Prepare to unleash your inner artist! Mario Paint, the beloved and iconic art studio game, is making a triumphant return, now available on both the Nintendo Switch and the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2 through the Nintendo Classics Online service. Originally launched in 1992 for the Super NES, Mario Paint famously transformed your console into a comprehensive creative workspace, complete with a dedicated mouse and an imaginative array of artistic tools. Today, a new generation of players can dive in to craft vibrant digital artworks, whimsical animations, and unique musical compositions, all enhanced with modern functionalities for contemporary gaming.
For users of the advanced Nintendo Switch 2, the innovative Joy-Con 2 introduces intuitive mouse-like controls, allowing for effortless sketching, precise painting, and dynamic animating. Those who prefer a more classic and authentic feel can connect a compatible USB mouse (available separately) to either Switch console for an old-school creative experience. Furthermore, the beloved music composer feature makes a grand comeback, inviting players to craft their next digital hit. Get ready to experiment with playful and characteristic sounds, from chirping cats to whimsical, bouncing mushrooms, to create truly unique melodies.
The popular Coloring Book mode also makes a welcome return, featuring fresh new designs and a delightful selection of your favorite Nintendo characters. You can fill them in with vibrant colors, express your creativity in freestyle, or reinterpret them entirely to your heart`s content. And for those seeking a fun challenge to test their precision and quick reflexes, the fast-paced Gnat Attack mini-game is once again included, perfect for honing your mouse movement skills and aiming prowess.
Nintendo Switch Online subscribers will gain the exclusive ability to save their artistic endeavors and seamlessly share them with friends and the broader online community. On the Switch 2, the enhanced GameChat2 functionality further enriches the collaborative experience, allowing users to connect via voice chat, video calls, or screen sharing. This means you can create together in real-time, animate alongside friends, or simply enjoy watching them bring their imaginative (and perhaps amusingly bizarre) visions, like a peculiarly drawn Yoshi, to life. Get ready for a surge of artistic fun and unbridled creative chaos!