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Nintendo U-Turns on Mario Kart World Change That Forced More Open-World Driving, as It Increases Chance of Lap-Type Races
WORLDWIDE, JUL 30 – Nintendo rebalances Mario Kart World by weakening CPU opponents in most modes and increasing traditional lap courses in VS Race, responding to player feedback and improving gameplay.
- Recently, Nintendo released software update version 1.2.0 for Mario Kart World on Nintendo Switch 2 worldwide, nerfing enemy AI outside Battle mode.
- With the game nearly two months old, Nintendo faced backlash after nerfing the Random course selection in VS mode and adjusting the Boomerang's homing accuracy.
- The update weakened homing accuracy of the Boomerang and added a 'Mushrooms only' item rule to VS Race, while making COM players weaker outside Battle mode.
- Some fans argue the community is divided, with some demanding an unofficial 'hard' mode return and others claiming bragging rights for earning three stars before the CPU was weakened.
- Players have noted that hints of Donkey Kong Bananza-themed additions are expected soon, with rumours suggesting a bigger announcement in this month’s Nintendo Direct.
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Nintendo U-Turns on Mario Kart World Change That Forced More Open-World Driving, as It Increases Chance of Lap-Type Races
Nintendo has updated Switch 2 launch title Mario Kart World with a fresh patch that pulls a notable U-turn on a recent, controversial change. Check out update 1.2.0 patch notes here.
The big update 1.2.0 to Mario Kart World for Nintendo Switch 2 probably also has secret changes in its luggage.
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