Skip to contentGo to Product Search
Main Content

Mario Kart World - Nintendo Switch 2

ESRB Rating: E (Everyone)
SKU: 6414092
Sold byBest Buy

Customers are saying

Customers love the overall performance and smooth gameplay, which make the title a very fun and enjoyable experience. However, some players feel that the open world design lacks purpose and that the map features overly simplistic, straight tracks. Additionally, there is a desire for more content and expanded vehicle customization options to improve the overall depth of the game.

Generated by AI based on customer reviews.

Features

  • Take on a classic Grand Prix, or go the distance in the Knockout Tour elimination mode

    Speed through one course and then drive to the next in a non-stop rally that stretches from one corner of the world to another in the adrenaline-packed Knockout Tour! In this fierce 24-driver mode, racers are steadily eliminated, checkpoint by checkpoint, until only one remains. With Grand Prix also supporting up to 24 drivers, the competition has never been tighter!

  • Interested in the Mario Kart World game?!

    Save up to $29.99 on a Nintendo Switch 2 system bundled with your choice of a full game download for one of the following games exclusive to Nintendo Switch 2: Mario Kart World, Donkey Kong Bananza, or Pokémon Pokopia!

Specifications

  • ESRB Rating
    E (Everyone)
    ESRB Descriptors
    Mild fantasy violence
    ESRB Interactive Elements
    Users Interact
    Compatible Platform(s)
    Nintendo Switch 2
    Software Format
    Physical
Sponsored

Reviews

Customers are sayingCustomers love the overall performance and smooth gameplay, which make the title a very fun and enjoyable experience. However, some players feel that the open world design lacks purpose and that the map features overly simplistic, straight tracks. Additionally, there is a desire for more content and expanded vehicle customization options to improve the overall depth of the game.
This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.
  • Overall Performance (237)
  • Gameplay (125)
  • Open World Design (10)
  • Map Design (9)
  • Content Quantity (8)
  • Customization Options (3)

Customer Images

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Mario Kart is a gem!

    Mario Kart World is so much fun. Nintendo really took Mario Kart and made it feel bigger without losing what makes the series great. The new open-world aspect is probably my favorite part. Just driving around, finding new areas, and messing around between races is surprisingly fun. And of course, the actual races are still pure chaos—in the best possible way. You can be winning one second and then get absolutely destroyed by an item out of nowhere. It also looks really good on the Switch 2. Everything feels smooth, colorful, and fast, and the bigger tracks make the races feel more exciting. I wasn't sure how I'd feel about some of the new changes at first, but after playing it, I'm really enjoying it. It's one of those games that's easy to pick up but keeps you coming back for “just one more race.” Definitely wrth checking out if you have a Switch 2. 9 out of 10

    Posted by Shae

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Revolutionary

    If you’re looking to pass a good time with family and friends Mario Kart is always a good choice, frenetic, challenging (if you play online), etc. I would called it the Ultimate Mario Kart Game with some minor flaws like the tracks being extensive straight ways, roasters could have characters more relevant to the franchise and the lack of things to do if you are not into battle mode or competitive but overall that’s everything that a Mario Kart game could offered, plus the new mechanics, visually beautiful and memorable soundtracks I would give it at 8/10

  • Rated 4 out of 5 stars

    Mario Kart World

    The game was really exciting at launch and don't get me wrong the game looks beautiful and it can be fun, but it feels lacking in content in some areas like the open world, and it should get free updates/DLC later on.

    Posted by TristinC

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Bigger, Bolder, and Absolutely Brilliant

    Mario Kart World on the Nintendo Switch 2 is the franchise at its peak—faster, flashier, and more expansive than ever before. It brings stunning visuals, smooth 60 FPS gameplay, and a globe-trotting selection of jaw-dropping tracks, making it the best-looking and most ambitious entry to date. One of the standout features is the massive character roster. While many are alternate versions or "skins" of favorites like Mario, Peach, and Bowser, the sheer variety adds flavor—especially since all variations are unlockable through gameplay, with no microtransactions in sight. Just play, earn, and enjoy. The track design is next-level. Some courses are absolutely massive, with one sky-high masterpiece in particular that’s nothing short of breathtaking. It's the kind of track that leaves you stunned mid-race—unbelievably grand, both in scale and design. The new World Tour mode, dynamic weather, and smooth 16-player online races round out the package beautifully. If you love Mario Kart, this is a no-brainer.

