Nintendo has shared a myriad of details regarding the long-awaited Mario Kart World, which has been in development for eight years. Initially designed for the original Switch, the game encountered performance challenges that were only resolved with the advent of the Switch 2, offering new hope for its successful launch. Nintendo clarified that the new title is not called Mario Kart 9 as they aim to take the series to the next level, focusing on accessibility and pushing the boundaries of the racing genre. Key features of Mario Kart World include an open-world design, a diverse character roster influenced by a whimsical sketch, and it’s being positioned as a flagship launch title for the Switch 2. Fans are eagerly discussing the graphics, the character roster, and the gameplay mechanics, as anticipation builds for its release.