Unlock the Secrets of Mario Kart World: Everything You Need to Know!

In simple terms, “Mario Kart World” is the ninth major installment in Nintendo’s beloved kart racing series. It offers an expansive open world, accommodates up to 24 players in races, has a large cast of characters, and introduces numerous fresh gameplay mechanics. This game also signifies the beginning of the era for the successor of Nintendo Switch.

As a fellow enthusiast, I can understand if you’re curious about what awaits you when you fire up Mario Kart World for the very first time before its launch. To alleviate any doubts and prepare you for the big day, here’s a comprehensive FAQ that covers all your questions so you can hit the tracks running!

How Many Players is Mario Kart World?

In each multiplayer setting, the number of participants differs. Specifically, a total of four players can enjoy split-screen multiplayer together. Interestingly, eight players can engage in a competitive match against one another using their separate Nintendo Switch 2 devices through local wireless multiplayer. For those who prefer online gaming, up to 24 players can participate simultaneously in either the racing or battle mode.

All Mario Kart World Items So Far

In the world of Mario Kart, a wide variety of useful items are available for racers to take advantage of. Here’s a list of them:

1. Mushrooms (Small and Super) – Boost speed and invincibility for a limited time.
2. Stars – Make the player invincible and allow them to defeat opponents by touching them.
3. Banana Peels – Lay down on the track to trip up opponents.
4. Bob-ombs – Explode upon contact with an opponent, dealing damage.
5. Thunderbolts – Shock opponents, slowing them down temporarily.
6. Blooper’s Ink – Blind opponents for a short period.
7. Red and Green Shells – Homing missiles that chase after racers in front of the player.
8. Poison Mushrooms – Decrease speed when collected, but increase when an opponent is hit with it.
9. Banana Coin – Worth points when collected, but may also contain a hidden item underneath.
10. Fake Item Boxes – Contain no items when opened but can trick opponents into wasting time trying to pick them up.

Coin Shell
Ice Flower
Hammer
Mega Mushroom
Feather
Kamek
Mushroom
Star
Red Shell
Green Shell
Banana
Mushroom
Gold Mushroom
Triple Banana
Triple Mushroom
Lightning
Bullet Bill
Blue Shell
Boomerang
Fire Flower
Bob-Omb
Coin Box
Blooper
Boo
Superhorn

It’s been proposed that certain items, like the Bob-Omb, might function uniquely within the realm of Mario Kart World. Given that many other items have undergone similar changes, this could potentially disrupt the game’s strategic dynamics.

How Many Grand Prix and Tracks Are There in Mario Kart World?

Nintendo has verified that a total of seven Grand Prix events are available, each victory in these competitions will earn players one of the coveted Cups. The seven events are as follows:

Mushroom Cup
Flower Cup
Star Cup
Shell Cup
Banana Cup
Leaf Cup
Lightning Cup

In each installment of the game, you’ll find four unique racing tracks per Grand Prix. Given that, we can expect at least 28 different tracks in the full version. These will include both new courses and some well-loved tracks from earlier games in the series. Interestingly, Nintendo has hinted during the Mario Kart World Direct presentation that Rainbow Road may be unlocked as an extra track once all the other Cups have been finished. This could imply the presence of an eighth Cup and three additional tracks, bringing the total to 32.

1. [Track Name 1]
2. [Track Name 2]
3. [Track Name 3]
4. …and so on.

Acorn Heights
Airship Fortress
Boo Cinema
Bowser’s Castle
Cheep Cheep Falls
Choco Mountain
Crown City/ Crown City 2
Dandelion Depths
Desert Hills
Dino Dino Jungle
DK Pass
DK Spaceport
Dry Bones Burnout
Faraway Oasis
Great ? Block Ruins
Koopa Troopa Beach
Mario Bros. Circuit
Moo Moo Meadows
Peach Beach
Peach Stadium / Peach Stadium 2
Rainbow Road
Salty Salty Speedway
Shy Guy Bazaar
Sky-High Sundae
Starview Park
Toad’s Factory
Wario Shipyard
Wario Stadium
Whistlestop Summit

