Nintendo unveiled Mario Kart World, a groundbreaking entry in the Mario Kart series, set to launch alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5, 2025. ​

Key Features of Mario Kart World:

• Open-World Design: Departing from traditional track-based racing, Mario Kart World offers a vast, interconnected world where players can race through diverse environments such as grassy plains, bustling cities, expansive waters, and active volcanoes. ​
• Expanded Multiplayer: The game supports up to 24-player races, enhancing competitive play and social interaction. ​
• Innovative Gameplay Modes: New features include off-roading segments, boat racing, a free-roaming mode, rail grinding, and wall jumping, providing a fresh and dynamic racing experience.

Mario Kart World represents a significant evolution in the series, introducing an open-world design with off-road segments, boat racing, a free-roaming mode, rail grinding, and wall jumping. The game supports up to 24-player races, enhancing the competitive experience.

The Nintendo Switch 2 will launch at a price of $699.95, with a special bundle including the console and Mario Kart World available for $769.95 or you can pick the game up on it’s own for $119.95

For a first look at the gameplay, you can watch the official trailer below: