Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

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8.6

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  1. omniface
    Mar 12, 2021
    9
    mario kart 8

    pros
    good speed
    good karts
    good players

    cons
    can get quite boring and repeating
    also smash bros outshined it in irony

    bumped from a 5 to a 9 since very creative
    and tremendous redeeming music
    also it may be boring but does compare well to other mariokart games
  2. Shadowsky101
    Feb 22, 2021
    10
    The best Mario Kart game! Makes fun to play it with friends. And that also as a Handheld. When you have a Switch, buy it!
  3. Ronacse
    Feb 20, 2021
    0
    Is fun to play with people, however the aspects that are troubling to me is whenever you are riding solo, the game just **** you for no reason
  4. Rezaayoobi
    Feb 18, 2021
    10
    یه بازی به شدت سرگرم کننده و چند نفره که باعث میشه ساعت ها سرگرم بشین بدون خستگی
  5. Drewmeadyy
    Feb 18, 2021
    7
    Mario Kart 8 deluxe is an enjoyable experience on the whole and offers hours of enjoyable gameplay, sadly this is almost copied from the Wii U title and offers little improvements to the gameplay. However, still a fun game and thoroughly enjoyable, alas 7/10.
  6. MisterMacys
    Feb 16, 2021
    10
    Needs more tracks! Give me a $20-$30 dlc pack with more courses please! Also, kill that trash mobile game you have.
  7. Gontrand00
    Feb 13, 2021
    8
    This is a good MK game. It has great control, easy to learn and it must be really cool to play with other people, almost as much as Double Dash. But sadly the game has several flaws that restrain it from being a 10.

    -50cc and 100cc and much to easy, especially for a veteran player who did every MK games -150cc and 200cc are almost unfair in some ways, since you pretty much always have    This is a good MK game. It has great control, easy to learn and it must be really cool to play with other people, almost as much as Double Dash. But sadly the game has several flaws that restrain it from being a 10.

    -50cc and 100cc and much to easy, especially for a veteran player who did every MK games
    -150cc and 200cc are almost unfair in some ways, since you pretty much always have a race where you get hit by a blue shell 2 seconds before the finish line, get passed by 1-2 or 3 others players and then your score is **** It's sincerely systematic. When you go through every 12 cups, it happens at least once per cup. So since I gave up doing the 100% thing with 3 stars everywhere, I don't really give a damn anymore, but for anyone who tries to do it perfectly, it's gonna be a frustrating experience since this gimmick make the game much harder than it should be.

    -There is also a weird mechanic in the game where if you tend to get out a little out of the path, it forced you to go back on track. It's subtle, but thing can ruin races. It literally happened to me on a race where I wanted to do a short curve drift, and it suddenly shifted to make me take a shortcut I couldn't take because I didn't have a boost. So I fell in the water for no reason and it was (of course) on the last turn. It doesn't happen quite often, but this feels like this mechanics was integrated in the game so beginner players wouldn't constantly fly off road, which can be OK if you are on assist-mode, but never on a full speed mode. It kinda crushes the point since you feel you cannot your kart perfectly.

    -Also too bad some items are gone because it feels less diversified (after 36 cups).

    -They literally changed some races from the past, which is not really a nice hommage since it blow up the point of taking old tracks. I'm not talking about bugs, but about some things that made those races unique. Yoshi's valley is a great exemple. On the N64 version, you could never know who was first during the race because the icon were all switched up with ? marks. Which gave so much suspens and made that race unforgettable. This was took out in the Switch version, which is kinda sad and less exciting.

    You feel that's a really good game with great quality, but the laziness of Nintendo (as usual) to do a deluxe version instead of a new one, and the poor additions or changes they did, doesn't really gives a nice picture of the game.

    So it's worth a good 8, but far behind what it could have been (which feels like a bad habits Nintendo seem to have with their AAA games).    … Expand
  8. junkykunky
    Feb 9, 2021
    9
    This is the best Mario Kart game with great multiplayer fun! The battle mode is great and really improves on Mario Kart 8's battle mode with returning modes and brand new and old maps! This game has some of the greatest tracks of any Mario Kart game with many new and retro tracks for you and some of your friends to enjoy!
  9. twinrcs
    Feb 6, 2021
    10
    I love this game becouse we got stable 60 FPS lots of characters and maps and maps are fantastic its must have for every switch
  10. MacG
    Jan 28, 2021
    8
    The best Mario Kart ever made so far. That being said, the rubber band A.I. can be frustrating and Nintendo need to remove blue shells from the game entirely.
  11. Inorde
    Jan 22, 2021
    10
    The perfect culmination of all things Mario Kart. There is a LOT of content in this game and all the tracks are beautifully crafted. Game-play is flawless. It's a good example of easy to learn, hard to master. My children play 50cc with steering assistance. Personally I'm trying to conquer the golden items and that is a tough challenge even after 75 hours of play. Yes, some luck isThe perfect culmination of all things Mario Kart. There is a LOT of content in this game and all the tracks are beautifully crafted. Game-play is flawless. It's a good example of easy to learn, hard to master. My children play 50cc with steering assistance. Personally I'm trying to conquer the golden items and that is a tough challenge even after 75 hours of play. Yes, some luck is involved to finish a cup with 3 stars, although with enough skill you can get ahead far enough to make it to 1st place even if several hits slow you down. The web is full of tips and tricks to improve your driving and tactics.

