Mario Kart 8 Deluxe gets a surprise Switch 2 update, bringing eight-player split-screen to the evergreen racing game
Nintendo has released a surprise update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on the Switch 2, enabling eight-player local split-screen gaming. The patch also includes graphical enhancements and minor gameplay adjustments to improve the overall experience on the new hardware.
Why it matters
This update highlights the transition of popular legacy titles to new hardware and the evolving capabilities of modern gaming consoles.
Nintendo last night added Mario Kart 8 Deluxe to the list of games that now enjoy free Switch 2 updates. The surprise patch includes improved image quality and faster loading times when playing Mario Kart 8 on Switch 2 consoles, alongside support for GameShare and CameraPlay - meaning you can watch your soon-to-be ex-friends shout expletives as you spam them with red shells, as long as you're playing with two-to-four players.
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