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After more than ten years, Mario Kart is making a grand return with Mario Kart World, the newest addition strategically launching alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5. Nintendo is selling this much-awaited game as part of a Nintendo Switch 2 bundle priced at $499.99. For those eager to dive into the action without the package deal, standalone pre-orders are available for $79.99, with major retailers like Walmart, Best Buy, GameStop, and Target ready to take your order. Just a heads up—GameStop opens its online pre-orders a bit later, at 11 a.m. EDT.
With Mario Kart World, fans can expect the same thrilling races filled with speedy antics and shell-throwing fun. However, this time around, there’s a fresh twist: an open-world adventure. Players can freely roam various regions, each featuring unique weather patterns and a cycle of day and night. Of course, for those who love the thrill of competition, traditional Grand Prix races are still available. Plus, a new twist in competition comes with the Knockout Tour, a battle royale-style mode that challenges racers through a sequence of courses, eliminating players at different checkpoints along the way.