    The performance is good. A stable 60fps. The only problem here is 3 or more players. The screen will split in 4 then and frame-rate will be capped at 30fps. It's doable but the difference with 60fps is huge.

    On-line play is plain and simple and a lot of fun. I haven't spend a lot of time doing battles though.

    One side note: this is an updated version of the Wii U game + DLC. If you already own that there is not much to gain here, although playing this in handheld mode is perfectly doable.

    I've spent many, many hours with this game. It's the game I advise everyone who buys a Switch. It's a good showcase what the Switch can do and it's a blast to play for any age.    … Expand
  12. opnyx
    Jan 16, 2021
    9
    Simply the best Mario Kart I've played. There's a lot of content and the driving is very nice.
    Must-have for playing with friends, or online (the AI is sometimes too weak).
  13. Marioocc_97
    Jan 14, 2021
    9
    Hay veces que pienso que no sacan Mario Kart 9 porque no saben cómo superar lo que hicieron aquí. Quitando algún modo aventura/misiones como existen en juegos como CTR/Mario Kart DS respectivamente, posee un total de 48 circuitos, 43 personajes a elegir (incluyendo personajes fuera de la saga Mario), variedad de vehículos, ruedas y ala deltas, modo batalla, Gran Prix de 4 cilindradasHay veces que pienso que no sacan Mario Kart 9 porque no saben cómo superar lo que hicieron aquí. Quitando algún modo aventura/misiones como existen en juegos como CTR/Mario Kart DS respectivamente, posee un total de 48 circuitos, 43 personajes a elegir (incluyendo personajes fuera de la saga Mario), variedad de vehículos, ruedas y ala deltas, modo batalla, Gran Prix de 4 cilindradas distintas y modo espejo, un online súper divertido, apartado artístico y musical impecable y una maravilla de gameplay, sintiéndose pulido y con un feedback del control muy agradable. A todo esto podemos añadir la portabilidad del título, que aun no formando parte del juego como tal, es un muy buen incentivo para jugadores que apenas puedan jugar en sus casas. Si tuviese que ponerle una nota sería un 9,5. Mario Kart 9, si se le añaden las carencias que le faltan a este título y no se reduce demasiado contenido al inicio, podría llegar a ser el mejor juego del género karting de la historia.… Expand
  14. austinmarcus
    Jan 13, 2021
    9
    9/10
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  15. Mister_Jey
    Jan 12, 2021
    7
    → Attention la banane !
    tout d'abord, je tenais à préciser que ma note est un peu sévère car le jeu est surtout destiné au multi. J'y ai joué principalement solo et il est vrai que seul, on s'ennuie un peu dessus. Par ailleurs je trouve que le gameplay repose trop sur la bonne utilisation des pièges, aux bons moments ainsi que de l'utilisation des drifts. Mis à part cela, le jeu reste    → Attention la banane !
    tout d'abord, je tenais à préciser que ma note est un peu sévère car le jeu est surtout destiné au multi. J'y ai joué principalement solo et il est vrai que seul, on s'ennuie un peu dessus. Par ailleurs je trouve que le gameplay repose trop sur la bonne utilisation des pièges, aux bons moments ainsi que de l'utilisation des drifts. Mis à part cela, le jeu reste très fun avec des courses comme à l'accoutumée, ultra dynamiques. Mario Kart 8 propose notamment différents modes, mais qui sont encore plus destinés à être joués entre amis ou en famille.

    Sortie en avril 2017 / Développé par Nintendo.    … Expand
  16. HeavyMachineGon
    Jan 6, 2021
    10
    switch必买游戏了，都会玩和都不会玩的时候是最好玩的，说的就是马车8。合家欢游戏，上手快，可以有技巧也可以完全不需要技巧，而且可以随机生成几张地图打（隔壁的Super Mario Party学一下啊）。
    每次玩马车8都在感慨老任的细节做得真好，地图，角色，卡丁车装扮等等。
  17. Coryn78
    Jan 5, 2021
    0
    The game is great, I have nothing against it. But instead of giving us a new Mario Kart, like Nintendo did for every console since Mario Kart exists, they just recycled another WiiU title and sold it again with little addition for another 60€. Mario Kart is not the only game to that this happened. It seems to be a trend at Nintendo to just rerelease WiiU games on the Switch. But unlikeThe game is great, I have nothing against it. But instead of giving us a new Mario Kart, like Nintendo did for every console since Mario Kart exists, they just recycled another WiiU title and sold it again with little addition for another 60€. Mario Kart is not the only game to that this happened. It seems to be a trend at Nintendo to just rerelease WiiU games on the Switch. But unlike most other of the recycled titles, Mario Kart is a game you just need for a Nintendo console. With this game, you can't just say: ,,I already own and played the game, I don't have to buy it again'', Mario Kart is just the game you play with friends and family, especially when they aren't that familiar with most or any video games. I am disappointed, because this just feels like a middle finger from Nintendo towards people with a WiiU, because Nintendo makes us having to buy one game multiple times to have something to play with other people. Instead of making the Switch downwards compatible, they recycle old games, and with Mario Kart 8 (Deluxe) I am the most disappointed.… Expand
  18. alan2pc
    Jan 3, 2021
    9
    This is the best kart game ever created, if you’re into that thing. I give it 9/10.
  19. BeeSting1
    Jan 1, 2021
    8
    Visually exillerating.

