Mario Kart 7

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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 947 Ratings

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  1. Nicanorthebest
    Aug 3, 2023
    9
    Very fun and keeps me busy, great for beginners and drifting is super easy! Great courses and great items! * except the leaf...* Altogether a great game!
  2. bigeli
    Jul 7, 2023
    5
    One of the Mario Kart games of all time. Truly one of the video games ever. Mario Kart 7 has one of the most terrible character rosters I've ever seen. Wiggler and Honey Queen, are you kidding me. Besides that, they added gliders and custom karts, (wow!) The graphics are nice but this game really doesn't do anything with the Mario Kart franchise. No Mario Kart game is bad but this is theOne of the Mario Kart games of all time. Truly one of the video games ever. Mario Kart 7 has one of the most terrible character rosters I've ever seen. Wiggler and Honey Queen, are you kidding me. Besides that, they added gliders and custom karts, (wow!) The graphics are nice but this game really doesn't do anything with the Mario Kart franchise. No Mario Kart game is bad but this is the most medicore in the series. The game does have a pretty cool track selection, but that doesn't matter, as there is literally no VERSUS MODE.… Expand
  3. Theowy
    Jul 1, 2023
    0
    I like this game alot and I got on a rainbow road speedrun highscore and I was proud of it but i dont like how supposedly the different karts have different effects
  4. Babalee
    Jun 22, 2023
    7
    Mario Kart 7 is a solid Mario Kart game with some great tracks and an interesting character selection. The online play at the time was really fun and the mechanics are pretty good as well. The main problem with this one is a lack of content today, all you can really do is race by yourself against AI considering this game is on a handheld. Not a ton of reason to go back to it today, butMario Kart 7 is a solid Mario Kart game with some great tracks and an interesting character selection. The online play at the time was really fun and the mechanics are pretty good as well. The main problem with this one is a lack of content today, all you can really do is race by yourself against AI considering this game is on a handheld. Not a ton of reason to go back to it today, but it's far from bad and still a fun experience.… Expand
  5. Daviwaru
    Mar 19, 2023
    7
    Mario kart 7 é um bom jogo, mais acaba sendo repetitivo no final das contas.
  6. Tomatonato
    Jan 31, 2023
    7
    Gliders are so cool. GLIDERS ARE SO COOL. GLIDERS ARE SO **** COOL.

