Unlocking characters in Mario Kart World revolves around two methods:
- Completing specific Grand Prix Cups
- Encountering the Kamek item during races
While some unlocks are predictable, others depend on luck and persistence.
Grand Prix Cup Unlocks
This method guarantees character unlocks if you:
- Play in Grand Prix mode (not Free Roam or Knockout)
- Complete the required cup—no need to win first place
Check your progress by confirming you’re in the correct game mode if a character doesn’t unlock immediately.
Kamek Item Transformations
This method is random and happens only if:
- Kamek appears in a race and transforms you into a new character
- You’re not the one using the Kamek item
There’s no way to force Kamek to appear—just keep racing and hope for the best.
Confirmed Kamek Unlocks
- Spike
- Conkdor
- Dolphin
- Coin Coffer
- Rocky Wrench
- Pianta
- Chargin’ Chuck
- Cataquack
FAQ
Q: Do I need to win the cup to unlock the character?
No, just finish the Grand Prix version of the cup.
Q: What if I used Kamek but didn’t unlock anyone?
You have to be the one transformed by Kamek, not the one casting it.
Q: Can characters be unlocked in Free Roam?
No. You need to be in Grand Prix races for cup unlocks and standard races for Kamek unlocks.
Q: Can you unlock every racer through cups?
No, some are Kamek-only. The rest are tied to specific Grand Prix cups.
Q: Is there a way to increase the chance of Kamek showing up?
Not right now. It seems to be random across normal races.