How to Charge the Kart (Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit)
In this article, you'll learn how to charge the Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit kart.
Important Information
- The kart can be charged by:
- Connecting it to the Nintendo Switch dock via the included USB charging cable (model HAC-010).
- Connecting it directly to the Nintendo Switch AC adapter (sold separately)
- Connecting it to the Nintendo USB AC adapter (model CLV-003, sold separately).
- It takes approximately 3.5 hours to charge the kart.
- When charging via the dock while the Nintendo Switch console is docked and in use, it can take approximate 4.6 hours to fully charge the kart.
- If you would like to use the included USB charging cable with a standard household socket, please use a USB-compatible AC adapter.
- Note: While some USB-compatible devices may be able to supply power to the kart, Nintendo cannot recommend any particular device. Please make sure to follow the instructions of any third-party device.
Note: When fully charged, the kart battery can provide approximately 1.5 hours of play time at 150cc.
Complete these steps
- Hold the Ignition Button on the kart for at least a few seconds to ensure that it is powered off.
- Gently slide up the connector cover on the right-hand side of the kart to access the USB Type-C™ connector .
How are you charging the kart?
USB charging cable & dock Nintendo Switch AC Adapter USB charging cable and Nintendo USB AC Adapter
- Connect the Nintendo Switch AC adapter to the dock (each sold separately) and then to a wall socket.
- Connect the included USB charging cable to the kart, then to an available USB port on the dock.

Connect the Nintendo Switch AC adapter (sold separately) to the kart and then to a wall socket.
- Connect the included USB charging cable to the kart, then to the Nintendo USB AC adapter (sold separately).
- Connect the Nintendo USB AC adapter to a wall socket.