The exhilarating precision of Mario Kart World and its thrilling grind and wall ride mechanics have an intriguing origin: the development team's passion for extreme sports during their lunch breaks. Team members often brought their skateboards and BMX bikes to the office, transforming their breaks into energetic moments of fun and creativity.
“We even have some staff members who skate or bike around outside the office during lunch,” reveals Yabuki, the programmer responsible for the game’s vehicle controls. A passionate enthusiast of not just cars but also skateboarding, snowboarding, and surfing, Yabuki drew from personal experiences to incorporate elements of these sports into the game. This hands-on approach ensured that character controls are not only smooth but incredibly gratifying to master.