Mario Kart: Double Dash!!

 GameCube
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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 518 Ratings

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  1. Teliiii
    Nov 16, 2011
    9
    Solo mode is fun, but playing with others makes this game more fun! I like the whole idea of special items and 2 people of a kart! The tracks are amazing and there are so many things to unlock, constantly keeping you on your feet. I love how the character rooster was huge and the addition of some new characters such as toad and toadette. A must have for gamecube owners!
  2. Zilcell
    Nov 7, 2011
    9
    It is one of the best Mario Kart games and the ability to have 2 players in each vehicle makes it even better. It really makes the game more customizable and unique compared to other racing games.
  3. Justinavery7074
    Apr 1, 2013
    10
    Mario will never stop being fun. And when there are other characters from the Nintendo universe, it was so fun. They never make games like this anymore.
  4. Mariofan
    Feb 21, 2015
    9
    This game is awesome. The 2nd best Mario Kart game to date. The graphics were amazing at the time. The track selection is great. The character selection is awesome. The controls are good. Mario Kart Double Dash is a great Mario Kart game and it's definitely worth getting!
  5. Beastprogamer
    Nov 14, 2015
    9
    Second best MK Game up-to-date! The graphics are great and a little beyond standards for the Nintendo GameCube. The Character Selection is good except I like Mario Kart Wii's a bit better. The 2 character-in-1 Cart is awesome. The kart design is great especially the Yoshi one. The tracks are what I love the most about the game. The music/soundtrack is amazing. Mario Kart Double Dash is oneSecond best MK Game up-to-date! The graphics are great and a little beyond standards for the Nintendo GameCube. The Character Selection is good except I like Mario Kart Wii's a bit better. The 2 character-in-1 Cart is awesome. The kart design is great especially the Yoshi one. The tracks are what I love the most about the game. The music/soundtrack is amazing. Mario Kart Double Dash is one of the games I got back to recently and you should DEFINITELY pick it up if you find one for a great deal. And if you hate MKDD, you're BEYOND silly as JB.… Expand
  6. DrewtheDude85
    Mar 30, 2014
    9
    I think Mario Kart: Double Dash is an amazing game and probably my absolute favorite Mario Kart game. It is full of a lot fun a creative courses, it is amazing playing this game with friends. It may not have some of the "bells and whistles" that the later Mario Karts have, but I still enjoyed it very much. I loved the fact that you can have two characters on one Kart, however I do thinkI think Mario Kart: Double Dash is an amazing game and probably my absolute favorite Mario Kart game. It is full of a lot fun a creative courses, it is amazing playing this game with friends. It may not have some of the "bells and whistles" that the later Mario Karts have, but I still enjoyed it very much. I loved the fact that you can have two characters on one Kart, however I do think that they should have at least had the option to play it traditionally as well, but I did like that they used that and I think that should make it return to a future. Mario Kart. Double Dash!! is my favorite Mario Kart and I think that all Mario Kart fans should try it if they haven't already.… Expand
  7. Yoyoshiman
    Jul 26, 2018
    10
    I absolutely love everything about this game. Nothing else to say but, I will mention that this game is usually the game that is always in my GameCube.
  8. SonicSpeedo92
    Jun 21, 2018
    9
    Mario Kart Double Dash reinvents the wheel with two people in one kart. This means that Mario Kart becomes more strategic, because you can switch between items if you get an item box for each character. And that's not all. Each duo has a unique special item. These range from fireballs, to big bananas, and huge Bowser shells. And the tracks are some of the best in the series. DK Mountain,Mario Kart Double Dash reinvents the wheel with two people in one kart. This means that Mario Kart becomes more strategic, because you can switch between items if you get an item box for each character. And that's not all. Each duo has a unique special item. These range from fireballs, to big bananas, and huge Bowser shells. And the tracks are some of the best in the series. DK Mountain, Wario Colosseum, and Daisy Cruiser are examples. My only gripe is the controls, but you'll get used to them eventually. The battle mode is also amazing to play with friends. Whether you're playing Shine Thief in Pipe Plaza, Balloon Battle in Luigi's Mansion, or Bob-omb Blast on a freaking Nintendo GameCube, Battle Mode is always frantic and fun. Mario Kart Double Dash is fun for everyone. Definitely the best multiplayer game for the GameCube (NOTE: I haven't played Super Smash Bros. Melee yet).… Expand
  9. PacMax
    Oct 25, 2018
    8
    With great controls, insane music, nice tracks and wacky visuals, this game is easily the best Mario Kart ever made, and for GameCube, that says a lot.
  10. Tokyochuchu
    Apr 22, 2012
    6
    Mario Kart: Double Dash is a solid kart racer that does what it sets out to do. It's fun in multiplayer and quite entertaining as a solo experience too. It is missing the 'x factor', though. It's not something you can put your finger on, exactly, just a notion that the game isn't as fun as it should be. The N64 Mario Kart had that special ingredient and so did the DS version. This GamecubeMario Kart: Double Dash is a solid kart racer that does what it sets out to do. It's fun in multiplayer and quite entertaining as a solo experience too. It is missing the 'x factor', though. It's not something you can put your finger on, exactly, just a notion that the game isn't as fun as it should be. The N64 Mario Kart had that special ingredient and so did the DS version. This Gamecube iteration misses the mark in that regard and flounders in the company of it's more durable brethren. Basically speaking, this is a descent game but there are much better karting games available.… Expand
  11. NorwayGamer
    Feb 3, 2019
    9
    a fantastic game in the series, I really loved it. it is really cool that each character has their own special item, and combining two different characters can make for some strategic fun.

