Mario Kart 7

 3DS
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8.2

Generally favorable reviews- based on 947 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 162 out of 947
  3. Negative: 40 out of 947
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  1. 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.
  2. 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
  3. Diegochocho
    Jul 8, 2018
    8
    Como siempre, nunca decepcionar los Mario Kart, y sigue están a la altura de los otros.
  4. 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)
  5. JPK
    Jul 20, 2019
    9
    Highly Enjoyable
    It’s Mario Kart, What else do I have to say because it’s a great game.
  6. 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.
  7. 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
  8. 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
  9. 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
  10. 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
  11. 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!
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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.
  15. 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
  16. 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.
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. Bernyz
    Sep 20, 2019
    9
    Es el mejor Mario kart para portátiles, los gráficos impresionantes y más con el 3d
  22. Zequila
    Jan 8, 2020
    7
    Great game but too short and easy. In 3 hours i win all 150cc cups and unlock everything.
  23. 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
  24. 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.
  25. 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
  26. 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!
  27. 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.
  28. 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.
  29. 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
  30. 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.
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Awards & Rankings

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

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Metascore
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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