Nintendo reveals new gameplay features at Mario Kart World Direct

April 17, 2025, 9:20 am

Nintendo held a direct presentation focused on Mario Kart World, where it unveiled an array of new characters, courses, gameplay items, and open‑world features. The event provided an in‑depth look at the title’s innovative mechanics as part of the broader Switch 2 ecosystem rollout. The detailed footage and announcements are intended to steer public perception in a positive direction, emphasizing the game’s dynamic enhancements and playability, while further building anticipation for the franchise's future releases.

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