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Mario Kart 8 (2014)

Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.1

Wii U

4.22 from 7321 ratings · #139 top rated on Grouvee

12640 members have it in their collection · 971 playing now · 839 backlogged · 798 wish listed

How long? Main story 23h · with extras 29h · 100% 87h (from 44 logged playthroughs)

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 … Read more
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. Read less

Details

Developers
Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.1
Publishers
Nintendo
Genres
Arcade, Racing
Themes
Action, Fantasy, Kids, Party
Franchises
Animal Crossing, Donkey Kong, Excite, F-Zero, Mario, Mario Bros., The Legend of Zelda, Wario, Yoshi
Series
Mario Kart
Events
Mario Kart 8 Direct 4.30.2014, Nintendo Direct @ E3 2013

Release dates

  • May 29, 2014 (Japan) Wii U
  • May 29, 2014 (North_America) Wii U
  • May 30, 2014 (Europe) Wii U
  • 2014 (Brazil) Wii U

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Rating distribution

5 stars
3000
4 stars
3111
3 stars
1059
2 stars
136
1 star
14

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Status Pale Jun 2, 2014

I purchased and started Mario Kart 8 over the weekend! It's a beautiful game. At first I thought it was way too easy, but now that I am on to the 150cc cups the challenge is ramping up. I can't wait to play it with more people!

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