    Good - graphics look great. Tracks look beautiful, which makes racing exillerating visually. - smart steering is good for casual players, and kids. - tricks are fun to do. Ramps were nicely placed to string in multiple trick boosts. - 200cc introduces drift braking which adds a new dimension to the gameplay. - a lot of car parts. - blue shell    Visually exillerating.

    Good

    - graphics look great. Tracks look beautiful, which makes racing exillerating visually.

    - smart steering is good for casual players, and kids.

    - tricks are fun to do. Ramps were nicely placed to string in multiple trick boosts.

    - 200cc introduces drift braking which adds a new dimension to the gameplay.

    - a lot of car parts.

    - blue shell counter is a great addition.

    - you recover more quickly when falling off which keeps the pace.

    Bad

    - unwanted speed boosts from collision with opponents. It makes me fall off the edge sometimes in 200cc. It's completely out of my control because the opponent comes from behind.

    - fat characters block my view sometimes

    - no way to practice tracks in 200cc tracks. Only option is to split screen, which is lame.

    - no button remap makes 200cc awkward, since I have to use Y to accelerate to feel comfortable, but it also requires rewiring. Remap would have been easy fix.

    - smart steering should've been off by default. I did the first 7 cups without knowing it was on.    … Expand
  20. weeb122
    Dec 30, 2020
    9
    This is the best Mario Kart game ever... by default. Its just Mario Kart 8 but with all the DLC and a steady frame rate of 60, as well as a much better battle mode. Worth picking up if you don't have it already.
  21. IkOzael
    Dec 27, 2020
    5
    I've had more fun overall in Mario Kart DS and Mario Kart Wii which I'll be comparing 8 to. I'm a guy who leans on the "quality over quantity" standard, so with that I say this game ain't all that. The masses say it's the best, but they either haven't played the ones I mentioned or say it's the best because new.

    First of all, MK8D's track choices are pretty bland to me, especially some    I've had more fun overall in Mario Kart DS and Mario Kart Wii which I'll be comparing 8 to. I'm a guy who leans on the "quality over quantity" standard, so with that I say this game ain't all that. The masses say it's the best, but they either haven't played the ones I mentioned or say it's the best because new.

    First of all, MK8D's track choices are pretty bland to me, especially some o' the older tracks that were remade. Speaking of older tracks, look what they did to Toad's Turnpike and Yoshi's Valley! The character roster is pretty stupid too. Like, why isn't every clone grouped together like Yoshi and Shy Guy's color variants? And who the hell is Pink Gold Peach?! Sounds like some cringey FanFiction love interest for Metal Mario.

    Also, I swear the COMs are rubberbanding... again. If they really are, why? The game already relies on chance and what kart/bike setups you use, so trying to add other **** doesn't add difficulty when it's already random. While I'm at it, I'll talk about the mechanic changes 'cause now it really feels like a toddler fest. For example, remember when the Blue Shell would slow you down significantly since it launched you high in the air on hit? And in a few games, it was possible to escape it (although very hard to do)? Well in this game, it's about as inconvenient as the other shells and inescapable.

    Anyway, I don't really play battle mode all that much 'cause there aren't that many maps to play on and the item roster leaves a lot to be desired. It does feel stale dealing with the same small pool of items, especially when they're place-dependent. Off the top of my head, you could've added missing items from the past games (except for ones like the Banana Bunch from MK64), character-specific items with unique effects, and some of the items from the Mario Kart Arcade games. Maybe that's too much for general gameplay. Too chaotic. Well, how about limiting some items to certain tracks? That'll give more of a reason to play those tracks aside from their layout and design.

    Aside from racing and battle mode, there's nothing else like missions from Mario Kart DS or a "Double Dash" mode where you can pair up with someone to race together. Double Item Boxes are already in the game. Why wasn't that a thing?    … Expand
  22. Leiti
    Dec 22, 2020
    9
    A must-have for every Switch owner who likes to play with friends or family. However, the single player is a real disaster! There is no need to play it because everything is already unlocked. But because the game lives mostly from the multiplayer mode, I don't see that as a major criticism. The online mode and the servers were largely positive to me. The new features, such as gravity, areA must-have for every Switch owner who likes to play with friends or family. However, the single player is a real disaster! There is no need to play it because everything is already unlocked. But because the game lives mostly from the multiplayer mode, I don't see that as a major criticism. The online mode and the servers were largely positive to me. The new features, such as gravity, are also a nice gimmick, and the controls work great. All in all a really very good game and the best Mario Kart.… Expand
  23. Otah
    Dec 18, 2020
    9
    Só não dei 10, porque tá faltando DLC com mais personagens e mais pistas de corrida.
  24. Fallconex
    Dec 17, 2020
    10
    The drive, the soundtrack, visuals, controls, everything is so fine in this racing game. This is a very addictive one. Truly embraces the legacy of Nintendo and a must-have for every Nintendo player!
  25. LunaresArienal
    Dec 12, 2020
    7
    This Mario Kart sure is beautiful and smooth.

    It really lacks some of the challenge from former games since most of what you come for (characters and tracks) are 100% unlocked directly when buying the game.

