Mario Kart Happy Meal Toys Arrive at McDonald's Australia in New Nintendo Collaboration

McDonald's Australia has officially launched a new line of exclusive Mario Kart Happy Meal toys as of September 5, 2024, celebrating a fresh partnership with Nintendo.

Building on Nintendo's ongoing efforts to broaden the reach of its iconic franchises, this limited-time crossover brings a new wave of Mario-themed collectibles to Australian fans and families. The latest collection stands out for its detailed plastic karts, which feature ten beloved Mario Kart racers.

Character favorites such as Mario, Luigi, Donkey Kong, Toad, Toadette, Bowser, Peach, and Yoshi are represented, with the inclusion of rarer figures like Gold Mario and Rose Gold Peach.

Unlike collaborations seen in some other regions—including previous years’ cardboard Mario Movie toys in Europe—this Australian lineup focuses exclusively on karts, omitting the bikes which were part of recent North American promotions. Happy Meal purchasers will also receive Mario-themed stickers, adding another collectible element for fans young and old.

In an engaging move, McDonald's Australia has demonstrated via its social media channels, including its official @mcdonaldsau Instagram account, how the specially designed Happy Meal boxes can double as miniature garages for the new toys. Distribution of the Mario Kart Happy Meal toys may vary by location, with reports indicating a gradual rollout across Australian McDonald's branches.

Customers are encouraged to check with their local restaurant for stock availability, as some locations may receive the promotion at different times.

At launch, each Happy Meal purchase gives customers a random Mario Kart figure, following the traditional Happy Meal collectible format. Mario Kart, a flagship racing series for Nintendo and a staple on platforms such as the Nintendo Switch, continues to enjoy enduring popularity.

Since its debut in 1992, the franchise has sold over 165 million copies worldwide, with "Mario Kart 8 Deluxe" leading the charge as the highest-selling title on the Nintendo Switch.

Collaborations like this not only reinforce Mario’s dominant position in family entertainment but also offer fans new ways to engage with their favorite characters outside of gaming. While there is currently no confirmed news about the toys expanding to other regions, the Mario Kart Happy Meal toys represent yet another successful co-branding effort between Nintendo and global fast-food chains.

Fans seeking high-end Mario Kart merchandise can look forward to the much-anticipated Mario Kart LEGO sets, scheduled to launch worldwide in 2025. As Nintendo continues to innovate through strategic partnerships and memorable promotions, this collaboration further cements the appeal of its flagship series.

For a limited time, Australian fans can enjoy bringing Mario Kart magic from the racetrack directly to their Happy Meals.

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