The Nintendo Switch has been largely dry when it comes to theMario Kartscene, which while it has not stopped the console from seeingsales numbers in the millions, is a major drag for people getting sick ofMario Kart 8. A reliable source has indicated that this may be about to change, however, and whisperings have surfaced of a new entry in the beloved game series being just around the corner (relatively speaking).
The source in question is an insider to Nintendo’s inner workings who goes by Sabi on Twitter. Sabi is a well-known leaker, and while this rumor came on the back of some disappointing news, in terms ofMario Kart, this might be just what people need to hold onto hope.
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Be warned: everything following is still rumor at this point, even if it is from a source who has been reliable in the past. According to Sabi, there is a game that is likely to release this year for the Nintendo Switch that prominently features tires, which has led some to speculation that this meansMario Kart. It would make a lot of sense for a newMario Kartgame to hit the Switch now for a variety of reasons, not the least of which is thepoor reception ofMario Kart Tour. The other possibility, of course, is that there will soon be an announcement of the release date forSpeedway Racing, which may disappointMario Kartfans, but will no doubt be good news for anyone who lovesDaytona.
Another factor that lends some credence to Sabi’s word is their previous leaks, one of which includes news aboutLegend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild 2. Sabi has said that work on the game is proving more time consuming than anticipated, and as a result,Breath of the Wild 2’s releasewill probably be pushed back to next year. If that turns out to be the case, another beloved Nintendo franchise game would certainly help soothe the wait for fans, which makes another compelling reason news of a newMario Kartmay soon be on the way.
Recently, Sabi also revealed that there are whisperings of a possibleWonderful 101port for the Switch. Everyone may think therumored big Wii U exclusive coming to the SwitchisSuper Mario 3D World, but there are those who hold out hope that it will be Platinum’s superhero extravaganza.
