Nintendo Denies Use of AI in Mario Kart World Development
Nintendo has officially responded to accusations that **Mario Kart World**, the upcoming launch title for the **Nintendo Switch 2**, used **generative AI** in its development. Following a recent **Nintendo Treehouse livestream**, some fans raised concerns over what appeared to be **AI-generated imagery** in the background of one track. The claims specifically pointed to a strange car image and an unrealistic building with zigzagging ramps.
In response to these allegations, a Nintendo representative told **Eurogamer** that the claims are **unfounded** and clarified that **no AI** was used in the game’s creation.
Despite the denial, the reveal of **Mario Kart World** has sparked other controversies, including the game’s **\$80 price tag**, which is higher than typical Nintendo titles. The game’s **open-world** features and enhanced **graphics** are cited as reasons for the increase, though fans can save **\$30** by purchasing the **Switch 2** bundle. Additionally, some fans expressed frustration over the lack of an option to disable **course hazards**, though there will be controls for **item appearance**.
As excitement builds for the **Switch 2’s** launch, Nintendo continues to address concerns, setting the stage for the game’s release.
