During Nintendo's Direct today, it was announced that they will be releasing Super Mario RPG on the Nintendo Switch with enhanced graphics.
Mario, Bowser, and Peach partner up to repair the wish-granting Star Road in this approachable role-playing adventure
Team up with an oddball group of heroes to save Star Road and stop the troublemaking Smithy Gang. This colorful RPG has updated graphics and cinematics that add even more charm to the unexpected alliance between Mario, Bowser, Peach, and the original characters Mallow and Geno.
Enter (or revisit) this world of eccentric allies and offbeat enemies in an RPG for everyone. Jump through a colorful world and give attacks some extra oomph in battle!
Explore the vibrant environments with your party and jump towards your next goal! Run into monsters to enter turn-based battles with your party of three. Press the button at the right time for a satisfying dose of extra damage or helpful guard.
Additionally, Yoko Shimomura the composer of the original 1996 SNES title will comprise her role 27 years later with newly arranged versions of each soundtrack.
Here is a message from Shimomura via Twitter translated from Google:
"I am in charge of the music for the remake version of "Super Mario RPG" announced at the Nintendo Direct today. I put all my heart into arranging all the songs, hoping that fans of the original and those playing for the first time can enjoy it! Stay tuned for more news."
Super Mario RPG is currently in development for Nintendo Switch and launches on November 17.
Check out the trailer below.