Does Mario Kart World work on the original Switch?

No. It is built exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 and will not run on the original Switch or Switch OLED.

How many players can race at once?

Up to 24 drivers in a race, including online sessions with up to 23 other players. Offline play supports only 1 player.

Do I need Nintendo Switch Online to play online?

Yes. Online racing and GameChat require internet, a Nintendo Account and a Nintendo Switch Online membership, sold separately.

What is Knockout Tour?

A 24-driver elimination mode where racers are removed checkpoint by checkpoint until one remains.

Is this a physical cartridge?

Yes, this is the physical edition of the game.

Is Mario Kart World worth it?

For Switch 2 owners who want the console's main party racer, yes: the linked world, 24-driver races and Knockout Tour are a clear step beyond Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. If you mostly play local split-screen, its one-player offline limit is a real drawback.

Where is the Mario Kart World cheapest?

At eBay, for $70.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Mario Kart World?

Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 1,325 ratings.

Where can I buy the Mario Kart World?

9 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, eBay, Newegg, GameStop, Verizon.

Nintendo

Mario Kart World

Best price now

$70.00at eBayObserved Nov 8, 2026, 1:37 PM

Compared across 9 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when. Store links may earn us a commission.

Visit eBay

What reviewers say

4.6 / 51,325 ratings

Owners rate it highly, with 4.6 out of 5 from 1,325 ratings. Most praise the connected world and the 24-driver races as a fresh take on Mario Kart, while some miss the tighter, more focused track design of earlier games.

What people mention

World designPraisedPlayers like racing from one course into the next across a single connected map.
Knockout TourPraisedThe 24-driver elimination mode is called a standout addition.
Track layoutMixedSome find the open, linked courses less tight and technical than classic Mario Kart circuits.
Offline playCriticisedOwners note only one player can race offline, so there is no split-screen.
Online accessMixedOnline racing and GameChat work well but require a Switch Online membership.

About the Mario Kart World

The whole world is your racetrack in this physical Mario Kart racing game, built exclusively for the Nintendo Switch 2 system. Instead of isolated tracks, the courses are all linked together in one seamless world, so you can race from one course to the next along interconnected paths that stretch across the map. Traverse mountains, forests, cities, and more, with shifting weather patterns and a day/night cycle that keep each run feeling fresh. Along the way you can ride on rails, jump off walls, and skim across water as you race toward the finish line. When you want a break from the competition, Free Roam lets you explore courses at your own pace and wander the world to discover fun surprises. For head-to-head play, Knockout Tour is a fierce 24-driver elimination mode where racers are steadily eliminated checkpoint by checkpoint until only one remains, while a classic Grand Prix supports up to 24 drivers for tight competition. You can also race online across modes with up to 23 other players and talk with friends using GameChat as you race or roam together. Internet, Nintendo Switch Online membership (sold separately), and a Nintendo Account are required for online features, including GameChat; these features are not available in all countries, and terms and GameChat requirements apply (support.nintendo.com).