Mario Kart 8 cover

Mario Bros. Series

Mario Kart 8

Main Game
Racing Arcade Action Fantasy Kids Party

Mario Kart 8 is a Racing / Arcade game released on May 29, 2014 for Wii U. 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 gai…

87
User Score
674 ratings
91
Critic Score
15 reviews
May 29, 2014
Released 4493 days ago
10
Hype
Wii U

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.

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Videos

Trailer

Release Dates by Platform

Wii U Worldwide
May 29, 2014
Wii U Worldwide
May 29, 2014
Wii U Worldwide
May 30, 2014
Wii U Worldwide
Dec 31, 2014

DLC

Game Info

Developer
Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development
Publisher
Nintendo
Game Modes
Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
Perspective
Third person
Themes
Action Fantasy Kids Party

Multiplayer

Split-screen Yes

Languages

Text / Subtitles
Dutch, English, French, German, Russian, Portuguese (Portugal), Spanish (Spain), Italian, Japanese

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