Super Mario Odyssey Shines on Nintendo Switch 2: Visual and Performance Enhancements Detailed

Super Mario Odyssey, developed and published by Nintendo, has been a flagship title for the Nintendo Switch since its initial release in October 2017.

As one of Nintendo’s best-selling games, the 3D platformer has continually drawn praise for its inventive level design and technical polish.

With the arrival of Nintendo Switch 2, Nintendo has provided a free update for Super Mario Odyssey, giving fans a compelling reason to revisit Mario’s globe-trotting adventure on the latest hardware. The new update, available now via the eShop, introduces a suite of visual and performance enhancements tailored for the Nintendo Switch 2.

Players who upgrade to the new system will immediately notice an improved visual experience, driven primarily by a significant increase in resolution.

This visual boost makes Mario’s vibrant worlds even more stunning, dialing up the detail and clarity compared to the original Nintendo Switch version. Performance is also a key area of improvement in this update.

While Super Mario Odyssey historically maintained a solid frame rate on the Nintendo Switch, the game occasionally experienced minor dips during intensive sequences.

With the Nintendo Switch 2, these issues have been fully addressed, and Super Mario Odyssey now runs at a stable 100 frames per second on the new hardware—offering an ultra-smooth gameplay experience that exceeds the original’s capabilities. In terms of loading times, the differences are more subtle.

Both the original Switch and the Nintendo Switch 2 offer fast transitions between levels and scenes, but players will notice that the Switch 2 has a slight advantage, shaving seconds off load screens and making gameplay even more seamless. A Nintendo spokesperson emphasized the company’s commitment to enhancing the fan experience, stating that the update makes full use of the Nintendo Switch 2's advanced graphical and processing capabilities, resulting in "smoother performance and sharper visuals, while maintaining the charm and gameplay fans love." The update for Super Mario Odyssey is available to all owners of the game as a free download, ensuring that both existing players and newcomers can enjoy the improvements without any additional cost.

For those interested in the technical details and other game upgrades for first-generation Nintendo Switch titles, full patch notes are published on Nintendo’s official website. Super Mario Odyssey’s latest update showcases Nintendo’s dedication to supporting its iconic franchises through new hardware generations.

As the game continues to be a staple on both the Nintendo Switch and the Nintendo Switch 2, fans can look forward to experiencing Mario’s adventures with better visuals and performance than ever before.

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