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Mario Kart World

What To Do First: Best Mode to Play?

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The best modes to play in Mario Kart World depend on each player's preference. Try out Free Roam to get a feel for the controls and flow of the game, Time Trials to learn shortcuts, VS Race and Battle to play with friends, and Grand Prix, Knockout Tour, plus Free Roam for unlockables!

Best Modes to Play in Mario Kart

Play Different Modes to Unlock Hidden Content

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It is best to play as much Grand Prix, Knockout Tour, and even Free Roam to unlock hidden content like Mirror Mode in Mario Kart World.

In these modes, clear cups or get transformed by Kamek to unlock characters, earn coins to unlock karts, and complete cups to unlock other courses such as Rainbow Road.

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Free Roam is Best to Learn Controls

Free Roam

If you are a beginner and just starting out in Mario Kart World, it is recommended to start with Free Roam to get feel with the controls of the game.

Roaming around the map will help beginners get familiar with their characters and karts, eventually getting a feel for the best combos later on.

In Free Mode, you can also find the collectibles that are needed to unlock Mirror Mode.

Free Roam Mode Guide and How to Start

Time Trials are Best to Learn Shortcuts

Time Trials

Time Trial mode essentially familiarizes players to courses of their choice. This mode is best to practice the tracks and even learn shortcuts from other players' Ghosts.

Time Trial Guide

VS Race and Battle are Best with Friends

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Mario Kart World offers multiplayer game modes that are best enjoyed with friends locally or online! Try out VS Race with friends or switch up the fun with Battle Mode features such as Coin Runners and Balloon Battle!

Multiplayer Guide and All Online Features

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How to Load Virtual Game Card List of Controls
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Multiplayer Free Roam Guide Best Settings
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How to Farm Coins Fast How to Aim Items
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Stats Explained and Hidden Stats How to Check Leaderboards
Ghost Replays How to Use GameChat
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2 Player Game Modes and How to Play How to Play Splitscreen
How to Play in a Team How to Add Friends and Play Together
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Should You Use Smart Steering? How Many Players Can Play on One Console?
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List of Unlockables How to Unlock Mirror Mode
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