Players can race on these new tracks online even if they do not own the Booster Course Pass, provided the host or random lobby selection picks them. How to Access the New Content

Players can unlock Wave 1 through two primary methods on the Nintendo eShop.

If you downloaded a Wave 1 NSP months ago and are searching for a version, here is why:

When you see a search for it refers to the pirated, pre-packaged version of the DLC, which can be installed and played without a legitimate Nintendo eShop purchase. These files are often shared across forums, torrent sites, and dedicated Switch piracy communities.

However, for players using files of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe + DLC (via custom firmware or emulation like Ryujinx/Yuzu), Wave 1 runs flawlessly. The file size for the update (v2.0.0) was roughly 1.2GB, adding the new courses, music, and character assets without breaking existing mods.

The standout track of Wave 1. This multi-tiered map features branching paths, hidden trapdoors, ceiling ceilings, and wind tunnels that reward map knowledge. Visual and Gameplay Enhancements

, this first drop marks the beginning of a massive expansion that will eventually double the game's total track count. New Cups and Tracks Wave 1 introduces eight remastered courses split across two new cups: Golden Dash Cup: Paris Promenade Mario Kart Tour Toad Circuit Nintendo 3DS Choco Mountain Nintendo 64 Coconut Mall Lucky Cat Cup: Tokyo Blur Mario Kart Tour Shroom Ridge Nintendo DS Sky Garden Game Boy Advance Ninja Hideaway Mario Kart Tour Notably, the Mario Kart Tour