Nintendo has rolled out a significant new update for Mario Kart World, bringing the popular Nintendo Switch racing title to Version 1.4.0 as of December 2, 2025.
This latest patch delivers a suite of fresh features, quality-of-life enhancements, and important bug fixes, reaffirming Nintendo’s dedication to ongoing support for one of the Switch’s standout multiplayer experiences. For the uninitiated, Mario Kart World has become a staple among Nintendo Switch owners, lauded for its dynamic tracks, competitive online play, and an ever-evolving platform anchored by frequent content updates.
Since its launch, the game has cultivated a robust player base thanks to its entertaining gameplay and regular support from Nintendo. Version 1.4.0 introduces the highly requested "Custom Items" functionality, a feature that lets players configure which power-ups appear in races.
This customization is available across multiple game modes, including VS Race, Balloon Battle, Coin Runners, and Room modes—whether online or via local wireless play.
Adjusting item frequency and availability provides players greater control over their racing strategies, making matches more tailored and competitive. Another notable enhancement centers around the game's acclaimed soundtrack.
Players have long noted that the in-race music was subdued by comparison to sound effects.
Responding to community feedback, Nintendo has added a dedicated "Music Volume" slider to the settings menu.
This handy addition empowers players to adjust the music and enjoy Mario Kart World’s vibrant tracks without compromise.
Additionally, the pause menu now displays the name and source of the currently playing music track, helping fans better appreciate the game’s musical identity. Social and multiplayer improvements are also at the forefront of this update.
Players gathering in an online "Room" can now compete together in Race, Knockout Tour, and Battle modes, with up to four participants joining each session.
Nintendo has also streamlined friend connectivity, allowing users to jump into ongoing Knockout Tour matches with friends online, even in two-player (2p) mode. Game navigation and user experience receive attention in Version 1.4.0 as well.
Players can now restart or move directly to the next race straight from the pause menu in single-player VS Race, and a new Photo Mode is accessible during Time Trial ghost races.
Various tracks—spanning from Koopa Troopa Beach to Peach Stadium and other fan-favorites—have seen layout tweaks for smoother and more competitive gameplay. Beyond new features, this update tackles a lengthy list of bug fixes, directly addressing issues such as improper dash timing after charge jumps, various terrain clipping incidents, character and vehicle display errors, and unwanted communication disruptions during online play.
Nintendo states that these fixes, along with several other minor adjustments, aim to elevate the overall Mario Kart World experience for both casual racers and competitive players alike. Mario Kart World continues to be a mainstay on the Nintendo eShop, reflecting Nintendo’s commitment to evolving its flagship racing franchise on the Nintendo Switch.
With each update, including the feature-rich Version 1.4.0, Nintendo sets a high standard for post-launch support, transparency, and fan engagement.
For a full breakdown of the latest patch notes, users can visit the official Mario Kart World page on the Nintendo website or access the detailed changelog directly within the game. As Nintendo enhances Mario Kart World through these substantial updates, the game’s lasting popularity on the Nintendo Switch shows no signs of slowing down.
This latest patch delivers a suite of fresh features, quality-of-life enhancements, and important bug fixes, reaffirming Nintendo’s dedication to ongoing support for one of the Switch’s standout multiplayer experiences. For the uninitiated, Mario Kart World has become a staple among Nintendo Switch owners, lauded for its dynamic tracks, competitive online play, and an ever-evolving platform anchored by frequent content updates.
Since its launch, the game has cultivated a robust player base thanks to its entertaining gameplay and regular support from Nintendo. Version 1.4.0 introduces the highly requested "Custom Items" functionality, a feature that lets players configure which power-ups appear in races.
This customization is available across multiple game modes, including VS Race, Balloon Battle, Coin Runners, and Room modes—whether online or via local wireless play.
Adjusting item frequency and availability provides players greater control over their racing strategies, making matches more tailored and competitive. Another notable enhancement centers around the game's acclaimed soundtrack.
Players have long noted that the in-race music was subdued by comparison to sound effects.
Responding to community feedback, Nintendo has added a dedicated "Music Volume" slider to the settings menu.
This handy addition empowers players to adjust the music and enjoy Mario Kart World’s vibrant tracks without compromise.
Additionally, the pause menu now displays the name and source of the currently playing music track, helping fans better appreciate the game’s musical identity. Social and multiplayer improvements are also at the forefront of this update.
Players gathering in an online "Room" can now compete together in Race, Knockout Tour, and Battle modes, with up to four participants joining each session.
Nintendo has also streamlined friend connectivity, allowing users to jump into ongoing Knockout Tour matches with friends online, even in two-player (2p) mode. Game navigation and user experience receive attention in Version 1.4.0 as well.
Players can now restart or move directly to the next race straight from the pause menu in single-player VS Race, and a new Photo Mode is accessible during Time Trial ghost races.
Various tracks—spanning from Koopa Troopa Beach to Peach Stadium and other fan-favorites—have seen layout tweaks for smoother and more competitive gameplay. Beyond new features, this update tackles a lengthy list of bug fixes, directly addressing issues such as improper dash timing after charge jumps, various terrain clipping incidents, character and vehicle display errors, and unwanted communication disruptions during online play.
Nintendo states that these fixes, along with several other minor adjustments, aim to elevate the overall Mario Kart World experience for both casual racers and competitive players alike. Mario Kart World continues to be a mainstay on the Nintendo eShop, reflecting Nintendo’s commitment to evolving its flagship racing franchise on the Nintendo Switch.
With each update, including the feature-rich Version 1.4.0, Nintendo sets a high standard for post-launch support, transparency, and fan engagement.
For a full breakdown of the latest patch notes, users can visit the official Mario Kart World page on the Nintendo website or access the detailed changelog directly within the game. As Nintendo enhances Mario Kart World through these substantial updates, the game’s lasting popularity on the Nintendo Switch shows no signs of slowing down.