    this is my personal 2nd favorite of the MarioKart's after Kart8. really great fun, and highly recommended.
  12. RickN.
    Dec 6, 2003
    4
    I went out and purchased MK:DD. I wasa expecting a completely new game. Unfortunatly it borrows too many elements from the older Mario Kart games. It felt almost identical to the N64 version. The things they added seem tacked on and could have been overlooked if it didn't seem recyled with a new plastic wraper. I saw the broadband insignia on the back so I assumed that they finnally I went out and purchased MK:DD. I wasa expecting a completely new game. Unfortunatly it borrows too many elements from the older Mario Kart games. It felt almost identical to the N64 version. The things they added seem tacked on and could have been overlooked if it didn't seem recyled with a new plastic wraper. I saw the broadband insignia on the back so I assumed that they finnally released another online game... not to be true I'm afraid. They turned it into LAN. How many people would drag 4 TV 4 Gamecubes and 4 Disks just to use the LAN feature? Not many I'm sure. I would of liked to give it a better score but I simply can't bring myself to eaise it any higher. Sorry. … Expand
  13. Mauhiho
    Feb 23, 2013
    3
    This game is horrible. Why? Well let me tell you this. First up, the controls. The controls are HORRIBLE.
    Your characters move all over the place while driving, resulting in colliding with walls, CPU players or even items you would normally easily avoid like bananas or shells. Second, the tracks. They are not designed well and some of them are actually really frustrating (Like the Wario    This game is horrible. Why? Well let me tell you this. First up, the controls. The controls are HORRIBLE.
    Your characters move all over the place while driving, resulting in colliding with walls, CPU players or even items you would normally easily avoid like bananas or shells. Second, the tracks. They are not designed well and some of them are actually really frustrating (Like the Wario Stadium or the ice stage). Next up is the soundtrack. For me, soundtrack is the most important thing in a video game and yeah.. that is lacking in this one. Not memorable at all and some are just a pain to listen to. The only real good soundtrack in the game comes from Rainbow Road, the final track in the game. It's also the only acceptable race track in the game. Next up are the graphics, which are honestly not that bad! Colorfull and sparkling, they really take full advantage of the GameCube capabilities. So yeah.. finally a positive thing about the game haha. Next up is the difficulty IT IS INSANE. Due to the bad controls you will swing back and forth in the track, making it almost impossible to get even first in the 100 CC Cups.
    Plus the bad designed race tracks adding it all up makes for a very frustrating experience. The CPU will CRUSH you if you can't handle the controls and that's exactly what's gonna happen to new players to the Mario Kart series. Lastly the replay value. Like in Mario Kart 64, you can play the 50 CC, 100 CC and 150 CC all of which are easy or terribly hard, depending which one you choose. 50 CC is the easiest while the unlockable Mirror Mode is the hardest. But other than that, there is nothing else you can do in the game but that is understandable in a Mario Kart game; It was so before in the past so I won't call it a negative point. In conslusion, Mario Kart: Double Dash!! is one of the worst games i've ever played in my life. Bad controls, bad camera angle, bad level design, frustrating AI and forgettable soundtrack makes this one kart game you DON'T want to ride.    … Expand
  14. ChrisW.
    Jan 20, 2004
    10
    It's absolutely great! You will love this game. If you have a Gamecube... GET THIS GAME!!!
  15. ChrisM.
    Jan 1, 2004
    5
    This game has nothing on MK64. This game feels so slow and boring it is painfull. Not only that but it can be completed with such ease it isn't worth purchasing. Multiplayer is the only area where this game shines unfortunatley.
  16. lala
    Jan 27, 2004
    0
    The grafik is very bad bad gameplay the game is a oke for nintendo.
  17. JayE
    Aug 10, 2009
    6
    If you are under 10 years old or if you play the game with your little kids, then you will like this game. If you are 15+ after a beefed up sequel to MK:64, it wont appeal to you. The gameplay is too simple and there is virtually no skill involved. Winning generally depends on what items you get. Its a family game, not a racing game. Mario Kart 64 and SNES are much better games, they have If you are under 10 years old or if you play the game with your little kids, then you will like this game. If you are 15+ after a beefed up sequel to MK:64, it wont appeal to you. The gameplay is too simple and there is virtually no skill involved. Winning generally depends on what items you get. Its a family game, not a racing game. Mario Kart 64 and SNES are much better games, they have proper karts and require of skill and reflexes to master, and have that classic Mario Kart atmosphere. Dislikes: Crying babies, driving prams and other weird vehicles, no karts!, everything is too cutesy, unable to jump while power sliding, the frustrating item bashing from the CPU players when you are ahead, dull gameplay, cannot hold items behind you. Nintendo should have taken MK:64, kept the same gameplay and dynamics, updated the graphics and made longer tracks, and added more content. Instead we get Mario Pram:Double Cry.… Expand
  18. Rikardos
    Nov 25, 2003
    6
    Disappointing - where's the look behind button? Where's the more complicated challenging tracks (even on the original the second cup started getting difficult - so such luck here)? Battle mode sucks! Where's the levels with elements to hide in or steer around when you're being chased - they're too small to do anything in (and that Gamecube level is a total waste Disappointing - where's the look behind button? Where's the more complicated challenging tracks (even on the original the second cup started getting difficult - so such luck here)? Battle mode sucks! Where's the levels with elements to hide in or steer around when you're being chased - they're too small to do anything in (and that Gamecube level is a total waste and lazy programming). Good graphics, sound and initially I was pleased but the hard turn without the hop doesn't feel right and makes it less precise than it previously was. A good game for people who haven't played Mario Kart before but old-time gamers prepare to be disappointed! And I've been a fan of Mario Kart from the beginning on the SNES but this ain't nothing like it!… Expand
  19. DougF.
    Jan 20, 2004
    6
    It's not the better mario kart. i'm sorry there are not many things in this game.
  20. JonathanQ.
    May 9, 2008
    4
    I'm a big mario kart fan but this is a rubbish generic racer - a disgrace to the whole series you may find it fun - but as a mario kart - it is so far from what we loved about mario kart from the snes, n64 it is a stupid gimmick with 2 players - just poor and made me cry, it was such a big disappointment.
  21. AlC.
    Nov 14, 2007
    0
    Wo!!! This game sucks, the animation is blury and the effects are too fast, its too much to control. Way over the top dullness.
  22. AndrewC.
    Nov 14, 2007
    0
    Dull stuff, two people on a kart, so many obstacles, this is stupid, double dash is double dumb brainless fun.
  23. AngryMan
    Jul 25, 2015
    0
    This is the worst game I've ever raced. After analyzing this game with a team of Nascar racers, we've all come to the unanimous conclusion that this game is painfully unrealistic and dangerous to the young and stupid minds of our children. Allow me to elaborate.

