However, these concerns arent even close to the top of my list.

However, a missing Isabelle has cast a pall over the beautiful bovines inclusion.

If anything, the inclusion of costumes makes my disappointment about her omission even worse.

Mario reaching for an item block from Mario Kart World

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Isabelle isnt the only non-Mariouniverse character to be added to theMario Kartseriesover the years.

Sadly, these fans may all be out of luck when it comes toMario Kart World.

Donkey Kong in Mario Kart World with scenes from the game in the background.

Was this just a question dodge, or is there truly something underway?

IfWorldwill truly only ever beMario-universe racers, its a very disappointing step backward.

Though sometimes they branch out a bit with Petey Piranha or Boom Boom, it’s still always in-universe.

Gustave & Maelle with weapons In Clair Obscur Expedition 33

That’s perfectly fine, butthese characters are too charming to not branch out more.

I know its largely just a novelty, but something about a crossover is so alluring to me.

Before the Booster Course era, Id become burned out onDeluxeand resorted totrying a fewMario Kartclonesto fill the void.

Mario Kart’s Luigi driving in the left, Isabelle with a hammer aimed toward him on the right.

Is the handling as intricate?

However,Id much rather get the same roster-related serotonin from my favorite racing franchise.

IfWorldwill truly only ever beMario-universe racers, its a very disappointing step backward.

Isabelle driving a scooter in Mario Kart 8.

There are plenty of other games relegated solely to the Mushroom Kingdom Isabelle deserves her spot on the track.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe replay closeup of Link on Mr. Scoot Kart

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