Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2774 Ratings

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  1. DolphinReviews
    Jul 20, 2022
    4
    This is a very mediocre Mario Kart experience compared to earlier entries. The anti gravity is boring. Even though this has the most tracks out of all the mainline games, they all feel the exact same compared to the Wii game which managed to make them all feel unique. Feels as if you are watching the race rather than playing.
  2. gabrielp504
    Jul 13, 2022
    9
    Its a great game and has interesting courses and is really fun especially with friends and family! It can get a little bit repetitive when playing alone but overall its a really great game.
  3. psychomantis39
    Jul 13, 2022
    9
    One of the best games to play with your friends, even the non-gamer ones. The OST in this is crazy, I recommend to search for it on youtube, speacially Dolphin Shoals
  4. Nintendist
    Jun 30, 2022
    10
    this game is SO good. fantastic gameplay. i really had many fun with this game
  5. cfc1998
    Jun 27, 2022
    8
    The presentation of this game is extremely good, from graphics to performance is an excellent port, this is the #1 racing game in Switch no doubt about that. Have to say I had more fun playing Mario Kart Wii than this new entry. I don´t know, the tracks are not that interesting, the gameplay overall feels different, maybe im just getting old.
  6. AShinyG1ratina
    Jun 21, 2022
    8
    This has an argument to be the best game in the Mario Kart franchise but you didn't hear that from me...
  7. MATOUTOU
    Jun 21, 2022
    9
    9.1 Banger to play with the homies. Me and my boy Tylere be gaping our buddies every friday night and sometimes on Saturdays too. We even get unlucky with the AIs, once we had a team full of women and STILL beat them with a sick ass comeback. #Newborn feminist
  8. bartoldzik
    Jun 14, 2022
    10
    I have really simple opinion about this game. Just buy it if you have Nintendo Switch because it's just really fun and playing with friends is also nice. This game is the best Mariokart game in my opinion!!!
  9. Horrible_Goblin
    Jun 4, 2022
    9
    You may not like it, but this is what the perfect party game looks like. I don't even think I need a Mario Kart 9 with all the content they keep adding to this game, but I do find myself missing my main monkey Funky Kong from Mario Kart Wii.
  10. QQ111
    Jun 4, 2022
    10
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. It is too easy, and fun to do the game. It provides multiplayer, and until 4 players, so I think you could do your game with your family. That's why I gave 10 for this game!… Expand
  11. Herbalmouse1305
    May 29, 2022
    10
    the definitive Mario kart experience, but better. grand prix = 10/10 battle mode = 10/10
  12. Teenator
    May 27, 2022
    9
    The game is amazing, it just really has a... "special" character roaster... There are many unnecessary characters, and some minor characters were left out (such as the Kongs).
  13. Gam1ngH3ro15
    May 22, 2022
    9
    Great racing game, another excellent entry into the Mario Kart franchise. Although it can feel repetitive at times, only thing keeping it from being a 10 imo.
  14. StoneCold_ET_
    May 17, 2022
    10
    The best game of its kind ever made. The amount of tracks and online play and rating systems are a treat.
  15. MatthewDavisMed
    May 15, 2022
    9
    The most fun Switch owners will have racing each other through crazy courses is this right here. With all the DLC from the original Wii U game bundled up into one package, plus new features. It truly is the ultimate Mario Kart experience. And it gets even better with the new DLC tracks.
  16. ZeoN
    May 14, 2022
    10
    Uno de los Mario Kart mejor hechos hasta el momento. Numerosa cantidad de escenarios con una calidad gráfica muy buena, más aún con su pase de expansión. Banda sonora típica de la saga. Muy divertido y recomendado, el mejor de la saga
  17. GamingT2009
    May 11, 2022
    10
    Amazing, I found nothing bad with this game. Amazing tracks, none I hated, fun gameplay, enjoyable, fun multiplayer, and overall a great time. I have played this game for so long, and have loved every single bit of it.
  18. soot103
    Apr 30, 2022
    10
    I don't even know where to start with this game. First of all, this game looks pronominal for such a small console. Each of the new tracks are unique and beautiful, each with their own gameplay styles and design. The game is a port of the Wii U game, but it has been improved on in multiple parts. When you enter Grand Prix, all the characters are unlocked, which is nice for players whoI don't even know where to start with this game. First of all, this game looks pronominal for such a small console. Each of the new tracks are unique and beautiful, each with their own gameplay styles and design. The game is a port of the Wii U game, but it has been improved on in multiple parts. When you enter Grand Prix, all the characters are unlocked, which is nice for players who grinded for characters in any of the previous games for hours and hours. All the cups are unlocked from the start, which is strange, since all previous games require you to unlock the other cups. The issue I have with gameplay are the new features added intended to help more casual players have a more enjoyable time. These features are Smart Steering and Auto Accelerate, which could be turned off, but makes the game feel simpler and easier to beat, instead of feeling like an actual challenge to get 1st place. Other than that, the gameplay feels identical to 8, which isn't, bad, but also got some improvements with better item roulette and the ability to hold 2 items and get double item boxes, originating from double dash. In conclusion, if you have a switch and are decisive on this game for whatever reason, I would go for it as soon as you can.… Expand
