Nintendo's Shigeru Miyamoto confirmed a "Super Mario Odyssey" follow-up for the Switch 2 console generation.
Nine years have passed since the last traditional Super Mario game launched alongside the original Nintendo Switch.
The announcement provides a significant positive development for the Switch 2 software outlook.
Miyamoto omitted details on the title and release timeframe, suggesting the debut is not in the near future.
The confirmation reassures fans of Nintendo's franchise strength, serving as a long-term positive driver for the platform.