Nintendo fans have discovered a clever new Easter egg in Mario Kart World, allowing players to access a hidden Mirror Mode within the game’s free-roam open world. This unexpected twist flips the entire map, offering a fresh way to experience familiar tracks and terrain.
Mario Kart World, the flagship title for the Nintendo Switch 2, expanded the classic kart racing formula in a big way. In addition to larger 24-player races, it introduced an expansive open-world design that lets players seamlessly travel between iconic tracks, uncovering secrets and homages to past Mario games.
🏰 How to Unlock the Mirror Mode Easter Egg
The newly uncovered Easter egg is located within the Peach Stadium region of the open world. Players who make their way to the top of Peach’s Castle will find a massive stained-glass window featuring Princess Peach herself. Driving directly through this window transports players into a fully mirrored version of the open world — a nod to the classic Mirror Mode seen in traditional Mario Kart races.
⚠️ Note: The mirror effect only lasts for the duration of the current Free Roam session and resets once players leave or restart the mode.
🎮 A Nostalgic Surprise for Hardcore Fans
This hidden mode has delighted fans, especially long-time players of the franchise. Much like the standard Mirror Mode flips race tracks to add challenge, this free roam version turns the entire world on its head. Combined with the already chaotic 24-player structure and a roster full of obscure characters like Sidestepper and Pianta, the discovery highlights Nintendo’s attention to detail and love for legacy content.
Outfits like Peach’s Vacation dress and Toad’s Explorer gear also add to the game’s nostalgic charm, making Mario Kart World a playground of references and fan-service moments.
📹 See It in Action
The Easter egg was first spotted in a video shared by Dexerto, showcasing the moment a player drives through Peach’s Castle window and enters the mirrored world. The short clip has since gone viral, with fans excited to revisit the game’s world from a flipped perspective.