    Great party game but since there was nothing to unlock I couldn't keep the game in solo modeas long as I could some of the portable MK games before
  26. leeaw
    Dec 10, 2020
    9
    i have issues with a lot of wii u switch ports, and most times that comes down to overpricing relative to lack of new content. mario kart 8 deluxe has very little new content- but for only ten dollars more than the original, which id say is what the handheld convenience is worth alone. im dissapointed they never introduced new tracks- i had this bsck on the wii u and it feels more like ai have issues with a lot of wii u switch ports, and most times that comes down to overpricing relative to lack of new content. mario kart 8 deluxe has very little new content- but for only ten dollars more than the original, which id say is what the handheld convenience is worth alone. im dissapointed they never introduced new tracks- i had this bsck on the wii u and it feels more like a port than a “deluxe” version- but its still a fantastic game at a reasonable price… Expand
  27. YanisPLAYER
    Dec 6, 2020
    10
    1080p and 60 frames per second, the game is perfect and deserve its full success. Nintendo did an awesome job with the switch !
  28. mattsinv
    Dec 2, 2020
    9
    So many different game modes, karts, characters, courses, etc. Definitively the greatest Mario Kart ever released.
  29. obthegeek
    Nov 22, 2020
    9
    it looks nicer, it plays nicer, but personal preference beats out this time.
  30. Daniel_N
    Nov 21, 2020
    8
    I am not familiar with the majority of the Mario characters, but Mario Kart 8 is fun and stylish, and original! It’s fun to play, and, the reason I rank it so low, is because I have only played it a couple of dozens of times with a few friends online.
  31. ItsDaDoc
    Nov 14, 2020
    8
    Mario Kart 8 is a great game, no doubt about it. But compared to other games, it's a little boring, and I personally think it's overrated. But, the tracks are still pretty interesting, and the character roster is all right. I can have a good time with this game.
  32. Cacasecaxxx
    Nov 14, 2020
    9
    El mario-kart mas completo de todos, muy disfrutable y divertido, para jugar con amigos o solo, nada que no se haya dicho ya sobre esta fantástica saga.
    Un must-have en switch.
  33. RWBY-chan
    Nov 12, 2020
    8
    Is a really solid game the track are fun battle mod is ok and the roster overall is good the nerfed motorcycle are not in my liking but whatever is a great game ☺️
  34. Overprogi
    Oct 15, 2020
    9
    Only this game, I can play forever

    Exquisite track design, diverse models, and rich game modes. The perfect combination of these factors makes this game both hardcore and easy to start.
  35. Rocker_Ax
    Oct 5, 2020
    9
    Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is beautiful.
    I don't think it's the best MK out there, but man this game is simply fun (more with friends).
    Once you know all the tricks and shortcuts you'll be unstoppable Ahahah.
  36. B0rn2_w1n
    Oct 4, 2020
    9
    Excellent game, very addictive and very fun to play with friends.

    Only downside I found is that the online multiplayer is a bit simple and don't have a system of leagues or tournaments that would make you keep playing as wanting to progress on the ranking system.
  37. NorwayGamer
    Oct 2, 2020
    9
    It's been a while since I played this game - I bought it sometime during the 2017 Christmas season. But the first thing that hit me when I started playing it again was "wow" !!

    These visuals are extremely impressive, especially considering how underpowered the Switch is compared to the competition. This game easily rivals most games on both Ps4 and Xbone - at least in the graphics    It's been a while since I played this game - I bought it sometime during the 2017 Christmas season. But the first thing that hit me when I started playing it again was "wow" !!

    These visuals are extremely impressive, especially considering how underpowered the Switch is compared to the competition. This game easily rivals most games on both Ps4 and Xbone - at least in the graphics department.
    The sharp textures, the amazing character models & animation, the level of detail in the courses, and not to mention the lighting effects! just wow!!

    The game's appeal is further enhanced by small, but very noticeable tweaks to the gameplay - like two item boxes, an immensely improved battle mode, and other small improvements.

    Needless to say, this is my favorite MarioKart to date, and I've played it countless hours since it first arrived on WiiU back in 2014.
    The Switch version is much improved, so I won't go back to the older version any time soon. But the game is fantastic on both consoles.    … Expand
  38. MajorasMp3
    Sep 28, 2020
    8
    When I first picked the game up when I got my Switch, I was excited to play as the new characters and all that. It's a really good game and you should pick this up for the family if you're looking for a game to play. You won't regret it.
  39. GamePlayer77
    Sep 19, 2020
    9
    A massive improvement to an already amazing game. Removed DLC, (not the content though) made actual battle mode tracks, and brought back many features wanted by many.
  40. CatsNGames
    Sep 16, 2020
    8
    Great fun racing game, and the definitive Mario Kart Experience. Has everything you would want, and more.
  41. Gerdo
    Sep 15, 2020
    9
    I mean, it is Mario Kart... do I need to say more? The best kart game in history. Incredibly fun, full of content. Cannot recommend it enough. Best in multiplayer mode.
  42. DavidPA17
    Sep 3, 2020
    9
    El juego está muy bien para jugar con amigos, pero le hacen falta mas modos de juego.
  43. Lady_F
    Sep 1, 2020
    9
    Pretty much the best Mario Kart to date. I would risk saying that Nintendo Switch was MADE for this game.
  44. Magolor21
    Aug 26, 2020
    4
    This game is the perfect example of the Nintendo casual approach post 2010: confusion rules over everything. From a racing game, Mario Kart has officially become a Party game where luck is almost as important as skills.
    Most of the choices, from the blue shell running through racers, to the lightning for not mentioning the green shells bouncing crazily everywhere seemed to be done in order    This game is the perfect example of the Nintendo casual approach post 2010: confusion rules over everything. From a racing game, Mario Kart has officially become a Party game where luck is almost as important as skills.
    Most of the choices, from the blue shell running through racers, to the lightning for not mentioning the green shells bouncing crazily everywhere seemed to be done in order to create confusion and help gamers without skills to obtain decent results.
    The Mirror mode is totally useless and the 200cc doesn’t suit a track design which wasn’t intended to that.

