Mario Kart 8

Mario Kart 8

2014 · Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development

4.33 out of 5, 675 ratings

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 date
May 29, 2014
Developer
Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development
Publisher
Nintendo
Genres
RacingArcade
Themes
ActionFantasyKidsParty
Age rating
ESRB EClassInd LPEGI 3ACB GCERO AUSK 0

Media

Platforms

Wii U

Release dates

Wii U
North America · May 29, 2014
Wii U
Japan · May 29, 2014
Wii U
Europe · May 30, 2014

Time to beat

Rushed10 h
Average8 h
Completionist50 h

DLC

Languages

LanguagesAudioSubtitlesInterface
Dutch
English (US)
French
German
Russian
Portuguese (Portugal)
Spanish (Spain)
Italian
Japanese