Tue. Nov 11th, 2025

Unleash Your Creativity: Mario Paint Lands on Nintendo Switch Online

The beloved Mario Paint, originally a creative powerhouse on the 1992 Super NES, is making a grand return! Now accessible through the Nintendo Classics Online service for both Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, this iconic title invites a new generation to dive into drawing, animation, and music composition. Prepare to craft vibrant masterpieces, quirky animations, and unique melodies, all reimagined for the modern gaming era.

On the Nintendo Switch 2, players can seamlessly utilize the new Joy-Con 2`s innovative mouse-like controls for intuitive sketching, precise painting, and fluid animation. For those who cherish a more traditional setup, a compatible USB mouse (sold separately) can be connected to either Switch console for an authentic, old-school experience. Furthermore, the much-loved music composer feature is back, empowering budding musicians to create whimsical tracks featuring familiar, playful sounds like chirping cats and dancing mushrooms.

Fans will be delighted to discover the Coloring Book mode revitalized with fresh designs and an array of favorite Nintendo characters, offering boundless opportunities for personal artistic expression. And for a dose of classic arcade excitement, the fast-paced Gnat Attack returns, serving as the perfect challenge to sharpen your mouse coordination skills.

Nintendo Switch Online members gain the exclusive ability to save and share their artistic endeavors online with ease. Moreover, Switch 2 introduces GameChat2, facilitating real-time collaboration and interaction through voice, video, or screen sharing. This innovative feature allows friends to create together, effortlessly share their work, or simply enjoy watching each other`s artistic antics, perhaps even witnessing the birth of a truly unique (or humorously questionable) Yoshi. Let the creative chaos commence!

By Cedric Ravencroft

A Leeds-based gaming journalist with nine years of experience in the industry. Started covering local gaming tournaments before expanding into national gaming news coverage. Specializes in PC gaming developments and indie game discoveries across the UK. His analytical approach to gaming trends and developer spotlights has earned him recognition among both gamers and industry insiders throughout England

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