  19. ntBagel
    Apr 23, 2022
    9
    best Mario kart yet controls and looks amazing and most definitive version of Mario kart 8 including all dlc but has a lack of major characters and items are a little unfair but multiplayer is great and controls the best out of all the games totally perfecting drifting. 9/10 (outstanding)
  20. Haddon2007
    Apr 21, 2022
    10
    I'm completely speechless after playing this game, as this is unlike anything I've ever played. The original version on the Wii U was pretty good, but the amount of sheer quality in this port, from the graphics and the tracks and the music (ESPECIALLY the music), is genuinely outstanding and I HIGHLY doubt anything will top this anytime soon.
    What an **** incredible experience. I'll bet    I'm completely speechless after playing this game, as this is unlike anything I've ever played. The original version on the Wii U was pretty good, but the amount of sheer quality in this port, from the graphics and the tracks and the music (ESPECIALLY the music), is genuinely outstanding and I HIGHLY doubt anything will top this anytime soon.
    What an **** incredible experience. I'll bet that I'll be crying like a baby when I play this game as an adult. And I don't even have to buy the DLC because this game alone is a truly magical ride.
    PLAY THIS GAME, RIGHT NOW. Seriously. THIS is the reason why the Switch is doing so well, and I hope you enjoy it too.    … Expand
  21. likefurnis
    Apr 21, 2022
    6
    As unfair as ever. As unfair as ever. As unfair as ever. As unfair as ever. As unfair as ever. As unfair as ever.
  22. SCE66
    Apr 13, 2022
    10
    just amazing
    100 hour play? i can
    1000? i can
    thanks for Nintendo for make this game
  23. yordanite
    Apr 5, 2022
    9
    This game is super game.
    The game is really good optimized 1080p and 60fps on doc.
    And 720p 60fps portable.
    Its really funny and with great mechanics like drift or flying.
    I will give that game 10/10 but i will give they 9/10 because its really expensive for racing so for that money you can buy Mario Odyssey.
  24. Baxter2477
    Apr 2, 2022
    1
    This Game should be Rated R for Gamblin.
    Need no Skil just Luck at the Boxes like in CoD with the Aliengun.
    I don't understand the "Hype" of this. Ist like an 60$ Handygame with Gamblin.
  25. LuissDt
    Apr 1, 2022
    9
    Maybe at the time it didn't bring something new but Mario Kart 8 Deluxe continues with a fun and chaotic mechanics... just what a Mario Kart should bring
  26. angelthedummie
    Mar 31, 2022
    9
    its a pretty good game, a port of a already good game Mario kart 8, the graphics are amazing, i think that the DLC are a good (i haven´t played it), it recollects the OG Mario karts and the mobile game, my final opinion is that the game is amazing
  27. iMarco11
    Mar 27, 2022
    8
    Preso principalmente per i miei bambini. Molto divertente e colorato. Le piste sono molte e ben disegnate. Adesso stanno uscendo anche quelle aggiuntive! Non passa mai di moda.
  28. RULO_182
    Mar 27, 2022
    9
    La franquicia que nunca falla. Diversión, diversión y ganas de reventar el mando. Imprescindible si te has comprado una switch.
  29. elijahlape
    Mar 24, 2022
    8
    One of the most fun addictions I've ever had. Game's flow, music, pure joy and fun - this is what Mario Kart so much fun!
  30. CA_ScottH
    Mar 21, 2022
    10
    Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is my ultimate comfort food game. Multiple metric tons of content, exquisitely designed tracks, a fairly robust multiplayer mode, and a stellar soundtrack supported by orchestral pieces. This is the ultimate kart racer, and it may never be dethroned.
  31. Browned
    Mar 20, 2022
    0
    They keep bring this game back and it just the same recycle trash over and over again really getting sick and tired of it come out with Mario kart 8 ALREADY!
  32. Malim100
    Mar 20, 2022
    4
    Cobrarme por los mismos mapas una y otra vez me parece penosa política, a ver si se le da más caña a Nintendo...
  33. Daigo
    Mar 18, 2022
    10
    El mejor Mario Kart de la historia hasta el momento, y con la expansion de pistas el mas ahora sera el mas extenso muy bien por Nintendo.
  34. Wrecktangled
    Mar 18, 2022
    8
    The ultimate party game. So fun to play split screen with your friends. So many maps, cars, characters, ect. This game is just fun, pure fun. The handicap rubber banding mechanism keeps me from really getting into on online multiplayer, but still always enjoy busting this game out.
  35. Simpl3
    Mar 16, 2022
    10
