The latest update for Mario Kart World was released on July 29, 2025, with Version 1.2.0. This substantial update introduced several gameplay adjustments and addressed numerous technical issues to enhance the overall racing experience.
🛠️ Key Features in Version 1.2.0
🏁 New Racing Options
- VS Race Enhancements:
- Added a “No COM” option to disable computer-controlled racers in single-player VS Races.
- Introduced a “Mushrooms Only” item rule for both single-player and multiplayer VS Races.Reddit
🎮 Gameplay Improvements
- Time Trials:
- Players can now choose to “View Replay” after downloading ghost data.
- Online Play:
- Enabled spectators to select specific players to watch during “Knockout Tour” and “Balloon Battle” modes.
- Free Roam:
- Fixed multiple control and item-related issues, including problems with quitting missions and interacting with map elements.Reddit+2Nintendo Support+2Nintendo Support
🛣️ Track-Specific Fixes
- Addressed various track-related issues, such as vehicles floating in the air after jumping off half-pipes, players falling off the course during gliding, and incorrect item behaviors.
- Corrected visual and collision problems on tracks like “Whistlestop Summit,” “Choco Mountain,” “Bowser’s Castle,” and “Wario Shipyard.”Nintendo Support+2Reddit+2
For a detailed list of all fixes and improvements, you can refer to the official patch notes on the Nintendo Support website.Nintendo Support
🎮 Mario Kart World on Nintendo Switch 2
In addition to the mobile version, Mario Kart World is also available on the Nintendo Switch 2. The game is featured in Nintendo’s summer tour events, allowing players to experience the game firsthand on the new console. For instance, the city of Vigo in Spain is hosting a Nintendo event from August 23 to 25, 2025, where attendees can play Mario Kart World along with other titles like Donkey Kong Bananza and Street Fighter VI.
