Mario Kart: Double Dash!!

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 518 Ratings

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  2. Mixed: 59 out of 518
  3. Negative: 17 out of 518
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  1. TreasureOrTrash
    Sep 8, 2023
    10
    Treasure!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
  2. GameMan2005
    Aug 23, 2023
    10
    An amazing Mario Kart game for the time, still one of the GOATs nowadays. Fantastic racing game.
  3. aHard
    Aug 19, 2023
    7
    This game is absolutely great fun. The problem is you’ll end up completing it in a day, so is it really worth the time or money. I would say no. Now, it would be worth getting if you intend to play it as a party/multiplayer game. But then why not just buy one of the newer Mario Kart games!
  4. Eyean
    Aug 6, 2023
    8
    Having two characters in one kart was the one of the best ideas they ever had for the series, its a shame it hasn't returned in any other game so far. The only things holding this game back are the outdated controls and insane amount of items on the tracks.
  5. mr_brooks
    Jul 28, 2023
    10
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=04Jkoa8nXT0 ...............................
  6. Zeno678
    May 23, 2023
    10
    Yes, MK Double Dash is my favorite MK game for 2 reasons: first the music is the best I've seen in an MK game and the second is the gameplay, some people think the game is too hard but I think it's just difficult to be playable by anyone correctly even if it sometimes requires a bit of practice to understand how the different mechanics work.
  7. Shamrock97
    Apr 16, 2023
    8
    This is one of the most memorable, unique and fun Mario Kart games in the series. You can choose from a wide cast of recognizable characters and can customize to your heart's content, which is one of the reasons what makes this game so awesome! The ability to have two characters in one kart adds some spice, flavour and excitement which is exactly what makes this game so special. AlthoughThis is one of the most memorable, unique and fun Mario Kart games in the series. You can choose from a wide cast of recognizable characters and can customize to your heart's content, which is one of the reasons what makes this game so awesome! The ability to have two characters in one kart adds some spice, flavour and excitement which is exactly what makes this game so special. Although it is fun to play alone, this game really shines when played with 2 or more people. My only complaints about this game are its lack of course selections (as it only has four cups instead of eight) and while the courses are amazing, it can get a little repetitive at times. And also the inability to play battle mode with only one player. Other than that, this game is fantastic and is a must play if you own a Wii or a Gamecube!… Expand
  8. DanielGG91
    Nov 15, 2022
    9
    Posiblemente mi Mario Kart favorito. Hasta ahora creo que ningún Mario Kart me ha enganchado tanto en cuanto a lo equilibrado de jugabilidad, imagen y música. Actualmente me parece que tienen demasiada explosión de colores y ruidos, siendo demasiado frenéticos. Éste me parece un equilibro perfecto.
  9. FireBroFilms
    Aug 15, 2022
    8
    ‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎‎
  10. Shiffpup2
    Jun 10, 2022
    10
    THE best Mario Kart game to hit the shelves. Fantastic items, and plenty of amazing courses, it's all here, in the most unique Mario Kart title! An interesting new gimmick that is done perfectly, Double Dash allows you to mix and match 2 characters from a great cast, and race as both of them in a single kart. With weight classes and character specific special items, as well as severalTHE best Mario Kart game to hit the shelves. Fantastic items, and plenty of amazing courses, it's all here, in the most unique Mario Kart title! An interesting new gimmick that is done perfectly, Double Dash allows you to mix and match 2 characters from a great cast, and race as both of them in a single kart. With weight classes and character specific special items, as well as several different karts, there's more than enough different combinations for you to make.… Expand
  11. GDsReviews
    May 27, 2022
    0
    Mario Kart Double Dash plays like a failed experiment. It is the only Mario Kart game that has special items dedicated to certain characters, two characters for one kart, and cannot jump your kart in. The soundtrack is exceptionally grating for a Mario Kart game apart from a handful of tracks. Overall, this is easily the worst Mario Kart game of the series.
  12. LuissDt
    Apr 2, 2022
    9
    Two is better and Mario Kart Double Dash proves it with a lot more mayhem and good original tracks.
  13. ElRagnarLocro
    Mar 31, 2022
    7
    Mario Kart Double Dash está bien, y punto. Es sólido y divertido, pero en mi opinión personal, siento que le falta un "algo". Quizás sea mejores pistas, o puede ser el hecho de que no me terminó de gustar la idea de manejar el kart con otro personaje, pero siento que el juego no ofrece una experiencia descomunal.
    Nota Final: 7
  14. ProfAmateur
    Dec 7, 2021
    9
    Mario Kart Double Dash was really refreshing. Just the idea that you drive with 2 characters was insane nice.
  15. sosuke1121
    Dec 3, 2021
    9
    This game is the most unique of the whole franchise, and there's lot of things I would like to talk about.
    First, there's tons of new characters, like Diddy, Birdo, Waluigi, King boo.
    Second, the special items are fun to use, heart is really a clever idea, Bowser Shells are crazy in tracks like Baby Park, and who can forget the Mega Banana. There's great tracks in this game, like    This game is the most unique of the whole franchise, and there's lot of things I would like to talk about.
    First, there's tons of new characters, like Diddy, Birdo, Waluigi, King boo.
    Second, the special items are fun to use, heart is really a clever idea, Bowser Shells are crazy in tracks like Baby Park, and who can forget the Mega Banana.
    There's great tracks in this game, like Mushroom highway, Baby Park, Dk Mountain, and Yoshi Circuit.
    Also, the battle modes are easy to have fun with, especially the shine thief.
    The only thing that is bad is the online mode. The GameCube had lots of problems dealing with the Internet, and I mostly played solo on this game.    … Expand
  16. RustyMazza
    Dec 1, 2021
    7
    The driving is nowhere near as tight as its predecessor Mario Kart 64. The graphics look terrific however the rack designs are annoying and less memorable than other instalments.