    And kart customization is awesome too.
  7. SealedLooks
    Jan 20, 2023
    7
    Mario Kart 7 had big shoes to fill. With the enormous succes of the DS console and with that the succes of Mario Kart DS, there was some pressure on the new 3D Mario Kart. Not only was MKDS a fast paced racing game wich fitted the DS very well, it was (together with the MKWII) the most inovative mario kart yet, at least on the handhelds it was. Unfortunatly for MK7, now that we know howMario Kart 7 had big shoes to fill. With the enormous succes of the DS console and with that the succes of Mario Kart DS, there was some pressure on the new 3D Mario Kart. Not only was MKDS a fast paced racing game wich fitted the DS very well, it was (together with the MKWII) the most inovative mario kart yet, at least on the handhelds it was. Unfortunatly for MK7, now that we know how MK8 and deluxe looks like, the first hit it has to take is the visuals. It is a obvious upgrade in comparison with MKDS, but that was really it. It doesnt do much for me, also because MKDS makes up for the visuals in some aspects with a lot of character, wich MK7 has way less of. Not only is the music mainly reused, but i found most of the new made maps not really inovative nor intresting, it is a given at least some of new maps in an MK will play and look cool, but (again) if you compare in with MK8, it has way less going for it. Some new aspects were decent. It introduced the glider aspects, and that does add a new mechanic to the game, and can work in your favor if you do it correct. The 'double drift boost' is also introduced here, wich is probably the best thing about the gameplay next to it using a joystick and taking very good advantage of that. But unfortunately i did not like the character selection nor did i like almost the entire feeling this game gives off. it has a blant cover and a boring menu if you ask me. It still is for me a pretty good mario kart, it still is a game you should have because you can put so many hours in it, but for me it does a little bit more than the minimum required to get you hooked. Good, but not fantastic or groundbreaking in almost any aspect… Expand
  8. Blast123
    Dec 27, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game was amazing.It was on a successful console and was super fun.Before 3D Land,for me this came.I still play it a lot.… Expand
  9. Kdog152
    Dec 22, 2022
    8
    Let's start with the negatives just to get them out if the way:
    - Mk7 has the worst Mushroom cup in the series next to Super Mario Kart on the NES: Toad circuit, is an alright track, Daisy Hills is decent, Cheep cheep lagoon is bland and bad, and Shy guy bazaar is an overrated track, it's just mediocre.
    -Mission mode from Mario kart ds still hasn't been brought back. - Blue spiny shells    Let's start with the negatives just to get them out if the way:
    - Mk7 has the worst Mushroom cup in the series next to Super Mario Kart on the NES: Toad circuit, is an alright track, Daisy Hills is decent, Cheep cheep lagoon is bland and bad, and Shy guy bazaar is an overrated track, it's just mediocre.
    -Mission mode from Mario kart ds still hasn't been brought back.
    - Blue spiny shells are too common. Literally though, I swear like 5 spawn a race sometimes and that's not an exaggeration.
    -There's still a time limit in Balloon battle and you still respawn when all your balloons are popped. Like why? Why can't it be like Mario Kart Ds where you had no time limit and it was a game of elimination? Once you lost your balloons, you where out.
    - There is no VS mode!!!! (unless your playing online or on multi player). WHY!!!! this means there is less replayability in this version.
    - Why didn't they have bikes return from Mario Kart Wii?
    Now for the positives:
    First of all the gliding and Underwater mechanic is a great idea that works really well, however, the water one is underutilized. This new gimmick means that the courses can be more expansive and less flat.
    The fact that you can now customize your vehicle now is awsome and leads to some really creative kart combinations.
    While this game has a small and weird character roster, all the choices are good (apart from Honey Queen)
    Besides the mushroom cup, this game has some really creative and fun tracks, such as Wario Shipyard/ Galleon, Maka wuhu/ Wuhu Mountain loop, Rock rock Mountain, Melody Motorway/ Music Park, Mario's circuit etc and it has the best Rainbow road in the series. I mean, Rainbow road in this game is phenomenal. You get to ride on Saturn's rings and literally drive on the moon and there are some really good shortcuts as well.
    The Online in this game is surprisingly functional and fun, it's very rare that you get hackers.
    For once coins are actually useful, you unlock kart parts by collecting them.
    This game has a really good selection of retro tracks.
    in conclusion, while this is one of the weaker Mario karts, it's still a good one.    … Expand
  10. Coolic
    Nov 25, 2022
    8
    Its just Mario Kart. Its great, don't get me wrong, but I feel like I should be playing Mario Kart 8 instead. Not bad, just meh.
  11. MarioReviewer
    Nov 20, 2022
    9
    In the Mario Kart series, Mario Kart 7 is not talked about enough. Just because Mario Kart 8... well... exists, 7 just gets shrugged off as 'It's on the 3DS, it's meh.' . However, I feel like Mario Kart 7 has the best tracks of any Mario Kart, including Wii Coconut Mall, DS Airship Fortress and of course the sublime Rainbow Road. Move over, Mario Kart Wii (or Super Circuit if you're anIn the Mario Kart series, Mario Kart 7 is not talked about enough. Just because Mario Kart 8... well... exists, 7 just gets shrugged off as 'It's on the 3DS, it's meh.' . However, I feel like Mario Kart 7 has the best tracks of any Mario Kart, including Wii Coconut Mall, DS Airship Fortress and of course the sublime Rainbow Road. Move over, Mario Kart Wii (or Super Circuit if you're an OG), because this one is packed with joyful... goodness...? Anyway, this game also introduced the paraglider and underwater sections, which the paraglider I absolutely love, yet the underwater sections being lacking and just the overworld with slower karts and annoying fish. I'm glad they haven't shut down the online (yet), because it's so fun to square off against other people just like you who probably has been questioned for carrying about a 3DS, but when you show them your shiny Mario Kart game they apologize and leave you alone. Also, the battle mode is a battle mode. The battle mode is fun sometimes, but I really couldn't care less about it when you already have a bunch of joyful grand prix cups to play (especially this game) and some ol' time trials. Overall, in terms of design, gameplay and battle mode, this game is *takes deep breath*... better than Mario Kart 8 (Deluxe).… Expand
  12. hector_bcn98
    Nov 4, 2022
    8
    Diversión pura y dura. Podrían haber sumado muchos más desbloqueables de interés.
  13. huntams
    Sep 13, 2022
    8
    a game that has no alternatives. Nintendo uses an effective formula and beats its buyer. it follows the given formula without any changes, so it always turns out well
  14. funnymystical
    Aug 30, 2022
    8
    MARIO KART WII ON THE 3DS????
    HELL YEAH!
    now give us mario kart 9 nintendo or i will emulate this using a pirated rom
  15. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    9
    ‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎
  16. DolphinReviews
    Jul 20, 2022
    3
    It exists... really all you can say about Mario Kart 7. It's a bland, unoriginal entry in a great series.
  17. GDsReviews
    May 27, 2022
    1
    Mario Kart 7 has a good soundtrack, but easily the worst character roster and controls of any Mario Kart game. It is extremely easy to accidentally engage the Gyro controls while steering with the 3DS’ control stick. Some of the new tracks are split into sections rather than laps, adding a new challenge to the series that was carried over into Mario Kart 8. Overall, the wonky controls andMario Kart 7 has a good soundtrack, but easily the worst character roster and controls of any Mario Kart game. It is extremely easy to accidentally engage the Gyro controls while steering with the 3DS’ control stick. Some of the new tracks are split into sections rather than laps, adding a new challenge to the series that was carried over into Mario Kart 8. Overall, the wonky controls and atrocious character roster makes this easily one of the worst entries in the Mario Kart series.… Expand
  18. lesiuML
    Mar 21, 2022
    7
    Very solid Mario kart, frustrating as ever and not fair as always! Lot of fun and fast racing. Nice levels design although there could be little more of them. There could also be little more of characters and vehicles... But it is all much improved in MK 8 deluxe on switch.
  19. Paperplayer
    Mar 10, 2022
    10
    Pretty good game.Has great picks for retro tracks and has the best rainbow road and controls great and about nothings wrong.I love it
  20. Fireyoshi779
    Jan 9, 2022
    8
    The 3DS has the power almost to the wii which makes this game look like mario kart wii on 3ds all while adding new tracks which are good.It added gliders and going underwater and going underwater used to be a no no and the tricking off ramps thing returns!This is my first mario kart ever but after playing 8,the only bad thing is that there no vs mode so you sadly can't choose what 4 tracksThe 3DS has the power almost to the wii which makes this game look like mario kart wii on 3ds all while adding new tracks which are good.It added gliders and going underwater and going underwater used to be a no no and the tricking off ramps thing returns!This is my first mario kart ever but after playing 8,the only bad thing is that there no vs mode so you sadly can't choose what 4 tracks you wanna do but still a great game!… Expand
  21. TeaFan556
    Dec 21, 2021
    7
    [RU]
    Простите меня, начал играть в эту часть слишком поздно, из-за чего нормально не принимал участия в онлайне. Поэтому не сильно зацепило :(
  22. Ardho
    Sep 8, 2021
    9
    So much better than Mario Kart Wii, but unfortunately only available on 3ds, I hope to be able to play on Wii U/Switch
  23. deycd
    Aug 13, 2021
    8
    El juego podría haber llegado a diez. Los controles son geniales, las pistas, también lo son, pese a la baja calidad de la 3ds. El 3d, está bastante bien,. Las alas deltas revolucionan la jugabilidad. Fue un gran acierto dejarte cambiar las partes de los coches. Pero tiene un gran inconveniente, y es que los personajes son bastante malos:, Lakitu, la floruga, mario de metal, sobraban en elEl juego podría haber llegado a diez. Los controles son geniales, las pistas, también lo son, pese a la baja calidad de la 3ds. El 3d, está bastante bien,. Las alas deltas revolucionan la jugabilidad. Fue un gran acierto dejarte cambiar las partes de los coches. Pero tiene un gran inconveniente, y es que los personajes son bastante malos:, Lakitu, la floruga, mario de metal, sobraban en el juego, y dado a que tiene pocos personajes, podemos decir que faltaron Funky kong, Didy Kong, Bowsitos, el Boo, El juego también tiene un pequeño inconveniente, no tiene suficientes modos solitarios como el de la ds, con misiones y jefes.… Expand
  24. ND-Bringer
    Jul 13, 2021
    6
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. At the time it was viewed to be an utterly brilliant game, but it hasn't aged well with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe overshadowing it. Now don't get me wrong, I still think it's a good game. While the core mechanics have improved and the new gliding plus underwater driving mechanics are a blast...the variety is pretty bland this time. No missions, no simple VS matches, at least we have Balloon Battle and Shine Runners...I mean Coin Runners!The main meat of this game is the online multiplayer which can be pretty entertaining, but playing this game alone is otherwise pretty barren. Imagine if you were unable to connect with said friends. The only thing you could really do is replay cups and collect coins for random new parts. Not a bad way to kill time, I've collected over 700 coins and have only unlocked 1 new glider. I really like the customization options, but like Skylanders Imaginators, you need to wait a long time before you can unleash your customization creativity until you have the necessary parts. Even 16 cool, new tracks can get old fast. Even little problems can grow in time, like how in DS, enemies like Thwomps are shown on the bottom screen mini map, while in 7 they're no where to be seen. What if your on a long, straight path, wondering where the next turn is...AND BAM! You're hit by an out of nowhere enemy while scanning the area below. It's gets worse with trying identify the theme Nintendo is trying to create with this game. DS carries a Super Mario 64 theme, while the tracks aren't mysterious, they are rich with colorful designs. Its links with 64's adventure theme. If you play Kart DS after 64 or 64 DS, it's a really wonderful game combo since they carry similar spirits. 7 on the other hand is a mash between Galaxy, 3D Land, Mario Kart Wii's shadow art style. There's not enough room on a handheld system to fit all of that together. I also would've preferred mainly 3D Land theme as well as having a similar colorful art style so it at least could carry a decent theme that's a treat for the eyes. This shoddy art style feels bland somehow. 3DS kids games should have flourishing colors not serious shadows. That's better suited for E10 and teen games. That's the least of this game's problems. The character selection may not be the worst, but where is Waluigi? He has his own killer track now, this isn't Smash Bros, many people count on him being a playable character! Remember how irritating it was when DK wasn't a playable character in Mario Party after 4 until 10 came along? He's no sideshow attraction! Even though he was in the first game. Seriously, the Honey Queen was that important to make a new character? I may love unlocking new characters, but there is little thrill to be found here. The rest of the characters may be cool, however unlocking them is a challenge with unbalanced difficulty. It's not that hard, heck the com difficulty feels a lot easier compared to DS. New characters except for the Mii, can only be unlocked by claiming 1st place cups from the 150cc Grand Prix. In DS, characters and karts are unlocked with each completed cup from easy to hard. Giving the racer a sense of growth while playing through the game. But here in 7 all the challenges are at hard difficulty. Making the journey feel one-minded and frustrating inexperienced players. I still remember tasting defeat every day while trying to complete these cups.It just makes things stressful with this unbalanced difficulty. Even after collecting a ton of coins after a cup you're not guaranteed to get a new part, its uninspiring to get better at this game unless you have some friends to compete with. As for the tracks, we got a decent selection of new and old tracks. At least Waluigi Pinball made it into this game! DK's jungle reboot stage is great! But he's strangely calm that the Tiki Tak Tribe is attacking his island this time. Also, Wuhu Island is a great setting and all, but do you really need to add 3 Wii Sports themed stages? I'll say it a game, this game needs more variety. If you want to add another Rainbow Road stage, despite all of the tension they create, I can live with that. But I don't know if everyone remembers Pilot Wings and Wii Sports Resort all too well. Point is, I didn't love this game like DS. The driving and multiplayer mechanics may have improved, but without that, this game would have nothing to stand on. I will give it credit for giving birth to 8, but today its a fallen king that's likely to stay down and leave its kingdom to the next heir. But this king hasn't aged well. Great at the time, but its just not as enjoyable as DS. It may have better control, but you're in for underwhelming experience compared this series last Mario Kart handheld game. Even after winning all the cups in 1st place with my Bowser Jr. Mii, I not really satisfied. This game failed to appeal to me. Sadly it will forever live in Mario Kart 8's Deluxe's shadow. Sigh...now if we could only get bosses & ROB into Mario Kart Deluxe.… Expand
  25. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 25, 2021
    8
    This is the Mario Kart I grew up with. Really fun game, still holds up. Just like a portable Mario Kart 8 before Deluxe came out.
  26. TropicalNayr
    Mar 31, 2021
    6
    i would give this a 65%
    This is a improvement of Mario kart ds where they just went over there mistakes and laziness in Mario kart ds, the graphic are way better than before, and they added some new games to make it more fun but if you already played Mario kart ds you don't need to play this it is basically a redone version.
  27. Mutty99
    Feb 18, 2021
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. With an average character roster, and even if the courses are playable in Single Player only inside Gran Prix, this title is hella solid to this day. The course selection is not the best in the series, but still very good: they brought back the best tracks from both DS and Wii in the retro courses, and the new ones are charming as well, especially Music Park, the Wuhu tracks and the one-lap Rainbow Road.
    I think the biggest downside is the over-exaggerated grinding for acquiring the gold parts; even if the wheels are obtainable without too many problems, the other ones require either Streetpass + Way too much time to spend online, or an unrealistic amount of coin grinding. 20k coins for the last part, when the max coins you can get from a Grand Prix is 40. Nintendo, really?
    Still, Shy Guy is a fully playable racer, so I guess it's a win on both sides.
    Summing up: if you are a Mario Kart fan, you're gonna enjoy this title for sure, downsides or not.    … Expand
  28. BeeSting1
    Jan 1, 2021
    8
    Very solid game.