    When it comes to kart racers, Nintendo's proven time and again that Mario does it best. Building off of the wildly successful (as much was possible on the WiiU) Mario kart 8, it's come back into switch with the dlc cups being in the base game, a much needed battle mode revamp, new characters, and even more dlc? This game is getting jam-packed! now all I need to do is get used to doing goodWhen it comes to kart racers, Nintendo's proven time and again that Mario does it best. Building off of the wildly successful (as much was possible on the WiiU) Mario kart 8, it's come back into switch with the dlc cups being in the base game, a much needed battle mode revamp, new characters, and even more dlc? This game is getting jam-packed! now all I need to do is get used to doing good did again... Thx MKTour.… Expand
  36. ll33ee
    Mar 14, 2022
    10
    Excelent game, must play. Best racing game on switch. Include all DLC. The Battle Mode is fixed, now you can select a battle arena.
  37. Potentdestiny
    Mar 12, 2022
    3
    The item selection system is trash even though it is supposed to be random . Some items are also useless. There’s not enough options to go after first place. The races aren’t close. First place runs away with the race while 2nd-12th crush each other. The base stats for characters is flawed. You can run a perfect race and lose because a character while they are using the same kart as you.
  38. HungryForDog24
    Mar 4, 2022
    10
    The best game in the Mario kart series by far and also one of the best racers that have come out. The game is just way more fun to play than other racing games.
  39. Charles072
    Mar 4, 2022
    9
    Everything is this game is great but one thing I want to talk about is its control maybe a bit bad
  40. GhostSurfer
    Mar 3, 2022
    0
    Just to balance out the numbers, this has to be the worst mariokart I’ve been ever played next to the first one. The way you unlock cars and parts takes wayyyy too long. You get a max of 10 coins per race and races take a good 2-6 mins and eventually you’ll get a new part at 100 coins increments later. They have a “smart” steering and auto driving for babies. I mean really? Where’s theJust to balance out the numbers, this has to be the worst mariokart I’ve been ever played next to the first one. The way you unlock cars and parts takes wayyyy too long. You get a max of 10 coins per race and races take a good 2-6 mins and eventually you’ll get a new part at 100 coins increments later. They have a “smart” steering and auto driving for babies. I mean really? Where’s the challenge in that. And that brings me to my last and the most offended decision they made in Mario 8 deluxe. Rubber banding, F-ing rubber banding, takes all the skill out of the game, you could be miles ahead but they will be given the best weapons and will be faster than you to catch up. I saw some say “it makes it interesting, it makes it fun” to that absolutely NO! Rubber banding treats you like a kid that is given a win that doesn’t know they actually didn’t do it on your own, that you can’t do it on your own. Rubber banding does the opposite for people that are good at the game, they take the win from you, they keep the other karts near you even if you hit a prefect run all the boosts, all the power drifts, power jumps, jump boosting. It takes a game that is somewhat skill based and says “nope we are going to restrict you because you are too good” and if you’re bad “we are going to pretend you are good” That’s what rubbering banding does to gamers and you can test it out for yourself. Do a good start have someone on split screen behind you watching your good start then do a bad start and you’ll see the other computers stick to your kart. It’s so f-ing bad… Expand
  41. nintendofan721
    Feb 28, 2022
    9
    This is a Wii U port and I am against those, but it fixes a lot of the major problems the original game had. For starters, they added an actual battle mode. There are five different modes including the standard balloon battle and coin runners, bob-omb blast and shine theif returning from double dash, and the all new renegade round up, which is the one I’ve played the most on here. TheyThis is a Wii U port and I am against those, but it fixes a lot of the major problems the original game had. For starters, they added an actual battle mode. There are five different modes including the standard balloon battle and coin runners, bob-omb blast and shine theif returning from double dash, and the all new renegade round up, which is the one I’ve played the most on here. They added Bowser Jr, Dry Bones and King Boo who were missing in the last game, but still no Birdo or Diddy Kong who should have been brought back from the beginning. Still that is an improvement to the character roster. This game is pretty much Mario Kart 8 but better. I do really wish that this game would have stopped selling so well a while back so that Nintendo would have started making a new game, but we are getting 48 new retro tracks soon so that should be enough to hold me up…… Expand
  42. khoitran101507
    Feb 27, 2022
    10
    One of the best racing game i've ever played. Bought the switch just to play this and botw
  43. Honestx
    Feb 22, 2022
    10
    I will keep this review short I PROMISE!

