Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

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8.6

Generally favorable reviews- based on 2774 Ratings

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  1. ygthomas
    Mar 26, 2020
    9
    Fun game, nice to play with friends and family... Serves nicely as a party game, but I feel that the items are a bit overpowered
  2. JoeQ_
    Mar 24, 2020
    8
    Mario Kart 8: Deluxe may be a port of the game from the Wii U, but that does not undermine what it brings from the table in terms of new additions. Deluxe adds all DLC in the original game unlocked and available, a brand-new refined battle mode with great maps; both new and classics, and a brand new double-item system to make the game crazier and fun for all. Giving Switch owners theMario Kart 8: Deluxe may be a port of the game from the Wii U, but that does not undermine what it brings from the table in terms of new additions. Deluxe adds all DLC in the original game unlocked and available, a brand-new refined battle mode with great maps; both new and classics, and a brand new double-item system to make the game crazier and fun for all. Giving Switch owners the opportunity to own an amazing game that they may have not owned before is a great move by Nintendo. Everything that makes Mario Kart is here and is improved upon. There are a few nitpicks I have with the game, however, such as the Blue shell being able to hit every player and not just those in first & a lackluster roster of characters to choose from. The game's modes stemming from Grand Prix, Versus, Battle Mode, Local & Online Multiplayer, and Time Trials are all great and keep the game replayable and great for parties. Not to mention the game is Gorgeous, and the series has never looked or played better.… Expand
  3. Deinxceriis
    Mar 24, 2020
    8
    This game is pretty awesome, especially while playing with the kid. The only thing I don't like are the random attacks that occur while racing - so many weapons hit you at the worst times and sometimes not at all it's very frustrating to get hit over and over when it all seems so RNG. Other than that - the quality is superb, absolutely fun regardless.
  4. Radix7
    Mar 22, 2020
    9
    This game has a lot of great looking courses. Also a lot of characters to choose from (quite a few Koopas for some reason). I have played Mario Kart: Double Dash for a long time and this one is just as good, if not better.
  5. steve_kent99
    Mar 19, 2020
    8
    Extremely fun way to spend an evening, alone or with friends! A must own for the switch!
  6. spencerplewe
    Mar 13, 2020
    7
    It's all the Mario Kart you can expect, with every crazy track, fun character, and torturous power-up you can or can't stomach.
  7. huiboy
    Mar 1, 2020
    9
    Best of Mario kart to date. Gets more engaging as the game goes on. Wish there were more unlockables and ways to enjoy the game. At its core it’s VERY STRONG and polished
  8. SirSoil
    Feb 28, 2020
    9
    Mario Kart 8 Deluxe truly adds everything from new game modes and all the past paid DLC are back and free sadly some of the new features ruin the game. Now don’t get me wrong the racing feels nice so are the tracks, however they added another slot for items meaning you can have two items at once that might sound good but it’s not. It makes the game more chaotic hard and mainly annoying.Mario Kart 8 Deluxe truly adds everything from new game modes and all the past paid DLC are back and free sadly some of the new features ruin the game. Now don’t get me wrong the racing feels nice so are the tracks, however they added another slot for items meaning you can have two items at once that might sound good but it’s not. It makes the game more chaotic hard and mainly annoying. The battle modes are still a blast even the new unique modes they added actually fit the larger maps which was a problem in the last game. The character and track roster is outstanding so many things to chose from, the online is good it does what it does well. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe adds so much that is awesome from new stuff to great returning additions, I just wish if they didn’t ruin the main gameplay with the items yes you can turn them off but it ruins the magic of Mario Kart. (Amazing 4/5) Your Missing Out!… Expand
  9. Emr3
    Feb 22, 2020
    9
    A must have for the Switch. The best racing and party game. Has pretty good grapichs for a device that is portable and dockable (forgot the word lol) you will have plenty of fun by playing online and beating all the tracks with different speeds.
  10. sergio123456
    Feb 19, 2020
    7
    El juego es muy bonito gráficamente pero se echa en falta más pistas y mejoras para el coche. Deberían mejorar un poco el sistema tan aleatorio en las carreras.
  11. Akira_The_Kat
    Feb 12, 2020
    8
    It's just as fun as it's always been. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is one of the best multiplayer games on the Switch. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the biggest installment in the franchise, with a plethora of characters that span across the Mario universe to more out of left field picks such as Link from The Legend of Zelda to the Inklings from Splatoon to even Villager and Issabell from Animal Crossing.It's just as fun as it's always been. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is one of the best multiplayer games on the Switch. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the biggest installment in the franchise, with a plethora of characters that span across the Mario universe to more out of left field picks such as Link from The Legend of Zelda to the Inklings from Splatoon to even Villager and Issabell from Animal Crossing. But the gameplay is still as fun and chaotic as it has always been since the original. With classic items from the Mario franchise such as green shells, red shells, and bananas, to new items like the super horn, allowing you to blast away nearby opponents or even the pesky blue shell. The game provides the most amount of tracks in any game with twelve cups to race on, each with four tracks, adding up to a total of 48 tracks. And it doesn't stop with just the tracks, the game also provides you with many body frames, tires, and gliders for you to use, with a total of 78 unique vehicle parts ranging from bikes and karts to even real life vehicles such as GLA and BMW. But overall this game will provide you with many laughs and good times when you and a few friends get together with one another or online. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is definitely worth the money and should be one of the first games you pick up with a Switch.… Expand
  12. nochianand
    Feb 10, 2020
    8
    Gameplaywise, this is probably my favorite Mario Kart. Everything flows really nice and the huge amount of cars and bikes allows you to play how you want to. But still, I do have some criticism for this game. First the item system. You can hold two items at once, however, you cannot switch between them. It's really frustrating having to waste your first item just to use the second one. IGameplaywise, this is probably my favorite Mario Kart. Everything flows really nice and the huge amount of cars and bikes allows you to play how you want to. But still, I do have some criticism for this game. First the item system. You can hold two items at once, however, you cannot switch between them. It's really frustrating having to waste your first item just to use the second one. I also think this game missed a big opportunity to bring back all the courses and drivers just like Smash Ultimate did. The last thing I'd like to address is the lack of singleplayer content. Remember the mission mode from Mario Kart DS? That was awesome right? Even a little thing like this would have been so awesome and would've just given you a lot more to do.… Expand
  13. Vaulie
    Feb 10, 2020
    8
    The best mario kart to date for sure, the graphics and gameplay are fine tuned. Would've preferred a brand new game for the Switch over a remake of the Wii-U one though.
  14. AdaptiveTech
    Feb 8, 2020
    0
    I've played every Mario Kart ever made -- and, unfortunately, the series is just getting tired. You'll find the same annoying gameplay mechanics from when it originally came out in 1992: Random rivals are impossibly fast -- even with a star, you will lose ground; and you will get absolutely demolished when in the lead, while CPU players skate by with little trouble.

