How to Use the LAN Play Feature of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Complete these steps

1. Create a wired Internet connection on each Nintendo Switch 2 and Nintendo Switch console.
   • How to create a wired Internet connection on Nintendo Switch 2

     Important: The Nintendo Switch 2 console must be docked to be able to connect online using the wired connection type.

     1. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Nintendo Switch 2 dock and then connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to your router or gateway.
     2. Place the Nintendo Switch 2 console into the dock.
     3. On the console, select System Settings on the HOME Menu.
     4. Select Internet, and then Internet SettingsConfiguración de internetParamètres InternetConfigurações de internet. Your console will automatically search for nearby wireless network signals first.
     5. Once the option is available, select Wired ConnectionConexión con cableConnexion par câbleConexão por cabo.
     6. Select Connect to the Internet via Wired Connection.
     7. The connection will be tested. Once the test is complete, select OK.
        • If the connection test fails, an error code and message will appear, which can help you troubleshoot connection errors.
        • We also recommend setting up a wireless internet connection. This enables you to connect online even when your Nintendo Switch 2 is not placed in the dock.
   • How to create a wired Internet connection on Nintendo Switch – OLED Model

     Important: The Nintendo Switch – OLED Model console must be used in TV mode to connect online using the wired connection type.

     1. Connect an Ethernet cable to the Nintendo Switch dock with LAN port and then connect the other end of the Ethernet cable to your router or gateway.
     2. Place the Nintendo Switch console into the Nintendo Switch dock.
     3. On the Nintendo Switch console, select System Settings on the HOME Menu.
     4. Select Internet, and then Internet Settings . Nintendo Switch will automatically search for nearby Wi-Fi signals.
     5. Once the option is available, select Wired Connection.
     6. Select Connect to the Internet via Wired Connection.
     7. Nintendo Switch will test the Internet connection. Once the test is complete, select OK.
        • If the connection test fails, an error code and message will appear, which can help you troubleshoot connection errors.
        • If possible, we also recommend setting up a wireless internet connection. This enables you to connect online even when your Nintendo Switch is not placed in the Nintendo Switch dock.

     For more information, please see How to Connect to the Internet Using a Wired Connection.

   Important

   • All of the consoles must be connected to the same, shared router to use the LAN Play feature.
   • If your router does not have enough LAN ports for every console you wish to connect, a networking switch can be connected to the router to provide additional LAN ports.
2. When all of the desired consoles are connected, have a player create a room and act as a lobby host.
   1. Start Mario Kart 8 Deluxe from the HOME Menu.
   2. From the game's menu, hold the L Button and R Button, and then press the left stick in.
      • If done correctly, the "Wireless Play" option will change to "LAN Play".
   3. Select LAN Play.
   4. Select Create Room.
3. Have the other players join the room.
   1. Start Mario Kart 8 Deluxe from the HOME Menu.
   2. From the game's menu, hold the L Button and R Button, and and then press the left stick in.
      • If done correctly, the "Wireless Play" option will change to "LAN Play".
   3. Select LAN Play.
   4. Select the name of the host player, displayed under Lobby.
4. Have the host select the game type and settings, and then start the match.
   1. After selecting their character and kart and while viewing the garage, have the host player press the A Button to bring up the game settings.
   2. Use the first option to select the race or battle type (i.e. 150cc, Balloon Battle, etc.).
   3. Use the options that appear to select the race settings, such as the Team, Item, and Race Count settings.
   4. Once the appropriate settings have been selected, and all the players have joined the lobby, press the A Button again to confirm the settings.
   5. After the players in the room have selected their characters and karts, players will be asked the select their preferred track, and then the match will start.