reflects Nintendo’s commitment to delivering a full, premium Mario experience on mobile, distinguishing it from many other free-to-play offerings in the mobile market.

Shigeru Miyamoto, the legendary creator behind Mario, stated in a recent Nintendo Direct presentation that the goal with Super Mario Run was to introduce Mario gameplay to as wide an audience as possible, removing traditional hardware barriers and ensuring accessibility.

The title’s design philosophy centers around ease of use while maintaining the depth and replay value fans expect from a mainline Mario game.

Super Mario Run’s anticipated release reflects Nintendo’s evolving strategy, focusing on reaching new audiences through smartphones and complementing flagship platforms like the Nintendo Switch and eShop.

In addition to its iOS launch, Nintendo has confirmed that an Android version is in development, demonstrating the company's commitment to broader platform support.

Fans eager to learn more or watch the official trailer can visit the game's website at http://supermariorun.com/.

With Super Mario Run poised for global release, December 15, 2016 stands as a landmark date in Nintendo’s ongoing journey to bring its iconic franchises to new generations of players, both on mobile and beyond.

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