Nintendo is once again leveraging the popularity of its beloved franchises with a new in-game event for Super Mario Run, the company’s successful mobile runner title.
This latest event highlights a special collaboration with Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2, both of which debuted for Nintendo Switch just last month.
The event, available now, invites players to unlock a series of exclusive themed statues and participate in daily free courses, celebrating some of the most acclaimed entries in the Mario series. Running from now through January 22, 2026, the Super Mario Galaxy event in Super Mario Run provides players with the opportunity to collect limited-edition statues featuring Bee Mario, the cosmic heroine Rosalina, and Balloon Yoshi.
Fans can add these unique decorations to their Kingdom Builder mode, commemorating some of the most iconic power-ups and characters from the Galaxy saga.
Each day during the event, one themed course will be accessible free of charge, giving participants ample chances to engage with specially curated content inspired by the galaxy-spanning adventures. A spokesperson for Nintendo expressed enthusiasm for the event, noting that crossover celebrations like this offer devoted fans fresh reasons to revisit Super Mario Run and relive classic Mario moments in new formats.
"Super Mario Galaxy and Galaxy 2 hold a special place in gaming history, and by bringing their elements into Super Mario Run, we’re giving our community exciting new ways to enjoy these timeless experiences," the representative said. This event follows a string of successful Super Mario Run collaborations, including promotions with Super Mario Party Jamboree, Mario & Luigi: Brother Ship, and the critically acclaimed Super Mario Wonder.
These regular updates have continued to fuel engagement among the mobile game’s global player base, enhancing the value of the app years after its initial launch. Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 made their much-anticipated debut on the Nintendo Switch in June 2024, reintroducing fans and newcomers to the gravity-defying platforming and imaginative scenarios that have defined the series.
Both games are widely recognized as high points in Mario's history, praised for their inventive gameplay mechanics, stunning cosmic settings, and refined presentation.
In a recent review, it was noted that the Galaxy titles "subvert expectations and provide experiences only possible due to their creative, space-inspired design, marking some of the Mario franchise's finest achievements.
While the Switch package commands a premium price, its contents are considered essential for any platforming enthusiast." Nintendo’s ongoing integration of flagship franchises across its platforms—including the Nintendo Switch and mobile titles like Super Mario Run—underscores the company's commitment to community engagement and content longevity.
As the Super Mario Galaxy event continues, fans have a unique opportunity to celebrate the enduring legacy of Mario’s space adventures in both console and mobile formats.
This latest event highlights a special collaboration with Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2, both of which debuted for Nintendo Switch just last month.
The event, available now, invites players to unlock a series of exclusive themed statues and participate in daily free courses, celebrating some of the most acclaimed entries in the Mario series. Running from now through January 22, 2026, the Super Mario Galaxy event in Super Mario Run provides players with the opportunity to collect limited-edition statues featuring Bee Mario, the cosmic heroine Rosalina, and Balloon Yoshi.
Fans can add these unique decorations to their Kingdom Builder mode, commemorating some of the most iconic power-ups and characters from the Galaxy saga.
Each day during the event, one themed course will be accessible free of charge, giving participants ample chances to engage with specially curated content inspired by the galaxy-spanning adventures. A spokesperson for Nintendo expressed enthusiasm for the event, noting that crossover celebrations like this offer devoted fans fresh reasons to revisit Super Mario Run and relive classic Mario moments in new formats.
"Super Mario Galaxy and Galaxy 2 hold a special place in gaming history, and by bringing their elements into Super Mario Run, we’re giving our community exciting new ways to enjoy these timeless experiences," the representative said. This event follows a string of successful Super Mario Run collaborations, including promotions with Super Mario Party Jamboree, Mario & Luigi: Brother Ship, and the critically acclaimed Super Mario Wonder.
These regular updates have continued to fuel engagement among the mobile game’s global player base, enhancing the value of the app years after its initial launch. Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 made their much-anticipated debut on the Nintendo Switch in June 2024, reintroducing fans and newcomers to the gravity-defying platforming and imaginative scenarios that have defined the series.
Both games are widely recognized as high points in Mario's history, praised for their inventive gameplay mechanics, stunning cosmic settings, and refined presentation.
In a recent review, it was noted that the Galaxy titles "subvert expectations and provide experiences only possible due to their creative, space-inspired design, marking some of the Mario franchise's finest achievements.
While the Switch package commands a premium price, its contents are considered essential for any platforming enthusiast." Nintendo’s ongoing integration of flagship franchises across its platforms—including the Nintendo Switch and mobile titles like Super Mario Run—underscores the company's commitment to community engagement and content longevity.
As the Super Mario Galaxy event continues, fans have a unique opportunity to celebrate the enduring legacy of Mario’s space adventures in both console and mobile formats.
