As the gaming community eagerly anticipates the results of the Golden Joystick Awards, two standout titles from Nintendo’s Switch 2 game library have made waves: Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza. Both games have not only been nominated for the prestigious ‘Console Game of the Year’ award but have also secured spots in other categories, showcasing the impressive capabilities of Nintendo’s latest console. Mario Kart World is vying for ‘Best Multiplayer Game’, while Donkey Kong Bananza is competing for ‘Best Audio Design’.

Nintendo has made waves in the gaming industry with the launch of its latest console, the Switch 2, which has sold over 6 million units in just seven weeks. This impressive figure not only highlights the strong demand for new gaming hardware but also sets a new record for console launches, surpassing the PlayStation 5’s initial sales. Accompanying the Switch 2’s launch was the highly anticipated game, Mario Kart World, which sold nearly as many copies as the console itself, achieving 5.

Nintendo has once again delighted fans with the discovery of Totaka’s Song, a charming musical easter egg that has been hidden in its games for over 35 years. The latest version of this iconic 19-note melody can be found in Mario Kart World, where players can hear Yoshi humming the tune by simply waiting on the character select screen. This nostalgic nod not only showcases Nintendo’s playful spirit but also highlights the enduring legacy of sound designer Kazumi Totaka, who has embedded this melody in numerous titles since its debut in 1990.