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Mario Kart World

Mario Kart World, a Nintendo Switch 2 launch title, continues to expand its presence through merchandise and music. A Uniqlo UT collection launches August 10, and Nintendo Music has added tracks from the game's Free Run mode.

Synthesized from 4 Yomimono stories · updated Aug 15

Mario Kart World launched in 2025 as a Nintendo Switch 2 launch title. Since then, Nintendo has extended the game's reach through its music streaming service and retail merchandise.

On June 2, 2026, Nintendo Music added tracks from Mario Kart World, including "Main Theme," "Mario Bros. Circuit," and "Rainbow Road (Finale)." A browser version of the service also launched that day, expanding access beyond the iOS and Android apps to PCs and tablets. On July 14, Nintendo added 13 more tracks from the game's Free Run mode, drawing from Super Mario Maker, New Super Mario Bros. U, New Super Mario Bros. Wii, New Super Mario Bros., and Mario Paint.

Retail merchandise followed. The Nintendo Museum in Uji City, Kyoto, began selling Switch 2 merchandise at its Bonus Stage shop on July 15, including game software package stickers for Mario Kart World. Uniqlo announced a UT collection based on the game, launching August 10 with men's T-shirts, kids' T-shirts, and kids' sweatshirts, each with four designs.

Key facts

Launch title
Mario Kart World launched in 2025 as a Nintendo Switch 2 launch title.
Music added June 2
Tracks including "Main Theme," "Mario Bros. Circuit," and "Rainbow Road (Finale)" began streaming on Nintendo Music on June 2, 2026.
Free Run tracks added July 14
13 tracks from the Free Run mode were added to Nintendo Music on July 14, 2026.
Museum merchandise
The Nintendo Museum began selling Switch 2 merchandise, including Mario Kart World game software package stickers, on July 15, 2026.
Uniqlo UT collection
Uniqlo's first UT collection based on Mario Kart World launches August 10, 2026.

Timeline

Synthesized by Yomimono from the cited Yomimono stories below, each itself sourced, then editorially reviewed. Every fact links the story it came from.

Facts

Release
game · 2026-08-10 · 2026-08-09
Release
music_video · 2026-06-02 · global · 2026-06-02
Noted
game software package stickers for Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza · 2026-07-14

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  • Confirmed Nintendo produces Mario Kart World Jun 18 · source
  • Confirmed music_video 2026-06-02 global Jun 14 · source

All coverage

Aug 9

Uniqlo UT Mario Kart World Collection Launches August 10

Uniqlo is releasing its first UT collection based on Mario Kart World, the Nintendo Switch 2 racing game, starting August 10. The lineup includes men's T-shirts, kids' T-shirts, and kids' sweatshirts, each with four designs. Prices start at 990 yen for kids' T-shirts, with men's T-shirts and kids' sweatshirts priced at 1,990 yen.

Jul 14

Nintendo Museum to Sell Switch 2 Merchandise Starting July 15

Nintendo announced on July 14 that the Nintendo Museum in Uji City, Kyoto, will begin selling Nintendo Switch 2 merchandise at its Bonus Stage shop from July 15. Items include T-shirts, mugs, a ballpoint pen, a ring notebook, a pin set, and game software package stickers for Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza. The museum, which focuses on Nintendo's history, will now carry current-generation console merchandise.

Jul 14

Nintendo Music Adds 13 Free Run Tracks from Mario Kart World

Nintendo added 13 new tracks from the Free Run mode of Mario Kart World to its Nintendo Music streaming service on July 14. The tracks draw from Super Mario Maker, New Super Mario Bros. U, New Super Mario Bros. Wii, New Super Mario Bros., and Mario Paint. Mario Kart World launched in 2025 as a Nintendo Switch 2 launch title. Nintendo Music is available to Nintendo Switch Online subscribers on iOS, Android, and web.

Jun 2

Nintendo Music Browser Version Launches on PC and Tablet

Nintendo released a browser version of its Nintendo Music streaming service on June 2, 2026, expanding access beyond the existing iOS and Android app. The web version requires no installation and works on PCs and tablets after logging into a Nintendo Account. It displays available titles and playlists on a larger screen. The update also adds support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, enabling in-car listening with voice input for hands-free control. A new "Recommended Mix" playlist feature, available in the app version, automatically curates songs daily based on listening history and played games. On the same day, music from the Nintendo Switch 2 launch title Mario Kart World began streaming, including tracks such as "Main Theme," "Mario Bros. Circuit," and "Rainbow Road (Finale)." Songs from the Free Run mode will be added later. Nintendo Music requires a paid Nintendo Switch Online subscription.