Mario Kart 8

Mario Kart 8

May 29, 2014·Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
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Ratings

87
User Score
674 ratings
91
Critic Score
15 reviews
89
Total Score
689 combined

About

Mario Kart 8 is a kart racing game in which players control characters from the Mario universe and other Nintendo franchises. Racers compete on themed tracks using power-ups found in item boxes to gain advantages or hinder opponents. The game introduces anti-gravity sections where players drive on walls and ceilings, gaining speed boosts from collisions. It supports up to twelve players online, four locally on one system, and features modes including Grand Prix racing and arena-based battles. Vehicle customization allows players to mix kart bodies, wheels, and gliders. The Nintendo Switch version, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, includes all previous downloadable content, a revamped battle mode with dedicated arenas, and accessibility features for newer players.

Release Dates

PlatformDate
Wii UMay 29, 2014
Wii UMay 29, 2014
Wii UMay 30, 2014
Wii U2014

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Game Info

Developer
Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development, Nintendo Entertainment Planning & Development
Publisher
Nintendo
Release Date
May 29, 2014
Supporting
Bandai Namco Studios
Franchise
Mario Bros., Mario, Yoshi, Donkey Kong, The Legend of Zelda, Animal Crossing, F-Zero, Excite, Wario
Collection
Mario Kart
Perspective
Third person
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Platforms

Wii UNintendo Switch

Genres

RacingArcade

Themes

ActionFantasyKidsParty

Game Modes

Single playerMultiplayerSplit screen

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