US EditionMario Kart World Update Includes Welcome Improvements For Lap-Based Track Fans, and Anyone Hunting P Switches in Free Roam
Version 1.3.0 adds friend-joining in Knockout Tour, improved Free Roam map features, and fixes multiple gameplay bugs to enhance player experience, Nintendo said.
- Nintendo released the substantial update 1.3.0 for Mario Kart World on September 24, 2025, improving various gameplay elements.
- This update follows earlier criticism over the rarity of three-lap courses and collectible difficulties, which Nintendo partially reversed in July's patch.
- The patch increases lap-type course frequency in VS Race and wireless matches, reduces item box respawn times, and adds map features displaying P Switches and Peach Medallions.
- It also extends invincibility after crashes, fixes issues like players getting stuck or rank errors online, and allows joining friends in Knockout Tour and Free Roam expansions.
- The update aims to enhance player experience by addressing key complaints and making collectibles easier to locate, suggesting ongoing support for Mario Kart World amid competition from Sonic Racing CrossWorlds.
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Mario Kart World fans are very happy: Update 1.3.0 finally brings two major changes that have been long desired.
The new Mario Kart World update allows you to join friends' sessions in Knockout Tour mode and adjusts several gameplay elements. Nintendo has released update 1.3.0 for Mario Kart World for Nintendo Switch 2, which introduces the ability to join friends' sessions playing Knockout Tour mode in online matches. Additionally, the update includes gameplay adjustments and several bug fixes reported by players. In Free Roam mode, you can now play with …
On time for the release of Sonic Racing: CrossWorlds, Mario Kart World has also received a new update regarding many of the problems that have long been criticised by the community. Among other things, the route selection in multiplayer mode, fast travel points and character unlocking have been adapted. more
Mario Kart World Update 1.3.0 Patch Notes
Nintendo Insider Nintendo Insider - Nintendo Insider is your home for news, reviews and guides covering Nintendo Switch and Pokémon. Nintendo has released a software update for Mario Kart World on Nintendo Switch 2, which now sees the game… The post Mario Kart World Update 1.3.0 Patch Notes appeared first on Nintendo Insider and is written by Alex Seedhouse.
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