    Good

    - refined Mario Kart experience.

    - 3D looks good.

    Bad

    - if you use big char and big wheels, sometimes your char will block your view

    - some parts the screen cut off what I needed to see on top.
  29. wiredspore44
    Dec 28, 2020
    8
    Decent Mario Kart game but is missing some key elements. Also how is honey queen in the game but not Link?!
  30. Halkem
    Oct 28, 2020
    9
    Amazing multiplayer experience and the best racing game on 3ds. Fast matchmaking too.
  31. Bruterake
    Oct 15, 2020
    9
    Quando eu era criança mds, foi muito divertido dava pra jogar com os amigos e tudo mais e os bonequinhos as skins uma pena que tinha aquele grind infinito pras coisas douradas e amo até hj os voos pelos mapas.
  32. eeveegms
    Aug 7, 2020
    8
    It is a really fun mario kart, it is also the one that introduced the underwater and air driving mechanics.
  33. SloppyJones
    Jul 31, 2020
    7
    This is a good game, like just about all Mario Kart games are. If you're a fan of Mario Kart, you'll like this game. However, out of Mario Kart DS, Wii, 7, and 8, which are the four I've played, I would say this is the weakest one. Honestly, most of my displeasure stems from the fact that they removed Vs. mode from this game for some reason. That really hinders the replay value of thisThis is a good game, like just about all Mario Kart games are. If you're a fan of Mario Kart, you'll like this game. However, out of Mario Kart DS, Wii, 7, and 8, which are the four I've played, I would say this is the weakest one. Honestly, most of my displeasure stems from the fact that they removed Vs. mode from this game for some reason. That really hinders the replay value of this game for me, since it means that if you want to play races without any other actual people, you have to play either Grand Prix, where you can't choose specific races to do, or Time Trials, where you don't have the CPUs to race against. My other complaint is the distinct lack of Waluigi. The core gameplay is pretty much the same as the other games before it, where you just drive around as Mario characters, hitting people with items and having a good time. The kart customization is a cool new addition, and so is being able to glide through the air and drive through water. The graphics are also very nice for a handheld console, being way better than the graphics for the DS one, and about on par with most other games on the 3DS. One part of this game that I really love is the ability to play with friends who don't have the game. You can play with them through download play, and while they can only play as Shy Guy, it's better than nothing, and has allowed me to have some good times in this game with friends who I normally wouldn't have been able to play with. Overall, it's not the best Mario Kart game, but it's still enjoyable and Mario Kart is always a good game to have on your Nintendo console.… Expand
  34. JedmGames
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    Esta edición de Mario Kart añade cosas buenas cómo lo es la personalización de los coches. Con pistas divertidas es una muy buena opción para jugar con tus amigos.
  35. Digibutter64
    Jul 19, 2020
    8
    It's not the best Mario Kart, but Mario Kart 7 is still an entertaining entry in the series.

    The additions of gliding, underwater driving, and kart customisation are nice, adding new gameplay opportunities while retaining the fun formula. It's still as fun as Mario Kart has ever been; racing and/or battling your rivals remains a joyful experience. There's also a few new items; the Fire    It's not the best Mario Kart, but Mario Kart 7 is still an entertaining entry in the series.

    The additions of gliding, underwater driving, and kart customisation are nice, adding new gameplay opportunities while retaining the fun formula. It's still as fun as Mario Kart has ever been; racing and/or battling your rivals remains a joyful experience. There's also a few new items; the Fire Flower lets you pelt opponents with fireballs, the Super Leaf has your kart sprout a tail which you can use to whack nearby opponents and items, and the Lucky Seven surrounds you with seven items (a bit crazy, but it still seems fair).

