Press release

STEER INTO THE VEHICLES OF TAYO AND FRIENDS IN KARTRIDER RUSH+’S NEW COLLABORATION UPDATE!

The Collaboration Update, Based on the Popular South Korean Animated Series, “TAYO the Little Bus,” Features Friendly Karts, Fun-Themed Items, In-game Events and More

Seoul - April 10, 2026 - NEXON’s electrifying mobile racing game KartRider Rush+ (KRR+) is collaborating with the popular South Korean animated series, “TAYO the Little Bus” for a fitting update, highlighting the friendship, safety and adventures of the friendly, playful blue bus named TAYO and all his vehicle friends as they navigate the bustling metropolitan city. This collaboration update presents a variety of items and events, where players can check out the series’ popular characters.

With a variety of exhilarating game modes and a unique cast of racers, KartRider Rush+ offers adrenaline-pumping fun for both the rookie racer and the seasoned pro. Featuring an abundance of customizable karts and characters, racers can get creative and experience thrilling races on the go with imaginative tracks, bright graphics and easy-to-master gameplay.

KartRider Rush+’s “TAYO the Little Bus” Collaboration Update allows players to steer the wheels of TAYO and his friends to feature a variety of playful content for all players to enjoy, including: 

  • Celebratory Events – To celebrate the new season, a variety of events will be available for hardworking players to earn meaningful rewards: 

    • TAYO-Themed Rewards – This event will feature five collab items, including the speed kart TAYO and the item kart ALICE, as well as the ALICE Pill Balloon, ALICE Siren Headgear, and ALICE's First-Aid Kit.

    • Daily and Weekly Missions – Until April 30, players can earn Shards through missions such as winning two Ranked Mode races weekly or logging in every day. These can also be traded for the TAYO speed kart, Turbo Crystals and more. During that same period, Shards earned in multiplayer races can be traded for the ALICE Pill Balloon, ALICE Siren Headgear, ALICE Shards, and more. The ALICE Shards can also be used to participate in Draw Events, where players can get nine items, including the ALICE item kart, ALICE Balloon, Chroma Sprays, and Lucky Star Jewels.

Players worldwide can download KartRider Rush+ for free on Android and iOS.

More information on KartRider Rush+ “TAYO the Little Bus” Collaboration Update is available below:

  • Official KartRider Rush+ Website: [LINK]

  • KartRider Rush+ Official Community: [LINK]

  • KartRider Rush+ Official YouTube: [LINK]

  • KartRider Rush+ Press Kit: [LINK]

About NEXON Korea

Founded in 1994, NEXON Korea is engaged in the production, development, and operation of online games. With a diverse portfolio of over 40 live games available in more than 190 countries, NEXON Korea offers engaging entertainment experiences across PC, console, and mobile platforms. Renowned for its iconic franchises, including MapleStory and Dungeon&Fighter, as well as newer titles like The First Descendant and The First Berserker: Khazan, NEXON Korea is dedicated to delivering innovative, high-quality game experiences to players worldwide. For more information, visit the official website: https://company.nexon.com/en/.