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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Switch 2 Receives Free Update with Eight-Player Split-Screen
Key points
- Adds eight-player local split-screen multiplayer.
- Introduces CameraPlay support for local and online play.
- Reduces loading times and enhances docked mode visuals.
- Update targets Switch 2 players for the nine-year-old game.
New Multiplayer and Camera Features
Nintendo has rolled out a free update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, specifically for players on the Switch 2 console. This update introduces support for up to eight players in local split-screen multiplayer, requiring sufficient controllers. Original Switch controllers are compatible with this feature.
Additionally, the update adds CameraPlay support. Players with an official Switch 2 camera or a compatible USB-C camera can now view other players' reactions during local gameplay. CameraPlay functionality is also available online through GameChat, mirroring a feature found in Mario Kart World.
Performance and Visual Enhancements
The update also brings performance improvements to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on the Switch 2. Loading times have been shortened, and the game now offers enhanced visuals when played in docked mode. These visual improvements are designed for 4K TVs, leveraging the Switch 2's improved output capabilities. While Mario Kart 8 Deluxe previously supported 1080p in handheld mode via 'Handheld Mode Boost', the update likely enables native 1080p output.
Context Amidst Newer Titles
This update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe comes after the launch of Mario Kart World on the Switch 2 last year. Nintendo has been incrementally improving Mario Kart World through updates, but many players had anticipated news regarding DLC for the newer title, given the extensive track additions to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe over the years. The decision to update an older title with significant features rather than solely focusing on the newer release is unexpected.
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Nintendo released a free update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on the Switch 2, adding eight-player local split-screen multiplayer and CameraPlay support. The update also includes shorter loading times and enhanced visuals for docked mode on 4K TVs, extending the game's features despite the release of Mario Kart World.