Mario Kart World Update 1.1.1 Patch Notes Out

Nintendo has rolled out a new Mario Kart World update resolving various gameplay bugs, including crashes that disrupted player sessions.

Version 1.1.1 is now live for download and will auto-install when Nintendo Switch 2 players launch the game. This marks the first major patch since the title's day-one update enabled online multiplayer two weeks ago.

Players have spent the last fourteen days uncovering Mario Kart World's hidden gems - from accessing Rainbow Road and Mirror Mode to finding numerous Nintendo references. However, some encountered stability problems that today's update specifically targets.

Version 1.1.1 resolves crashes that could occur during replay viewing or after online races.

The update also fixes DK Spaceport's notorious finish line glitch where racers could phase through barriers. Complete patch details follow.

Latest update: Version 1.1.1 (Released June 17, 2025)

Bug Fixes

• Resolved item usage becoming unavailable
• Addressed control freezing during character selection in Free Roam mode
• Fixed crashes occurring post-race during replays
• Eliminated post-online race crashes
• Corrected incorrect rating displays in Knockout Tour and Online Play
• Improved matchmaking stability for VS Race and Battle modes
• Patched DK Spaceport's finish line wall collision
• Fixed position reset errors between Airship Fortress and Bowser's Castle gliding sections

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Mario Kart World has emerged as Switch 2's breakout launch title, outpacing Breath of the Wild's Japanese sales records. The game's bovine character Cow has gained particular fan acclaim - one Japanese farmer notably praised its authentic muddy rear detailing.

With players climbing online rankings and discovering Free Roam's P-Switches, anticipation grows for potential expansions featuring new tracks, missions, or cosmetic items.

"While the open-world transition doesn't revolutionize Mario Kart's core appeal, impeccable racing mechanics, the standout Knockout Tour mode, and Nintendo's trademark polish make this a worthy successor," noted IGN's review.

Our comprehensive Mario Kart World guide covers hidden character unlocks, Kamek's upgrade system, and food item locations that permanently unlock character costumes.