Mario Kart World is a highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 exclusive set to launch alongside the new console on June 5. As the most ambitious entry in the franchise yet, this open-world racing experience brings the vibrant, chaotic fun of Mario Kart to an expansive, interconnected Mushroom Kingdom. Inspired by games like Forza Horizon, Mario Kart World lets you freely explore diverse regions, race through dynamic tracks that change with weather and time of day, and even drive from one course to the next seamlessly after completing a race.
With support for 24 racers per event—more than any previous installment—and new gameplay modes like Knockout Tour, where falling behind at checkpoints means elimination, the stakes have never been higher. If you prefer a more relaxed pace, Free Roam mode lets you and your friends cruise around the world at your leisure, discovering hidden spots, snapping photos, and enjoying the scenery together. More details are expected during the Nintendo Direct on April 17, but for now, you can get an early look in our hands-on preview.
Preorder Mario Kart World
Mario Kart World
$79.99 at Target
Get it at Walmart - $79.00
Get it at Target - $79.99
Get it at Best Buy - $79.99
Get it at GameStop - $79.99
Unlike many modern titles, Mario Kart World is available in only one edition. You can purchase the game standalone for $79.99 or opt for the bundled Nintendo Switch 2 package priced at $499.99, which includes a digital copy of the game.
Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle
Nintendo Switch 2 + Mario Kart World Bundle
This bundle offers a $30 savings compared to buying the console and game separately. Please note: the included version of Mario Kart World is digital-only, so you won’t receive a physical cartridge or box art. If owning a tangible copy is important to you, purchasing the console and game separately may be worth the extra cost.
Yes, the MSRP Is $79.99
At $79.99, Mario Kart World is priced $10 higher than the standard AAA retail rate for current-gen PlayStation and Xbox titles. While rising game prices can be a point of contention, development costs continue to climb with each generation. Given the game’s massive scope, ambitious open-world design, and enhanced features, this premium price may reflect the significant scale and investment behind Mario Kart World. Only time will tell if the experience fully justifies the cost—but early impressions suggest it’s shaping up to be a landmark entry in the series.
What Is Mario Kart World?
Mario Kart World redefines the franchise with its expansive open-world design, offering the largest and most immersive experience in series history. Dynamic tracks shift with weather and daylight, affecting visibility and handling for a fresh challenge every time. You’re no longer confined to set circuits—venture off-track and explore nearly every corner of the world at your own pace. The new Knockout Tour mode adds intense, high-speed progression across the map, while Free Roam invites casual exploration and photo-taking with friends. With 24 racers on screen and seamless transitions between races, this is Mario Kart like you’ve never seen it before.
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