    The only good notes are the graphics, colorful and gorgeous, the nice Ost and the control system almost all the time price and reliable.    … Expand
  45. MagicMikey
    Aug 22, 2020
    9
    One of the best Mario Kart games ever. really fun, great maps. looks beautiful and play great. It's online is really good but the 10 second afk kick feature is weird. would be a 10 with a better battle mode
  46. Jopawho
    Aug 18, 2020
    8
    Même pas besoin d'en parler il fait le taff bravo Nintendo vos jeu Mario kart sont toujours aussi bon, un indispensable à faire sur Switch
  47. Vojs745
    Aug 16, 2020
    10
    Nintendo = Quality I never bought nintendo game then feel disapointed or robbed their games is just examples for others
  48. Technickle
    Aug 11, 2020
    1
    This game is a lot worse compared to it's Wii U release, and the luck factor that comes into play even makes it's a worse experience. Unlike the Wii U version where skill was a factor, luck felt more reasonable. $60 for this? no, no more like $30 maximum. For someone who played A LOT of the Wii U version, I can tell you that, this is not any better. If you still like Mario Kart 8, makeThis game is a lot worse compared to it's Wii U release, and the luck factor that comes into play even makes it's a worse experience. Unlike the Wii U version where skill was a factor, luck felt more reasonable. $60 for this? no, no more like $30 maximum. For someone who played A LOT of the Wii U version, I can tell you that, this is not any better. If you still like Mario Kart 8, make sure to keep the Wii U version and dump the Switch version entirely. Coming from someone who spent all their time on the Wii U Version (13K) it's recommended to skip this.… Expand
  49. ruben1100
    Aug 10, 2020
    8
    A complete edition of Mario Kart 8. The soundtrack, the maps and how addicting is the game are the best feats which it has.
    The online is the worst part and the game modes are always the same.
  50. f1o_o1f
    Aug 9, 2020
    6
    While it looks the best, it is far from being the best Mario Kart.
    The content is lacking (battle mode?) and the physics might be the worst yet (seriously completely useless engine that would kill any other franchise but because it's Mario Kart it doesn't matter...)
    For playing with friends, I would easily pick Mario Kart DS or Wii over this one. While both have their problems, they    While it looks the best, it is far from being the best Mario Kart.
    The content is lacking (battle mode?) and the physics might be the worst yet (seriously completely useless engine that would kill any other franchise but because it's Mario Kart it doesn't matter...)

    For playing with friends, I would easily pick Mario Kart DS or Wii over this one. While both have their problems, they seem to be a lot better engineered while 8 Deluxe feels rushed and superficial.

    Online is okay for what it is (the nintendo-switch-online service sadly is really bad but that's not the game's fault) but there are way too few options to customize a game or to set the maps. Playing with friends is annoying as hell for they just do not give a damn about online play at nintendo.

