Mario Kart Global Tour (Nintendo Switch 2)

Alright, so, imagine this: you’ve just got your hands on the latest Nintendo Switch 2, and like everyone else, you’re diving headfirst into Mario Kart World. Now, I mean, we’re talking weeks filled with zooming around this sprawling open map. Are your engines still roaring or have you already hit the brakes? Let’s peek under the hood ’cause the honeymoon phase is over, folks.

Okay, so, this is the first new Mario Kart game we’ve seen in, what, a decade? They’ve really got to dial it up. We’ve got 24 racers, not too shabby! And the tracks? Wide open! No more getting smacked by shells from ten races back—hallelujah.

You can race solo (which is my style, not gonna lie), or throw down online. Playing online with some buddies? Absolute blast. Won a couple races—miracle—and with the game chat, it’s like being in a room full of wild racers. The customization options are neat too. But yeah, getting those practice laps in solo is probably where you’ll start, just saying.

Grand Prix, Time Trials—old buddies, right? And then there’s this Knockout Tour; don’t blink, or you’ll find yourself bumped out. Real talk, it gets intense, and people seem to love it. Oh, and the Smart Steering—what’s up with that default setting? Strange, but whatever.

Now, speaking of battles—yeah, not much happening there right now. Balloon Battle, Coin Runners—it’s like they forgot this mode. Some folks are grumbling about the tracks too, they feel different. Really, it’s giving me flashbacks to the Wii U days.

So, there’s a tiny map icon. Found it? I didn’t, not right away. It opens up these huge regions, but Nintendo seems more into the Knockout Tours with this one.

Free Roam—you’d think it’s a chill mode, right? Cruising for coins and costumes at sunset is surprisingly calming. Makes me wanna jump out and wander around on foot. But don’t get too comfy; those P Switches are here to test you. They’re sneaky tough, and some new techniques have been thrown in. But the whole thing, it feels a bit… unfinished? Yeah.

Alright, what could they add? Better mission tracking would be cool. And yeah, the costume situation—too many options make my head spin. How about doing more with stickers? They’re just, meh.

Wider updates? Bring ’em on. Classic track races with P Switch missions—yes please. And the soundtrack? Absolutely killer, but imagine if you could shuffle the tunes while you drive? Just a wild thought.

Tracks in this game—so mixed feelings here. Connected tracks make it feel like a “World” (points for that), but they kinda blur together. Especially the revamped oldies.

New tracks versus old—yeah old ones are nice and shiny, but half of what’s here is recycled. Give me something fresh, please! Though, DK Spaceport—that one’s a winner. But hey, gotta unlock DK first! The madness never ends.

Die-hard fans? They’ll have a field day with the new stuff. Big-shout-out to racing as a cow. Newbies might find this game defines their gaming era. Can’t wait to see where it goes next.

Now, post-honeymoon take? Mario Kart World stands out—looks and sounds amazing on that shiny Switch 2. Worth the Bundle price for sure, but solo at $79.99, it’s missing a bit. DLC could breathe new life into it though. Overall, this is one finish line you’ll want to cross with a grin.