    This is the game that I always come back to when I am bored or the game that I always play when visitors come over or when I want to re-live some moments with my family on the couch. the Mario Kart series have always being that one game everyone has and loves to play. Such great memories I have of this game and past games. Don't even get me    I will keep this review short I PROMISE!

    This is the game that I always come back to when I am bored or the game that I always play when visitors come over or when I want to re-live some moments with my family on the couch. the Mario Kart series have always being that one game everyone has and loves to play. Such great memories I have of this game and past games. Don't even get me started on the ability to play a proper Mario Kart game on the go or even play co-op on the go by flipping the joy-cons on their side. 10/10 legendary game series. great fun at home or on the go!    … Expand
  44. mboscht
    Feb 20, 2022
    8
    Mario Kart 8 .
  45. Ssen
    Feb 13, 2022
    10
    Nintendo keeps milking the cow a decade later with this game, and people keep buying it. Why would that be? It is just so much fun to play!
  46. nusco
    Feb 12, 2022
    9
    Mario Kart isn't just a game–it's a whole genre. The Mario Kart series is the one that created the genre. Mario Kart 8 is the best in the series. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the best version of Mario Kart 8. Draw your own conclusion.

    MK8 is an endlessly fun racing game with an incredibly broad appeal, from the most casual player to serious gamers. It's hard to give it a perfect score,    Mario Kart isn't just a game–it's a whole genre. The Mario Kart series is the one that created the genre. Mario Kart 8 is the best in the series. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the best version of Mario Kart 8. Draw your own conclusion.

    MK8 is an endlessly fun racing game with an incredibly broad appeal, from the most casual player to serious gamers. It's hard to give it a perfect score, because it's ultimately just refining the same old formula, and it feels like it could use some kind of "story mode" for single players. However, it's definitely a classic, must-own game, and a staple of Nintendo's catalog.    … Expand
  47. Aluk
    Feb 10, 2022
    10
    Genialidad de Nintendo, en vez de sacar MK9 sacan un DLC con 48 Pistas! Grandes
  48. Fireyoshi779
    Feb 5, 2022
    9
    The best racing game of all time on switch,amazing graphics,60 fps both docked and handheld and very good gameplay with the amazing tracks.Great game both in gameplay and graphics and a big must have for switch owners!
  49. BlestTiger97489
    Feb 2, 2022
    10
    While the lack of any new tracks is disappointing, the battle mode is really fun, Splatoon content is a great edition and 2 items makes the item side so much more interesting! Must have if you never played the Wii U version or never got the DLC on the Wii U version!
  50. NylonYT
    Jan 31, 2022
    0
    Great game to hop on and play a few races, though there should be more tracks.
  51. Lil_Caucasian
    Jan 29, 2022
    8
    Best Mario Kart game so far. Great for multiplayer, but single player is still limited. Also, the battle mode is not as good as previous entries.
  52. Minimik75
    Jan 20, 2022
    10
    I'm gonna try to be as genuine as possible with this review. I looked at a couple of the other positive reviews by viewers, and most of them were strictly praising the gameplay. While that's obviously the aspect of Mario Kart that most people only care about, and I also agree that it's incredible and that I'm glad that it was made so much more fluent and easy to pick up and play, I'm justI'm gonna try to be as genuine as possible with this review. I looked at a couple of the other positive reviews by viewers, and most of them were strictly praising the gameplay. While that's obviously the aspect of Mario Kart that most people only care about, and I also agree that it's incredible and that I'm glad that it was made so much more fluent and easy to pick up and play, I'm just gonna say that this game is also amazing in its graphics, sound, and animation departments. Actually, before I go on with that, I'm gonna give a shoutout to the battle mode real quick, they really made me forget the sh**hole that it was on the Wii U with so many cool and creative arenas (I especially love the Wuhu Island one), even though I still like just playing normal races most of the time. Anyway, OHMYGOSH this game's music. From jazzy remixes to the new fully orchestrated soundtrack, it sounds and feels amazing on your ears, and makes the game just feel so alive and full of energy. I literally still listen to this game's soundtrack to this day, from the catchy jingles from some tracks like Shy Guy Falls and Moo Moo Meadows and also the ear candy that comes from some of the GC remixes and also N64 Rainbow Road, it's just so epic man. The title theme having the original SNES Mario Kart theme in it is really cool as well. It feels so genuine and like the composers of this game had so much fun while making it. Music Park too, I just love it so much. Now don't get me wrong, I also love the nostalgic music of older Mario Kart games like Mario Kart Wii, but this game's soundtrack just makes it seem like it's the ultimate Mario Kart game. For graphics and animation, oh good Lord is this game utilizing its hardware so well. It feels like more than just a Wii U port for some reason. And all the characters are so expressive, I don't really mind the overwhelming quantity of characters, I'd just say that the next Mario Kart game should definitely tone it down a bit (I'm looking at you, Mario Kart Tour.) Oh yeah and the anti gravity gimmick is sorta cool as well, it does make for some very cool camera angles sometimes I guess, I don't really have anything else to say about it. Oh yeah, the racetrack selection is also so fun and diverse, and I wasn't disappointed with any of the new tracks, but some I definitely like more than others. Overall, it's what Mario Kart should be and I still love playing it with my friends and them getting mad at me lol… Expand
  53. Bruhusuck
    Jan 16, 2022
    9
    Very good game good job nintendo but please make your servers better for online
  54. Toffeltrasa
    Jan 15, 2022
    8
    This is the best Mario Kart game to date! Well It's Mario Kart, how could you even mess that up?

