Super Mario Galaxy 2
Nintendo Wii U · 2010
About this game
Mario returns to the stars as the everlasting villain Bowser has kidnapped Princess Peach once more, this time while she was baking a cake.
It's up to Mario once again to fight and defeat Bowser and Bowser Jnr, among numerous new villains and obstacles, to save Princess Peach.
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The basic goal of each level is to collect the golden star, either by reaching an end goal, collecting a number of smaller star bits, or defeating an end-level boss.
The environment is a mixture of standard Mario stages filled with familiar evil characters and miniature planetoids with their own orbital gravity.
Certain levels switch the perspective from 3D to 2D, mimicking the platform origins of the character, while others range from molten lava wastelands, ice caverns, or oceans.
Unlike Super Mario Galaxy , Galaxy 2 features a more standardized level system, a number of galaxies split into smaller planetary levels that can only be reached by completing one planet, to open up the path to the next.
To reach an end-level boss or open a bonus planet, you need to have discovered enough golden stars to unlock it.
The hub world of the original has been replaced with a spaceship, shaped like Mario's head, which can be used to travel between Galaxies, as well as discover hidden 1-Ups.
Galaxy 2 features further improvements in gameplay, with two new suits for Mario and the return of his faithful companion Yoshi.
Mario's first new suit is the Cloud Suit, which allows him to create three safe but temporary cloud platforms.
The second new suite is the Rock Suit which, while wearing it, allows Mario to roll up into a rock ball, which will be necessary to complete some challenges or defeat certain foes.
Yoshi adds an element of speed, can eat most enemies in sight, and can reach higher areas that Mario cannot reach alone.
The green dino can also eat certain fruit to bolster his move set, but only for a brief moment of time, such as a speed boost, the ability to float higher into the air or to see invisibl
About Nintendo Wii U
The Wii U (2012) was commercially Nintendo's least successful home console, hampered by market confusion over whether the GamePad tablet controller was a new device or a Wii accessory. Its low sales mean smaller overall print runs across the board, and several first-party and indie darlings have already become noticeably pricier than their commercial performance would suggest, since there are simply fewer copies in circulation.
Gamevaro tracks Super Mario Galaxy 2 for Nintendo Wii U with separate market values for loose, complete-in-box (CIB) and factory-sealed copies, sourced from real eBay sales. Prices also vary by region — PAL, NTSC-U and NTSC-J releases of the same game often sell for different amounts due to print run sizes and regional collector demand.
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Market values by condition
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Recent sales
| Date | Type | Region | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-12 | Loose / Item only | PAL | €27.45 |
| 2026-07-12 | Loose / Item only | NTSC-U | €24.85 |
Market insights
Rarity & condition
Only a handful of market sales have been tracked for Super Mario Galaxy 2, suggesting it doesn't trade hands very often — a sign of relative scarcity compared to more common Nintendo Wii U titles.
Complete-in-box (CIB) copies typically command a premium over loose cartridges/discs because the original box and manual are more fragile and get discarded or damaged over time — fewer complete sets survive.
Frequently asked questions
How much is Super Mario Galaxy 2 worth?
Super Mario Galaxy 2 for Nintendo Wii U is currently worth €27.45 loose. Prices are based on real sales and update regularly on Gamevaro.
Is Super Mario Galaxy 2 rare?
Super Mario Galaxy 2 has only a handful of tracked market sales, suggesting relative scarcity compared to more common Nintendo Wii U titles.
What's the difference between loose, CIB and sealed for Super Mario Galaxy 2?
Loose means cartridge or disc only, CIB (complete in box) includes the original box and manual, and sealed means factory-sealed and never opened. These are tracked as separate market values because the price gap between them can be significant, especially for older releases.
Is Super Mario Galaxy 2 worth more in PAL or NTSC?
The PAL version of Super Mario Galaxy 2 is currently worth €27.45 loose, versus €24.85 for NTSC-U. Regional price differences usually come down to print run size and regional collector demand.
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