At launch, Chocobo GP was criticized for its "Mythril" premium currency and a battle pass system that forced players into a relentless grind just to unlock iconic characters like Cloud Strife.

The default controls map your character's special ability to the , but this can be awkward to press while steering. Immediately rebind or use the alternative control scheme that maps your ability to the ZL button . This frees up your thumb for other actions and allows for much more precise execution of your character's special move.

Bottom line: Post‑launch updates and DLC made Chocobo GP a notably better package than the launch version — more content, better balance, and fewer frustrations. If the aesthetic and mechanics appeal to you, it’s worth buying the updated Switch release and selectively picking DLC you care about.

: Players criticized the aggressive monetization.

When Chocobo GP launched on the Nintendo Switch in 2022, it arrived with a cloud over its head. While the core kart-racing mechanics were solid, the experience was heavily weighed down by aggressive microtransactions, a confusing premium pass model, and progression walls that frustrated long-time Final Fantasy fans.

The DLC updates have significantly bolstered the roster. Fans of the Final Fantasy series can now race as a massive variety of characters, including:

Inside was a note from a developer who signed off as “Cid 7.” It read: “If you’re reading this, you installed the real version. The store version is a corpse. We hid the actual game in the scraps. Keep racing. Unlock everything. Then come find us.”