Nintendo has released the version 4.0.0 update tonight for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe which brings Nintendo Switch 2 improvements and more to the game.
Among the changes we have better visuals when playing on Nintendo Switch 2, shorter load times to get into races or battles faster, support for five to eight players locally via splitscreen and more.
It’s a surprise and a delight to see Nintendo still supporting this game despite the fact that Mario Kart World is available on the Nintendo Switch 2 now. You can read the full patch notes below.
Latest update: Ver. 4.0.0 (Released September 1, 2026)
Support for the Nintendo Switch 2 system
- Added support for the Nintendo Switch 2 display and high-resolution TVs, allowing for clearer visuals.
- Shortened the loading time before races and battles begin.
- Added support for 5–8 players in Multiplayer.
- You can connect up to seven Nintendo Switch controllers (Joy-Con or Nintendo Switch Pro Controllers) to the Nintendo Switch 2 system. In order to play with eight people, you need at least one Joy-Con 2 controller or a Nintendo Switch 2 Pro Controller.
- Added CameraPlay support.
- A USB camera (sold separately) is required to use CameraPlay.
- Players can turn camera ON or OFF in Multiplayer (2-4 players) and Online Play modes.
- In order to use a camera on the internet, players must participate in a GameChat session. The camera footage and microphone audio will be sent only to GameChat members.
- When the camera is ON, the player’s face is displayed during the race.
General
- Increased player speed during races by the equivalent of one coin.
- Players will not slow down while using Boo to become invisible, even when entering an offroad area.
- Players with access to the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe – Booster Course Pass will have “96 Races” added to the “VS Race” rule settings.