    It is overall really sad to see Nintendo becoming this very distanced company in regard to long-time fans and general communication. I really hope they get to feel some sort of punishment in coming years but I doubt it.    … Expand
  51. eeveegms
    Aug 7, 2020
    8
    It is the most fun Mario kart game to play with friends, has amazing graphics and a lot of characters as well as karts.
  52. mtkf
    Jul 28, 2020
    9
    It's the best mario kart to date. Multiplayer with friends is great, multiplayer online is great. It has infinite replayability and is fun for any age or skill level.
  53. Dave300
    Jul 25, 2020
    10
    Mario Kart is the best Kart racer and this may be the best Mario Kart game of all time! A game that can be enjoyed by everyone, both hardcore and casuals, both Adults and kidsi A must buy for the Switch owners!
  54. Thewayfarer
    Jul 23, 2020
    10
    Complete, fun, well optimised and long lasting. I spend everyday at least 30 minutes playing this game and i have it since release
  55. Xuirky
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    Mario kart 8 deluxe imo is the definitive Mario kart. Personally my favorite Mario kart is mario kart ds and I really enjoyed mk8d since it has actual battle mode maps, a large character selection and finds a way to make 200cc work on all maps.
  56. anxotheboss
    Jul 21, 2020
    9
    MK8 Deluxe is an amazing game, it has a lot of very well desinged circuits, lots of cars, wheels, winds and characters, a very acceptable online mode that will give you hundreds of hours of playing... This game's gameplay is perfect, it's the result of lots of years making Mario Kart games. This is the best Kart Racing game ever made, and probably one of the best Arcade Racing Games of allMK8 Deluxe is an amazing game, it has a lot of very well desinged circuits, lots of cars, wheels, winds and characters, a very acceptable online mode that will give you hundreds of hours of playing... This game's gameplay is perfect, it's the result of lots of years making Mario Kart games. This is the best Kart Racing game ever made, and probably one of the best Arcade Racing Games of all time. It runs at 1080p and 60fps wich is amazing, and it look simply beatiful. I recomend this game to everyone.… Expand
  57. Sb068
    Jul 20, 2020
    8
    This might be one of the best Mario Kart game in the franchise. Too bad it isn't a new one.
  58. emilyratesgames
    Jul 20, 2020
    8
    Score: 8
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  59. Cyppphyr
    Jul 20, 2020
    9
    The best multi-player game of all time
    Mario Kart is just getting better Thank you Nintendo
  60. Justareviewer21
    Jul 19, 2020
    8
    Really fun gameplays and design, that’s all what the game have, and it works
  61. Gastly67
    Jul 19, 2020
    10
    Bestial el juego, una cantidad de personajes carismaticos y escenarios coloridos. El juego definitivo de la saga Mario kART
  62. ElCaptain
    Jul 19, 2020
    7
    Does not add that much content and it is much too expensive for the price they are asking for this
  63. Kas_scientist
    Jul 4, 2020
    5
    While fun... I find it frustrating as hell.
    There is no point in getting good if in the last lap you lost a huge lead and finish last just because luck and because the game (Nintendo) wants it.
  64. Hack
    Jul 1, 2020
    9
    Without a doubt the best kart racer on the market, with tons of unlockables, racers, tracks and modes. Visually beautiful and still running at a rock solid 60fps which is so important for racing games.
  65. piscesperiod
    Jun 30, 2020
    9
    Mario Kart 8 Deluxe includes an impressive roster of playable characters (including Link, the Inklings, and funny Mii racers), so many beautiful racing tracks and soundtrack. The battle mode ensures the game continues to offer new gameplay experiences even when you're done just racing, and the multiplayer mode is loads of fun. A well-rounded game, fun to play and replay for many hours.Mario Kart 8 Deluxe includes an impressive roster of playable characters (including Link, the Inklings, and funny Mii racers), so many beautiful racing tracks and soundtrack. The battle mode ensures the game continues to offer new gameplay experiences even when you're done just racing, and the multiplayer mode is loads of fun. A well-rounded game, fun to play and replay for many hours.

