Nintendo has released a software update for Mario Kart World on Nintendo Switch 2, which now sees the game on version 1.6.0.

Since the dawn of time — or 1992, I suppose — Mario Kart has been the quintessential kart racer. Whether we’re talking a college dorm party or a family game night, when someone grabs a set of Joy-Cons ...

There’s a reason Nintendo keeps coming back to Mario Kart. The racing games are just plain fun, and each iteration adds something new while bringing back beloved characters and mechanics. Mario Kart ...

The world of kart racers is colorful and silly, with a variety of beloved franchises having their own spin on the game format. Two of the biggest titles right now are Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds and ...

When it comes to mainstream gaming appeal, it’s hard to beat Mario Kart. Break out some controllers at a party and you’ll likely get a grid full of eager racers. The game’s seamless way of balancing ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about video games, technology and pop culture. I’ve put around 30 hours into Mario Kart World and it’s the most ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about video games, technology and pop culture. World reads as a blueprint for a more expansive experience, and I have ...

The latest Mario Kart World update increases “the frequency of lap-type courses” that appear during online races. The change seems to address concerns over Nintendo’s decision to nerf the “random” ...

Mario Kart 7 is rarely talked about anymore, which is strange because it added a lot to the franchise. This was the first widely online entry, plus it let us glide for the first time. I suspect the ...

It seemingly has become a requirement for every Mario Kart game to include courses from previous entries, and each iteration of the popular racing series has taken a distinct approach. Returning ...

A little bit of Mario Kart trivia for you — what is the one Nintendo track you can't play anywhere but the series' smartphone spin-off Mario Kart Tour? The answer is Piranha Plant Pipeline, a fun, ...