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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe gets surprise Switch 2 update with 8-player split-screen

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Nintendo has released a surprise free update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, specifically for the Switch 2 console. This update, version 4.0.0, introduces several new features including eight-player split-screen local multiplayer and CameraPlay support, allowing players to use connected cameras for enhanced visual feedback during gameplay. Additionally, the update brings shorter loading times and improved visuals, particularly when playing in docked mode on a 4K TV. AI

RANK_REASON This is a feature update for an existing game, not a new product release or significant industry development.

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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe gets surprise Switch 2 update with 8-player split-screen

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COVERAGE [2]

  1. Engadget TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Matt Tate) ·

    Nintendo's surprise free update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Switch 2 includes eight-player split-screen

    The nine-year-old game that keeps giving.

  2. Mastodon — mastodon.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    📰 Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Has Been Updated To Version 4.0.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes A free Switch 2 update is now available.It seems Nintendo isn't done with

    📰 Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Has Been Updated To Version 4.0.0, Here Are The Full Patch Notes A free Switch 2 update is now available.It seems Nintendo isn't done with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe just yet, as today it's released a new update for the Switch title.This includes support for the Sw…

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