Splatoon 3 and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe World Championships Rescheduled: Dates, Competitors, and How to Watch

Following the cancellation of Nintendo Live 2024 in Tokyo, Nintendo has officially rescheduled the highly anticipated world championships for Splatoon 3 and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.

The new event dates mark the return of in-person finals for these iconic Nintendo Switch titles, a first since 2019, and are set to captivate competitive gaming fans worldwide. The rescheduled championships are taking place in Japan, with global viewers able to tune in via livestream on the Nintendo of America YouTube channel.

The action begins with the Splatoon 3 Round Robin tournament, starting at 10pm PST on April 12th (6am BST and 7am CET on April 13th).

The finals for both games will follow a day later: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe finals are scheduled for 7pm PST on April 13th (3am BST, 4am CET on April 14th), with the Splatoon 3 finals concluding the event at 10pm PST on April 13th (6am BST, 7am CET on April 14th). This year's competitions feature elite teams and players who have earned their spots through fierce regional qualifiers.

Europe is represented by Germany's KaiZer in Splatoon 3, after a commanding victory over Golden Ratio in last year's European finals.

In the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe division, France’s Thomas secured his place in 2023 and will compete for continental honors. North America brings strong contenders as well.

Team Jackpot, known for their vibrant and unpredictable play style, will vie for victory in the Splatoon 3 tournament.

Meanwhile, Kevo, champion of the North American Mario Kart 8 Deluxe championships, is set to race against the world’s best. For fans and esports enthusiasts alike, this weekend offers a rare opportunity to witness top-tier competitive action featuring Splatoon 3 and Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on their current home platform, the Nintendo Switch.

Nintendo’s commitment to fostering global communities through these tournaments underscores the ongoing popularity and growth of its competitive gaming scene. Viewers can follow all the championship action live on the Nintendo of America YouTube channel, ensuring that fans around the globe won’t miss a moment.

With high-profile competitors and the return of live finals, the event is poised to set new milestones for Nintendo’s competitive landscape.

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