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Prepare for the most customizable Mario Kart experience ever!

TheSwitch 2announcement video unveiled a critical detail about the newMario Kartthat could change the game forever.

Mario in Mario Kart Switch 2

Mario Kart 8 has been one of the most successful games ever created by Nintendo.

That’s a lot of banana peels.

So the question remains, how can the next iteration ofKartpossibly improve on its era-defining predecessor?

The first look at the new Mario Kart for the Switch 2.

What Else Will Be New in Mario Kart 9?

TheMario Kartseries has introduced past twists like double characters inDouble Dash!

One exciting possibility forMario Kart 9is an open-world design, where players can explore a hub-like environment between races.

Princess Peach in Mario Kart 8.

The Nintendo Switch 2 Direct will take place on April 2,with an unknown release window.

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