A scenic tour through the Spanish capital.

: Added the final 8 courses (Acorn and Spiny Cups), bringing the total track count to 96.

: Funky Kong, Diddy Kong , Pauline , and Peachette.

NSP XCI is a file format used for Nintendo Switch games. NSP stands for "Nintendo Submission Package," while XCI stands for "eXtensible Container Interface." These files are essentially containers that hold game data, including the game's code, assets, and metadata. NSP XCI files are commonly used for Switch game backups and hacks.

: Four fan-favourite characters joined the race: Diddy Kong , Funky Kong , Pauline , and Peachette .

This update, released on November 8, 2023, primarily added support for of the Booster Course Pass.

The core gameplay remains unchanged because it didn't need fixing. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe boasts the best handling and physics in the series' history. The anti-gravity mechanics allow for track designs that twist and turn in ways previous entries couldn't imagine.