    This game teaches our children that driving recklessly and drive-by shooting is okay. It also teaches them that spending time    This is the worst game I've ever raced. After analyzing this game with a team of Nascar racers, we've all come to the unanimous conclusion that this game is painfully unrealistic and dangerous to the young and stupid minds of our children. Allow me to elaborate.

    This game teaches our children that driving recklessly and drive-by shooting is okay. It also teaches them that spending time with a kidnapping turtle on steroids and a barrel-throwing monkey is the right thing to do.

    Contrary to what you might believe, it is physically impossible to drive a car on a rainbow. Maybe if the creators had actually done their homework, they could have avoided such gross mistakes in the capabilities of refracted light.

    I don't approve of this game having unlockable characters and maps. It's clear that they should have had all content available for purchase. Cause if there is one thing I love, it's buying a game and then forking over even more money to the developers so that my character can wear a blue cowboy hat instead of a green one. I only had to spend 14 bucks on this game! What a ripoff! I should have had to give over at least 30 more.

    I also hate that this game involves teamwork by allowing two people to drive/operate the same kart! I hate teamwork, I hate all my friends, and I don't need to be reminded how frustratingly lonely I am! Get your head in the game Nintendo. No one will ever buy any of your games unless you start making good content. I don't even know what a Nintendo is!

    So what we have hear is just some game no one has ever played or heard of. And it will do nothing but crash and burn.    … Expand
  24. LarryKoopa102
    Mar 22, 2017
    1
    This game is just plain horrible. Not only do you have to choose two racers for one kart, you also have terrible drifting, terrible characters like Petey Piranha and Diddy Kong (thank God they never came back) the flying Blue Shell, and worst of all: terrible tracks. I give this game a 1 out of 10 because of all this bullcrap.
  25. StanCobalt
    Jan 4, 2018
    0
    The most infuriating Mario Kart I've ever played. The bots are set out to personally screw you over, I have every race a bot throw a god damn red shell backwards when there are numerous bots ahead of them, but they have to throw it back to me. The hit box on bananas and shells are ridiculous too, you can clearly see you're not touching the shell/banana but you still get hit, the botsThe most infuriating Mario Kart I've ever played. The bots are set out to personally screw you over, I have every race a bot throw a god damn red shell backwards when there are numerous bots ahead of them, but they have to throw it back to me. The hit box on bananas and shells are ridiculous too, you can clearly see you're not touching the shell/banana but you still get hit, the bots either easily dodge a shell or banana, or they just drive straight into them. Also having to drift just to take a corner without braking so much is stupid.… Expand
  26. UltraGamer50
    Sep 30, 2020
    6
    To me a very mediocore title. The graphics look stunning and the Charm is undeniable, but the lack of an incentive to come back to this game despite all the positive reviews, just make put it in the middle of the spectrum for me.

    Pros: 1. Good Graphics despite the Gamecubes Hardware. 2. Fun Multiplayer mode 3. Tracks are fun especially Baby Park, a giant oval with 7 whole laps    To me a very mediocore title. The graphics look stunning and the Charm is undeniable, but the lack of an incentive to come back to this game despite all the positive reviews, just make put it in the middle of the spectrum for me.

    Pros:
    1. Good Graphics despite the Gamecubes Hardware.
    2. Fun Multiplayer mode
    3. Tracks are fun especially Baby Park, a giant oval with 7 whole laps

    Negatives:

    1. Little replay value
    2. Reuse of SFX in certain places
    3. Not enough tracks
    4. Certainly better games out there

