Nintendo fans continue to voice their displeasure regarding the pricing of Mario Kart World, with many taking to social media and the game's recent Nintendo Direct presentation to demand a lower cost. Mario Kart World is set to be one of the flagship titles for the upcoming Nintendo Switch 2, but its $79.99 price point—applying to both physical and digital versions—has sparked significant backlash.

Initial reports caused confusion about the Mario Kart World price, with some suggesting the physical edition might cost $90. While this was later clarified, the confirmed $80 price still exceeds the current industry standard of $70 for major releases. Fans have made their dissatisfaction clear across multiple platforms.

Frustrated fans successfully pushed the hashtag #DROPTHEPRICE to trend on Twitter, and they dominated the chat during the recent Mario Kart World Direct with demands for a price cut. Nintendo maintains that the game's content justifies its premium price, but many players remain skeptical. While this controversy may impact initial sales, Mario Kart World—like its predecessor Mario Kart 8 Deluxe—is likely to achieve strong sales regardless of pricing concerns.

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Some gamers aren't just upset about the higher cost of Mario Kart World—they're worried about the precedent it could set for the gaming industry. If the game succeeds at $80, other publishers may follow suit, leading to even higher prices for future releases. Many fans have specifically expressed concerns about Grand Theft Auto 6's potential price, fearing that Mario Kart World's pricing could pave the way for GTA 6 to launch at $100 or more.

For now, Nintendo shows no signs of lowering Mario Kart World's price. However, there is a silver lining: players who secure the Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart World bundle will save $30 overall. Unfortunately, this bundle will be in limited supply and unavailable by fall 2025.