A new Nintendo Direct presentation focused on Mario Kart World is scheduled for April 17, 2025, at 6 AM PT (9 AM ET). This event is set to run approximately 15 minutes and will be streamed live on YouTube.
What to Expect
The Direct is anticipated to reveal more details about the game, which was showcased in previous Nintendo Treehouse livestreams, where viewers saw extended footage, including the newly introduced Knockout Tour and Grand Prix modes. The game will also feature a GameChat functionality, in-game achievements, and an interesting nod to previous installments with the anticipated return of the franchise’s most iconic track.
Listeners can expect insights into additional race tracks and playable characters, with rumors suggesting that there may be up to 84 characters, including costume variants. The game also introduces a Free Roam mode, and the presentation may delve deeper into the activities that players can engage in during this mode.
Mario Kart World is set to launch on June 5, 2025, coinciding with the release of the Switch 2. The game will be priced at $80, a figure that has raised eyebrows within the community. However, Nintendo has defended this pricing, asserting that the upcoming Direct will clarify its value.
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