    (coughcough Mario Kart Tour coughcough)
  55. Mr_Nobody34
    Jan 14, 2022
    3
    Ratings for the time period it came out
    Story : 0
    Gameplay : 3
    Graphics : 4
    Fun Factor : 4
    Environment interaction : 1
    Sound effects : 4
    Overall Immersion : 3
  56. FunkyBoi
    Jan 7, 2022
    9
    Mario Kart 8 just feels so damn good to play, and I still can't figure out why. It's become one of my most played games on the switch and I still don't understand how or when it got there, there's something about just slipping into a trance while you make all the familiar corners, hit all the mini-turbos and tricks, and adapt on the fly to the RNG insanity that characterises theMario Kart 8 just feels so damn good to play, and I still can't figure out why. It's become one of my most played games on the switch and I still don't understand how or when it got there, there's something about just slipping into a trance while you make all the familiar corners, hit all the mini-turbos and tricks, and adapt on the fly to the RNG insanity that characterises the experience. It's fun solo, as a local multiplayer, or even online, and is easily a must have for switch owners.… Expand
  57. infjaxcritic
    Jan 6, 2022
    10
    Start your engines, racers! This game is just great! Who knew riding on walls and ceilings would be fun(kids, do not try this at home)? Mario Kart 8(especially the Deluxe version) is basically everything that its predecessors fell behind on done to utter perfection. Not only that, but it is also my favorite game of all time, although I do not get to play it much. Although the Wii U versionStart your engines, racers! This game is just great! Who knew riding on walls and ceilings would be fun(kids, do not try this at home)? Mario Kart 8(especially the Deluxe version) is basically everything that its predecessors fell behind on done to utter perfection. Not only that, but it is also my favorite game of all time, although I do not get to play it much. Although the Wii U version had a Battle Mode as interesting as watching paint dry, the Switch version spices it up with not one, not two, but FIVE options, and all are as cool as one another. And the added guide helps players to better understand the game and how to play it. But I've saved the best for last, the music and racetracks. Not only do the racetracks keep you on your toes, but the music only adds to the "I must win" vibe. There should be no arguments when I say that this game is a must-own, must-play, must-enjoy!… Expand
  58. KohakuGaming
    Jan 6, 2022
    1
    This is by far the worst racing game I have ever played completely RNG based not very fun and a $60 remake of a wiiu game This game is not fun at all and evil.
  59. Baldic
    Jan 3, 2022
    8
    This is a well rounded Mario Kart experience, not too different from other entries. A nice selection of courses, a balanced experience, at least compared to other entries, a solid battle mode. This game is a must have and great for having fun from time to time.

