As the gaming community buzzes with excitement, two standout titles from Nintendo’s Switch 2 library, Mario Kart World and Donkey Kong Bananza, have made waves by being shortlisted for the prestigious ‘Console Game of the Year’ at the Golden Joystick Awards. This recognition highlights not only the quality of these games but also the promising future of the Switch 2 platform, which has already garnered acclaim since its launch. Both games are competing against heavyweights like Death Stranding 2 and Ghost of Ytei, showcasing the fierce competition in the gaming industry.