Overview

• Mario Kart World has been officially announced as a launch title for the Nintendo Switch 2, set to release on the same day as the console.
• The game introduces an open-world design, allowing players to seamlessly drive between tracks and explore environments solo or with friends.
• New gameplay features include rail grinding, wall jumping, and costume changes, alongside a battle royale-like mode for added variety.
• Dynamic weather and time-of-day systems will affect gameplay, with conditions like rain making tracks slippery and challenging.
• A dedicated Nintendo Direct on April 17, 2025, will provide further details about Mario Kart World and its features.