    Still, this game has room for improvement and additional content.
  60. IamSquid
    Jan 2, 2022
    7
    I'm not a huge Mario fan. I bought this because, when the pandemic began, I thought this was going to be the way to social for a while (and then everyone bough Animal Crossing). Its a fine game, not really my thing, but I have fun playing it when that's what other people want to do.
  61. BLueSS
    Dec 31, 2021
    7
    Mario Kart dumbed down and made super accessible. It's great my 3 year old can play with auto driving assists turned on, but these options are so hidden adults play with it without knowing whether it's on or off. When you switch players/controllers it's especially annoying to remember to switch these before each race. It doesn't feel as tough as previous Mario karts either, which IMO were better.
  62. beastmodeilleri
    Dec 29, 2021
    9
    Probably the best Mario Kart game so far. A large quantity of stages and playable characters and vehicles.
    It's frustrating as hell though, when you play like a king all game just to get hit by a blue shell, followed by a red one and somebody with a power star runs you over, just to finish at 8th place at best, but I guess that's Mario Kart for you.
  63. patinete92
    Dec 26, 2021
    9
    Muchos personajes, muchos circuitos, muchos detalles y muy bien cuidado. El online repleto de gente y las novedades respecto a la versión de wiiu están bien y mejoran el juego. La pega es lo abandonado que tiene Nintendo el juego al no organizar ni torneos online oficiales.
  64. Pitohui9441
    Dec 25, 2021
    10
    A near perfect game. I honestly can't really find anything to criticize. It's super accessible, and pretty much the only game that I can play with my non-gaming family. The controls are simple, the joycon motion control is a nice touch, and the online mode is awesome. This game is truly hours of fun for anyone.
  65. OrdinaryGaming
    Dec 13, 2021
    8
    Its a really comfortable racing game with characters made by nintendo - from Mario to Isabelle from Animal Crossing. You also have car customization, from wheels to parachute, or you can even choose if you want a car or motorcycle. Its fun, I recommend it, but it gets boring after few days.
  66. B00tador
    Dec 4, 2021
    8
    Great choice of courses, enjoyable multiplayer, stale singleplayer. Where is Mario Kart 9...
  67. ochjago
    Nov 22, 2021
    10
    Great music, graphics, options to choose from. I appreciate you can play online with friends - it makes the whole experience even better.
  68. JoeyPL5
    Nov 16, 2021
    10
    This is the best-looking game on the switch, and it's Mario Kart. Everyone loves it.
  69. andrew9
    Nov 16, 2021
    7
    mario kart .
  70. MetalSoArtFenix
    Nov 8, 2021
    0
    0/10 Одна Из Худший Игр Во Вселенной 0/10.............................................................................................................................
  71. DanteMerino
    Nov 7, 2021
    9
    Solid party game I recommend for when friends are around and unlocking car parts is satisfying.
  72. teksturki
    Nov 2, 2021
    9
    Not too much content, but the racing can just eat all your free time and occupy all your attention! Particularly fun to play along with several friends. A good party game. Still, it's 9 to me, as I am not a fan of the racing genre.
  73. Adasc2906
    Oct 28, 2021
    8
    It's pretty good from the beginning to the finish. If you're looking for a racing game on a switch then this is the best one you can get
  74. TGious
    Oct 17, 2021
    9
    Although Wii is my favorite game in the series for numerous reasons, there is no denying that this is an extremely solid Mario Kart. There are more stages and characters than ever before, which really makes for varied gameplay to keep you occupied for a long time. The thing that I was most excited about for this game was that there are 12 player races in a mobile Mario kart for the firstAlthough Wii is my favorite game in the series for numerous reasons, there is no denying that this is an extremely solid Mario Kart. There are more stages and characters than ever before, which really makes for varied gameplay to keep you occupied for a long time. The thing that I was most excited about for this game was that there are 12 player races in a mobile Mario kart for the first time, and I still think that is one of the best parts about this game. The music and tracks are not as solid as Wii's were, but overall it is a really good Mario Kart that is worth your while 100%!… Expand
  75. NepodarOK
    Oct 4, 2021
    9
    Too much randomness, and when playing with bots, everything is built. game very overpriced for its simplicity and primitiveness
  76. Syhlcam
    Oct 2, 2021
    9
    Mario Kart 8 Deluxe est excellent, le jeu est certes un portage avec les DLC de MK8 Wii U, mais celui-ci vient corriger quelques défauts de l'original. On a le retour des vraies batailles avec des terrain fait pour et plus juste le recyclage des circuits. Le jeu est très bon, beau et fonctionne très bien en ligne comme en local.
  77. Ardho
    Aug 28, 2021
    9
    I think Mario Kart 8 is the best kart game, everyone can enjoy playing this game
  78. VikiSetyah
    Aug 25, 2021
    10
    Still the best kart game.Cool soundtrack, beautiful track/course, little gameplay to master in 200cc mode. Addictive !!!
  79. CheetoPhingers
    Aug 18, 2021
    7
    I don't think this is the tightest Mario kart game and I may be, as much as I love the Nintendo switch, a butthurt Wii u user.
  80. deycd
    Aug 13, 2021
    9
    Este juego en la wii u era la experiencia de Mario Kart definitiva. Con la única queja del modo batalla, acá sin embargo, prepárate a desembolsar para pagar el online. Pero no te preocupes, acá se corrije el modo batalla. Así que también es muy buena opción, casi a la altura del original.
  81. Denis94
    Jul 18, 2021
    10
    Quizás sea el Mario Kart definitivo, es el título que llevo a lo más alto a esta saga mítica, mejorándolo y añadiendo nuevos conceptos al juego como los doble objetos en carrera, si eres fan de esta saga este juego no te lo puedes perder.
  82. giannis2001
    Aug 26, 2020
    9
    Absolutely the best Kart Racing game out there and one of the best games in general on the Switch.
  83. DarCbrGr
    Jun 26, 2021
    9
    Although it's not entirely my favorite, this is the definitive Mario Kart experience.
  84. JadenJulien
    Jun 24, 2021
    7
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. 2017 suks! MUSIC MAKES ME WANT TO DANCE MUSIC MAKES ME WANT TO DANCE MUSIC MAKES ME WANT TO DANCE… Expand
  85. Gust800
    Jun 19, 2021
    10
    Best of the best !!!! Like always is the bast kart racing game . Great graphics , gameplay and sound .
  86. Phuz
    Jun 16, 2021
    0
    Well this was bought for me as a present and it has been traded in. As I have been a life long fan of Mario Kart been playing since my SNES in the 90's, my GF bought this for me. The thing is I have it on WiiU with DLC and it plays better on there. The stiff, piddly little Switch wheels just don't work well and I like playing Mario Kart with wheels. I can play an incredibly similar versionWell this was bought for me as a present and it has been traded in. As I have been a life long fan of Mario Kart been playing since my SNES in the 90's, my GF bought this for me. The thing is I have it on WiiU with DLC and it plays better on there. The stiff, piddly little Switch wheels just don't work well and I like playing Mario Kart with wheels. I can play an incredibly similar version of the game on WiiU using my Wii wheels and it feels so much better to play. Zelda BotW (which is an absolute turd of a game), Mario Kart, Tokyo Mirage, Toads Treasure Tracker, Xenoblade Chronicles, all Wii/WiiU games. Nintendo need to stop rehashing old games. Fire Emblem 3 Houses was amazing, Mario and Rabbids was really good. They're still capable but being extremely lazy in my eyes.