    On the mechanics, doing mini turbos is clumsy and the button layout on GameCube is less than seamless when trying to switch characters, fire off weapons and brake. You have to slide your thumb whilst still    The driving is nowhere near as tight as its predecessor Mario Kart 64. The graphics look terrific however the rack designs are annoying and less memorable than other instalments.

    On the mechanics, doing mini turbos is clumsy and the button layout on GameCube is less than seamless when trying to switch characters, fire off weapons and brake. You have to slide your thumb whilst still holding down A for accelerate. Not great.

    A good game, but overrated, in my opinion.    … Expand
  17. Ardho
    Sep 7, 2021
    9
    The best kart game in the ps2/gc era, good graphics and gameplay, every track is good, really fun
  18. deycd
    Aug 13, 2021
    9
    Es probablemente el mario kart más divertido de jugar con amigos. La modalidad de los dos personajes en un mismo Kart lo hace muy bueno, y aunque no supere al 8 por ejemplo, estos detalles pueden ser razón de peso como para preferirlo entre cualquier otro. Los controles son muy buenos, pero se han quedado obsoletos comparados con los de los otros Mario Karts, aparte de la calidad. No creoEs probablemente el mario kart más divertido de jugar con amigos. La modalidad de los dos personajes en un mismo Kart lo hace muy bueno, y aunque no supere al 8 por ejemplo, estos detalles pueden ser razón de peso como para preferirlo entre cualquier otro. Los controles son muy buenos, pero se han quedado obsoletos comparados con los de los otros Mario Karts, aparte de la calidad. No creo que llegue a ser tan divertido como otros. Pero sabe diferenciarse para bien entre los demás.… Expand
  19. Danielife02
    Jun 29, 2021
    8
    This game has lots of pros. The double characters thing and special items will always make it known as the different Mario Kart. There are some problem, though. Firstly, the AI. CPU doesn't play for the victory, they just want to ruin your day. You're third? The second racer will throw a red shell behind, just to hit you. They won't try to hit the first one. Another problem is that someThis game has lots of pros. The double characters thing and special items will always make it known as the different Mario Kart. There are some problem, though. Firstly, the AI. CPU doesn't play for the victory, they just want to ruin your day. You're third? The second racer will throw a red shell behind, just to hit you. They won't try to hit the first one. Another problem is that some tracks are not well designed for the particular drift system of this game (Wario Stadium, Dino Park). The roster is great, the characters are well matched together. The game is not very longible, but I think it's okay for the year it was released. Good game.… Expand
  20. DarCbrGr
    Jun 26, 2021
    8
    I played this for hours at my cousin's house growing up. This thing is great!
  21. JoshuaAg
    Jun 2, 2021
    9
    Muy buen juego, es muy divertido, aunque injustamente difícil en el modo 150 cc y siento que hace falta más circuitos, pero en general es maravilloso y muy divertido, sobretodo si si juega en compañía.
  22. TropicalNayr
    Mar 31, 2021
    9
    i would give this a 93%
    This Mario kart game is so good
    it had great graphic, i love the idea of having 2 people control a kart and if you don't want 2 people controlling a kart you can change that, it is just a great game in total. Great maps and charter designs as well.
  23. EpicPiesMan
    Jan 9, 2021
    9
    Ahh yes, the ultimate kart racer. Look, this is my favorite racing game of all time, mainly because of it's charm, uniqueness and accessibility. Let's just get this out of the way: this is a game nearly anybody can pick up and play. It's hard to master, but easy to understand. You pick two characters, pick a kart, and start driving. And the game is just, fun! The powerups carry that MarioAhh yes, the ultimate kart racer. Look, this is my favorite racing game of all time, mainly because of it's charm, uniqueness and accessibility. Let's just get this out of the way: this is a game nearly anybody can pick up and play. It's hard to master, but easy to understand. You pick two characters, pick a kart, and start driving. And the game is just, fun! The powerups carry that Mario charm, the maps are incredible, and the idea of having multiple characters at once and transitioning between them adds for some wonderful strategy. This game has a very high rating and it deserves it, as this is an incredible game.… Expand
  24. BeeSting1
    Jan 1, 2021
    9
    The most technical Mario Kart.