    Would i recommend it? No, but that doesnt mean its bad at all, just not my favourite and you can disagree with me, but if so then make your own review.    … Expand
  27. GaryS.
    Jan 7, 2004
    8
    Nice-looking and a lot of fun. On the other hand, just as it was with the 64 version, the bar has been lowered on difficulty. When everyone knows the courses (and most of them are quite simple) the winner will be determined by who gets the right item at the right time.
  28. ChristopherH.
    Jun 7, 2007
    10
    This is a really great game. Its only fault; mediocre battle arenas. Where is multi-storey block fort? My favourite gamecube game. Buy it.
  29. RyanM.
    Jan 29, 2004
    9
    This game has incredible multiplayer. It's starngely addictive, but what brought me down was the shortness. This game could easily be beaten in one sitting. there's not much depth, and truly...not that many crazy unlockables.
  30. JonnyL.
    Jun 3, 2007
    9
    This is probably the first video game i ever played and i love it. And its not too easy or difficult for me either. this is an awesome game.
  31. CalebO.
    Nov 11, 2003
    10
    I think Mario Kart will shine brightest as multiplayer because it has both head-to-head and co-op. There is no online yes, but racing games aren't that great online anyway compared to MMORPG, squad-based FPS and Strategy/Sims online games. So if I'm playing online, I'm playing something in those genres. Racing is best when you have your friends over and can talk smack face I think Mario Kart will shine brightest as multiplayer because it has both head-to-head and co-op. There is no online yes, but racing games aren't that great online anyway compared to MMORPG, squad-based FPS and Strategy/Sims online games. So if I'm playing online, I'm playing something in those genres. Racing is best when you have your friends over and can talk smack face to face. Bottom line, Mario Kart 64 was one of the best games I've played in terms of replayability, ease of use (good for novice buddies and girlfriends to pick-up when you're hanging out), and fun. I'm normally not a preorder-er but i know this one is going to improve on that game and be straight-up golden.… Expand
  32. SamiN.
    Nov 30, 2003
    9
    This is great game,and also one of the best game for the gamecube!
  33. Wood
    Nov 3, 2004
    7
    good not not much in depth it all u do is win the cups murphy is so wrong.
  34. JoeL.
    Jan 19, 2004
    8
    Liked the game.....but it just doesnt have that addictive quality like mk64. please.....bring it to gamecube....please...
  35. PerryM.
    Jan 22, 2004
    9
    This is a highly enjoyble game with nice courses, but the difficulty is kinda high.
  36. KingA.
    Feb 26, 2004
    9
    Nothing deserves a 10 but this game is total fun. I am surprise that people are giving this game less than 8! Those people obviously did not play the game and unlock all the characters. On 150cc setting the computer can still beat a seasoned veteran. This game is for the loners as well as one of the best multiplayer games for any system. Nothing beats tagging your friends system with your Nothing deserves a 10 but this game is total fun. I am surprise that people are giving this game less than 8! Those people obviously did not play the game and unlock all the characters. On 150cc setting the computer can still beat a seasoned veteran. This game is for the loners as well as one of the best multiplayer games for any system. Nothing beats tagging your friends system with your intials after setting a record. … Expand
  37. RalphS.
    May 22, 2004
    9
    For multiplayer GC gaming this is it! Even friends and co-workers who are not big GC fans are constantly wanting to know when the next MKDD party is going to be. For multiplayer GC, and real-world response, MKDD should rank in the top 2 or 3 for GC.
  38. MattT.
    Aug 12, 2004
    9
    It's a great game. The graphics are great, and there is plenty of secret stuff to work for. The multiplayer is also endless fun. The game is really hard though.. You have to be really good to beat the game 100%.
  39. MarioLuigi
    Jan 20, 2008
    10
    The best Mario Kart to date in my opinion. I have Mario Kart DS and I still think this one is better. It feels much more fluid and fast, the courses are better and the double characters add more variety, strategy and weapons to the game. The Gamecube's awesome controller (still to this day it's the best) makes racing easy on the hands and snaking easy on the thumb unlike in The best Mario Kart to date in my opinion. I have Mario Kart DS and I still think this one is better. It feels much more fluid and fast, the courses are better and the double characters add more variety, strategy and weapons to the game. The Gamecube's awesome controller (still to this day it's the best) makes racing easy on the hands and snaking easy on the thumb unlike in Mario Kart DS with the D pad. The gameplay with 2 characters and all the special items makes this a much more exciting and multiplayer suited game over Mario Kart DS. While I like Mario Kart DS still, it feels slightly more generic compared to Double Dash. The graphics in this game are also awesome to look at and it all runs at 60fps with no lag. I don't know how this got 79 on IGN because it really is a definite improvement over the N64 one....I wouldn't call it a mediocre effort at all. Now we just have to see how Mario Kart Wii goes.… Expand
  40. Joe
    Nov 21, 2003
    10
    Don't listen to the Xbox fanboys who are jealous that this game is funner than Project Gotham 2! The visuals are incredible, the single player is challenging, and the co-op and battle modes will be the life of your parties! Buy this game now!
  41. MarcusB.
    Dec 1, 2003
    5
    I will never understand how the Mario Kart series gets such high accolades. Sure, the multiplayer is fun for a while, but the cutesy graphics and repetitive gameplay drag this title down bigtime.
  42. JonnoF.
    Dec 20, 2003
    10
    BRILL!
  43. JeffM.
    Dec 30, 2003
    10
    One of the best Gamecube games you can get.
  44. Wario
    Dec 30, 2003
    10
    RickN this game is da bomb. It's nothing like the N64 version look at the track design. It looks like you haven't even unlocked Rainbow Road!!!!
  45. BarelieaRedneck
    Oct 26, 2003
    9