Mario Kart World Racers

In Mario Kart World, you’ll find familiar faces from past installments of the racing series, along with a few fresh characters. Here’s a rundown of the newcomers:

Mario
Luigi
Peach
Daisy
Yoshi
Toad
Wario
Waluigi
Bowser
Kooper Trooper
Rosalina
Pauline
Baby Mario
Baby Luigi
Baby Peach
Baby Daisy
Lakitu
Toadette
Bowser Jr.
Baby Rosalina
Shy Guy
Donkey Kong
Birdo
King Boo
Wiggler
Dry Bones

New Characters in Mario Kart World

Nabbit
Cow
Goomba
Coin Coffer
Hammer Bro
Conkdor
Piranha Plant
Chargin’ Chuck
Sidestepper
Cheep Cheep
Snowman
Monty Mole
Rocky Wrench
Penguin
Dolphin
Fish Bone
Stingby
Para-Biddybud
Peepa
Pokey
Cataquack
Swoop
Spike
Pianta

It’s important to mention that some hidden characters might not have been revealed yet, as they haven’t appeared in the game trailers or early play sessions thus far.

Is Mario Kart World Coming to Nintendo Switch 1?

It’s been confirmed that Mario Kart World will only be available on the new Nintendo Switch console (Nintendo Switch 2), as this updated system offers enhanced capabilities which are utilized in the game for its high-speed 24-player races, expansive open world, and improved graphics.

What’s the Release Date for Mario Kart World?

On June 5th, 2025, Mario Kart World will come out, coinciding with the launch of the Nintendo Switch 2. You can buy it individually for $79.99, or grab a deal by getting it along with Nintendo’s latest hardware for just $499.99 – that’s only $50 more than the price of the Nintendo Switch 2 alone, making it an attractive offer for those looking to save a bit extra.

What Game Modes Are There in Mario Kart World?

There are seven different game modes confirmed for Mario Kart World. These are:

Grand Prix: A collection of four races where racers will earn points based on their finishing position. The racer with the highest points at the end of the fourth race wins. The main difference comes in the fact that at the end of the race, you’ll then drive to the beginning of the next track, making it one epic endurance race.
Knockout Tour: In Knockout Tour, you’ll race between checkpoints and must be above a certain position to stay in the competition. If you fall below the required position shown at the checkpoint, you’ll be eliminated from the competition.
Time Trials: Set the fastest time possible on a track and see how you compare against the developers and other players online. Players will be given three mushrooms, which they’ll need to use at the right time to give them the biggest boost.
Vs Race: This mode allows players to go back to the traditional Mario Kart format. Up to 24 human and CPU racers can fight for pole position in three laps on a track of their choosing. The rules and CC class are both fully customizable, so players can choose exactly how they want things to play out.
Battle Mode: Mario Kart World’s Battle Mode has two different modes within it. Balloon Battles tasks players with popping their opponents’ balloons by dealing damage with the different items. The last player with a balloon (or balloons) left wins. The other mode is Coin Runners, where you’ll need to collect as many coins as possible while preventing your opponents from doing the same.
Free Roam: Players can drive around in the open world of Mario Kart World, explore the map, complete different challenges, find any secrets that might be hiding, and unlock some of the different outfits by picking up Dash Food. This can all be enjoyed either solo or with friends.
Multiplayer: Enjoy the Grand Prix, Knockout Tour, Vs Race, Battle Mode, and Free Roam game modes with friends and other players online, in local multiplayer, or split-screen.

Will Mario Kart World Get DLC?

At this point, it’s uncertain if Mario Kart World will receive any additional content through downloads. Considering the success and acclaim of Mario Kart 8’s DLC characters and levels, there’s a strong possibility that Nintendo might release extra content for the game at some point down the line. This could be new racers, tracks, vehicles, or other gameplay features; we’ll have to wait and see.

It’s possible that Nintendo could make the downloadable content (DLC) from Mario Kart 8 available again in the Mario Kart World, since characters like Link have not yet been confirmed to be part of the main game as it currently stands.

2025-05-27 18:46