A Creative SNES Title Joins the Library
Mario Paint, originally released in 1992 for the Super Nintendo, has been added to the SNES library on Nintendo Switch Online. The title is available to all users with a base NSO subscription—no Expansion Pack is required.
Joy-Con 2 as a Mouse
This release includes support for Joy-Con 2’s motion controls, allowing it to function as a mouse when playing Mario Paint on the Nintendo Switch 2. This offers a modern alternative to the original SNES Mouse and aims to replicate the experience as closely as possible.
For those using the original Switch or Switch OLED models, USB mouse support is also available.
Features Included
Draw using a variety of tools and custom stamps
Create basic animations with multiple frames
Compose music using visual note icons
Play the Gnat Attack minigame
Explore other creative tools included in the original release
Summary
Mario Paint on Nintendo Switch Online offers an accessible way to revisit or try out one of Nintendo’s more experimental titles. With new input options like Joy-Con 2 mouse support, the game adapts well to modern hardware while retaining its original features.