Mario Kart World Battle Courses: Full List and Retro Track Highlights on Nintendo Switch

Nintendo’s highly anticipated release, Mario Kart World for the Nintendo Switch, continues the franchise tradition by offering both exhilarating races and dynamic multiplayer battles.

As fans dive into the first playthroughs since launch, the full roster of battle courses—integral to the beloved Battle Mode—has now been officially confirmed. Mario Kart World arrives as the latest entry in the celebrated racing series, building on the legacy of its predecessors with enhanced visuals, new features, and a robust course selection.

Developer Nintendo ensures that nostalgia and novelty blend harmoniously, especially evident in the array of battle arenas available from day one. According to firsthand gameplay footage and map selection screens, Mario Kart World includes a total of eight distinct battle courses.

This lineup offers a balanced mix of returning favorites and original creations, providing a fresh yet familiar battlefield for competitive players.

Here are the confirmed battle arenas: • Mario Bros.

Circuit • Moo Moo Meadows (Wii) • Peach Stadium • Salty Salty Speedway • Chain Chomp Desert • Dino Dino Jungle (GCN) • Big Donut (N64) • DK Pass (DS) Out of these eight courses, four are faithful reimaginings inspired by retro battle and race tracks from past Mario Kart titles.

Returning arenas such as Moo Moo Meadows (originally debuting on the Wii), Dino Dino Jungle from the Nintendo GameCube era, Big Donut from the classic Nintendo 64, and DK Pass (first featured on Nintendo DS) give veteran players a nostalgic thrill while introducing these iconic environments to a new generation. The remaining four maps—Mario Bros.

Circuit, Peach Stadium, Salty Salty Speedway, and Chain Chomp Desert—are new additions debuting with Mario Kart World.

These courses showcase creative arena layouts and innovative design touches, expanding the competitive possibilities for both casual and veteran racers.

Nintendo has once again demonstrated its expertise in balancing fan service with fresh content to keep the experience engaging. Mario Kart World is available now on the Nintendo Switch, with comprehensive support for online play and local multiplayer via Joy-Con controllers.

For those eager to master each battle arena, visit our full Mario Kart World course guide to find in-depth strategies and secrets for every course. With a combination of retro favorites and inventive newcomers, the confirmed battle course roster sets a high standard for multiplayer fun on Nintendo Switch.

Share your experiences and favorite courses in the comments below, and stay tuned for further coverage as the community continues to explore every corner of Mario Kart World.

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