    The lack of a single-player VS mode is disappointing, but Mario Kart 7 is still recommended to any 3DS owner.    … Expand
  36. KeanuGermany
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    Graphic: 10
    Music: 10
    Control: 10
    Variety: 9
    Degree of Difficulty: 9
    Fun: 10
    Story: /
    Multiplayer: 10
    Content: 9
    Long-term Motivation: 10
  37. robertoiglesias
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    While not the best, this game is very fun. The new gliders is a great addition, the tracks are great, and the character selection is interesting.
  38. TheOkCringe
    Apr 26, 2020
    7
    This game is all right, but certainly not a perfect title. The game definitely offers some innovative mechanics, and some pretty memorable courses, but the overall feel of this game if kind of awkward. The battle feels lackluster, especially with the 10 coin limit in Coin Runners, which makes no sense. Nothing totally wrong with the title, but it only got a 6.83 out of 10 from me, makingThis game is all right, but certainly not a perfect title. The game definitely offers some innovative mechanics, and some pretty memorable courses, but the overall feel of this game if kind of awkward. The battle feels lackluster, especially with the 10 coin limit in Coin Runners, which makes no sense. Nothing totally wrong with the title, but it only got a 6.83 out of 10 from me, making it my 6th favorite title.… Expand
  39. GameBoy66
    Feb 12, 2020
    9
    This Mario Kart was one of the best we got. It's easily better than Mario Kart Wii and plays great. The graphics are good for 3DS standards. Being able to customize your carts is awesome! It's also still cool that online is still being supported. There are problems though. 1. The Tanooki Leaf. 2. 12 Characters when Wii had twice the amount. Still, this game is solid, even in 2020!
  40. Zequila
    Jan 8, 2020
    7
    Great game but too short and easy. In 3 hours i win all 150cc cups and unlock everything.
  41. naufri27
    Nov 17, 2019
    7
    Jugando previamente a Sonic & All-Stars: Transformed, daba por hecho que Mario Kart 7, siguiendo toda su trayectoria, estaría uno o dos niveles por encima. Y después de pasármelo ha sido justo al revés, pues tiene menos personajes (algunos introducidos con calzador), menos modos de juego y menor sensación de velocidad. Sigue teniendo su encanto, pero por primera vez no el suficiente comoJugando previamente a Sonic & All-Stars: Transformed, daba por hecho que Mario Kart 7, siguiendo toda su trayectoria, estaría uno o dos niveles por encima. Y después de pasármelo ha sido justo al revés, pues tiene menos personajes (algunos introducidos con calzador), menos modos de juego y menor sensación de velocidad. Sigue teniendo su encanto, pero por primera vez no el suficiente como para justificar su compra al precio completo.… Expand
  42. Bernyz
    Sep 20, 2019
    9
    Es el mejor Mario kart para portátiles, los gráficos impresionantes y más con el 3d
  43. new2dsxl
    Sep 6, 2019
    9
    No one does kart racing quite like Nintendo and this seventh release in the beloved series really shines with its masterful track selection and impressive online package. The addition of the underwater and gliding sections inject a nice layer of freshness to the now trademark gameplay mechanics, and with a host of unlockable characters and the depth of surroundings offered up by the 3DNo one does kart racing quite like Nintendo and this seventh release in the beloved series really shines with its masterful track selection and impressive online package. The addition of the underwater and gliding sections inject a nice layer of freshness to the now trademark gameplay mechanics, and with a host of unlockable characters and the depth of surroundings offered up by the 3D display, it ends up being as flashy as it is fun. We've seen some amazing Mario Kart releases over the years, and Mario Kart 7 sits right up there with the best of them.… Expand
  44. n_switch
    Sep 3, 2019
    9
    No one does kart racing quite like Nintendo and this seventh release in the beloved series really shines with its masterful track selection and impressive online package. The addition of the underwater and gliding sections inject a nice layer of freshness to the now trademark gameplay mechanics, and with a host of unlockable characters and the depth of surroundings offered up by the 3DNo one does kart racing quite like Nintendo and this seventh release in the beloved series really shines with its masterful track selection and impressive online package. The addition of the underwater and gliding sections inject a nice layer of freshness to the now trademark gameplay mechanics, and with a host of unlockable characters and the depth of surroundings offered up by the 3D display, it ends up being as flashy as it is fun. We've seen some amazing Mario Kart releases over the years, and Mario Kart 7 sits right up there with the best of them.… Expand
  45. Oreox4
    Aug 17, 2019
    9
    I love this almost as much as Mario Kart Wii. I feel like the track design on this game is really good. The retro tracks they had were great choices, and overall i love this game. The glider mechanic is really fun and it feels fresh. This was the Mario Kart game i played most as a kid so i'd probably not like it as much if i played it now. But i love this game, a lot
  46. JPK
    Jul 20, 2019
    9
    Highly Enjoyable
    It’s Mario Kart, What else do I have to say because it’s a great game.
  47. r4igamer
    Jun 16, 2019
    8
    Mario Kart 7 marks yet another return to Nintendo's kart-racing franchise. Though the character roster should have been larger, and a cheap blue shell can still screw up an otherwise perfect race, MK7 still offers enough innovation to keep this old formula feeling fresh. With memorable new tracks, well implemented gyro controls, the triumphant return of coins and a handful of new modes,Mario Kart 7 marks yet another return to Nintendo's kart-racing franchise. Though the character roster should have been larger, and a cheap blue shell can still screw up an otherwise perfect race, MK7 still offers enough innovation to keep this old formula feeling fresh. With memorable new tracks, well implemented gyro controls, the triumphant return of coins and a handful of new modes, Mario Kart 7 is full of win. The game also marks a huge leap forward for Nintendo's approach to online multiplayer, providing an experience that surpasses any of the company's other games to date. Overall it's a well-polished experience that fans of the kart-racing genre - or of the Mushroom Kingdom - should not hesitate to pick up.… Expand
  48. JJTX
    Jun 1, 2019
    9
    One of the best-looking games on the platform, and among the best in the long-running Mario Kart series. The only major drawback is the relatively small roster of racers.
  49. sitebender
    Apr 19, 2019
    9
    Mario Kart 7 is a fantastic addition to the series, but the only real downfall is that I can't play it on a bigger screen. It's a fun game, even has online functionality, but playing on my 3DS gets painful due to the button layout being so close to the edge for the acceleration.
  50. Pedrinhyeah
    Jan 5, 2019
    7
    This game is good game

    The tracks are no killer, sort of annoying really. But not annoying that will make me stop playing. Some may say that this is the first Mario Kart game to give the opportunity to custom your ride, and for that it is excused, but as im not making comparision here: The customization options are not very large, so. thumbs down for this. There is not many    This game is good game

    The tracks are no killer, sort of annoying really. But not annoying that will make me stop playing.

    Some may say that this is the first Mario Kart game to give the opportunity to custom your ride, and for that it is excused, but as im not making comparision here: The customization options are not very large, so. thumbs down for this.

    There is not many courses to choose.

    The graphics are poor. Not ugly. But they definitely are not pretty. AT ALL (Here i'm comparing with some other titles that I have experienced on 3ds).

    Now, thank god we can play online for free, because this basically save the gameplay and its worth to buy this game. It's fun to play online (altough i do believe TEN THOUSAND COINS is WAY too much to get a golden ride that is not even good to run)

    The others types of "courses" such as coin rush, or coin mode, and dont recall the exaclty name, are just terrible.; no one plays that **** just mention it is give more credit than it deserves. is that terrible.

    Definitely worth to buy if u have a 3ds. But not an oustanding game.

    I dont give a green note (8 up) because dont deserve, and perhaps 7 is too low. So condiser this a seven and a half.    … Expand
  51. br_1245
    Nov 5, 2018
    7
    Divertido e viciante, consegue manter o jogador interessado por meses. Falta um indicador de tempo n atela e uma explicação mais clara do que deve ser feito para ganhar mais peças de kart. Mas é um titulo que todo dono de 3DS deve ter,
  52. nintendo-sekta
    Oct 31, 2018
    10
    Моя первая игра на 2ds.
    Хорошее: кастомизация карта, сетевая игра с другими игроками, локальная игра с другом сделана отлично.
    Плохого скорее здесь нет всё идеально карты, локации, гемплей.
  53. Diegochocho
    Jul 8, 2018
    8
    Como siempre, nunca decepcionar los Mario Kart, y sigue están a la altura de los otros.
  54. Matias8654
    Jun 1, 2018
    9
    Un juego extraordinario, con el mismo concepto del Mario Kart Ds que era maravilloso, además de la buena inclusión del 3D en esta entrega y la ambientación perfecta como siempre, por otro lado la exclusión de huesitos como personaje jugable, y la inclusión de otros los cuales ni ganas dan de elegir, lo lleva a no terminar siendo perfecto
  55. CrazyGamer701
    May 24, 2018
    9
    its a amezing but there is not so much to do if you are done playing the grand prix thats the only let down
  56. luisflopez
    May 20, 2018
    8
    And here we are with another great installment in the Mario Kart series, one that I recently got to enjoy for the first time. MK7 a fun, quality game, but one that could have been better if it wasn’t for a series of dumb decisions made by Retro Studios and Nintendo.

    The core gameplay is as fun as ever, so if you’re looking for the same good old Mario Kart gameplay, you’ll definitely    And here we are with another great installment in the Mario Kart series, one that I recently got to enjoy for the first time. MK7 a fun, quality game, but one that could have been better if it wasn’t for a series of dumb decisions made by Retro Studios and Nintendo.

    The core gameplay is as fun as ever, so if you’re looking for the same good old Mario Kart gameplay, you’ll definitely find it here. The handling of the karts feels nice and responsive, althoguh I wish 150cc was a little bit faster. To me, it felt kind of slow compared to its direct predecessor, Mario Kart Wii.

    MK7’s new tracks are remarkably good. And much of this is thanks to the game’s new racing gimmicks: underwater driving and paragliding through the air. Both of these are welcome additions that fit the Mario Kart formula perfectly, and lead to very creative course designs. Being able to race in first-person is a nice touch.

    Another new feature in MK7 is the ability to customize your kart with different bodies, tires and paragliders. This is pretty cool idea, and it adds a good amount of variety to the game, but honestly, I still prefer the non-customizable, yet more iconic vehicles from Mario Kart Wii. Speaking of that game, bikes are gone, which is very disappointing.

    MK7 also marks the return of coins, which are now used to unlock kart parts. On one hand, having something else to do apart from finishing first is a good idea that adds another layer of depth to races. But on the other hand, I think I didn’t really enjoy having kart parts locked behind coins. It takes away some of the excitement of unlocking things from beating cups and time trials. And also, the coin requirements for unlock new parts are way too high. They were obviously set with online play in mind, because for single players, unlocking everything is going to be a serious grind. It will take much longer than in any previous MK game.

    Another aspect where MK7 disappointed me is the character roster, which is seriously bad. The Bee, Lakitu and Wiggler are all lame newcomers, and on top of that, they take Waluigi away for some inexplicable reason? Give me a break.

