Stir your creativity with Mario
Grab your favorite smock and palette, because the Mario Paint™ game is now available to play with a Nintendo Switch Online* membership! Connect a compatible USB mouse (sold separately) to play the game on your Nintendo Switch™ system. If you’re playing on a Nintendo Switch 2 system, you can use the Joy-Con™ 2 controller like a mouse and let your imagination run wild.
About the game
Unlock the artist within!
In this classic title originally released for the Super Nintendo Entertainment System™ in 1992, you can use simple mouse controls to draw pictures with all sorts of colors and drawing tools. You can even create animated sequences and write music to add to your collage. Bring your very own video creations to life by combining animation and music with the art you’ve made!
Enjoy tunes from the game with Nintendo Music
Get inspired to create with the game’s soundtrack, now available on the Nintendo Music™** app. Members can download the app on their smart device at no additional charge. Kick back with music from a collection of retro and modern games, including series like Super Mario™, The Legend of Zelda™, Animal Crossing™, and much more.
About Nintendo Switch Online
A Nintendo Switch Online membership gives you a whole host of benefits, including access to over 150 classic games like Mario Paint. You’ll also be able to connect online in compatible games, enjoy video game tunes with the Nintendo Music smart device app, access special offers like the F-ZERO™ 99 game, and more. Plus, you’ll be able to hang out with friends and family in GameChat*** on Nintendo Switch 2.
*Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features. Free trial automatically converts to 1-month auto-renewing membership at the then-current price unless canceled. Not available in all countries. Internet access required for online features. Terms apply. nintendo.com/purchase-terms/
**Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required. Not available in all countries. Internet and compatible smart device required to use app. Data charges may apply. Terms apply. nintendo.com/purchase-terms/
***Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. Not available in all countries. Terms and GameChat requirements apply. support.nintendo.com. Until March 31, 2026, GameChat can be used without a Nintendo Switch Online membership. Afterwards, a Nintendo Switch Online membership will be required to use GameChat.
