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Super Mario Galaxy 2 Rosalina storybook explained

In a bit of a random move from Nintendo, Super Mario Galaxy 2 received an update on Switch and Switch 2 this week that added an all-new epilogue chapter to the storybook. Many were afraid that it would tie into The Super Mario Galaxy Movie and its new story additions, but that doesn’t seem to be the case here. So today, we’re going over our interpretation of what this epilogue might mean. We’ll be covering full spoilers for Super Mario Galaxy 2, so keep that in mind before you continue!

Players have found that with the new Super Mario Galaxy 2 patch, Nintendo has improved a notable lighting issue that previously impacted the game’s Switch version.

You might have heard that Super Mario Galaxy 2 was updated to version 1.4.0 last night. The inclusion of the new storybook chapter was definitely the highlight of the patch. However, as we just mentioned, there is a graphical improvement.

Super Mario Galaxy 2 1.4.0 update

Nintendo has just put out a new version 1.4.0 update for Super Mario Galaxy 2 on Nintendo Switch (and Switch 2).

The biggest thing here is that a new story is available in the storybook. For the release of this version last year, Nintendo added a storybook to this game for the first time. It focuses on what led to Lubba becoming a spaceship captain. The original Super Mario Galaxy had its own storybook.

Here’s the official notice about the patch:

Starting today, Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy music can be played on Spotify.

Nintendo said that the music is being offered in celebration of Mario’s 40th anniversary. Between the two games, you can listen to 130 tracks, coming in at about five hours.

A new reward has arrived on My Nintendo in North America to celebrate the Super Mario Bros. 40th anniversary. Starting today, members can get their hands on a pin set celebrating the event as well as Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2.

You’ll be getting two jumbo collectible pins. They measure 2″ x 2″, for those wondering.

Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 1.3.1 update

For those who own Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 on Nintendo Switch, a new version 1.3.1 update can now be accessed.

This appears to be a pretty small patch in nature. According to Nintendo, the game’s software information has been updated. That is apparently all there is.

In any case, here’s the official notice:

Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 1.3.0 update

If you own Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2, you can now access a version 1.3.0 update for the game. This applies to both the bundle and the individual titles.

According to Nintendo, the patch improves the gameplay experience. What that means, however, is unclear. It seems that the update targets play on both Nintendo Switch 2 and Switch.

The official notice is as follows:

Super Mario Run is back with another console game tie in event, this time being Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 for Nintendo Switch. The event is already available to players of the mobile game.

Similar to past events, players can get Super Mario Galaxy + Super Mario Galaxy 2 themed rewards by completing missions. This time around, you can unlock statues of Bee Mario , Rosalina , and Balloon Yoshi, each of which requiring 9 missions to obtain.

Super Mario Galaxy 2 coin farming

Super Mario Galaxy 2 is inherently more of a grind than its predecessor. Both games require collecting 9,999 Star Bits for true 100% completion, but only Super Mario Galaxy 2 requires collecting 9,999 coins – its predecessor doesn’t keep score of your total collected coins. Coins are generally much more difficult to farm than Star Bits because if you lose a life during a level, you lose all of your collected coins up until that point (whereas you keep your Star Bits). Fortunately, there’s a very easy coin farming method in Super Mario Galaxy 2 that will get you well over 500 coins within a matter of minutes. Just don’t lose a life!

September 12: Super Mario Galaxy and Super Mario Galaxy 2 are returning in a new collection. This launches on October 2, 2025.

The two titles will be sold together as a physical bundle. Both of these titles will be available individually on the Nintendo eShop as well.

These are largely the same games as they were on Wii. There are some extra bells and whistles though, including enhanced resolution, improved UI, Assist Mode, and new Storybook content.

On top of the above, new amiibo are coming in April. Here’s a look:


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