Start your engines—and maybe grab a USB camera while you’re at it—because Mario Kart World just got a massive pre-launch update! That’s right, just ahead of its official release alongside the Nintendo Switch 2 on June 5, Nintendo quietly dropped Update 1.1.0, giving early players a whole bunch of new features to tinker with.
Some lucky fans who got their hands on the Switch 2 and copies of Mario Kart World early were quick to notice the update, and it’s a juicy one. This “Day 0” patch brings camera support, LAN and online play, and several tweaks to the brand-new Free Roam mode that sets this entry apart from past titles in the iconic kart racer franchise.
Here’s a quick rundown of what’s packed into Update 1.1.0:
🔧 Mario Kart World 1.1.0 Patch Highlights:
- Camera Play Support:
Got a USB camera? Plug it in! Now you can show off your race face during the action. Toggle it on or off in “Everyone” or “Internet” modes, and your face will pop up during the race like a true champion. - Online Multiplayer Is Here:
Yes, finally! “On the Internet” play is officially enabled, so you can race your friends (or total strangers) worldwide. - LAN Play Added:
Wanna keep it old-school with a local connection? LAN Play is now an option. Just press the L stick + L + R on the title screen to swap from “Local Communication” to LAN mode. - Time Attack Gets Ghosts:
Ghost uploads and downloads are now a thing, so you can finally challenge your past self or flex your speedruns. - Free Roam Improvements:
Player icons now appear on the map, making it easier to spot nearby racers while cruising around. - More Characters Right From the Start:
The roster just got bigger! More characters are available earlier in the game. - Multiplayer Smoother Than Ever:
If you’re playing in “Everyone” mode with three or more people, things will now run more smoothly. - Bye-Bye Course Timer:
No more stress-picking a track! The time limit for course selection is gone in Local and LAN play. - Version Number Displayed:
You’ll now see your game version right on the title screen (because patch pride is real).
While some fans were caught off guard by a pre-launch patch, most are giving Nintendo props for making sure the game’s launch goes off without a hitch. With Mario Kart World shaping up to be a major evolution of the series—thanks to fresh modes, expanded character options, and real-time camera play—it’s clear Nintendo’s aiming to make this entry one of the most exciting yet.
Now all that’s left is to wait a few more hours and hit the track. Whether you’re all about tight drifts, perfect laps, or just wanna show off your face mid-race, Mario Kart World is ready to roll—and now, it’s even better than we expected.
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