Insider Suggests 3D Mario Isn't Releasing on Nintendo Switch 2 Until 2027

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  • Primary Subject: Next 3D Mario Game (Untitled)
  • Key Update: Prominent insider Nate the Hate reports that the next 3D Mario game will miss the 2026 holiday launch window and is now slated for a 2027 release.
  • Status: Unconfirmed / Leak
  • Last Verified: March 27, 2026
  • Quick Answer: The next 3D Mario game is reportedly not releasing in 2026. Leaks suggest Nintendo has scheduled the highly anticipated title for a 2027 release instead.

According to a reliable gaming insider, Nintendo has no plans to release a 3D Mario game this year.

Nate the Hate is a reputable Nintendo leaker, having previously revealed when the Nintendo Switch 2 would release, as well as the functionality of the new console. Now, he's revealed that Nintendo will not be gearing up to release a 3D Mario title this year, focusing instead on other games.

Here's everything we know about the situation.

3D Mario Not Releasing on Switch 2 This Year

On March 27, Nate the Hate took to his podcast to share information on Nintendo's planned releases for the Switch 2 this year.

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Credit: Nintendo

One of the games players had been hoping for is 3D Mario. After all, it has been nine years since the last full 3D Mario title, Super Mario Odyssey for the original Nintendo Switch.

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However, it seems fans will have to wait a little longer.

Nate the Hate acknowledged that players expected the next 3D Mario title to be released during the holiday season of 2026. However, that will not be happening, stating, “One game that will not be releasing in holiday 2026 is 3D Mario. 3D Mario will be released in 2027.”

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Though a new 3D Mario release is not in this year's pipeline, Nintendo has several other titles supposedly coming out in 2026. According to Nate the Hate, a new Star Fox game is scheduled for a summer release, alongside Splatoon Raiders, Fire Emblem Fortune's Weave, Rhythm Heaven Groove, and a new Switch Sports.

A Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time remake is also rumored to come out in the second half of 2026.

Nintendo has neither confirmed nor denied Nate the Hate's claims.

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