Nintendo officially announces Super Mario Galaxy, generating excitement for the new Mario adventure on the Wii console.
Super Mario Galaxy is released in Japan, introducing players to the innovative 3D platforming experience on the Wii.
Super Mario Galaxy launches in North America, receiving critical acclaim and commercial success.
The game becomes available to European audiences, expanding its global reach.
Australian gamers gain access to Super Mario Galaxy, completing its initial worldwide launch.
The game wins multiple Game of the Year awards from various gaming outlets, marking its critical success.
The Lumas form and build the Comet Observatory, which becomes Mario's base of operations and home during the adventure.
Bowser attacks the Comet Observatory, abducts Princess Peach, and flews with her to the center of the universe, setting off Mario's quest.
Mario awakens to find the Comet Observatory damaged and the Lumas saddened by Princess Peach's kidnapping, prompting him to begin his journey.
After collecting sufficient Power Stars, Mario gains access to the Grand Finale Galaxy to face Bowser.
Mario confronts Bowser in the Grand Finale Galaxy, ultimately defeating him and rescuing Princess Peach.
With Bowser defeated and Princess Peach rescued, the Comet Observatory is restored to its former glory, reuniting Mario and the Lumas in peace.