    Another inexplicable absence is Versus Mode. Yep, the series staple Versus Mode is gone. This is a problem that also ties with the unlockables problem, negatively affecting single players. On top of having very high coin requirerments for unlocking new parts, the only way to earn those coins in single player is playing the Grand Prix cups again and again, because Versus mode is gone. Having a Versus mode where you play your own tournaments, with your own rules, tracks, teams and such, would make earning coins much more easy and fun. It would have also added a lot of replay value for single player.

    For some reason, MK7’s battle mode is really boring. For the record, I spent a lot of time playing balloon battles in single player in Mario Kart DS, but in this game I get bored after the first round. The battles being no longer by elimination and rather by time, is one of the reasons to blame for this.

    MK7 was my first experience playing Mario Kart online with other people. And boy is it addicting. I wish entering a race was a little quicker, but it is acceptable as it is.

    So in all, Mario Kart 7 is a good installment for the franchise, one that will definitely have you covered if you’re looking for some simple, addicting hours of fun. Especially if you’re into playing online multiplayer. MK7 is a great game, and a very recommended purchase for any 3DS owner, but at the same time, it is an installment with weird flaws and shortcomings that could have been easily fixed.

    Score. 8.5    … Expand
  57. nicorzF1
    May 19, 2018
    10
    7 years later, and it keeps as good as the first day. This game has the driving style of its prequel, Mario Kart DS, and the graphics of Mario Kart Wii, doing a sensation on the 2011 Christmas and making everyone get addicted with its online.
  58. Lee-stark
    Apr 20, 2018
    8
    Es un mario kart muy corto pero acetable, controles precisos y mecanicas clasicas mejoradas, un multijugador muy repetitivo y cansado, rejugabilidad escaza y opciones innecesarias, los graficos y efectos 3D son geniales pero un poco sobrantes.
  59. Szymonhead
    Mar 16, 2018
    10
    For me I would say its the best Mario kart game ever. Although I don't have a 3DS, I have it on emulator. It has the best rainbow road!
  60. SortOfCritic
    Jan 1, 2018
    7
    Mario Kart 7 is nothing special, but with friends, it can still be a fun filled experience to play on the go
  61. wegie125
    Dec 3, 2017
    0
    I don't think they could really mess up Mario Karty, this was by far the most advanced on a handheld. It had potential that they just ignored though. They had a chance to bring back the mission mode from the original mario kart on the DS and it was missed out. Sad to see. So close to perfection
  62. 00-z3N
    Nov 25, 2017
    8
    Review/Reseña (English/Español)

    Score/Nota: 7.6/10 The first thing I played this great console was precisely this MK7 and there are many things, positive and negative, that can be said about this game. Starting from the most superficial, technically the game is beautiful, as usual in the MK, perfectly fluid and in terms of sound at the height of expectations. In the aspect of the    Review/Reseña (English/Español)

    Score/Nota: 7.6/10

    The first thing I played this great console was precisely this MK7 and there are many things, positive and negative, that can be said about this game. Starting from the most superficial, technically the game is beautiful, as usual in the MK, perfectly fluid and in terms of sound at the height of expectations. In the aspect of the difficulty is well covered as it offers enough without being impossible, speaking of the online functions, are very well implemented as well as the local cooperative function, which turns out to be the best that the game offers since the time of replay increases exponentially.

    The tracks in general terms are fine, not as creative as in previous sagas, but decent, which is a bit disappointing since one of the main attractions of the game was "land, air and sea" and it feels like I'm lacking in terms of air and sea. As far as 3D is concerned, it is obviously uncomfortable for most, but it was an addition that was made very correctly, as well as the functions of the gyroscope. One of the things that most annoy most devotees of this saga was the roster of characters, and is that many charismatic characters were replaced by several that simply no one is interested, being a very strong mistake, because is evidently the core of the game are its characters.

    Another point against we see when choosing the car and is that it is a step back in the saga the fact that they are personalized, instead of everyone having their own car. As a maximum point against and without being the total fault of the game as such, is the way to control it and is that due to the physical characteristics of the console, it results in a short time (1-2 hours) incredibly uncomfortable to play.

    A very weak MK for what the franchise has accustomed us, and I only recommend it to the most diehard fans of it. 7.6/10

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    Lo primero que jugué de esta genial consola fue precisamente este MK7 y son muchas las cosas, tanto positivas como negativas, que se pueden decir respecto a este juego. Partiendo de lo más superficial, técnicamente el juego es bellísimo, como de costumbre en los MK, perfectamente fluido y en términos sonoros a la altura de lo esperado. En el aspecto de la dificultad está bien cubierto ya que ofrece la suficiente sin ser imposible, a su vez las funciones online están muy bien implementadas, así como la función de cooperativo local, que resulta ser lo mejor que el juego ofrece ya que el tiempo de rejuego aumenta exponencialmente.

    Las pistas en términos generales están bien, no tan creativas como en sagas anteriores, pero decentes, lo cual es un poco decepcionante ya que uno de los principales atractivos del juego era “tierra, aire y mar” y se siente como que falto en términos de aire y mar. En lo que al 3D se refiere, evidentemente resulta incómodo para la mayoría, pero como sea, fue un agregado que se hizo de manera muy correcta, así como las funciones del giroscopio. Una de las cosas que más molesto a la mayoría de devotos de esta saga fue el roster de personajes escogidos, y es que muchos personajes carismáticos fueron reemplazados por varios que simplemente a nadie le interesan, siendo un desacierto muy fuerte, ya que evidentemente el núcleo del juego son sus personajes.

    Otro punto en contra lo vemos al momento de escoger el carro y es que es un paso hacia atrás en la saga el hecho de que sean armables, en lugar de que cada quien tenga su carro propio. Como punto máximo en contra y sin ser culpa total del juego como tal, es la manera de controlarlo y es que debido a las características físicas de la consola, resulta en poco tiempo (1-2 horas) increíblemente incomodo de jugar.

    Un MK bastante flojito para lo que nos tiene acostumbrados la franquicia, y solo lo recomiendo a los fans más acérrimos de la misma. 7.6/10    … Expand
  63. Sausage22
    Nov 7, 2017
    8
    Great Mario Kart game, adds many things and improves on Wii edition. Only luckluster is small cast of characters. Looks and sounds great. Stable and playable online mode, its not very common for 3ds games.
  64. SrPepe
    Oct 30, 2017
    8
    Un muy buen juego de carreras de Mario. Divertido, mucho más si juegas con amigos. Muy difícil que la pases mal jugando este título, altamente recomendable.
  65. Focaccia
    Jul 15, 2017
    1
    Mario kart 7 underwhelmed me a lot. The controls were meh, and the replayability is almost inexistent. Some retro tracks are a nice addition but the new tracks and new characters are boring. The game was just meh in every single aspect. As a handheld game, it maybe sort of okay, but as a Mario kart game, it doesn't do the franchise justice.
  66. MarioGames
    Jul 10, 2017
    8
    Yes it's no bad but online mode have a lot of problem and have too much bug and communication error. But you can have your Mii and play with StreetPass friend
  67. CH513
    Jul 8, 2017
    7
    This entry is probably my least favorite game in the Mario Kart series, but don't get me wrong, it's not really a bad game (7/10 is not too bad). While the game has some great race tracks, like DK Jungle, Neo Bowser City, Piranha Plant Slide and Rainbow Road, most MK7 tracks are quite bland and easy. It really seems Nintendo had ran out of ideas for the game. The character roster is veryThis entry is probably my least favorite game in the Mario Kart series, but don't get me wrong, it's not really a bad game (7/10 is not too bad). While the game has some great race tracks, like DK Jungle, Neo Bowser City, Piranha Plant Slide and Rainbow Road, most MK7 tracks are quite bland and easy. It really seems Nintendo had ran out of ideas for the game. The character roster is very weak, as well. Honey Queen and Wiggler aren't very iconic Mario characters. Waluigi is a lot more iconic, and he should have been playable. But Metal Mario is easily the worst inclusion, he´s just Mario encased in metal. Battle mode is very boring, as 2-minute matches and boring stages screwed it over. VS mode is only available in multiplayer, and it's not even that good there. But the soundtrack is very decent, the graphics are great for the 3DS, and the 3D effect is very neat. Overall, the game is fun, but at the same time, is a bit lacking. Good thing Nintendo recovered a bit in Mario Kart 8.… Expand
  68. AndrextheGAMER
    Jul 5, 2017
    9
    Gioco uscito nel 2011 , e tuttora uno dei migliori titoli per 3ds, l'unico difetto del gioco che non rende il gioco a pieno 10 è il multigiocatore locale che usufruisce di 2 + console n3ds/n2ds. Al contrario per Mario Kart 8per Wii U e MK8 dexule per NSwitch che per giocare in locale si usufruisce di una sola console
  69. Tritonio
    Jul 3, 2017
    4
    Meh... Single player is too random for me to enjoy. Feels like you constantly need to focus on item management and when to switch positions with someone else. If you immerse yourself to the actual race (like I want to do when playing a racing game) you'll end up losing at the finishing line because of some shell hitting you. And winning because of a finding a good item at the last momentMeh... Single player is too random for me to enjoy. Feels like you constantly need to focus on item management and when to switch positions with someone else. If you immerse yourself to the actual race (like I want to do when playing a racing game) you'll end up losing at the finishing line because of some shell hitting you. And winning because of a finding a good item at the last moment doesn't feel fulfilling either.

