Mario Kart World Previews Highlight Open-World Innovation and Expanded Multiplayer

Set to launch June 5, 2025, alongside the Nintendo Switch 2, Mario Kart World introduces interconnected tracks, 24-player races, and dynamic gameplay features.

Mario Kart World adopts an open-world design, allowing players to seamlessly drive between interconnected tracks without traditional loading screens.
The game supports up to 24 players per race, doubling the multiplayer capacity of its predecessor, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
New modes include Knockout Tour, where the bottom four racers are eliminated after each leg, and Free Roam, offering exploration without time constraints.
Dynamic weather and time-of-day effects impact gameplay, adding strategic depth and immersive challenges during races.
Mario Kart World will feature nearly 40 characters, a mix of new and returning tracks, and innovative mechanics like rail grinding, wall-riding, and vehicle hijacking.