Mario Kart World, the highly anticipated addition to the Mario Kart series, has taken a surprising turn by excluding the beloved 200cc difficulty mode. This decision has sparked mixed reactions among fans eagerly awaiting the game’s release on the Nintendo Switch 2.
Producer Kosuke Yabuki recently confirmed in an interview with Rolling Stone that Mario Kart World will only offer races capped at 150cc, leaving out the high-speed chaos of the 200cc mode that players have come to love in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. While Yabuki hinted that 200cc may still have a chance of making a comeback in the future, the current absence of this feature has left many fans disappointed.
Some players argue that the omission of the 200cc mode in Mario Kart World may not necessarily be a negative aspect. They believe that the focus on the open-world aspect of the game and other new features could make up for the lack of the ultra-fast engine class. On the other hand, dedicated fans of the 200cc mode are expressing their concern and hoping for its eventual inclusion through updates or DLC.
The decision to exclude the 200cc mode in Mario Kart World raises questions about the direction of the series and how Nintendo is balancing innovation with fan expectations. As the game prepares for its launch on the Nintendo Switch 2, players will have to adapt to the new racing dynamics and see if the absence of 200cc will impact their overall experience.
Whether the absence of 200cc in Mario Kart World will be a deal-breaker for fans remains to be seen, but it has certainly added an unexpected twist to the excitement surrounding the game’s release.
References:
– Nintendo Life | Latest Updates. (Link: https://www.nintendolife.com/news/2025/06/mario-kart-world-doesnt-include-a-200cc-difficulty-mode)
– Polygon. (Link: https://www.polygon.com/nintendo-switch-2/603681/mario-kart-world-doesnt-have-200cc-and-maybe-thats-ok)