    Multiplayer with strangers is harder but feels more balanced and less random than when playing single player though. Unless you have someone hacking but even then they usually just stay at first place and you can quite often ignore them.    … Expand
  70. silvally
    Apr 22, 2017
    9
    This game has a good vibe but the roster was ok and there was no other flaw. Perfect game lives up to its older brother mkds ALSO great multiplayer.(community)
  71. spongeswift
    Mar 20, 2017
    7
    Yes Mario Kart on the go is an amazing thing but sadly this game does not live up to the hype. Rainbow Road is fantastic, the online mode may be clean and easy and this game is very easy for beginners but the good things sadly can't outshine the bad things in the game. Some of the tracks are lazy, there isn't enough characters and playing with friends is a chore. Overall Mario Kart 7 is anYes Mario Kart on the go is an amazing thing but sadly this game does not live up to the hype. Rainbow Road is fantastic, the online mode may be clean and easy and this game is very easy for beginners but the good things sadly can't outshine the bad things in the game. Some of the tracks are lazy, there isn't enough characters and playing with friends is a chore. Overall Mario Kart 7 is an ok game that has some good aspects.… Expand
  72. PizzaW0lf
    Mar 6, 2017
    10
    this is a REALLY good mario kart game! I would say the best handheld one to date. What really makes this game amazing is the online being one of the best I've ever seen for a 3DS game. It has NO LAG. The tracks are also really good and fun I don't particularly dislike any of them. The only thing I don't like is the character roster being pretty lacking. Great 3DS game!
  73. SonicDude
    Nov 14, 2016
    8
    Mario kart 7 is a great game and a must have for your 3ds collection. The game has good stages, good music, great controls and a fine roster of characters as well as a great new cart customisation feature as well as well implemented gliding and underwater racing. The negatives are that: The game is relatively short er than previous instalments, It could've had a better roster, All theMario kart 7 is a great game and a must have for your 3ds collection. The game has good stages, good music, great controls and a fine roster of characters as well as a great new cart customisation feature as well as well implemented gliding and underwater racing. The negatives are that: The game is relatively short er than previous instalments, It could've had a better roster, All the customisations take a long time to unlock and a very few amount of stages that come or have been much better. An overall great game and 3ds must have despite some of it's flaws… Expand
  74. Nuteboy100
    Nov 7, 2016
    4
    Mario Kart 7 was one of Nintendo's big chance to be recognized, and they failed. Horribly. Mario Kart 7 has good game-play, and customization is fine, its that the character roster is very small, only compromises of 12 characters. Online mode is hacked at times, leaving a player vulnerable to being hacked, or meeting hacker on a race, and leaving servers down for maintenance

    Speaking    Mario Kart 7 was one of Nintendo's big chance to be recognized, and they failed. Horribly. Mario Kart 7 has good game-play, and customization is fine, its that the character roster is very small, only compromises of 12 characters. Online mode is hacked at times, leaving a player vulnerable to being hacked, or meeting hacker on a race, and leaving servers down for maintenance

    Speaking of "leaving", Nintendo left some things out. What happened to quick race?! Or what about the beloved missions from Mario Kart DS?!? They decided not to add those.

    That isn't all, the whole game is one big glitch. Maka Wuhu has a glitch that can skip three quarters of the whole track. What promises to be a revolutionary game would've been one if they fixed everything and added what the players wanted.

    I would give this game a skip.    … Expand
  75. TemplarGR
    Sep 9, 2016
    8
    Somewhat boring. I expected more. Don't get me wrong, this is a good Mario Kart game, and totally worthwhile to own if you have a 3DS. But they didn't give it their best, and it shows.

    As it stands, it is your typical franchise sequel: Better graphics, a few gameplay additions here and there, but overall, if you have played prior games in the franchise, this game gets stale fast.    Somewhat boring. I expected more. Don't get me wrong, this is a good Mario Kart game, and totally worthwhile to own if you have a 3DS. But they didn't give it their best, and it shows.

    As it stands, it is your typical franchise sequel: Better graphics, a few gameplay additions here and there, but overall, if you have played prior games in the franchise, this game gets stale fast.

