Changing Update for Nintendo Switch 2
Polygon.com • • technology
Key Points:
- Nintendo released a surprise update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe adding support for the new Nintendo Switch 2, featuring clearer visuals and faster loading times.
- The update doubles split-screen multiplayer capacity on Switch 2, allowing up to eight players on a single screen using up to seven controllers, including Joy-Cons and Pro Controllers.
- A new CameraPlay feature is introduced for Switch 2, enabling players to use a USB camera during multiplayer and online games, with video and audio shared only among GameChat participants.
- Booster Course Pass owners gain access to a “96 Races” endurance challenge that spans all courses from the base game and DLC, offering an extensive new gameplay mode.
- Player speed during races has been increased slightly, encouraging players to revisit time trials, while overall performance improvements enhance the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe experience on the new hardware.
