Switch 2 Emulator Eglantine Enables Full-Speed Mario Kart World Play on PC
Just days after the Nintendo Switch 2 was jailbroken, a new emulator called Eglantine has achieved playable performance of Mario Kart World on PC. Built as a fork of Eden, it supports Windows, Linux, and macOS and currently runs select titles like Splatoon Raiders with variable frame rates. While still experimental, this marks rapid progress in the emulation scene despite ongoing challenges with rendering and compatibility.
Just days after the Nintendo Switch 2 was successfully jailbroken in October 2026—approximately 16.5 months after its June 2025 launch—a new emulator named Eglantine has achieved full-speed playable performance of Mario Kart World on PC. Built as a fork of Eden, which itself evolved from earlier emulators like Yuzu and Sudachi, Eglantine is a free and open-source project developed by Camille LaVey with support for Windows, Linux, and macOS. The emulator’s rapid progress is highlighted by its ability to run Mario Kart World at full speed depending on hardware, alongside Splatoon Raiders, though the latter exhibits variable frame rates. This milestone follows earlier experimental work by modder Takoroka, who contributed an initial Switch 2 integration to Eden, which Eglantine now extends. The project remains highly experimental, with known issues such as missing meshes due to unimplemented shaders, and is not yet a stable or polished solution for broader gameplay.
The context of this development lies in the long-standing tension between Nintendo’s strict anti-piracy stance and the homebrew and emulation communities. Historically, Nintendo has aggressively enforced its intellectual property through DMCA takedowns, notably shutting down popular emulators like Yuzu and Ryujinx in prior years. This precedent raises concerns that Eglantine and similar projects could face legal action despite their open-source, non-commercial nature. The speed of progress—just over a week after the
The emergence of Eglantine could significantly impact the accessibility and longevity of Nintendo’s newer titles, particularly for players unable to afford hardware or seeking alternative ways to experience games. While not a direct threat to sales, it may influence how developers perceive post-launch support and digital preservation. The broader emulation community may see renewed momentum, echoing the early days of the Wii and original Switch scenes, where homebrew tools fostered innovation despite legal risks. However, this progress could also prompt stricter enforcement from Nintendo, potentially stifling development in a way that mirrors past crackdowns on Yuzu and Ryujinx. Such actions may drive developers underground or into less visible platforms, affecting both community trust and long-term software sustainability. What to watch for is whether Nintendo chooses to engage with the modding scene through policy changes or continues its adversarial stance—both paths could shape how