Nintendo has announced that the GameCube title Super Mario Sunshine will join the Nintendo Classics library via the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack on August 13. The 3D adventure game arrives as part of the 40th-anniversary celebrations for the Mario franchise.
Originally released in 2002, Super Mario Sunshine was the only 3D Mario title launched for the Nintendo GameCube, introducing innovative gameplay mechanics to the series.
With the inclusion of Super Mario Sunshine into Nintendo Classics, the GameCube library available on the console expands to 10 titles.
The game’s story follows Mario, Princess Peach, and a group of Toads who travel to Isle Delfino to relax and rest. However, upon their arrival, they quickly discover that their vacation plans have gone terribly wrong.
GameCube titles are available exclusively to Nintendo Switch 2 users who subscribe to the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack.
In addition to the GameCube library, this subscription tier includes access to:
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