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Mario Kart World Open-World Launch Drives Player Tricks and Online Workarounds

Free Roam has become a testing ground for new rail‐grinds, wall rides and shell‐sniping tactics reshaping conventional races

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Overview

  • Mario Kart World debuted June 5 on Nintendo Switch 2, unveiling a seamless Free Roam open world alongside new mechanics such as wall riding, rail grinding and a five-second rewind feature.
  • Competitors are exploiting parkour-style moves to access unprecedented shortcuts and line up green-shell snipes in both Grand Prix and Knockout Tour modes.
  • Online lobbies rarely feature classic three-lap races by default, prompting players to vote 'Random' between stages as a workaround to bypass lengthy intermission tracks.
  • While reviewers applaud the refined racing dynamics and the high-octane 24-player Knockout Tour mode, some critics find the open-world exploration shallow compared with traditional circuits.
  • At $79.99, Nintendo argues the price reflects the game’s expansive content, robust multiplayer performance and potential for ongoing player creativity.