    This should have been a brand new Mario Kart made to work well with the Switches design, not a WiiU game ported over and less enjoyable.

    Wii Mario Kart was a better game too.    … Expand
  87. Matthew257
    May 27, 2021
    8
    I absolutely love this game, the only reason I'm not giving it a 10 is because they should be releasing new extra downloadable racing maps like every month or so, and they should give you your racing minutes and seconds time after all races not just on the time trials. That part is so dumb to me, so 8 for now until they fix that crucial error to me
  88. Hormanee
    May 20, 2021
    9
    Mario Kart 8 deluxe is the perfect family experience, it doesn't require that much skill and is fun to play for anyone form any age, in my opinion one of the best (if not the best) family experiences that Nintendo can offer on switch.
  89. DrPebba
    May 13, 2021
    6
    even if i dont enjoy the game as others i gotta say its really high quality game and i had some fun with it, but i wish i could keep enjoying it, there is no content in the game to keep playing and doesnt justify the 60 dollars, all the characters are already unlocked since start, all the cups, all the modes, what makes you keep playing? o yeah the vehicules, you just need to grab coins...even if i dont enjoy the game as others i gotta say its really high quality game and i had some fun with it, but i wish i could keep enjoying it, there is no content in the game to keep playing and doesnt justify the 60 dollars, all the characters are already unlocked since start, all the cups, all the modes, what makes you keep playing? o yeah the vehicules, you just need to grab coins... really? it has the best gameplay in the series no doubt, but it lacks of modes and things to do.… Expand
  90. weskergamer
    May 8, 2021
    8
    Mario KArt 8 Deluxe is the best Mario Kart to date, i just wish it had got more DLCs and stuff
  91. valsaven
    May 5, 2021
    8
    Шикарная игра как для одного, так и для компании.

    Графика топ, простое управление, много разных персонажей, весело играть на пару и подбивать друг друга панцирями. Гибкий выбор сложности (если 50 кубов - спокойная езда с перестрелками, то 200 - уже активные гонки с дрифтом и срезами путей). Зайдёт даже тем, кто не особо гонки любит, т.к. основная часть геймплея здесь -    Шикарная игра как для одного, так и для компании.

    Графика топ, простое управление, много разных персонажей, весело играть на пару и подбивать друг друга панцирями.

    Гибкий выбор сложности (если 50 кубов - спокойная езда с перестрелками, то 200 - уже активные гонки с дрифтом и срезами путей).

    Зайдёт даже тем, кто не особо гонки любит, т.к. основная часть геймплея здесь - использование предметов. И этим Mario Kart (любой, не только эта часть) напоминает скорее Twisted Metal, чем NFS.    … Expand
  92. Dinos10
    May 2, 2021
    10
    It the best racing game I have ever played. The characters are very varied, the tracks are very funny, and it is also great to play with friends.
  93. MaddoxWhite
    Apr 24, 2021
    10
    This is one of the best multiplayer games ever, and THE BEST racing game ever.

