Nintendo released patch 1.4.1 for Mario Kart World in July 2025, addressing a controller reconnect bug that could halt races and occasionally erase ghost data stored under View Rankings in Time Trials. The update is intentionally small and focuses on fixing that technical issue rather than adding new content. Players who experienced Joy-Con or controller problems after reconnecting should see normal behavior now.
What Nintendo listed as fixed
- Fixed an issue where, if a player disconnects and reconnects a controller, the game may not progress as normal.
- When this issue occurs, there are times when ghost data from Time Trials will be deleted without warning from “View Rankings.“
For broader context on recent changes to Mario Kart World, readers can see earlier coverage of the game’s updates, including the 1.2.0 changes that adjusted items and gameplay. Players still seeing problems after installing 1.4.1 should verify controller firmware and console system updates and consider reconnecting controllers with the game closed before relaunching.
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Mario Kart World
Developed by Nintendo EPD, Nintendo EPD Production Group No. 9
Put the pedal to the metal in a vast interconnected environment. Race seamlessly across connected courses like never before. Participate in the new knockout tour elimination mode, where you’ll barrel through back-to-back courses and checkpoints. And in free roam, it’s possible to go off the racetrack and drive in any direction you wish, explore areas that pique your interest and take some photos at scenic spots with a group of friends.
- Genre: Racing
- Platforms: Nintendo Switch 2
- Modes: Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
- Release: 2025-06-05
- Publisher: Nintendo
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Age Rating:
PEGI 3 / CERO A / GRAC ALL / USK 0 / CLASS_IND L / ACB G / ESRB E
- IGDB Rating: 78.7/100
