Super Mario Maker 2 Direct Announced Ahead of E3: Key Details and Schedule

Nintendo fans worldwide are eagerly counting down to E3, the gaming industry's most-anticipated annual event.

However, Nintendo has decided not to wait for the big convention this June to unveil crucial news about one of its flagship releases.

The company has officially announced a dedicated Super Mario Maker 2 Direct, a live presentation focused exclusively on delivering new information about Super Mario Maker 2, weeks ahead of its highly-awaited launch on Nintendo Switch. Scheduled for Wednesday, May 15 at 3 p.m.

PT / 6 p.m.

ET, this special 15-minute Nintendo Direct will be streamed across Nintendo’s official social media channels and the eShop.

The presentation promises to showcase fresh gameplay details, new features, and innovations coming to the sequel in the beloved Super Mario Maker series.

This stand-alone presentation reflects the significance of Super Mario Maker 2 for Nintendo’s 2019 software lineup, highlighting its role as a major release for the Switch platform. In a formal statement through its corporate Twitter account, Nintendo of America indicated that the Super Mario Maker 2 Direct would deliver "a roughly 15-minute presentation packed with information all about #SuperMarioMaker2 for #NintendoSwitch." By choosing to spotlight the game ahead of E3, Nintendo ensures that Super Mario Maker 2 receives deserved attention just weeks before its official release, and gives players a comprehensive look at new tools, modes, and customization options that extend the creative possibilities introduced in the original title. Super Mario Maker 2, developed and published by Nintendo, is set to launch on June 28, 2019, exclusively on the Nintendo Switch.

Building upon the success of the first game, which garnered wide acclaim for its expansive user-generated content and innovative use of classic Mario elements, the sequel aims to deliver even deeper level creation mechanics and multiplayer capabilities.

The game's release is highly anticipated by fans and industry watchers alike, as it harnesses both nostalgia and new design potential on Nintendo Switch hardware. As Nintendo continues to dominate digital engagement through live presentations such as Nintendo Direct, the company is leveraging these events to keep its global audience informed and excited.

The Super Mario Maker 2 Direct is expected to clarify the game’s new features, and may address regional questions, such as the availability of themed accessories like the exclusive stylus. For real-time updates, fans are encouraged to follow Nintendo of America and leading gaming news sources on social media.

The live stream of the Super Mario Maker 2 Direct promises to be an essential stop for any Nintendo Switch owner eager to get hands-on with the next evolution in Mario level creation.

Stay tuned as we deliver in-depth coverage and analysis following the event, and revisit all the imaginative tools set to redefine platforming when Super Mario Maker 2 arrives on June 28.

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