LEGO reveals Super Mario sets with minifigures and announces LEGO Skylines for Nintendo Switch 2.
This week’s Nintendo-related news is dominated by LEGO announcements, as the company expands its collaboration with Nintendo. A new range of LEGO Super Mario sets featuring minifigures has been officially revealed, and the forthcoming LEGO Skylines game has been announced for the Nintendo Switch 2.
LEGO Super Mario Sets
The LEGO Group has confirmed that new Super Mario sets, which include minifigures, will be available from January 2027. As reported by My Nintendo News, these sets were teased earlier in the year, and fans have been eagerly awaiting their release. A similar report on Nintendo Everything provided further details, noting that there will be eight new sets to look forward to, including Mario’s Pipe Jump and Yoshi at the Beach.
For those concerned about affordability, Nintendo Life assures that while these sets are small, they are priced at a level that won’t be prohibitive. This could make them attractive stocking stuffers come the 2027 holiday season.
LEGO Skylines for Nintendo Switch 2
In other LEGO news, the anticipated release of LEGO Skylines for the Nintendo Switch 2 was confirmed during the Gamescom Opening Night Live 2026. Detailed by My Nintendo News, the game allows players to build extensive cities out of LEGO bricks, highlighting an intersection of creative building and gaming. Although no specific release date was mentioned, the announcement has sparked interest among both LEGO enthusiasts and gamers alike.
The broader context of Gamescom was covered by Nintendo Life, providing an overview of other announcements during the event, though few were as notable as LEGO Skylines regarding the Switch platform.
Other Announcements
Outside of LEGO news, there are a few announcements worth mentioning. Herobeat Studios has announced that Wilderings: The Lost Spring, a game originally titled Rewilders, will be released on Nintendo Switch in Spring 2027. Nintendo Everything reports that this game explores themes of nature and its ability to reclaim environments, though details remain sparse.
Additionally, Satan of Saturn, a classic arcade shooter originally released by SNK in 1981, is joining Nintendo Switch’s Arcade Archives lineup tomorrow. As Nintendo Everything notes, the game adheres to classic shooter mechanics, adding a touch of nostalgia to the current library.
For fans of crossover promotions, SEGA has announced that Axel from Crazy Taxi is now available in Sonic Racing CrossWorlds. According to My Nintendo News, the inclusion coincides with a Crazy Taxi-themed event offering various themed rewards.
