Archive · 30 Jul 2025
Mario Paint Returns to Switch and Switch 2 via Online
Imagine a fun drawing program from the olden days called Mario Paint, now available on the Nintendo Switch!
It's like having a digital coloring book with music features.
You can pick colors, draw with different pens, and make music with special sounds.
This game came out a long time ago, but now a whole new generation can play it!
It also works with a mouse, just like using a computer.
It's a blast from the past, perfect for anyone who loves to create and have fun.
Mario Paint, a creative game, is now available on Nintendo Switch Online.
The game originally released in 1992 on Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES).
It is a drawing program with drawing and music-making features.
The game supports mouse input and features Nintendo-themed stamps.
Nintendo never created a sequel, but a spiritual successor was released in Japan.
- Who
- Nintendo is bringing the game to its Switch Online service.
- What
- Mario Paint is now available on Switch Online.
- When
- Released on Wednesday, though initially expected alongside Switch 2 launch.
- Where
- Available on Nintendo Switch and Switch 2.
- Why
- To broaden the game's appeal to a new generation of players.
- Original Release Year
- 1992
- Original Platform
- Super Nintendo Entertainment System (SNES)
- Genre
- Drawing Program
- Features
- Drawing and music-making programs
- Mouse Input
- Supported
- Spiritual Successor
- Mario Artist