This guide covers installing Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (Base Game + Update 3.0.x + DLC) using NSP/XCI files on a modded Nintendo Switch running Custom Firmware (Atmosphere). ⚠️ Important Prerequisites Modded Switch: You must have Atmosphere CFW installed.
Ensure you have the Base Game XCI/NSP, Update 3.0.x NSP, and DLC NSP. 1. Preparing the Files Extract any compressed files ( ) to obtain the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Switch NSP XCI -Update 3.0....
New "Music" player, Room ID functionality, and 17 new Mii Suits. 5. Troubleshooting Game corrupts/Error on launch: This guide covers installing Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
You likely installed the update before the base game. Reinstall the base game, then update. Update requires newer Firmware: Room ID functionality
Update 3.0+ generally requires Switch System Firmware 16.0.0 or higher. (recommended for easy installation) or Goldleaf.
Version 3.0.0 and above includes the final Wave 6 of the Booster Course Pass: Characters: Funky Kong, Petey Piranha, Diddy Kong, Pauline.