Mario Kart World: Fourth Wave of Nintendo Switch Online Icons Now Available

Nintendo’s Mario Kart World continues its impressive momentum on the Nintendo Switch and Nintendo Switch 2 platforms, drawing players worldwide and setting new benchmarks since its recent launch.

With the global Mario Kart fanbase enjoying the first all-new entry in nearly a decade, Nintendo shows no signs of slowing down on post-launch content and community engagement.

As the racing title surpasses the three-week milestone, the excitement remains high among both longtime Mario Kart veterans and newcomers alike.

One particularly popular feature among fans is the collection of themed profile icons available through the Nintendo Switch Online service.

On June 26, 2025, Nintendo unveiled the highly anticipated fourth wave of Mario Kart World icons, expanding the customization options for Nintendo Switch Online members. This latest set features 13 new character icons, incorporating four fresh renders of beloved characters such as Peach, Wario, Yoshi, and Koopa Troopa.

Additionally, this collection includes in-game portraits of familiar faces like Shy Guy, Chargin’ Chuck, and Nabbit.

To complement these, five new backgrounds and five new frames have also been introduced, offering players even more ways to personalize their profiles. According to Nintendo’s official guidelines, the cost for unlocking each character icon remains at 10 Platinum Points, while backgrounds and decorative frames are available for just 5 Platinum Points apiece.

Players can easily redeem these digital rewards on the Nintendo Switch eShop as part of their Nintendo Switch Online membership benefits.

This limited-time batch will be accessible until July 2, 2025, at 5 p.m.

PT, after which wave five will launch as part of the scheduled seven-wave icon rollout.

As is customary, new icon waves are introduced every Wednesday, so fans are encouraged to check back weekly to avoid missing their favorite characters. An official social post by NSO Icon Alerts confirmed, “A new wave of Mario Kart World Nintendo Switch Online icons is now available! #NintendoSwitch #NintendoSwitch2.” This consistent icon program has become an anticipated part of Nintendo’s post-launch strategy, adding further value to the Nintendo Switch Online ecosystem. Mario Kart World has already made headlines for its fresh gameplay innovations and community-driven features, with recent milestones including outstanding sales figures and significant player engagement across national and international markets.

Nintendo continues to expand its digital offerings, supporting its record-setting hardware platforms and keeping its ever-rotating game content engaging for its global audience. Nintendo Switch Online members are reminded to claim their favorite Mario Kart World icons before the current wave concludes and the next collection cycles in.

With a growing library of exclusive content, Nintendo ensures its devoted community can always find new ways to express their fandom.

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