Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2774 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 2,427 out of 2774
  2. Mixed: 176 out of 2774
  3. Negative: 171 out of 2774
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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.
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#3 Best 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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