Mario Kart is one of the many video game franchises that see Mario take a break from platforming to bring his friends, and even his enemies, for some sporting competition. The kart racing series has been going strong since the original Super Mario Kart in 1992, largely thanks to how enjoyable the games are to pick up and play for casual and hardcore gamers alike.
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Mario Kart World Has Secret Multiplayer Feature
Mario Kart World has a secret multiplayer feature that can be unlocked from the get-go, although its everyday use cases are limited.
How Mario Kart World Encourages an Old School Approach to Games
Mario Kart World may mark plenty of new beginnings for the series and Nintendo, but some of its features may help older players feel young again.
Mario Kart World’s Updates Should Take a Page Out of Super Smash Bros. Book
With Mario Kart World, less is more, but with the potential of post-launch updates, one small Super Smash Bros. feature could make a big difference.
You Can Play 2-Player Free Roam in Mario Kart World, But It’s Not Ideal
To the delight of many, 2-player split-screen Free Roam is available in Mario Kart World, but there are reasons why it wasn't advertised.
Mario Kart World Should Take the Road Less Traveled if DLC is On the Table
Mario Kart World is a huge game - and could be fine as is - but if Nintendo is looking to keep it alive with updates, it shouldn't take the easy road.
Mario Kart World: Track Tier List
All tracks in Mario Kart World have been raced on and tested to rank an appropriate tier list across 30 exciting courses.
Mario Kart World's Sticker System Proves Nintendo Can Make Do Without Achievements
Mario Kart World's sticker system turns accomplishments into style, showing Nintendo never needed a trophy system to make them more meaningful.
Mario Kart World: Best Karts to Use
Mario Kart World features 40 karts, but which of them will be the best for players to use as they race into 1st place across a variety of tracks?
How Mario Kart World Makes A Difficult Part of Racing Games Fun Again
In Mario Kart World's new era, one difficult part of the racing experience undergoes a change that does away with years of frustration.
Mario Kart World Already Has One Glaring Omission
Mario Kart World gives players a huge map to play in at their leisure, but one missing piece undercuts the wonder that it aims to deliver to fans.
Mario Kart World's Classic Track Revivals Prove It Knows Its Audience
Mario Kart World brings back a track fans haven’t seen in decades, and it’s a move that speaks directly to a specific generation of Mario Kart fans.
Mario Kart World Is the Most Nintendo a Nintendo Game Has Felt in Years
Mario Kart World quietly revives one of Nintendo's oldest design instincts, and it might be the most freeing game the company has made in years.
Mario Kart World Players Need to Think Twice Before Using a Blue Shell
The Blue Shell remains one of the most dangerous items in Mario Kart World, even if the player is using it when they are already in first place.
Mario Kart World Shows That 'Safe Bets' Can Still Be Game-Changers
Mario Kart World might look predictable at first, but its quiet innovations reveal how a “safe” launch title can still reshape an entire franchise.
Mario Kart World Continues a Decades-Long Franchise Tradition, And It Could Be for Sentimental Reasons
Mario Kart World brings back a classic element from past games, and some fans think there is an emotional reason why it keeps showing up.
How to Unlock Everything in Mario Kart World (All Karts, Characters, and Tracks)
A guide explaining how to unlock everything in Mario Kart World, including all of the secret characters, karts, and costumes.
Mario Kart World Is a Collector's Dream (or a Completionist's Nightmare)
Mario Kart World’s sprawling collectibles and hands-off design reward curiosity, but they’ll test the resolve of anyone chasing 100% completion.
What Mario Kart World’s Rewind Button Really Unlocks
Mario Kart World's Rewind button isn't for winning races but for unlocking freedom, experimentation, and the joy of trying something one more time.
Mario Kart World's New Techniques Feel Straight Out of Tony Hawk
Mario Kart World quietly blurs the line between kart racing and skatepark mastery with new Tony Hawk-esque mechanics that demand more than just speed.
Mario Kart World Has Over 200 Unique Routes, And It Takes Over 10 Hours to Do Them All
A Mario Kart World player takes over 10 hours to map out each alternate route in the Nintendo Switch 2 game, with over 200 discovered so far.