    Posted by GiancarloAbadia

  • Rated 5 out of 5 stars

    Love this game!

    This is definitely a game worth adding to your collection. It was actually the first Nintendo Switch 2 game I purchased, and I’m really glad I picked it up. I love the free-roam feature because there are so many different challenges to take on, which gives the game a lot of replay value and keeps it from feeling repetitive. Definitely recommend adding this one to your collection.

    Posted by Mina

Compare similar products

Mario Kart World - Nintendo Switch 2
Mario Kart World - Nintendo Switch 2

Ready your wheels for a brand-new Mario Kart game exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 system—with a world of interconnected courses to race through. The whole world is your racetrack in this massive evolution of the Mario Kart series! The courses you race on are all connected in a seamless world. Drive the paths between them to traverse mountains, forests, cities, and more. Take in the sprawling vistas as you explore at your own pace in Free Roam—or watch how a sudden shift in the weather can mix up a dead heat in a tense Grand Prix. Ride on rails, jump off walls, skim across water, and more as you race for the finish line. Master these new maneuvers and you might cut down your time to the finish line! Race online across modes with up to 23 other players, or talk with friends using GameChat as you race or roam. Go full speed with series-new drivers, vehicles, courses, outfits, items, and more! Race on brand-new courses, as well as familiar ones that have been reimagined with additional routes and other details. Stick with your favorite driver or broaden your horizons—some of the new additions might surprise you! (Is that Cow?!) Race from one course to another through interconnected paths that span the world. Traverse mountains, forests, cities, and more—with shifting weather patterns and a day/night cycle. Ride on rails, jump off walls, skim across water, and more as you race for the finish line. Take on the adrenaline-packed Knockout Tour—a fierce 24-driver elimination mode. Play Grand Prix with up to 24 drivers. Explore courses at your own pace and wander the world to discover fun surprises in Free Roam. Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. Not available in all countries.

Mario Kart World - Nintendo Switch 2 [Digital]
4.6(49)

Ready your wheels for a brand-new Mario Kart game exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 system—with a world of interconnected courses to race through. The whole world is your racetrack in this massive evolution of the Mario Kart series! The courses you race on are all connected in a seamless world. Drive the paths between them to traverse mountains, forests, cities, and more. Take in the sprawling vistas as you explore at your own pace in Free Roam—or watch how a sudden shift in the weather can mix up a dead heat in a tense Grand Prix. Ride on rails, jump off walls, skim across water, and more as you race for the finish line. Master these new maneuvers and you might cut down your time to the finish line! Race online across modes with up to 23 other players, or talk with friends using GameChat as you race or roam. Go full speed with series-new drivers, vehicles, courses, outfits, items, and more! Race on brand-new courses, as well as familiar ones that have been reimagined with additional routes and other details. Stick with your favorite driver or broaden your horizons—some of the new additions might surprise you! (Is that Cow?!) Race from one course to another through interconnected paths that span the world. Traverse mountains, forests, cities, and more—with shifting weather patterns and a day/night cycle. Ride on rails, jump off walls, skim across water, and more as you race for the finish line. Take on the adrenaline-packed Knockout Tour—a fierce 24-driver elimination mode. Play Grand Prix with up to 24 drivers. Explore courses at your own pace and wander the world to discover fun surprises in Free Roam. Race on brand-new courses, as well as familiar ones that have been reimagined. Stick with your favorite driver or broaden your horizons—some of the new additions might surprise you (Is that Cow?!). Talk with friends using GameChat as you race and roam together. Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately) and Nintendo Account required for online features, including GameChat. Not available in all countries.

