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Nintendo Prepares to Showcase Mario Kart World in Dedicated Direct Tomorrow

The 15-minute stream will delve into the game’s open-world design, Knockout Tour mode, and more as Nintendo addresses its $80 price point.

Key art for Mario Kart World showing Mario and friends racing in their karts on a dirt road.
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Overview

  • The Mario Kart World Direct is scheduled for April 17, 2025, starting at 6 a.m. PT / 9 a.m. ET, and will last 15 minutes.
  • The stream will be available on Nintendo’s YouTube and Twitch channels, as well as the newly launched Nintendo Today app.
  • Mario Kart World introduces an open-world Free Roam mode and a battle royale-style Knockout Tour, promising a fresh take on the franchise.
  • Nintendo of America president Doug Bowser has defended the game’s $80 price, emphasizing its vastness and rich gameplay experience.
  • Positioned as a flagship title for the Nintendo Switch 2, Mario Kart World is set to launch on June 5, 2025, with high expectations from fans.