Amazon is offering rare discounts on both of the officially licensed Mario Kart Racing Wheels for Nintendo Switch. Manufactured by frequent Nintendo accessory collaborator Hori, both wheels come with pedals and sport wired USB connections. Hori’s Mario Kart Pro Deluxe Racing Wheel is discounted to only $77, down from $110. For younger racers, the better option might be the Mario Kart Pro Mini Racing Wheel for $54.52 (was $70).
Are these racing wheels compatible with Nintendo Switch 2?
While we haven’t been able to 100% confirm support for Switch 2, Nintendo has stated that the upcoming console is backward compatible with many original Switch accessories. The Switch 2 Dock has two USB-A ports, so you should be able to use Hori’s wheels to play Mario Kart World. Wired and Bluetooth Switch controllers are supposed to work just fine on Switch 2, and this should especially be true when dealing with officially licensed accessories like Hori’s Mario Kart wheels.
We have reached out to Hori to confirm Switch 2 compatibility and will update this story if we hear back. Just know that there is a chance neither wheel will work on Switch 2. We’d be very surprised, but until we test it for ourselves or receive official confirmation, we can’t be fully sure about any potentially backward compatible accessory.
It’s also worth noting that Nintendo is releasing Joy-Con 2 wheel attachments alongside the Switch 2 and Mario Kart World on June 5. You’ll be able to slot a Joy-Con 2 Controller in the wheel and play Mario Kart with motion controls. You can preorder the Joy-Con 2 Wheel Set for $25 at Walmart and other major retailers.
$77 (was $110)
The Pro Deluxe model is a full-sized steering wheel with a dark red and black color scheme. It has textured grips, a sturdy base, a pair of pedals, and conveniently placed inputs located in the general area where your hands naturally rest. The ZR and ZL triggers are on the rounded part of the wheel, while the face buttons, D-pad, and various menu inputs run across the middle. Beyond the larger size and more premium feel, the biggest additional perk is the inclusion of removable paddles. The paddles, along with the ZR and ZL trigger placement, allow you to play Mario Kart and other racing games without needing to alter your hand position to press buttons.
$54.52 (was $70)
The Pro Mini’s color scheme is based on the shades of red and blue found on Mario’s iconic outfit. Like the larger Pro Deluxe, it has a Mario logo in the center and various buttons around it, including a D-pad, four face buttons, and menu buttons. The four triggers/bumpers are also located in the center as yellow buttons. The Pro Mini doesn’t have the textured wheel cover or detachable paddles found on the pricier option, but you’ll still get a pair of peddles for accelerating and braking.
Mario Kart World is the first open-world game in series history and the biggest launch game for Switch 2. It’s available to preorder for $80 at multiple retailers, but you won’t need to buy it separately if you manage to secure a preorder for the Mario Kart World Switch 2 Bundle. Unfortunately, Switch 2 preorders sold out fast when they opened on April 24, and it’s unclear if and when restocks will happen before the console arrives next month.
Preorders are still available for many of the first-party and officially licensed Switch 2 launch accessories.
