Mario Kart World’s Final Nintendo Switch Online Icon Wave Released Ahead of Donkey Kong Bananza Launch

With just a month and a half since its launch, Mario Kart World has rapidly established itself as a standout title in the Nintendo Switch 2 library.

Developed and published by Nintendo, Mario Kart World has been a dominant force on the new hardware, drawing in dedicated fans and newcomers alike with its fresh tracks, expanded character roster, and innovative multiplayer features.

However, attention is now being shared as Donkey Kong Bananza makes its long-anticipated debut on the Nintendo Switch 2 this week, ushering in a new era of platforming adventure. To coincide with Donkey Kong Bananza’s release, Nintendo has rolled out the final wave of Mario Kart World-themed icons for Nintendo Switch Online subscribers.

This last collection marks the culmination of months of icon updates, giving fans one final opportunity to personalize their profiles with all-new visuals celebrating the latest entry in the Mario Kart series. The latest icon wave includes 14 new character icons and seven unique backgrounds.

New renders of staple characters such as Mario, Peach, and Yoshi are featured prominently, alongside the addition of NPC favorites like Cow, Pianta, and Coin Coffer, completing the character selection for Mario Kart World enthusiasts.

Nintendo officially confirmed that these icons are available exclusively until July 23rd, 2025, at 4:59 p.m.

(local time).

After this deadline, the current batch will be vaulted indefinitely, meaning fans will need to act promptly to secure their favorite designs. According to Nintendo’s statement on social media, this wave represents the final release of Mario Kart World icons for the Switch Online service.

While the possibility exists for reruns in the future, past patterns indicate that it may be quite some time before these particular assets become available again.

As such, subscribers are encouraged to browse the full selection through the Nintendo Switch Online app and claim any icons and backgrounds that catch their eye before the offering is rotated out. Both Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza highlight Nintendo’s commitment to supporting the Nintendo Switch 2 with engaging first-party content and meaningful community features, such as these limited-time icons.

For players looking to further customize their Nintendo Switch Online profiles, this final Mario Kart World icon wave is an essential, time-sensitive collection.

Be sure to claim your favorites before July 23rd, as once they’re gone, it could be a long wait for their return. Stay tuned to eShop updates and the official Nintendo Direct feeds for the latest on digital releases, community events, and profile customizations for all your favorite Nintendo Switch 2 games.

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