    Worth it to own for some good Mario Kart multiplayer. But this is not among the best 3DS games, and i hope Nintendo makes a better effort for the next gen version.    … Expand
  76. baltowolf
    Aug 18, 2016
    7
    the game is good and has beautiful graphics, but sometimes comes will be annoying and a little trapasseiro sometimes, and the online mode is terrible, every worsening day today I was playing against a 7 players and one bugou simply teleports third place for the first and wins the race, since this happened on a 7 of 10 online races, and the positions are changing after the finish line, Ithe game is good and has beautiful graphics, but sometimes comes will be annoying and a little trapasseiro sometimes, and the online mode is terrible, every worsening day today I was playing against a 7 players and one bugou simply teleports third place for the first and wins the race, since this happened on a 7 of 10 online races, and the positions are changing after the finish line, I won a race and when the classification appeared I came in second in again I finished second and the classification changed to seventh, online mode is that this game has not… Expand
  77. GamecubeLover
    Aug 1, 2016
    7
    Mario Kart 7 is good but probably the worse in the series. I think the game has a BAD selection of characters and the courses are similar to other mario kart courses. This game is also another way to use Miis but the concept is overused.
  78. lucturgeon
    May 27, 2016
    8
    Overall, a good game. It includes some of the best Mariokart tracks ever (Wario Shipyard, Wuhuand island, Maka Wuhu, and Music Park), and most of the retro tracks are good. However, Neo Bowser City is the WORST Mariokart course ever.
  79. Figster512
    May 27, 2016
    10
    This is the best Mario Kart game. It has well-designed tracks as well as the usual 16 retro tracks, customizable karts, a large lineup of characters, and great graphics for a 3DS game. You unlock karts, characters, and parts through Grand Prix races. The online mode works really well with constant full lobbies and virtually no lag. Local multiplayer is great as well. Overall I have noThis is the best Mario Kart game. It has well-designed tracks as well as the usual 16 retro tracks, customizable karts, a large lineup of characters, and great graphics for a 3DS game. You unlock karts, characters, and parts through Grand Prix races. The online mode works really well with constant full lobbies and virtually no lag. Local multiplayer is great as well. Overall I have no complaints about this game and it is an essential for owners of a 3DS.… Expand
  80. Sai_rox
    May 7, 2016
    7
    The Mario kart series has always been a fan of mine, but this game was a little sub-par compared to all the others. First off, not the best character choices. They incorporated characters that weren't that beneficial to the Mario series, but left out some the key people that were helpful in the Mario kart series. Next, the new courses they designed weren't that good. I feel like that notThe Mario kart series has always been a fan of mine, but this game was a little sub-par compared to all the others. First off, not the best character choices. They incorporated characters that weren't that beneficial to the Mario series, but left out some the key people that were helpful in the Mario kart series. Next, the new courses they designed weren't that good. I feel like that not the most creativity was put into this game. Courses such as Shy guy Bazaar and Daisy Hills weren't that creative in my opinion. Three retro courses were added that weren't that good in my opinion. DS "DK Pass", GCN "Dino Dino Jungle" and GCN "Daisy Cruiser". Also, a major glitch was show able to slip past editing in Maka Wuhu, skipping about 1/3 of the track. Lastly, I pose a final question to Nintendo. How is Waluigi Pinball able to be added into the game, but not Waluigi himself?… Expand
  81. geo333
    Apr 10, 2016
    8
    Mario Kart on the 3ds is a great game with fun racing elements and beautiful soundtrack and game design, however the lack of many characters is disappointing. That said is still a great series continuation of a great game series
  82. Nintendo543
    Apr 7, 2016
    8
    This game is pretty fun. As with all Mario Kart games, you have different modes to choose from. You can choose Time Trials, which you are trying to get the fastest time possible. Then there are the two Battle Modes, which are Coin Runners and Balloon Battles. Those are really fun for quick sessions of play. Finally, there is the Grand Prix. The Grand Prix is basically the story mode, andThis game is pretty fun. As with all Mario Kart games, you have different modes to choose from. You can choose Time Trials, which you are trying to get the fastest time possible. Then there are the two Battle Modes, which are Coin Runners and Balloon Battles. Those are really fun for quick sessions of play. Finally, there is the Grand Prix. The Grand Prix is basically the story mode, and you are trying to get 3 Stars on each Cup. There are a few different modes for it. They are 50cc, 100cc, 150cc, and Mirror mode. 50cc is easiest, 100cc is medium, and 150cc is hard. The mirror mode is 150cc with the tracks inverted, so it'll be a tough challenge. This game also uses StreetPass, so you can see other peoples Win/Lose Ratio as well. The online is pretty good, but it does stutter a lot. Overall the game is alright, but if you are a casual gamer and looking for something to play, this is the game for you.… Expand
  83. EpicLadySponge
    Feb 3, 2016
    9
    To perfectly wrap up Mario Kart 7, it's a race to get it or a race to never get it afterlife. You choose your own path, guest. Get this to complete your life and then go back to whatever you're doing.
  84. Jollyjoe1000
    Jan 28, 2016
    8
    It is a good game but it dose not have as many good courses and also it is missing some aspects.such as vs race mode.Come nintendo if you make a mistake doint make it a big one
  85. alphaomega88
    Jan 6, 2016
    6
    Probably my least favorite Mario Kart game ever...while nothing feels broken, there is just 'something' missing, and it leaves this iteration, at least for me, feeling kinda soulless. IMHO, Mario Kart DS is the best handheld iteration yet released.
  86. SmashBPG
    Dec 28, 2015
    9
    Mario Kart 7 is a Must-Have if you own a System that is in the Nintendo 3DS family like a 3DS, 2DS, New, XL, just to name a few or I think that's all if them. Anyways... This game is amazing, great graphics, and perfect controls, if you played any Mario Kart Game especially Mario Kart DS, you're gonna love this game. I got this Game way back in 2011 for Christmas along with Mario SportsMario Kart 7 is a Must-Have if you own a System that is in the Nintendo 3DS family like a 3DS, 2DS, New, XL, just to name a few or I think that's all if them. Anyways... This game is amazing, great graphics, and perfect controls, if you played any Mario Kart Game especially Mario Kart DS, you're gonna love this game. I got this Game way back in 2011 for Christmas along with Mario Sports Mix, Pilotwings Resort, Super Paper Mario, etc. The graphics like I said is great for the 3DS. The controls are flawless and perfect. The game runs very smoothly at around 60 FPS (Frames Per Second). The new features such as the gliders, underwater racing, are cool. Hell, the jump boost from Mario Kart Wii made a return-even with the same Sounds. The Battle Mode is just fun and great. The Battle Arenas such as Wuhu Town (from Wii Fit and Wii Sports Resort), and the retro ones are awesome, as well as the tracks such as Wuhu Loop, Maka Wuhu (both of which are on Wuhu Island from Wii Sports Resort), Rosalina's Ice World, Rock Rock Mountain, and the retro ones are all awesome. The only flaw is...not having Single Player VS actually disappointed me. Online Mode is good. I have played this game for well over 100 Hours and have all 3 stars next to my name, this game truly is addictive... well at least for me. Mario Kart 7 is actually my fourth Favourite in the series, I liked 8, Double Dash and Wii slightly better but it's still a great game and if you hate MK7, you're BEYOND silly as JB. I recommend you get this.… Expand
  87. gdiego135
    Dec 3, 2015
    8
    This is the best Mario Kart game i've ever played it's really addicting, that it's made me get all the wheels, gliders and characters, im only missing the gold Kart other than that i have everything. I've always loved mario kart but this one adds more, you now i have these gliders that let you glide for a while when you go off a cliff, and you get to customize your kart with differentThis is the best Mario Kart game i've ever played it's really addicting, that it's made me get all the wheels, gliders and characters, im only missing the gold Kart other than that i have everything. I've always loved mario kart but this one adds more, you now i have these gliders that let you glide for a while when you go off a cliff, and you get to customize your kart with different wheels and such, and theirs alot of new characters, also the online is fun and competitive… Expand
  88. Bmaje
    Oct 30, 2015
    7
    I never got the hype of Mario Kart, and I can't work out the point of a second one on the DS except to exploit the 3DS's rather weak, blurry 3D function. Mario Kart isn't a bad game, by any stretch, but it really doesn't do anything to add to the series, except add flying to to the Mario Kart genre... And it doesn't really do much as the flying has rather dull, unresponsive controlsI never got the hype of Mario Kart, and I can't work out the point of a second one on the DS except to exploit the 3DS's rather weak, blurry 3D function. Mario Kart isn't a bad game, by any stretch, but it really doesn't do anything to add to the series, except add flying to to the Mario Kart genre... And it doesn't really do much as the flying has rather dull, unresponsive controls compared to the rest of the situations you'll find yourself in while playing the game. The roster plays like your usual who's who in the Mario Universe, and the larger characters like Bowser and Donkey Kong have slow acceleration yet high top speeds while Toad has great acceleration yet low top speeds and Mario has the best of both worlds. Does that count as a spoiler?… Expand
  89. Hakros323
    Oct 30, 2015
    8
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. This game does have some faults, but is overall a strong game for both the Mario Kart series and the 3DS. One of the best things about the game is the online play, which is better than Mario Kart Wii. It's very addictive and fun. Players online have VR, which shows how good the player is, and will either increase or drop, depending on your finishing place.
    This game does bring some new features. It introduced the Gliders that allows you to soar through the air, and you can now drive underwater.
    Perhaps the biggest feature is the new Vehicle Assembly. You can pick your vehicle's Body, wheels, and glider, which can bring some unique combination.
    The courses are also fun and unique, although there are some dead weight in the courses. My personal favorite is Piranha Plant Slide. The retro courses are pretty cool, too. It has GCN Daisy Cruiser, DS Waluigi Pinball, Wii Koopa Cape. Just to name a few.
    However the game does have faults. Perhaps my biggest grip is the roster. The game only have 17 characters to play as, which is a big step-down from the Mario Kart Wii's roster. They kept staple characters like Daisy and Wario, as well as some fan favorites like Rosalina and Shy Guy, but also cut out beloved Mario Kart veterans like Waluigi, Toadette, Bowser Jr. & Diddy Kong. And the newcomers does not make up for that in the sightliest. The newcomers include Honey Queen, Lakitu, Wiggler, and Metal Mario. Most, if not all, of these characters, nobody asked for. This is definitely the weakest roster in the series so far.
    They also cut bikes and missions, which is a disappointment.
    Overall, despite some shortcomings, the game is easy to pick up, and fun to play. The graphic is marvelous and the online play is addictive. A game for everyone.    … Expand
  90. Malprodigy
    Oct 20, 2015
    7
    Online matchmaking is a disaster (expect to wait at least 5 minutes before getting into a game) and the customization options, while intending to cater to individual's racing preferences, leave only a few viable combinations if you want to actually win online. Other than that, a great racing game as are most Mario Kart entries!
  91. Sandy34
    Aug 5, 2015
    10
    This was the first game I ever played on the 3DS, and I could not be more happy with how it turned out. With some beautiful graphics, great controls, and some very nice additions from the last game in the series, I feeled like I was actually riding in a go-kart through this entire game. The 3D in this game actually helps , and makes it feel much more crisp than previous installments. IThis was the first game I ever played on the 3DS, and I could not be more happy with how it turned out. With some beautiful graphics, great controls, and some very nice additions from the last game in the series, I feeled like I was actually riding in a go-kart through this entire game. The 3D in this game actually helps , and makes it feel much more crisp than previous installments. I think that this might be the best Mario Kart game.… Expand
  92. tdunster
    Jul 4, 2015
    6
    My introduction to Mario Kart was when the SNES release came out. I was expecting a lot from the 3ds version and as such I was disappointed. it's just not fun anymore. Even online you still feel like you are on your own as it's become more about holding a racing line than actually competing with your opponents via power-ups and launching things at them.

