If you thought racing in Mario Kart was already chaotic, brace yourself for what might be coming next. A recent tease from Nintendo has ignited excitement in the gaming community, suggesting that the much-anticipated Mario Kart 9 could support a staggering 24 players per race.
The talks began when Nintendo released a video announcing the new Nintendo Switch 2. Our favorite plumber appeared in what seems to be his latest racing adventure. While the visuals were captivating enough, a keen-eyed Twitter user spotted something intriguing, a starting grid with what looks like room for 24 racers.
This revelation has sparked conversations across social media. One tweet from @The_Rimea caught my attention: “Judging from the starting line, Mario Kart 9(???) seems to have 24 players per race, which is insane.” If you’re familiar with the previous entries, you’ll know that Mario Kart 8 Deluxe capped races at eight players online; this potential increase would completely change how we approach races. Imagine the chaos!
Judging from the starting line, Mario Kart 9(???) seems to have 24 players per race, which is insane. pic.twitter.com/yWCKQOyepP
— Rimea (@The_Rimea) January 16, 2025
Mario Kart’s charm has always been its blend of fun and frustration. Adding more players could amplify both! Just think about dodging shells and banana peels while competing against a full grid of racers. It’s bound to create some memorable moments, or epic meltdowns.
Nintendo hasn’t spilled any beans yet regarding game specifics for the upcoming console launch later this year. All we know is that original Switch games will be playable on the new system, but don’t expect flawless compatibility across all titles. The official details are still under wraps as we await a dedicated Nintendo Direct event scheduled for April 2.
This show promises to reveal specs, pricing, and possibly even launch titles for the Switch 2. As someone who’s seen my share of Mario circuits (both winning and losing), I’m eager to see how this plays out.
