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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.
Mario Kart Tour Servers to Go Offline on September 30th, No Plans for Offline Mode
Nintendo has announced that the servers for Mario Kart Tour will be shut down on September 30th. Players will still be able to access their past statistics until January 2027, but there are no plans for an offline mode.
Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis to end service this October
Square Enix has announced that Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis will cease service on October 6, 2026, after three years. The game, available on mobile and PC, featured a gacha mechanic and a new take on the Final Fantasy 7 story. Refunds for unused in-game currency are being offered to players in Taiwan.
Mario Kart Tour to go offline in September
Nintendo has announced that Mario Kart Tour, the mobile version of its popular racing game, will cease operations on September 30, 2026. In-game purchases and automatic Gold Pass renewals have been disabled, and the game will no longer be playable after the specified date. Nintendo has confirmed there are no plans for an offline version.
The worst Mario Kart game is shutting down very soon
Nintendo has announced that the mobile game Mario Kart Tour will be shut down on September 30, 2026, with no offline mode planned. The game, released in 2019, has been profitable for the company and influenced mainline titles with its courses and characters. In-game purchases and auto-renewals for the Gold Pass have already been disabled.
The retreat from mobile games continues as Mario Kart Tour and Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis will be taken offline later this year
Nintendo and Square Enix are shutting down their mobile games, Mario Kart Tour and Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis, respectively, later this year. Mario Kart Tour will cease service around September 29-30, while Final Fantasy 7 Ever Crisis will end on October 6. This follows a trend of major companies retreating from ambitious mobile adaptations of big intellectual properties.
Mario Kart Tour is shutting down after 7 years, but Nintendo isn't planning on a Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp-style…
Nintendo has announced that Mario Kart Tour will cease operations on September 29, 2026, after nearly seven years. Unlike Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp, there are no plans for an offline version of Mario Kart Tour. Sales of in-game currency and the Gold Pass subscription have already ended.
Mario Kart Tour Will Be Unplayable After Nintendo Shuts It Down In September
Nintendo will shut down its mobile game Mario Kart Tour on September 29, ending its service after seven years. The company has suspended in-game purchases and will make subscription perks free for the remaining months. While Mario Kart Tour will become unplayable, other Nintendo mobile titles like Pikmin Bloom, Super Mario Run, and Fire Emblem Heroes remain active.
The long-running Mario Kart Tour is shutting down soon
Nintendo has announced that the mobile game Mario Kart Tour will be shutting down soon. The game, available on iOS and Android devices, has been an entertaining entry in the Mario Kart series. An official end of service post has been published by Nintendo.
Nintendo Confirms Mario Kart Tour Shutdown After 7 Years, No Offline Version Offered
Nintendo has announced that the mobile game Mario Kart Tour will be shut down in September, ending its seven-year run. The company will not offer an offline version of the game.
Nintendo announces that Mario Kart Tour is shutting down
Nintendo has announced that Mario Kart Tour will cease operations on September 29, 2026, at 11 PM PT. The sale of in-game currency has already ended, and there are no plans for an offline version. Gold Pass benefits will be made available for free to all players until the service concludes.
New tracks from various Mario titles added to Mario Kart World on Nintendo Music
Nintendo has added new music tracks from various Mario titles to the Mario Kart Tour soundtrack on the Nintendo Music app. The newly included songs are from Super Mario World, Super Mario Land, Super Mario Land 2 – 6 Golden Coins, and Wario Land: Super Mario Land 3.
Surprise Mario Kart World update adds 2 new Knockout Tour routes in a chunky patch that also buffs certain characters…
Mario Kart Tour has received a new update, Ver.1.7.0, which introduces two new routes, Drill Rally and Boomerang Rally, to the Knockout Tour mode. The update also includes speed boosts for characters with lower acceleration and for those with faster road speeds, alongside bug fixes and new stickers for Photo Mode.
Mario Kart World Surprise Update Adds New Knockout Tour Routes
Nintendo has released a surprise update for its mobile game Mario Kart Tour, adding new routes to the Knockout Tour mode. The update is available for the Nintendo Switch version of the game.
More Mario Kart World Songs Race Onto Nintendo Music Today
Nintendo has added more songs from Super Mario Galaxy to the Mario Kart Tour soundtrack. The update includes "Free Roam" tracks, which are distinct from the music played during races. This release has sparked speculation among fans about potential upcoming DLC or announcements.
Nintendo reveals new merch inspired by Yoshi’s food shop in Mario Kart World
Nintendo is releasing new merchandise inspired by Yoshi's food shop from the Nintendo Switch game Mario Kart World. The collection, available at official Nintendo retail locations in Japan, includes items like a Yoshi-themed bowling shirt, apron, mascot, and keychain. This announcement follows recent news about Universal Studios Japan's Super Nintendo World and upcoming content for Mario Kart Tour.
The Best Android Racing Games – Updated!
This article ranks the best racing games available on Android devices, excluding drag racers and focusing on titles where steering and variety are key. It highlights games like Asphalt 9: Legends, Rush Rally Origins, GRID Autosport, and Mario Kart Tour, covering a range of realism and gameplay styles.
Mario Kart World's Bullet Bill power-ups "actually work like they're supposed to" following…
Mario Kart Tour received an update that significantly improves the Bullet Bill power-up, making it smarter, faster, and longer-lasting. The changes enhance its ability to follow shortcut routes, addressing a common player frustration. The update also introduces a new Bob-omb Blast Battle Mode.
