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Mario Kart 8

2014 89 / 100 Arcade Racing
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 sy Show full summary

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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Arcade Genre Action Theme Multiplayer Mode Single player Mode Combat-focused Game feel Multiplayer Game feel
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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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Mario Kart 8: release, platforms, and facts

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Studio & publishing

Developer
Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development, Nintendo Entertainment Planning & Development
Publisher
Nintendo
Franchise
Mario Bros., Mario, Yoshi, Donkey Kong, The Legend of Zelda, Animal Crossing, F-Zero, Excite, Wario
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So spielt es sich

Spielprofil

Modi
Multiplayer, Single player, Split screen
Perspective
Third person
Themes
Action, Fantasy, Kids, Party
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Wo & wann

Platform releases

  • Wii U May 29, 2014
  • Wii U May 30, 2014
  • Wii U 2014

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