September 12, 2026 6:36 AM

Nintendo reveals Nintendo Labo functionality for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Starting today, Nintendo is releasing a free software update for the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe game for the Nintendo Switch, allowing you to use the Toy-Con Motorbike from the Nintendo Labo: Variety Kit to control your in-game vehicles.

Every game mode and every vehicle type is available with this immersive, interactive controller option.

It’s a neat concept to be sure. What other games could see some Labo functionality? Could the new yet unannounced Nintendo Labo kits be designed with game support in mind?

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