Yoshi and Comet Observatory Designs Leak via Pillsbury Packaging Ahead of Super Mario Galaxy Movie Sequel

In a surprise turn of events, an upcoming batch of Pillsbury pre-cut cookie packaging—spotted in New York’s Tops supermarket chain—has revealed major details for the highly anticipated Super Mario Galaxy Movie sequel.

While Nintendo and Illumination, the animation studio behind the successful Super Mario Bros.

Movie, have kept plot and character specifics tightly under wraps, these new product images appear to confirm both Yoshi's design and the inclusion of iconic locations and characters central to the Super Mario Galaxy universe. Yoshi's involvement in the Super Mario Galaxy Movie sequel had previously only been hinted at during the post-credits scene of the original Super Mario Bros.

Movie and through an earlier leak by a Central American theater chain.

However, the recently surfaced Pillsbury cookie box not only depicts Yoshi’s refreshed look for the film, but also cements his significant role in the upcoming movie.

This latest merchandising reveal—first amplified across Reddit’s gaming communities—gives fans their first official glimpse at Yoshi's animated design, indicating that the beloved green dinosaur will have more screen time in the next installment. The packaging leak does not stop at character reveals.

It also features vivid artwork of the Comet Observatory—a key setting from the Super Mario Galaxy game series—and includes hints that Rosalina, a character introduced as the caretaker of the observatory, will make an appearance.

Previous speculation had questioned whether Rosalina or her celestial home would be featured, but the cookie packaging provides strong visual confirmation for both.

The return of the Comet Observatory sets the stage for what fans can expect to be a star-traversing adventure faithful to the game's intergalactic themes. On the reverse side of the product, consumers can spot an emblem for Bowser Jr., reinforcing earlier rumors deducted from international leaks.

While the box does not disclose Bowser Jr.’s full design, its presence contributes to mounting evidence that the sequel will expand its cast and narrative scope to include more of the Mario universe’s established characters.

This move aligns with Illumination and Nintendo’s previous statements about aiming to capture the fulness of Mario’s world for veteran fans and newcomers. While Nintendo has yet to issue an official statement regarding the leak, product timelines suggest that this Pillsbury tie-in was set to coincide with an upcoming trailer reveal, rumored for release alongside the film Wicked For Good on November 21, 2025.

As of June 2024, the Super Mario Galaxy Movie remains one of the most-watched topics in Nintendo’s ecosystem, reflecting the ongoing success of the Mario IP on Nintendo Switch, its expansion to the Nintendo eShop, and continued cultural impact. The original Super Mario Bros.

Movie, released in 2023, not only earned over $1.3 billion at the box office, but also set the stage for sequels and spinoffs centered on the Nintendo universe.

Illumination’s collaboration with Nintendo has been praised for its animation quality, faithfulness to source material, and ability to connect with global audiences. As more details about the Super Mario Galaxy Movie sequel emerge, fans are advised to stay tuned to official Nintendo Direct broadcasts and announcements for verified updates.

For now, the Pillsbury packaging offers an exciting preview of the galactic adventure—and beloved characters—that await Mario fans in theaters and on Nintendo hardware platforms.

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