Mario Kart World 1.1.1 update patch now live for Nintendo Switch 2, fixes online bugs and gameplay crashes
Nintendo has released the first post-launch patch for Mario Kart World on the Switch 2. The 1.1.1 update fixes key gameplay bugs, online crashes, and map glitches that were frustrating players. You¡¯ll need to download it to race online again, but this patch makes the whole experience run much smoother.
Mario Kart World just got its first major update since launching on Switch 2, and it¡¯s an important one. Version 1.1.1 brings a bunch of bug fixes to make the game feel more stable. If you¡¯ve been hit with crashes during online play, annoying item glitches, or map bugs, this patch should help.
The update went live on June 17 and is required for anyone who wants to continue playing online. Thankfully, it¡¯s easy to install. Just connect your Switch 2 to the internet, hover over Mario Kart World, press the + button, then go to Software Update.
Let¡¯s take a look at everything Nintendo has fixed.
Mario Kart World 1.1.1 patch notes
- Fixed an issue where items would not work properly during races
- Fixed a problem that made the controls stop working when choosing a character in Free Roam
- Fixed a bug that caused the game to crash after a race replay
- Fixed crashes happening after online races
- Fixed incorrect rate changes in Knockout Tour and Online Play
- Fixed frequent communication errors when joining friends in VS Race or Battle
- Fixed a wall glitch at the end of DK Spaceport
- Fixed a bug where players wouldn¡¯t respawn correctly after falling between Airship Fortress and Bowser¡¯s Castle while gliding
Why this patch matters for competitive players
Mario Kart World update 1.1.1 (Released June 17, 2025)
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- Fixed an issue where items were no longer able to be used.
- Fixed an issue where sometimes controls were inoperable when selecting a character and trying to start Free Roam from the ¡°Free Roam¡± map.
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This patch is especially helpful for players competing online or aiming for high scores in Knockout Tour. Crashes, item bugs, and strange respawn errors could really hurt a player's rhythm or cost a race. Fixing these issues means fewer unfair losses and a much smoother experience in all game modes.
So whether you¡¯re playing casually with friends or chasing top finishes online, downloading this update is a must. Nintendo has made it clear they¡¯re ready to support Mario Kart World long-term, and this patch is a good sign of that.