    Good clean fun for the whole damn family!
  46. StephenK.
    Dec 7, 2003
    9
    This game is phenomenal fun. Although it lacks the single player intensity i was hoping for, it does however deliver strong new multiplayer fun. It allows you to play with two racers per kart. This is a great idea it allows you to have more people play and it makes things a little more hectic. This game is the ultimate multiplayer game having up to sixteen players at once. I highly This game is phenomenal fun. Although it lacks the single player intensity i was hoping for, it does however deliver strong new multiplayer fun. It allows you to play with two racers per kart. This is a great idea it allows you to have more people play and it makes things a little more hectic. This game is the ultimate multiplayer game having up to sixteen players at once. I highly suggest this game.… Expand
  47. JonathanP.
    Dec 9, 2003
    10
    The best in the series yet -- absolutely fantastic multiplayer and the strongest single-player version yet to date. Not to be missed by any means.
  48. DanielM.
    Nov 2, 2004
    10
    Best racer ever, multiplayer is cool.
  49. Robby
    Jan 23, 2004
    10
    This is a great game. If you beat the game I would suggest to delete the data and beat it again.
  50. Tomek
    Feb 14, 2004
    10
    This game is amazing, no matter what anyone says, especially lala, I mean anyone who can't even spell graafik or OK (or okay) doesn't deserve a vote.
  51. JohnD.
    Feb 6, 2004
    10
    If you have a gamecube and you dont have mario kart double dash your life is obviously miserable. You should be left for dead on a stranded island and suffer a painfull, horrific death. A PERFECT 10!!! The best racing game and snacking on the market. MARIO AND LUIGI ARE OFF LIMITS
  52. MarkK.
    Mar 6, 2004
    8
    This is a very fun game but I hve to say i enjoyed The 64 version better. But still it is updated with new characters, tems, and karts.
  53. EduardoR.
    Apr 29, 2005
    10
    There was a giant leap from the N-64 Mario Kart to MKart: Doble Dash! A lot of fun, especially if you pick 3 friends to play with you!!!
  54. JimmiA.
    Jul 31, 2005
    7
    Very good and funny. The big problem with this game is to short. I have done all races in 50 & 100CC in my first day (in I think 2 hour). And I haven play Maruio cart for about 3-4 year.
  55. KarlN.
    Sep 21, 2007
    10
    An excellent cartoon racer. Lots of fun to play with my wife. She's not really a gamer but she loves it. There's nothing deep or engaging, but it's an excellent racing game to play with people that have different levels of gaming experience. Everything including the menu system has been implemented beautifully.
  56. YoshiKanagisawa
    Jul 25, 2008
    10
    Anyone that says the 2 player per kart is a gimmick...the truth is you just haven't played it enough to realise it's not. I say this because at first I thought it was a gimmick too and was in no way traditional to the Mario Kart series. However after giving it a go, I realised that this game IS a mario kart game and a good change. The 2 characters add a lot more variety because Anyone that says the 2 player per kart is a gimmick...the truth is you just haven't played it enough to realise it's not. I say this because at first I thought it was a gimmick too and was in no way traditional to the Mario Kart series. However after giving it a go, I realised that this game IS a mario kart game and a good change. The 2 characters add a lot more variety because each character has their own special items plus you can store items with one character and save them for when you need it...meanwhile using the other character. It's great fun, vivid, sharp and bright graphics and controls perfectly. Jonathon Q, I'm afraid you just didn't play it long enough. It's not generic....if anything the new Mario Kart Wii is generic. Apart from the motorcycles and motion controls, there's really nothing new brought to the table. MK:DD is great for the series because it brought some variety compared with the usual Mario Kart we had seen 3 times before it.… Expand
  57. GordyP
    Mar 23, 2009
    9
    My favorite game of all time!!! The character's are fantastic, the carts amazing, and the level design is genius. People who knock this game have definitely spent enough time w/it to find all the shortcuts, the myriad of unlockable carts, modes, and characters. I personally like this better than Mariokart Wii, because the tracks are better and the double character/double weapon game My favorite game of all time!!! The character's are fantastic, the carts amazing, and the level design is genius. People who knock this game have definitely spent enough time w/it to find all the shortcuts, the myriad of unlockable carts, modes, and characters. I personally like this better than Mariokart Wii, because the tracks are better and the double character/double weapon game mechanic puts some strategy into the fast paced crazy racing action. Also there is no better game to play with three other friends via splitscreen. Also you and a buddy can get on the same cart while two other buddies team up on another cart and then you concentrate on driving while the guy in the back is the "weapons man". Not so fun as a one player experience, but a complete and utter blast to play on multiplayer! The only reason that it didn't recieve a ten from me is that the characters are a little unbalanced: if you drive as the two toads w/flaming mushrooms, you're almost gauranteed the win. Otherwise the perfect game!… Expand
  58. Tonygoose
    Nov 14, 2003
    6
    its O.K. ... you can't hop in this game which was always one of mario carts best features. graphics are a 7 out of 10.. gameplay 7 out of 10. replay value 8 out of 10 ... control 8 out of 10 ...and originality gets 5 out of 10 ... over all i rated it 6 out of 10... i just think they could have left everything intact and also progressed the whole presentation of the game ... it doesnt its O.K. ... you can't hop in this game which was always one of mario carts best features. graphics are a 7 out of 10.. gameplay 7 out of 10. replay value 8 out of 10 ... control 8 out of 10 ...and originality gets 5 out of 10 ... over all i rated it 6 out of 10... i just think they could have left everything intact and also progressed the whole presentation of the game ... it doesnt feel that much different than mario kart 64 ... except for the double kart thing and taking out the jumping of the kart was there biggest mistake! shame on you nintendo your better than that!… Expand