    Good - the two racers and two item swapping adds a lot of mechanical skill and reflex test to the gameplay. Makes it more exciting and deeper. - hitting wall doesn't eliminate all your momentum - stages are well designed. Bad - too much dodging required. - hard to dodge things because when you turn your cart tends to go straight still    The most technical Mario Kart.

    Good

    - the two racers and two item swapping adds a lot of mechanical skill and reflex test to the gameplay. Makes it more exciting and deeper.

    - hitting wall doesn't eliminate all your momentum

    - stages are well designed.

    Bad

    - too much dodging required.

    - hard to dodge things because when you turn your cart tends to go straight still

    - sometimes your Kart get hits backwards even though the opponent rammed you from the back

    - there needs to be a restart option for GP.

    - weird how special cup isn't unlocked from beating star cup 150cc, only 100cc

    - there are so many items to the point where luck plays a huge factor in winning. This holds back the deep gameplay mechanics the double riders and drifting. They're tied to each other, making it a catch 22.    … Expand
  25. ItsDaDoc
    Dec 6, 2020
    9
    Double Dash is an amazing Mario Kart game, and certainly one of the most interesting titles too. The 2-character mechanic works well, and the tracks are all creative and intriguing. The controls take a bit to get used to, after playing Mario Kart DS for a long time.
  26. obthegeek
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    bloody good fun, especially the multiplayer here. races can get absolutely manic.
  27. Gleonn
    Nov 22, 2020
    8
    This is a good game! It might even be a great game! This is a good cart racer!
  28. 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
  29. NostalJake
    Sep 10, 2020
    8
    Probably the best Mario Kart game to date. Graphics that stood the test of time, and with double the characters comes double the items, which make for a hectic race. The items don't come across as unfair, as the blue shell balance is pretty good. The only thing holding it back from a 9 or 10 is either more tracks, or a story mode would've made this game the perfect cart racer in my eyes.
  30. Suken
    Aug 24, 2020
    8
    Muy divertido en su totalidad. Modos multijugador que proporcionan una diversión infinita, y un modo de un jugador que siempre supone un desafío. La variedad de personajes está bien, pese a que se echan de menos algunos otros míticos de la franquicia. Las únicas pegas que le pondría sería el trabajo que se hizo con los vehículos, ya que no son muchos, y las opciones de personalización seMuy divertido en su totalidad. Modos multijugador que proporcionan una diversión infinita, y un modo de un jugador que siempre supone un desafío. La variedad de personajes está bien, pese a que se echan de menos algunos otros míticos de la franquicia. Las únicas pegas que le pondría sería el trabajo que se hizo con los vehículos, ya que no son muchos, y las opciones de personalización se limitan a los personajes que elijas. Banda sonora excelente y circuitos muy bien construidos.… Expand
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Awards & Rankings

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