With Grand Theft Auto 6 pushed to 2026, Mario Kart World is stealing the spotlight following its launch on Nintendo Switch 2. Despite securing an impressive 87 on Metacritic, the game faces a tough road ahead for Game Awards recognition due to a historical bias against racing games. Critics point out that the awards often favor action-adventure and RPGs, leaving standout titles like Mario Kart World overlooked. As Nintendo sets its sights on future releases like Donkey Kong Bananza and Metroid Prime 4: Beyond, the debate on genre bias in gaming heats up.
Published on: 6/15/2025
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