The Legend of Zelda: Ocarina of Time - Nintendo Switch 2

Become the Hero of Time and save Hyrule from darkness. Take up your sword and embark on a grand adventure! The evil Ganondorf is determined to steal his way into the legendary Sacred Realm, seize the mythical Triforce, and conquer the world. It’s up to you, as the young hero Link, to stop him. Set out with your companion fairy, Navi, on a quest to venture into deadly dungeons, solve puzzles, and collect weapons of great power. You’ll need to travel across time in two different eras to restore balance to Hyrule! A classic tale, built from the ground up for the Nintendo Switch 2 system. This version of the story that first debuted on the Nintendo 64 system features completely overhauled visuals, voiced cutscenes, expanded dialogue, symphonic orchestral music, reworked camera and movement controls, and more. You can even play Link’s in-game ocarina by humming or playing your own instrument using the Nintendo Switch 2 system microphone. This classic tale, reborn on Nintendo Switch 2, is an excellent entry point into the Legend of Zelda series! Get more out of your adventure with ZELDA NOTES on the Nintendo Switch App. Get a little extra support on your quest with ZELDA NOTES—a game-specific service found in the Nintendo Switch App* on compatible smart devices. See your accomplishments for the day, take on the challenge of finding in-game locations based on images, and even play an ocarina on your smart device! Tap any existing Legend of Zelda series amiibo for in-game extras. Get in-game extras to help you on your adventure by tapping any Legend of Zelda series amiibo figure. If you tap the new Young Link and Young Zelda amiibo figures (coming in 2027), you’ll get in-game masks that evoke a retro graphical style!

Donkey Kong Bananza - Nintendo Switch 2

Explore a vast underground world—by smashing your way through it! Bash through just about anything with the raw power of Donkey Kong! Crash through walls, carve tunnels with your fists, punch straight down into the ground, and even tear off chunks of terrain to swing around and throw in groundbreaking exploration—the more you smash, the more areas open up for you to move through. Join DK and his companion, Pauline, as they delve deep underground—and discover that this subterranean world is a lot more than it seems on the surface. Uncover a variety of environments such as arid canyons, lush forests, and frigid tundra as you peel back the world’s layers! Pair up with Pauline to use powerful Bananza Transformations. Pauline is a talented young singer looking to find her way back to the surface—and her singing can empower Donkey Kong with Bananza Transformations! Each transformation has its own signature strengths: you can smash through the toughest obstacles with the raw strength of Kong form, gallop with incredible speed as a Zebra, and more. Team up with a friend in two-player co-op to dive into the Underground world as Donkey Kong and Pauline. The second player can blast foes and terrain alike with the power of Pauline’s voice as you explore together. Smash your way to the Planet Core before the greedy Void Company gets there first. The Planet Core is said to have the power to grant any desire—and Void Kong, the ruthless head of the greedy Void Company, will stop at nothing to reach it and claim all the world’s riches for himself. Donkey Kong and Pauline have other ideas…but if they’re going to get their wishes granted, they’ll have to beat Void Kong to the punch. Join DK and Pauline in an absolutely bananas action-packed journey as you smash your way to the Planet Core!

Pros for Mario Kart World - Nintendo Switch 2
Overall Performance, GameplayOverall Performance, GameplayThere were no pros for this product—Overall Performance, Gameplay, Story, Environmental Interaction, Controls
Cons for Mario Kart World - Nintendo Switch 2
Open World Design, Map Design, Content Quantity, Customization OptionsThere were no cons for this product—There were no cons for this product—Difficulty, Boss Fight Quality

Specs

Questions & Answers

  • Can I explore the courses at my own pace in Mario Kart World?

    Yes, you can explore courses at your own pace and wander the world to discover fun surprises in Free Roam.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • What game modes are available in Mario Kart World?

    The game includes Grand Prix, Knockout Tour, and Free Roam modes.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • Does Mario Kart World have new courses and drivers?

    Yes, the game features brand-new courses and drivers, along with familiar ones that have been reimagined.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • What is the ESRB rating for this game?

    Mario Kart World has an ESRB rating of E (Everyone) with a descriptor of Mild fantasy violence.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
  • How many players can race online in Mario Kart World?

    You can race online with up to 23 other players, for a total of 24 racers.

    This question and answer was generated by AI based on customer and product data.
Ask a question
No content
Sponsored