  59. PatD.
    Nov 17, 2003
    10
    Simply awesome, the track design is the best yet, and there is no better multi-player game around then this baby...
  60. BobL.
    Nov 19, 2003
    9
    A great game for the whole family. I only gave it a 9 because the battle fields could have been a bit bigger....
  61. WalterP.
    Nov 19, 2003
    10
    AWESOME!!! Since i got it i havent stoped playing. It was so good held a tournament (and won of course).I would recomend it to everyone. EVEN MY MOM PLAYED IT.
  62. MarkB.
    Nov 22, 2003
    10
    This is why gamecube is better that ps2 and xbox.
  63. RavenD.
    Nov 22, 2003
    9
    Strong game, should have given a quick run feature to enhance 1 player experience and given a certain amount of "retrys", unique and fun, mulltiplayer is endless, awesome showing
  64. MichaelS.
    Nov 30, 2003
    10
    Yo, these people should stop lying this game is freakin awesome i recommend it to everyone. you people must like racing to like it. (You should all be proud of how much technology we got and stuff so stop giving this game bad rating it has good graphics)
  65. A.V.
    Dec 15, 2003
    10
    Super goe
  66. Notevesteve
    Jan 12, 2004
    10
    Wow this game is good! Edge Magazine....are you retarded?!?! OHH THIS IS NOT A RACING GAME ANYMORE! What do you think they are racing on? Pencils? You are the biggest crackhead ever! This game is brilliant...good amount of skill needed, well designed karts, and of course you cannot forget the gay sounds made by Mario and the rest of the gang!
  67. JoeG.
    Dec 13, 2004
    10
    This game is so sick it kills the n64 version, and has fun track design except for thay baby park level which just sucks for design. That asides the point this game is so much fun both mutiplayer and single player.
  68. DFC
    Mar 16, 2004
    10
    A 0? What is that loon thinking? An awesome game that everyone loves in my house (4 yrs-38 yrs old). Great fun, and great replay value with the near endless character/kart combinations!
  69. Lorben
    Aug 23, 2006
    10
    Great co-op and a great racer overall.
  70. LTB.
    Dec 22, 2007
    9
    I've had Mario Kart Double Dash for 4 years, and I still love to play it (then again, I did get tired of it at one time; but that went on for a short while)! In my opinion, it's better than MK for the DS. That's all that needs to be said.
  71. FlorianK.
    Nov 11, 2003
    10
    Nintendo does it again: another racing classic that will have you grinning from ear to ear!
  72. RAV
    Nov 14, 2003
    6
    Some fun to be had. Screw the karts. Ive been waiting for a killer christmas game for gamecube and ps2. Xbox is the only system delivering, with rainbow six 3, topspin, amped 2, crimson skies ,a ll stellar titles. AND FABLE, NINJA GAIDEN AND MAX PAYNE 2 ARE ALL ON THERE WAY
  73. GTaan
    Nov 19, 2003
    9
    Nice game Multiplayer is very good. I gonna enjoy it this season !!
  74. Uter
    Nov 19, 2003
    9
    It's a step up from Mario Kart 64, but still doesn't quite live up to the original's reputation.
  75. PhillipB.
    Nov 22, 2003
    10
    This is the best mario kart they have made i think. The graphics are better and there are a lot more characters. I love the design of the karts and the stages are awesome. I had been savin up for this game for like 3 months and that why i got it the first day it came out b/c it kicks.
  76. ChristopherP.
    Nov 22, 2003
    9
    I'm pretty strict with games but this is the most fun i've had multiplayer for a while. there's a lot of depth to this game regarding slide tackles that i think a lot of people overlook, and i'm discovering new things all the time with the game. it's really something.
  77. Cuduumicker
    Nov 26, 2003
    10
    a fun but hard game. I rate it 10 because of its great graphics and secert karts and characters.
  78. DaevoLogger
    Nov 26, 2003
    10
    This game brought tears to my eyes when I saw just how great it was. I've been racing with all my friends, who love it, and after I bought 2 broadband adaptors and my friend got the game, 8 people all played it making me realize that it just is the best racing game of all time!
  79. muhamadH.
    Dec 11, 2003
    10
    Simply fun, fun, fun....especially the multiplayer mode.
  80. muzziklover
    Jan 23, 2012
    10
    The first GameCube game I have ever played and the first Mario Kart game I have ever played and in my opinion, the most underrated Mario Kart game and my personal favourite Mario Kart game (though Mario Kart DS is better in a broader perspective). I love the two person kart mechanic where you can mix and match two characters and karts together plus the added teamwork with another player,The first GameCube game I have ever played and the first Mario Kart game I have ever played and in my opinion, the most underrated Mario Kart game and my personal favourite Mario Kart game (though Mario Kart DS is better in a broader perspective). I love the two person kart mechanic where you can mix and match two characters and karts together plus the added teamwork with another player, the gameplay is ridiculously hectic and fun, the track selection is one of the best in the series and graphics still holds up to this day. Today, I am still regretting the day I traded in this wonderful gem of a game. If you have a GameCube's, do not pass this up. It is one of GameCube's finest games it has to offer.… Expand
  81. Exogenesis
    Nov 13, 2011
    10
    While the solo single player is fun, multiplayer is what makes Double Dash great, it's the fantastic, fast, dangerous game we've come to expect from Nintendo
  82. nintendoid13
    Jun 14, 2011
    10
    I really enjoy this game but the two players to one kart isn't the best idea. I do, however, find that the fact that each character has his/her own special item. The battles are very enjoyable as well.
  83. drlowdon
    May 29, 2020
    8
    The fourth instalment in the Mario Kart series, Double Dash sticks to the tried and tested formula as players use a selection of Mushroom Kingdom characters to race against each other on Mario-themed tracks.

