Mario Kart World launches with Switch 2
Game · 2025
Mario Kart World sold 782,566 copies through Japan’s retail channel in four days.
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Trace the originNintendo launched Mario Kart World alongside Switch 2 and bundled it with the console. Players shared Cow character posts. Nintendo reported 5.63 million units through June.
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April 2025
PC Gamer precursor · Apr 4 ’25
PC Gamer reported criticism of the announced $80 price.[1]
Nintendo precursor · Apr 17 ’25
Nintendo detailed the connected world, 24 racers and console bundle.[2]
Nintendo precursor · Apr 18 ’25
Nintendo confirmed a $79.99 game price and $499.99 console bundle.[3]
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- Japan launch retail sales, including bundles“opening at 782,566 retail copies sold”782.6K[9]
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