New Super Mario Nintendo Switch 2 Wish List

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Forty years ago, the original Super Mario game revolutionized the world of video games. Now, as we approach another milestone in 2025, Nintendo is poised to enter a new era of consoles, sparking a lot of excitement and questions about what’s next for Super Mario.

Since the first *Super Mario Bros.* game came out in 1985, the series has consistently delivered classic platforming fun while always finding new ways to play. The recent *Super Mario* games on the Switch, *Odyssey* and *Wonder*, have been particularly groundbreaking. *Odyssey* redefined 3D *Mario* with a huge, open world, and *Wonder* refreshed the 2D style after many years of similar games. With *Wonder* being recently released and *Donkey Kong Bananza* (made by the same team as *Odyssey*) filling the space a new 3D *Mario* game might, we probably won’t see Mario take the lead again for a while – which gives fans plenty of time to speculate about what’s next.

A Wishlist For The Switch 2’s Own Super Mario Title

More Mechanics Per Level

Mario levels are usually designed in a consistent way: they gently introduce a new game element in an easy area, then challenge players to use it in more difficult and creative ways. This straightforward method has always been a key part of what makes the series’ platforming so well-designed, and the developers have consistently stuck to it.

The next *Mario* game could really stand out by expanding on challenging post-game content. The most memorable levels often appear after completing the main game, like “The Perfect Run” and “Champion’s Road,” which cleverly combine familiar elements to create truly difficult challenges. While *Mario*’s main games are generally fun, they sometimes prioritize accessibility, which can limit the complexity and cleverness of the level design.

It’s important not to alienate new or casual players, as Mario games often introduce people to platforming. However, truly challenging gameplay shouldn’t be locked away until after the game is finished. A good approach would be to introduce one or two new ideas per level, similar to how Donkey Kong Country: Tropical Freeze does, to keep stages interesting and difficult.

A Faster Pace

Although recent Mario games like *Super Mario Odyssey* and *Super Mario Wonder* have shown progress, it’s difficult not to compare Mario to other platforming games that are constantly raising the bar for speed and excitement. Even a well-established title like *Rayman Legends*, popular for over ten years, feels smoother and more fluid than Nintendo’s iconic plumber. And that’s before even considering the creative innovations coming from independent game developers. The next Mario game should embrace opportunities for more intense and thrilling gameplay.

A Story With More Weight

Mario games aren’t known for their complex stories, but they haven’t *always* been simple either. Even leaving aside the role-playing games, titles like *Mario Galaxy* – which Nintendo recently highlighted – have genuinely moving moments and add substance to the classic ‘rescue the princess’ plot. Mario stories don’t need to be profound, they just benefit from a few unexpected surprises and rewarding conclusions.

Super Mario Odyssey really excelled by cleverly using its core gameplay mechanic in the final moments, and it also featured excellent character development for both Mario and Cappy, alongside challenging obstacles. The next Super Mario game should build on this success, perhaps by adding a fresh villain or including side stories and missions that explore the experiences of other characters.

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2025-09-14 20:17