    Arguably more so than any other entry in the franchise races in Double Dash can be decided based on how lucky you are with the special items you pick up. As a result is not the best    The fourth instalment in the Mario Kart series, Double Dash sticks to the tried and tested formula as players use a selection of Mushroom Kingdom characters to race against each other on Mario-themed tracks.

    Arguably more so than any other entry in the franchise races in Double Dash can be decided based on how lucky you are with the special items you pick up. As a result is not the best entry in the franchise, but with a good selection of tracks and the ability to switch between two characters with different special moves on the fly, it is still an enjoyable multiplayer experience.    … Expand
  84. skeletonking123
    Sep 10, 2011
    10
    I always have loved racing games, especially racing games with weapons, and if you use mario characters and not just use one character drive with 2 character simultaneously
  85. MediaFreak
    Nov 21, 2011
    9
    Excellent game, easily the best in the Mario Kart series. Has some of the most memorable tracks of the series but easily it's stand out is if you find someone else who loves this game as much as you (or 4 people ideally) and team up. The double Dash feature needs to make a return because it really added a whole knew dynamic to the game. There's nothing more satisfying than being so onExcellent game, easily the best in the Mario Kart series. Has some of the most memorable tracks of the series but easily it's stand out is if you find someone else who loves this game as much as you (or 4 people ideally) and team up. The double Dash feature needs to make a return because it really added a whole knew dynamic to the game. There's nothing more satisfying than being so on the same page as your partner that you can they can mushroom you over that short cut after boosting you round a corner and neither of you had to breath a word. Innovation at it's best that somebody should really take note of.… Expand
  86. wesker2012
    May 27, 2012
    9
    great game.
  87. user1MILLION
    Aug 12, 2012
    9
    I'll say this right off the bat: this game is quite possibly my favorite GameCube games I own. If you're a big Mario Kart fan you may be wondering what is different this time around. Well, two big things: a co-op option and Special Items. The co-op option is usually more fun than single player and special items usually make for chaos. Especially DK's giant banana and Bowser's Bowser shellI'll say this right off the bat: this game is quite possibly my favorite GameCube games I own. If you're a big Mario Kart fan you may be wondering what is different this time around. Well, two big things: a co-op option and Special Items. The co-op option is usually more fun than single player and special items usually make for chaos. Especially DK's giant banana and Bowser's Bowser shell (a gigantic koopa shell). Probably the best Mario Kart of its time.… Expand
  88. Vikingownage
    Sep 23, 2012
    10
    So many memories. Solo mode is amazing, great maps, fun characters, awesome powerups. But playing multiplayer is even better. I can't say anything bad about this game. Watch out for the flying blue bomb of death!
  89. FaloRoy
    Jan 7, 2013
    9
    I am a fan of racing games, and I have to say Double Dash is much better than what some of those purists are giving it credit for. The tracks are very well designed, and don't have those lame glitches the N64 version had. The music is great as well as the beautiful graphics. Since there is not hop to the drift, the controls are much better than in the previous versions, and just as good asI am a fan of racing games, and I have to say Double Dash is much better than what some of those purists are giving it credit for. The tracks are very well designed, and don't have those lame glitches the N64 version had. The music is great as well as the beautiful graphics. Since there is not hop to the drift, the controls are much better than in the previous versions, and just as good as recent Mario Kart games. The game is actually quite fast, but it just feels slow because the tracks are wide and the turning is not as violent. While 150cc is not as fast as previous games, believe me when I say that the game is still exciting. The co-op feature is not the gimmick some say it is either, it simply involves thinking things through and adds an element of strategy. I can mix and match different teams of the 20 characters. Single player is very worthwhile with the unlockables and different team combinations. Multiplayer is fun with more modes and a very workable LAN multiplayer. A few annoyances make this game less than perfect, however. The single player mode only has two modes (no free run?), and the characters voice overs will repeat themselves, a lot. I think the purists hate this game because it tried to be different or that the co-op feature requires a thought process, in which they show scorn for not being as simple as usual. This really is one of the better Mario Karts out there. The character list is great, tracks are awesome, and the 2 to a vehicle is not as frustrating as some say it is. While I do consider DS the best version, I have no problem with those that say this is the best. Very fun, and much better than the N64 or Wii versions. 9.1/10.… Expand
  90. Blakenator
    Jan 19, 2013
    9
    Following suit to its traditions of multiplayer mayhem and tight controls, Mario Kart: Double Dash adds new elements to multiplayer and beautiful graphics to create a truly charming game for the Gamecube.
  91. shprea
    Jun 27, 2013
    8
    It's classic Mario Kart, only with tighter controls and a two-person twist. The courses are great, the multiplayer as awesome, and the game never seems to get boring. Pick this one up if you want a fun racing game. It's not the best racer on the GameCube, but it's definitely up there.
  92. Greenicey
    May 20, 2014
    9
    Mario Kart Double Dash shines it's brightest in it's multiplayer modes. The two players per kart dynamic is not only inventive, but adds a whole new layer to gameplay even when you are in single player. Ihope that Nintendo brings back this mechanic some way, somehow.... The actual gameplay is also some of the best the series has seen, the slide works very well (I don't miss the hop), andMario Kart Double Dash shines it's brightest in it's multiplayer modes. The two players per kart dynamic is not only inventive, but adds a whole new layer to gameplay even when you are in single player. Ihope that Nintendo brings back this mechanic some way, somehow.... The actual gameplay is also some of the best the series has seen, the slide works very well (I don't miss the hop), and nothing about it feels awkward as was the issue with MK64. The game looks relatively simple but has aged quite nicely, and looks as cartoony as ever. The music is kind of catchy, but I would not put it up there with the best. The courses themselves are a wee bit bland at times with some tracks being extremely wide with not a lot going on compared to others. However there are many memorable tracks such as Baby Park, DK Mountain, and Waluigi Stadium. Battle mode in this game is only available in multiplayer, but is an absolute blast to play in my opinion. Overall I think this is one the strongest entries in the franchise, despite some major changes to the formula.… Expand
  93. jakethesnack
    Oct 25, 2013
    8
    Very fun as very unique, 2 people to a kart and special items are great features and bomb-omb blast is just crazy fun. No other mario kart will ever be this unique.
  94. Junpei
    Jul 7, 2013
    8
    Mario Kart: Double Dash is the quintessential Gamecube game for newcomers to the series and for experienced racers as well. It's unique two-racer game play sets it apart from the other games in the franchise, giving the beloved series a new and exciting twist. As if this wasn't enough, this title hosts what are easily the greatest battle mini games in the series. As far as replay abilityMario Kart: Double Dash is the quintessential Gamecube game for newcomers to the series and for experienced racers as well. It's unique two-racer game play sets it apart from the other games in the franchise, giving the beloved series a new and exciting twist. As if this wasn't enough, this title hosts what are easily the greatest battle mini games in the series. As far as replay ability is concerned, time has taken its toll on this title. With the addition of new Mario Kart games to the franchise and the death of the Nintendo Wii, only the truly dedicated are still playing to this day. That being said, Mario Kart: Double Dash is still one of the greatest party games on the Gamecube, and can definitely be dubbed as a racing classic. In my opinion, the controls work fine until it comes time to turn. If you're not using the L or R buttons, you'd better believe that you're going to fall off of the stage, because the turns are incredibly wide. Even with the L and R buttons, you'll still encounter momentary recoil that takes a second to recover from. In conclusion, anyone with a hankering to play a Gamecube racing classic should consider picking up this game.… Expand
  95. MIDP
    Aug 10, 2013
    9
    Amazing entry in the Mario Kart series.

