Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Update Adds 8-Player Split-Screen on Switch 2

Journalist Necrolipe shared a video of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe version 4.0.0 running eight-player split-screen multiplayer on Switch 2. The linked Universo Nintendo report states the patch introduces that mode, CameraPlay support, improved visuals, and shorter loading times. The article presents these features as part of the update for the Switch title. No further confirmation or rollout details appear in the packet.