    Lots of people love this game    My introduction to Mario Kart was when the SNES release came out. I was expecting a lot from the 3ds version and as such I was disappointed. it's just not fun anymore. Even online you still feel like you are on your own as it's become more about holding a racing line than actually competing with your opponents via power-ups and launching things at them.

    Lots of people love this game but I have no idea why. It's too simple to be a simulation and its too boring to be an arcade racer.

    The graphics and 3d effects are good as is the sound and overall presentation so for that I will give it a reluctant 6/10.    … Expand
  93. funkydoodycool
    May 28, 2015
    9
    An almost perfect Mario Kart game. I've long preferred the handheld offerings, at least for single player fun, and this entry has not let the series down. The tracks are all exciting and fun, the graphics are beautiful and the music enjoyable on every track. The game seems to have been balanced better than others, with the CPU players not seeming to "cheat" as often - on MKDS I wouldAn almost perfect Mario Kart game. I've long preferred the handheld offerings, at least for single player fun, and this entry has not let the series down. The tracks are all exciting and fun, the graphics are beautiful and the music enjoyable on every track. The game seems to have been balanced better than others, with the CPU players not seeming to "cheat" as often - on MKDS I would often be close to winning a race when a few million red and blue shells would come at me and make me end 5th. Well, it seemed that way sometimes.

    Of course the game includes a Retro cup, with levels from earlier entries remade in the 3DS engine. These are fun and almost entirely great choices. One strange choice though was to include levels from the DS game, which you can play on your 3DS console anyway, but I guess not EVERYONE has it. It IS nice to see them in the upgraded game engine though!

    Gameplay remains largely the same as you will know from the series, with additions from the Wii title including a speed boost if you hit the hop button as you leave a ramp. To me this adds little to the racing - if anything it makes it even easier to get to the front of the pack. This is already a little easier than the others, probably due to the previously mentioned lack of "cheating" CPU. This game also includes short flying sections (sometimes shoehorned into the retro tracks) where you leave certain ramps and a hang glider pops out of your car. This is fun, but again adds little to the racing. I would have preferred to see a Diddy Kong Racing styled choice between flying or driving on selected tracks.    … Expand
  94. cooldipp
    Mar 20, 2015
    5
    ima have to give this a 5 because of the character roster downsize, mission mode(really don't care about it) and single character stats,kart selection(Mario kart ds u get your own kart that's design just for that racer) but it has some good things about it like
    -3D mode
    -beautiful designs -first row 3ds tracks only bottom track previous games tracks -new charcters -A.I harder(not    ima have to give this a 5 because of the character roster downsize, mission mode(really don't care about it) and single character stats,kart selection(Mario kart ds u get your own kart that's design just for that racer) but it has some good things about it like
    -3D mode
    -beautiful designs
    -first row 3ds tracks only bottom track previous games tracks
    -new charcters
    -A.I harder(not really)
    -new items
    and that's pretty much it from my point of view
    But it could have been better they should have kept the character roster(R.O.B,Dry bones) and at least make the A.I harder other then that's this is a good game    … Expand
  95. jacobmario21
    Mar 18, 2015
    9
    Okay there is one bad thing about this game. There are only like 16 characters. Other than that, this game is ten times better than any other 3ds game.
  96. Titannumber20
    Mar 15, 2015
    8
    While this game does offer a few new gimmicks like Gliding and underwater racing, it still is the same old Mario Kart we have been enjoying for years, and while it is frustrating at times, it still is overall a very fun experience.
  97. Mariofan
    Mar 1, 2015
    8
    Great Mario Kart game! My 4th favourite so far. The graphics are great for 3DS. The tracks are awesome! The character selection is okay but not great. The controls are perfect and not buggy at all. Mario Kart 7 is a must buy for all 3DS owners. Would have got a 9 if there was a VS mode.
  98. Beastprogamer
    Feb 26, 2015
    9
    Second best Mario Kart game with first being Mario Kart Wii. The characters are okay,the graphics are stunning,the stages and courses are the best. Maka Wuhu is my favourite stage and my time trial best is approximately 1 min. and 10sec. Online is decent. I like how the Mario Kart Channel came back and the please wait a moment sound effect was also reused from Mario Kart Wii. One of theSecond best Mario Kart game with first being Mario Kart Wii. The characters are okay,the graphics are stunning,the stages and courses are the best. Maka Wuhu is my favourite stage and my time trial best is approximately 1 min. and 10sec. Online is decent. I like how the Mario Kart Channel came back and the please wait a moment sound effect was also reused from Mario Kart Wii. One of the best handheld game of ALL-TIME and you should definitely go pick it up. Would have been an 10/10 if they had Solo VS mode where you against AI Opponents and choosing stage.… Expand
  99. TFFANBOYYY
    Feb 15, 2015
    9
    One of the best reasons to own a 3DS. I love the impressive new courses, and the fun new multiplayer. A very fun and addicting mario kart game that everyone should consider buying.
  100. DBPirate1129
    Jan 10, 2015
    8
    Mario Kart 7, like all the games in the Mario Kart series, is super fun and engaging and will keep you playing for years...or at least, until the next installment arrives. This entry is no exception and perhaps has even more lasting appeal with its on-the-go capabilities. How does Mario Kart 7 stand up to its predecessors and it is better than its successor? Here are the answers:

    In my    Mario Kart 7, like all the games in the Mario Kart series, is super fun and engaging and will keep you playing for years...or at least, until the next installment arrives. This entry is no exception and perhaps has even more lasting appeal with its on-the-go capabilities. How does Mario Kart 7 stand up to its predecessors and it is better than its successor? Here are the answers:

    In my opinion, Mario Kart Wii is a bit better than Mario Kart 7. MK7's new courses aren't as good and the character roster is just terrible compared to the Wii entry. Characters like the Honey Queen from Super Mario Galaxy and Lakitu (who is already in the game as a referee, mind you) were just not needed. Though some may argue that the characters don't matter, I'm pretty sure most would not be impressed.

    The game is far from and though. Both the new and retro selections are great (even if there are a few boring ones: Cheep Cheep Lagoon, Shy Guy Bazaar, Daisy Hills, etc.) and will keep you coming back again and again. The online is an improvement over Wii with much better connection and better retro courses to choose from. Battle mode is also better than Wii even if it has fewer stages to choose from.

    Overall, Mario Kart 7 is another great installment even if it isn't as good as its predecessor. The battle mode and online are a huge improvement and for most, that's all that's needed.    … Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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#5 Best 3DS Game of 2011
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#3 Most Discussed 3DS Game of 2011
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#4 Most Shared 3DS Game of 2011

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85

Generally favorable reviews - based on 73 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 64 out of 73
  2. Mixed: 9 out of 73
  3. Negative: 0 out of 73
  1. Gameplanet
    Feb 14, 2012
    80
    It's not doing anything revolutionary on it's own, but serves the loyal audience with the best offering Nintendo can muster – and that's pretty good indeed.
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  2. Gamer.no
    Feb 6, 2012
    70
    Unless you are a big Mario Kart-fan, this game might not be worthbuying. By all means, it's fun the way only Mario Kart can be, itlooks more stunning than ever before and if you need new tracks it caneasily offer hours of entertainment. But Nintendo must have made this game on autopilot.
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  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jan 19, 2012
    60
    Arcade racing game cooked by well-tried foolproof recipe entertains you most of the time but there are a few frustrating moments too. [Christmas 2011]
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