Super Mario Run Surpasses 50 Million Players Ahead of Android Launch: Everything You Need to Know

Nintendo's Super Mario Run, a groundbreaking auto-runner platformer, has captured the attention of the gaming community worldwide.

Since its initial release on iPhone and iPad, the game has amassed a remarkable 50 million players leaping their way through the iconic Mushroom Kingdom.

This staggering milestone underscores Nintendo’s enduring appeal and its successful expansion into the mobile gaming space. Developed by Nintendo, Super Mario Run stands out as the company’s first Super Mario game tailored for smartphones.

The game brings classic side-scrolling Mario gameplay to touchscreen devices, blending Nintendo’s hallmark level design with modern mobile accessibility.

As players navigate meticulously crafted courses, they experience a dynamic mix of speed, discovery, and replayability — hallmarks that have long defined the Mario franchise. With its success firmly established on iOS platforms, Nintendo is now preparing to introduce Super Mario Run to Android users.

Android fans can now pre-register on Google Play to receive instant notifications when the game becomes available.

Reggie Fils-Aimé, the then-president of Nintendo of America, previously assured fans that the Android launch would arrive "as quickly as possible," highlighting the company’s commitment to inclusivity and accessibility across platforms. Super Mario Run's gameplay has been widely praised for its clever level structure and replay value.

As noted in our review, the game’s meticulously designed courses offer a thrilling sense of speed and discovery, earning it a place among the best 2D Mario stages ever created.

The stylish flair and challenge embedded in each level provide rich incentives for players to return time and again, making it a standout in the crowded field of mobile platformers. Since launching on December 15, 2016, on iOS, Super Mario Run has maintained strong momentum, contributing to Nintendo’s broader mobile strategy that includes titles like Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp and Fire Emblem Heroes.

Its upcoming debut on Android is poised to further expand the game's audience, solidifying its status as one of the most successful mobile titles in Nintendo’s history. Super Mario Run will soon be available for download on Android via the Google Play Store.

Fans eager to join Mario on his latest adventure are encouraged to pre-register and be among the first notified upon release.

As Nintendo continues to bridge its beloved franchises across hardware and mobile platforms, Super Mario Run stands as a testament to the company's commitment to innovation and its global community of players.