Mario Kart World - Nintendo Switch 2
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- Genre: Racing
- Key Specs
- ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
- ESRB Descriptors: Mild fantasy violence (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
- ESRB Interactive Elements: Users Interact (The interactive or online features of the game, such as users' interactions with other players, location sharing, internet access, in-game purchases, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
- Compatible Platform(s): Nintendo Switch 2
- Software Format: Physical (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
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- Brand: Nintendo
- Model Number: BEEPAAAAA
- Product Name: Mario Kart World
- Publisher: Nintendo
- Game Details
- Genre: Racing
- Certifications Listings & Approvals
- ESRB Rating: E (Everyone) (The overall rating of the game, based on its age-appropriateness, interactive elements, and types of featured content, as established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB).)
- ESRB Descriptors: Mild fantasy violence (The type and severity of content in the game, such as the nature of its themes, humor, language, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
- ESRB Interactive Elements: Users Interact (The interactive or online features of the game, such as users' interactions with other players, location sharing, internet access, in-game purchases, etc. These elements are part of a three-part guide established by the Entertainment Software Rating Board (ESRB) to determine a game's overall age-appropriate rating.)
- Compatibility
- Compatible Platform(s): Nintendo Switch 2
- Software Format: Physical (Physical software requires a disc, cartridge, etc. be inserted into the gaming console or computer to download and/or operate the software. Digital software allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc. Physical (Download Code Only) software is purchased in physical form with a code that allows for downloading and/or playing the software on the gaming console or computer without a physical disc, cartridge, etc.)
- Requirements
- Video Game Content Included: Full game
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- UPC: 045496905453
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. Terms and GameChat requirements apply. support.nintendo.com Until March 31, 2026, a Nintendo Switch Online membership is not needed to use GameChat. After the GameChat Open-Access Period has ended, a Nintendo Switch Online membership will be required.
- 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!
Q: Can I explore the courses at my own pace in Mario Kart World?
A: Yes, you can explore courses at your own pace and wander the world to discover fun surprises in Free Roam.
Q: What game modes are available in Mario Kart World?
A: The game includes Grand Prix, Knockout Tour, and Free Roam modes.
Q: Does Mario Kart World have new courses and drivers?
A: Yes, the game features brand-new courses and drivers, along with familiar ones that have been reimagined.
Q: What is the ESRB rating for this game?
A: Mario Kart World has an ESRB rating of E (Everyone) with a descriptor of Mild fantasy violence.
Q: How many players can race online in Mario Kart World?
A: You can race online with up to 23 other players, for a total of 24 racers.
Q: What is the Knockout Tour mode in Mario Kart World?
A: Knockout Tour is a 24-driver elimination mode where racers are steadily eliminated, checkpoint by checkpoint, until only one remains.
Q: Will this game be able to get played on a Nintendo switch as well? Or only on a nintendo switch 2.
A: This game is exclusive to the Nintendo Switch 2 and is not compatible with the previous Switch.
Q: CAN I BUY THIS GAME FOR MY NINTENDO 1 ?
A: No. It is an Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive.
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Customers often highlight the smooth gameplay and overall performance of Mario Kart World, considering it a worthwhile purchase. The variety of characters and skins is also appreciated by some players. However, some customers have expressed concerns regarding the map design, particularly the extensive straightaways, and the open-world design, which some find loses its appeal quickly. Additionally, a few customers feel that the game could benefit from more content, such as additional roads.
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| Pros for Mario Kart World - Nintendo Switch 2 | |||
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| Gameplay, Overall Performance, Character Variety | Gameplay, Overall Performance, Characters, Fun, Content | There were no pros for this product— | There were no pros for this product— |
| Cons for Mario Kart World - Nintendo Switch 2 | |||
| Map Design, Open World Design, Content Quantity | Difficulty, Controls, Price | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |
