Ambitious Super Mario Sunshine mod Super Mario Eclipse has received an official release date from developer Eclipse Team, with the expansive update launching next Summer. Since its initial release on the GameCube in 2002, the platformer starring Mario and his new companion F.L.U.D.D. has become a beloved entry among the franchise's 3D library. While the game originally received some criticism surrounding the gimmicky nature of the water-powered jetpack, Sunshine went on to become one of the best-selling games on GameCube. Now, Eclipse is set to release as an impressive overhaul of the game.