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Mario Kart Tour launches final anniversary tour before its shutdown
Nintendo is shutting down its mobile game Mario Kart Tour, with the final anniversary tour being the last event for players. The company also shared in-game statistics, revealing Bowser as the most popular character on iOS and Android.
Mario Kart World is getting a bunch of courses from the SNES original
Mario Kart Tour is receiving a free update today that adds several courses from the original Super Nintendo Entertainment System version of the game. This update expands the available tracks for players.
Konami's Castlevania: Grimoire of Souls to be taken offline next month
Konami has announced that its Apple Arcade exclusive, Castlevania: Grimoire of Souls, will be delisted on August 20 and shut down entirely on September 3. The game, which originally launched in 2019 and later moved to Apple Arcade without microtransactions, will no longer be playable after September 3. This follows similar service terminations for other mobile titles like Mario Kart Tour.
Nintendo Download - August 6, 2026 - NintendoFuse
This week's Nintendo Download features the soulslike game Lies of P: Complete Edition for the Nintendo Switch 2, new Virtual Boy titles for Nintendo Classics, and the Pokémon Pokopia Expansion Pass. It also highlights game trials for NBA 2K26 and various in-game events and music additions.
Free Roam tracks from Mario Kart 7, Tour, and Live added to Mario Kart World on Nintendo Music
Nintendo has added new tracks to its Nintendo Music service for Mario Kart World, featuring remixes from Mario Kart 7 and Mario Kart Tour. The latest update includes 9 tracks from the Nintendo 3DS title and 8 from the mobile game, alongside the main title theme.
Octopath controversy, Splatoon is coming, and dual docks | Pure Nintendo Podcast E171
The Pure Nintendo Podcast episode 171 covers various gaming topics, including the controversial Switch 2 editions of Octopath Traveler without upgrade paths. Discussions also touch on the end of Mario Kart Tour, a new Yoshi demo, a physical collection for Cult of the Lamb, and the potential for a new dock compatible with both Nintendo Switch and Switch 2 consoles.
A look at Mario Kart Tour’s lasting impact on the Mario Kart series
Despite its upcoming shutdown without an offline version, Mario Kart Tour has left a significant impact on the Mario Kart franchise, particularly influencing Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. The mobile game introduced exclusive characters and courses, many of which were later ported to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe via its Booster Course Pass, significantly expanding the latter's content.
Mario Kart Tour takes a bow | Pure Nintendo Podcast E170
Nintendo is shutting down its mobile game Mario Kart Tour in September. The Pure Nintendo Podcast discusses this news, along with the upcoming release Go-Go Town from indie developer Prideful Sloth, and sales data for Rhythm Heaven. They also cover demos for Moonlight Peaks and Digimon Story, and other games the hosts are playing.
Garfield Craps On Mario Over Upcoming Mario Kart Game Shutdown
The social media team for Garfield Kart games mocked Nintendo's decision to shut down Mario Kart Tour this fall. While Garfield Kart is less popular, its developers claim it won't randomly kill game licenses like Mario Kart Tour is perceived to be doing. Mario Kart Tour is scheduled to cease operations on September 29, seven years after its initial release.
Mario Kart Tour and Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis are the latest online games due to sunset
Mario Kart Tour will cease operations on September 29th after seven years, with no offline version planned. Final Fantasy VII Ever Crisis will shut down on October 6th due to the costs of maintaining its quality, though Square Enix is accelerating story events before its closure.
Garfield Kart slams Nintendo over Mario Kart Tour shutdown, jokingly takes its place as the "better" racing game: "We will not randomly kill your game license"
Garfield Kart's official Twitter account has criticized Nintendo's decision to shut down Mario Kart Tour, jokingly claiming Garfield Kart is superior and will not "randomly kill your game license." The account also engaged with users regarding the franchise's quality and the company's approach to game preservation.
Mario Kart Tour Services Shutting Down After September 29, 2026 - NintendoFuse
Nintendo has announced that services for the mobile game Mario Kart Tour will cease on September 29, 2026. The sale of in-game currency, rubies, has already ended, and automatic renewals for the Gold Pass subscription have been stopped. No plans for an offline version or migration to another platform have been revealed.
Nintendo's iOS and Android racer Mario Kart Tour will shut down later this year, with no offline mode planned
Nintendo has announced that the servers for its mobile racing game, Mario Kart Tour, will shut down on September 29, 2024. The game, which launched in 2019 for iOS and Android devices, will not receive an offline mode. Subscription renewals for the Gold Pass have already been stopped.
Mario Kart Tour will shut down this year
Nintendo has announced that Mario Kart Tour will cease operations on September 29, 2026, seven years after its initial release. Sales of the game's premium currency, Rubies, have been discontinued, and new subscriptions for the Gold Pass have stopped. The company thanked players for their support and is considering an offline version similar to Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp.
Evening Reading - July 8, 2026
This edition of Evening Reading covers several game updates and news items, including the Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced review, EVE Vanguard's alpha playtest, and the upcoming shutdown of Mario Kart Tour and Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis. It also touches on Apple's chip testing and a new deal with Broadcom, mentions Obsidian Entertainment's potential pivot to a Fallout game, and highlights community creations in Minecraft. Additionally, it notes John Oliver's appearance on General Hospital and the announcement of the first four teams in the Women's Pro Baseball League.
Games Inbox: Is The Elder Scrolls 6 going to be worth the wait?
Readers express concerns about the lengthy development of The Elder Scrolls 6, criticizing Bethesda's recent game output and treatment of developers. The discussion also touches upon the shift to digital-only distribution, the impact of layoffs at Microsoft and Bethesda, and the future of subscription services like Game Pass.
Mario Kart Tour Is Getting Off Course, Announces EOS After 7 Years
Nintendo has announced the end of service for its mobile game Mario Kart Tour, which launched in September 2019. The game will officially shut down on September 29th, after seven years of operation. Sales of premium currency have been suspended, and automatic Gold Pass renewals are off, with players receiving subscription benefits for the remaining time.
Morning Consolidation
Microsoft is reportedly considering making more of its first-party games exclusive to the Xbox platform. Separately, Nintendo has announced that Mario Kart Tour will become unplayable after an upcoming service discontinuation.
Mobile game Mario Kart Tour is winding down
Nintendo is shutting down its mobile game Mario Kart Tour on September 29, ending service for the 2019 title. The company has ceased sales of in-game currency and subscriptions, and an offline version is not planned. This comes after a history of monetization controversies and statements from Shigeru Miyamoto about the challenges of mobile game development.
Nintendo will shut down Mario Kart Tour on September 30
Nintendo will be shutting down its mobile game Mario Kart Tour on September 30. The company has stated that there are no plans to release an offline version of the game.