The latest installment in the kart racing series offers an abundance of playable racers. Veterans return alongside fresh faces, with dozens to discover through gameplay. Explore the complete selection below to find your ideal driver.
Complete racer lineup in Mario Kart World
Racers gradually become accessible through various challenges. Initial selections include 32 options, while 18 more require fulfilling specific criteria. See the breakdown of how to obtain each competitor.
Starting roster
- Para-Biddybud
- Penguin
- Snowman
- Stingby
- Cow
- Pokey
- Wiggler
- Dry Bones
- Cheep Cheep
- Sidestepper
- Goomba
- Monty Mole
- Hammer Bro
- Piranha Plant
- Nabbit
- Shy Guy
- Baby Rosalina
- Toadette
- Baby Daisy
- Baby Peach
- Baby Luigi
- Baby Mario
- Pauline
- Waluigi
- Wario
- Bowser
- Koopa Troopa
- Toad
- Yoshi
- Peach
- Luigi
- Mario
Championship rewards
- Bowser Jr. (Lightning Cup completion)
- King Boo (Leaf Cup completion)
- Birdo (Banana Cup completion)
- Lakitu (Shell Cup completion)
- Rosalina (Star Cup completion)
- Daisy (Flower Cup completion)
- Donkey Kong (Mushroom Cup completion)
Magical transformation unlocks
Acquire these racers temporarily affected by magical spells during competitions. Permanent availability occurs after several transformations.
- Chargin’ Chuck
- Spike
- Dolphin
- Coin Coffer
- Swoop
- Peepa
- Fish Bone
- Conkdor
- Rocky Wrench
- Pianta
- Cataquack
Several fan-favorite competitors require tournament progression to access. Begin competing to gradually expand your options, with magical encounters occasionally granting temporary access to additional characters. For comprehensive racing strategies and guides, explore our dedicated coverage section.