It looks like Switch 2 launch game Mario Kart World will have a reverse mode for the first time.
Previous games in the series have included Mirror Mode as an unlockable extra, which flips tracks horizontally for a new challenge.
However, characters have been spotted racing in reverse in a Japan-only advert for the new game, suggesting a reverse mode will finally be included.
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The advert includes footage of characters racing around the Mario Bros. Circuit in the opposite direction, when compared to footage from Nintendo’s Treehouse Live stream (thanks NintendoSoup).
It’s unknown yet how racing in reverse will be included in the game – perhaps as a separate option following completion of 150cc – but the footage appears to show a Grand Prix race rather than Knockout Tour, judging by the UI.
Of course, with Mario Kart World being an open world game, players will be able to drive in all directions in Free Roam, so it would make sense Nintendo would make use of this for its Grand Prix.
It’s not long to wait now until we’ll be able to play Mario Kart World for ourselves. It launches alongside the Switch 2 on 5th June – that’s next week!
Last week, Nintendo shared an interview with Mario Kart World’s developers. They confirmed the game was originally in development for the original Switch, but the open world design was better suited to the new console running at 60fps.
Switch 2 consoles are reportedly already out in the hands of players, but it requires a day one update to function.