Mario Paint gets surprise Nintendo Switch Online release, features mouse controls

As a surprise out of nowhere, Nintendo has just released Mario Paint on Switch Online. 

A big feature is that mouse support is included. You can either use the Joy-Con 2 or a compatible USB mouse. Now that Switch 2 has launched, Nintendo may have felt this was a fitting time to have it ready. A subscription to the Expansion Pack tier is not required, so all Nintendo Switch Online members can access it.

Here’s a brief overview:

The 1992 Super NES game turns your system into a canvas, with an array of colors and drawing tools available to create digital works of art. You can even animate your drawings and compose music to craft your own video creations! Get ready to unlock your inner artist using the Joy-Con 2 controller’s mouse functionality on Nintendo Switch 2, or by using a compatible USB mouse (sold separately) on a Nintendo Switch or Nintendo Switch – OLED Model system.

And just like in the original game, you can access the Coloring Book featuring fun designs and character art or play the Gnat Attack training game for some extra mouse control fun.

We’ll also mention that on the topic of mouse controls, two other Nintendo Switch Online games now support them. The functionality has been added for Mario’s Super Picross and Nobunaga’s Ambition.

Watch a trailer for Mario Paint on Nintendo Switch Online below.

Official Trailer

This isn’t the only piece of Mario Paint news today as the game also just joined Nintendo Music. Check that out here.