Recording summary · June 2025
Why I HATE Mario Kart World on Switch 2
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Overview
Mario Kart World on the Switch 2 introduces competitive racing, upgraded textures, open world roaming, and an elimination survival mode, but long online matchmaking wait times, bland presentation, and sluggish drifting hinder the experience.
Priced at eighty dollars, Mario Kart World struggles to justify its cost because of gameplay frustrations and strong similarities to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, though it serves as the main dedicated new title for the Switch 2.
Deciding to purchase a Switch 2 prompts obtaining its games, though questions remain surrounding the reasoning behind getting the hardware.
Themes
Open world free roaming functions as a pre-match lobby but remains dull, empty, and devoid of visible waiting players, dynamic events, or compelling quests.
Online matchmaking requires eight to ten minutes in lobby waiting before races begin.
Drifting features an added animation and delay involving hopping on two wheels, making the handling feel unresponsive on wide corners.
The survival mode eliminates trailing racers from a field of over twenty, but leading drivers often face overwhelming projectile attacks near checkpoints.
Beyond larger fireballs, rail grinding, and extra jump trick directions, core mechanics and items duplicate Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Uncertainties & gaps
It is unverified whether Mario Kart World contains any entirely new power-up items.
The exact official name of the tour elimination or survival mode remains unconfirmed.
The specific reason for buying a Switch 2 remains an open question.