Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Version 1.3.0 Update Adds Video Capture, Blue Shells Adjustment, And More

Nintendo released a major update for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for Switch that adds a new video capture function as well as adjustments to Blue Shell and gliding with Smart Steering, and more.

Here are the full details from Nintendo’s patch notes for Version 1.3.0:

• Video capture compatibility added. Hold the Capture Button to capture up to 30 seconds of the previous footage.
  • The system must be updated to Ver 4.0.0 or higher to use this feature.

• Now more difficult to float down using the glider when Smart Steering is ON.

• Blue Shells no longer hit the second place player when the first place player hasn’t yet crossed the finish line.

• Extended the invulnerability period after spinning out or crashing.

• Changes made to Online Play prior to Ver.1.2.1 now apply to Wireless Play and LAN Play as well:
  • When further back in a race, will receive better items to help catch up to other players.
  • No more than one Piranha Plant will appear at a time.
  • Updating to Ver 1.3.0 will prevent users from Wireless Play or LAN Play with users on Ver.1.2.1 or lower.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is available for Nintendo Switch.