    I'm obsessed with time trials too, so it's also great for single player.
  94. ophone
    Apr 16, 2021
    10
    A fantastic game for everyone, plus the most beautiful, best sounding, most complete and most easily manoeuvrable Mario Kart. It is the Switch game I put the most time in until now and also the first Mario Kart I played online.
    This game is not by coincidence the most sold Switch game.
  95. tonymagz
    Apr 8, 2021
    8
    Almost perfect game. Best MK to date, amazing soundtrack and mechanics. Great tracks (lots of them!) Sucks the frame rate drops with more than 2 player split screen but I guess you can blame the Switch for that.
    Online is piss poor. Works fine for random matchups yourself but nearly pointless if you want to match up with a friend (you can only race your party with computers, not random    Almost perfect game. Best MK to date, amazing soundtrack and mechanics. Great tracks (lots of them!) Sucks the frame rate drops with more than 2 player split screen but I guess you can blame the Switch for that.
    Online is piss poor. Works fine for random matchups yourself but nearly pointless if you want to match up with a friend (you can only race your party with computers, not random other users).    … Expand
  96. FireZD
    Apr 1, 2021
    8
    8/10, this is the best Mario kart game overall, but it isn't for me. I feel Mario kart is the type of game where you will prefer whichever one you grew up with. For me, this was Mario kart Wii, and I prefer that game over Mario Kart 8, because of the nostalgia, there is nothing wrong with Mario kart 8 Deluxe, but it doesn't do much special. It is a Mario kart game, that is all it is, if8/10, this is the best Mario kart game overall, but it isn't for me. I feel Mario kart is the type of game where you will prefer whichever one you grew up with. For me, this was Mario kart Wii, and I prefer that game over Mario Kart 8, because of the nostalgia, there is nothing wrong with Mario kart 8 Deluxe, but it doesn't do much special. It is a Mario kart game, that is all it is, if you do not like Mario kart, you won't like this game. If you do, then you will like this game.… Expand
  97. KolaKoala21
    Mar 31, 2021
    10
    Always a classic and super fun to play with family and friends. Easy enough for everyone to enjoy playing together even non gamers.
  98. Mckenzieawesome
    Mar 30, 2021
    10
    Oh, come on. it's Mario Kart there's not much that needs to be said about Mario Kart because it is just a racing game with items and Nintendo characters. overall if you were rating this by what is the best Mario Kart game this is probably the best.
  99. Xemnios
    Mar 29, 2021
    6
    The same game in 20 years... Win all the cups in all the classes and the game is end. No adventure mode, no missions, all the same modes every time
  100. Fusy
    Mar 12, 2021
    3
    I loved Mario Kart Wii. While the core gameplay remains solid, aspects of this game stop me from finding enjoyment. The twisted tracks are incredibly uncomfortable to drive on. This is especially true for wall riding when your character drives diagonally at the side of the screen. I don't know if it's the angle of my character or the track, or if the camera is too close to the road, but II loved Mario Kart Wii. While the core gameplay remains solid, aspects of this game stop me from finding enjoyment. The twisted tracks are incredibly uncomfortable to drive on. This is especially true for wall riding when your character drives diagonally at the side of the screen. I don't know if it's the angle of my character or the track, or if the camera is too close to the road, but I can't stand these sections. It's weird that no body else seems to have this problem. I'm hoping Nintendo lay off the twists in any sequels or I won't be buying.… Expand
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#3 Best Switch Game of 2017
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#4 Most Discussed Switch Game of 2017
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#4 Most Shared Switch Game of 2017

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92

Universal acclaim - based on 95 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 93 out of 95
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 95
  3. Negative: 0 out of 95
  1. Power Unlimited
    Oct 19, 2017
    85
    You could see Mario Kart 8 Deluxe as an easy port, because it is to a certain extent. But it would be silly to disregard the ultimate fun this kart experience offers because of this. If you have a Nintendo Switch, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is an essential purchase you will play for over three years and never regret buying.
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  2. Wired UK
    Aug 30, 2017
    90
    Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a refinement rather than a remaster, but one that corrects the few flaws of its predecessor. It would be nice if there was just a bit more new content to help justify the full price release, or if you didn't have to unlock kart mods all over again, but for the foreseeable future, this is the definitive – and best – Mario Kart experience.
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  3. LEVEL (Czech Republic)
    Jul 5, 2017
    60
    Funny racing game featuring the most popular tracks from all older sequels and versions. Don’t waste your time with reality – shoot the enemy with the turtle shell! [Issue#275]
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