    The gimmick in this game is that you are two characters in one car. It works very well.
    The characters have their own special items and cars they can use, so that creates a great dynamic.

    The tracks in this game are amazing as well.

    If you need a GameCube game for multiplayer, this one is a must have.

    9 out of 10!
  96. WCheffirs
    Dec 8, 2013
    9
    The best game in the MarioKart franchise in my opinion. Previous examples lacked the precise controllability and graphics while later incarnations became way over the top crowding out the actual racing experience. The track choice in this game is large, the racing is close (thanks to items) and the physics are perfect for an arcade GoKart game. The only drawback with this game which itsThe best game in the MarioKart franchise in my opinion. Previous examples lacked the precise controllability and graphics while later incarnations became way over the top crowding out the actual racing experience. The track choice in this game is large, the racing is close (thanks to items) and the physics are perfect for an arcade GoKart game. The only drawback with this game which its successors addressed was a multi race championship ladder for multiplayer. Besides that though this is a great multiplayer game that will prove to be an extremely solid and enjoyable game decades on.… Expand
  97. wegie125
    May 3, 2018
    8
    This game is definitely one that I would recommend, especially if you have family or friends to play with you. This is the only title in the mario kart series to ever have two players on the same kart and while it isn't always the best way to use multiplayer, it definitely added some fun twists. It's hard to replace those feelings you get when you and a friend are neck and neck withThis game is definitely one that I would recommend, especially if you have family or friends to play with you. This is the only title in the mario kart series to ever have two players on the same kart and while it isn't always the best way to use multiplayer, it definitely added some fun twists. It's hard to replace those feelings you get when you and a friend are neck and neck with another 2 friends on a kart and the person on the back is throwing items while the guy driving tries to get close so that the person on the back can hit the other driver to knock them back. Obviously multiplayer was tried in other ways in the future, but I think it would be cool to bring this back just as a fun mode.… Expand
  98. guitarguy001
    Apr 25, 2014
    9
    My favorite Mario Kart game so far. The two character racing is so much fun due to combinations you can make, the tracks are very well designed, the soundtrack is memorable, Battle Mode is an absolute blast and the visuals are really good. The game could have been a bit longer as you can beat this game in a couple of hours, but this is one of the games that if you have a GameCube, youMy favorite Mario Kart game so far. The two character racing is so much fun due to combinations you can make, the tracks are very well designed, the soundtrack is memorable, Battle Mode is an absolute blast and the visuals are really good. The game could have been a bit longer as you can beat this game in a couple of hours, but this is one of the games that if you have a GameCube, you should have it.… Expand
  99. Wolfie1987
    Mar 24, 2014
    8
    This game is pure joy. Especially playing against friends and family. The music and tracks are gorgeous, the gameplay is fluent, the controls are excellent, the amount of polish that went into this game is impressive. Personally I think MK:DD is the second best kart racer ever made (1st place is CTR), but of course that's subjective.
  100. fijiboy
    Apr 21, 2014
    9
    this is my absolute favorite Mario kart game. having a player ride on the back of your kart sounds gimmicky, but it is actually just as fun as being the driver. I wish they would implement this more in future Mario kart games. the vs. games are lots of fun too if you get tired of racing.
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Awards & Rankings

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#17 Best GameCube Game of 2003
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#2 Most Discussed GameCube Game of 2003
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#6 Most Shared GameCube Game of 2003

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Generally favorable reviews - based on 58 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 55 out of 58
  2. Mixed: 3 out of 58
  3. Negative: 0 out of 58
  1. Weekly Famitsu
    90
    9 / 9 / 9 / 9 - 36 platinum [Vol 778]
  2. GMR Magazine
    100
    Yeah, we'll say it: Mario Kart: Double Dash is the most fun you'll have with a game this year. And probably next year. And maybe even the year after that.
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  3. Village Voice
    90
    Between opponents' backseat bombers, traps, and other natural threats (breaking waves, thunderbolts), you'll need much more than a good drift technique to finish first.
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