    This game is a must-have for every die-hard Nintendo fan. It is unsurprising how well it continues to sell, 6 years after the original release.    … Expand
  66. imypabloxeonalv
    Jun 27, 2020
    6
    The game is good, not awesome, but good, my cousing when i go to his house he only wanted to play this game, but it's a little bit boring and repetitive, the gameplay it's good but no awesome, and i think it's so expensive for this game
  67. Sukatees
    Jun 27, 2020
    0
    this game has Music Park which is my least favourite course in the series..
  68. UsielVela
    Jun 22, 2020
    10
    Realmente adictivo, muchas más pistas y gráficamente bueno, todo es perfecto en esta juego.
  69. Sasarai
    Jun 20, 2020
    7
    Mario Kart Deluxe is an improved version of the previous editions. It is certainly one of the best if not the best of the franchise. However it is worth to notice that there are a few flaws in the gameplay, specifically in online racing. Online, races become too item heavy which leaves no room to actual good driving and/or individual skills. Also, item apparition is quite unbalanced.Mario Kart Deluxe is an improved version of the previous editions. It is certainly one of the best if not the best of the franchise. However it is worth to notice that there are a few flaws in the gameplay, specifically in online racing. Online, races become too item heavy which leaves no room to actual good driving and/or individual skills. Also, item apparition is quite unbalanced. This makes the game somewhat frustrating and annoying to play. Near the finish line, races become more like a random battlefield than an actual interesting race. It is a shame. Lastly, they could systematically include more circuits. Once one has played them a few times, the game becomes repetitive.… Expand
  70. MikeGold
    Jun 20, 2020
    9
    I'd say it's a must have for all the Switch owners. Amazing graphics, brilliant gameplay and pure fun.
    Also it's ideal for coach co-op, which may cause some break-ups, end of friendship and other arguments, so I'd say it goes well with some beer ;].
  71. Nayl
    Jun 18, 2020
    10
    Um dos melhores mARIO kARTS ja feitos, a altura dos classicos de snes. Jogabilidade fluida, trilha sonora impecavel e graficos lindissimos. Um titulo mais que necessario para quem tem um nintendo switch.
  72. Theobaer
    Jun 17, 2020
    10
    The best Mario Kart game to date!
    The best Mario Kart game to date!
    The best Mario Kart game to date!
  73. Sanghelic
    Jun 12, 2020
    10
    los pajaros cantan, el sol brilla, las flores crecen, y mario kart 8 es el mejor juego de karting de la historia, son verdades universales, si tienes un switch debes jugar mario kart 8, es divertidisimo a mas no poder y en todas sus modalidades, fin de la historia, gracias por leer
  74. Erick561
    Jun 10, 2020
    9
    This review contains spoilers, click expand to view. I like this game overall but there are some issues. Firstly I think some of the characters are just filler. I only play as one or two characters anyway. Also I have no reason to play this when I am bored. I only play it when friends are over really. Now for the pros. I love the visuals. I love the maps. I like the item balancing. The music is wonderful. This game is great. This is a must-buy for switch owners. :)… Expand
  75. JoOc85
    Jun 9, 2020
    10
    more Clues or different and some others maybe 5 more characters is a very good game !!! I wait for another game and more fun and adrenaline
    I need #9
  76. FrostNovaRanger
    Jun 9, 2020
    0
    Complete rng trash on 200cc. Why try and be good at a game when it is 100% luck based on higher difficulties.
  77. Broosc
    Jun 9, 2020
    8
    This game is always a blast to play, both with friends and alone, both online and offline. The driving mechanics are great and intuitive and they work perfectly with the amazing and original tracks. Every single track is really fun to both drive on and look at (except for toad's turnpike) This is just an all around great game that everyone could enjoy.
  78. KeanuGermany
    Jun 5, 2020
    10
    Graphic: 10
    Music: 10
    Control: 10
    Variety: 9
    Degree of Difficulty: 10
    Fun: 10
    Story: /
    Multiplayer: 10
    Content: 10
    Long-term Motivation: 10
  79. SERGIOPROQUE
    Jun 1, 2020
    9
    MUY BUEN JUEGO INCREÍBLE TAMBIÉN PARA JUGAR CON AMIGOS, PERO HAY ALGUNAS VECES QUE HAY ERRORES DE CONEXION Y ME GUSTARIA QUE ARREGLARAN ESO
  80. FeadX
    May 28, 2020
    10
    Muy bien juego, ideal para jugar con amigos ya sea local o en línea ya que necesitas membresía a nintendo Switch online.
    Grandioso
  81. Cesar3
    May 26, 2020
    5
    Buen juego, una lastima q solo sea un refrito del de la anterior consola de ninttendo
  82. Daisuk
    May 26, 2020
    7
    You get exactly what you expect with this - good clean karting fun. There really isn't much to play for as a single player in this game though - it's pretty much made for multi-playing. Could've been more fun if you had to unlock courses and characters through single player mode. Still, a solid multiplayer game.
  83. SuperDuck23
    May 20, 2020
    9
    A terrifically fun racing experience that is accessible for all types of player - the ultimate family party game.
  84. WalElefant6512
    May 17, 2020
    5
    so...
    This Game has Good Gameplay, Track,Free DLC and everything important that needs a Mario Kart.
    BUT there are a lot of things why this Game isnt a good one. First im a person that dont play Games to Pas some Time games are in my Eyes only good if there have Somthing Speciel ore somfing thats make the Game to ART. When i am real this Game is UNDER Mario Kart Wii and Mario Kart    so...
    This Game has Good Gameplay, Track,Free DLC and everything important that needs a Mario Kart.
    BUT there are a lot of things why this Game isnt a good one.
    First im a person that dont play Games to Pas some Time games are in my Eyes only good if there have Somthing Speciel ore somfing thats make the Game to ART.
    When i am real this Game is UNDER Mario Kart Wii and Mario Kart 8(Becuse its a Port)
    So there are a LOT of Downgrades in this Game that are for Normal Persons Not very Specil but for Game Designers Like Me you must do a view from another Pespctive.
    Lets Get into it.
    First:
    This Game has PINK GOLD PEACH ok thats not really a fact but its a Worst caracter ok.
    Second:
    This Game has fewer animations then MARIO KART WII lol, Like Trick Jumping in the First Game where this Got Invented the Caracters had more Animations than Today WHY i dont now.
    Also where is My Camera show from all Posebil Perspectivs like MKWII in this game the camera is after Win/Lose only in the third person front WHY.
    Third:
    The Music i dont mean the Track Music this is Good but the Hub Music ore The Win / Lose Music is SO BAD i dont now if this is my one feling but really The Music is Bad in this Game.
    Forth: This is a port and added absolutly NOTHING new to the Game (Tracks dont count).
    So there are a lot of things why this Game is Bad/Good but i dont wanna Tell all of it ye.    … Expand
  85. Pimplup
    May 14, 2020
    10
    I really, really enjoy this game. Fun gameplay and super polished graphics (and a good soundtrack too). Great in both single and multiplayer.
  86. bancandrei
    May 12, 2020
    10
    Always fun, always engaging. A lot of randomness makes it stay fresh. But it is not hard, so it never gets frustrating. Overall I would say the best party game.
  87. TrasteroDPablo
    May 6, 2020
    10
    9.6 Uno de los mejores videojuegos que he jugado en mi vida. Jugabilidad perfecta, gráficos al nivel de las películas de Pixar, gran cantidad de circuitos, objetos, personajes, vehículos. Lo único que le puede lastrar al juego es el online. Puede tener una mala conexión 1 de cada 10 carreras pero se puede solucionar con jugar las partidas en regional.
  88. Xaphnir
    May 6, 2020
    4
    This is the most frustrating game I've ever played, and that's say a LOT. Skill doesn't feel like it factors into the game at all. To give an example:

    I spent 4 hours trying to win a 150cc grand prix. Was it due to lack of skill? Was I improving consistently throughout these four hours? No. All I was doing was rolling the RNG over and over and over again trying to get one attempt    This is the most frustrating game I've ever played, and that's say a LOT. Skill doesn't feel like it factors into the game at all. To give an example:

    I spent 4 hours trying to win a 150cc grand prix. Was it due to lack of skill? Was I improving consistently throughout these four hours?

    No.

    All I was doing was rolling the RNG over and over and over again trying to get one attempt where I didn't get repeatedly screwed over by blue or red shells right before the finish line, or didn't get targeted 10 times per lap by items. And when I finally won, I was also helped by different AI doing better in different races, reducing their score and allowing me to win by one point.

    I could see this being fun if you have friends or family to play on the same console with. The core game mechanics are solid, and the tracks are quite good. But if all you're going to do is play against the AI or online? Don't waste your time or money.

    Overall, it's a game with potential ruined by excessive RNG.    … Expand
  89. ekixbrass
    Apr 30, 2020
    10
    The best Mario Kart game! The visuals have updated and the soundtrack is amazing. Fun for single and multiplayer. The characters are cool but kind of annoying to have a bunch of Koopas. Amazing online play as well. And the multiplayers games are fun to play! If you have a Wii U and a Switch and you can't decide whether or not to get this for your Switch just because you already have it forThe best Mario Kart game! The visuals have updated and the soundtrack is amazing. Fun for single and multiplayer. The characters are cool but kind of annoying to have a bunch of Koopas. Amazing online play as well. And the multiplayers games are fun to play! If you have a Wii U and a Switch and you can't decide whether or not to get this for your Switch just because you already have it for the Wii U... get this game!!! It's amazing and fun! I need them to release a new Mario Kart!… Expand
  90. robertoiglesias
    Apr 29, 2020
    10
    This is one of the very few Switch ports that's actually worth getting. It fixes the battle mode, adds new characters, and has all of the DLC tracks available from the start.
    This port is better than the original version
  91. TheOkCringe
    Apr 26, 2020
    8
    This Mario Kart is one of the best out there. It’s got quite a wide variety of choices for everything, the controls are very solidified (if you don’t have awful Joy-Cons), there’s a lot of battle mode choices, and overall, it’s fun to pick up and play whenever. The only downsides are that the battles modes feel a little watered down compared to the older versions of battle they came from,This Mario Kart is one of the best out there. It’s got quite a wide variety of choices for everything, the controls are very solidified (if you don’t have awful Joy-Cons), there’s a lot of battle mode choices, and overall, it’s fun to pick up and play whenever. The only downsides are that the battles modes feel a little watered down compared to the older versions of battle they came from, and the Wi-Fi is definitely janky, but that’s more a system issue. Overall, I gave this an 8.16/10 with my judgement, making it my second favorite title.… Expand
  92. Baltifru
    Apr 25, 2020
    8
    It is the good old Mario Kart, but honestly it does not deserve an overwhelmingly positive global opinion.

    First thing first: why can't the Switch get an exclusive Mario Kart ? We're talking about the port of a Wii U game from 2014, still sold full price in 2020. That's a shame. Second: I have played Mario Kart DS A LOT (more than a 1000 hours) and thoroughly enjoyed it. I played the    It is the good old Mario Kart, but honestly it does not deserve an overwhelmingly positive global opinion.

    First thing first: why can't the Switch get an exclusive Mario Kart ? We're talking about the port of a Wii U game from 2014, still sold full price in 2020. That's a shame.

    Second: I have played Mario Kart DS A LOT (more than a 1000 hours) and thoroughly enjoyed it. I played the Wii version as well, but none since them. After all these years, I regret that Mario Kart has not managed to evolve so much. Still the same game modes and nothing new in the gameplay. It seems that each episode just brings a few new races, a few new characters and episodically, new objects, but that's it. And even with this in mind, it worries me to see that Nintendo has to go and get characters/levels from its other licenses to bring something new, a sign that good old Mario cannot renew the concept of his karting game by himself.

    Obviously MK8D remains a very good game, hence the 8 score, but it bothers me than this license I love so much can't innovate.    … Expand
  93. ferllenAvel
    Apr 19, 2020
    0
    That's the worst Mario Kart ever made. I played all others, and believe me, this is the dumbest Mario Kart Ever. The IA is ridiculous. Item distribution is terrible. When you are winning you know you just gonna get crappy items. They removed all the shortcuts from the classic tracks. I still love Mk Wii and 64 (my favorites) but this one is dumb !
  94. NintendoFanBoi
    Apr 19, 2020
    10
    This is amazing to see this in 60 fps.Im remember when play mariokart wii with whole family and then We played this game again it`s just... buy it
  95. DJehil
    Apr 16, 2020
    10
    Mario Kart desde la Nintendo 64 que lo jugaba en casa de un amigos pasando por cada una de las consolas de Nintendo hasta llegar a esta joya. Es muy divertido y muy enviciante, lo recomendable muchísimo.
  96. TeaBrack
    Apr 14, 2020
    8
    Basically the same game as the WiiU version but it is a great game. The battle mode is at least 10X better than the WiiU one
  97. Shimmeywill
    Apr 11, 2020
    8
    A visually stunning game with solid gameplay. A strong party game with friends.
  98. dcast2
    Apr 4, 2020
    9
    The best Mario Kart game! So much fun for the whole family. The online is great. The only con the the framerate drops in 4 player split screen. I can't wait for Mario Kart 9.
  99. Riibiax
    Apr 4, 2020
    10
    The best race game on nintendo switch. Everything is polish. Great game to play with friends
  100. bulletchan
    Mar 28, 2020
    9
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  1. Positive: 93 out of 95
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 95
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  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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