    There are new bugs,    I've played every Mario Kart ever made -- and, unfortunately, the series is just getting tired. You'll find the same annoying gameplay mechanics from when it originally came out in 1992: Random rivals are impossibly fast -- even with a star, you will lose ground; and you will get absolutely demolished when in the lead, while CPU players skate by with little trouble.

    There are new bugs, like being the final target of blue shells even when you're in 2nd, 3rd, or 4th place.

    Lastly, battle mode now has a split vertical screen, which means you see almost nothing around you. Verticality in this game is not a thing, this orientation is not helpful.    … Expand
  15. undulum
    Jan 26, 2020
    9
    The best entry in the series since Mario Kart Wii. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe brings some minor tweaks to gameplay that make an outsized improvement over the original Wii U version, restoring some of the tactical range of expression that was lost with 8's item system. Performance is flawless, and the racing experience is enjoyable whether in single player, multiplayer, or online modes. The onlyThe best entry in the series since Mario Kart Wii. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe brings some minor tweaks to gameplay that make an outsized improvement over the original Wii U version, restoring some of the tactical range of expression that was lost with 8's item system. Performance is flawless, and the racing experience is enjoyable whether in single player, multiplayer, or online modes. The only real stain on this title is the environmental complexity it inherited from Mario Kart 7 and 8, with hang gliding and underwater and anti-gravity driving seeming an overbearing attempt to bludgeon the player with novelty in a title that doesn't need it. The game's incredible variety of 48 maps and near-endless character and vehicle customization offer plenty of range without the need for frenetic and constant changes to the racing environment.… Expand
  16. random_person89
    Jan 8, 2020
    9
    Mario Kart is a fun game but to be honest, I feel like it should have been Mario Kart 9 instead of a port.
  17. mijan
    Jan 8, 2020
    9
    Great family game, very accessible, poor online but this is anyways best played with others locally on couch
  18. oneshotorgan
    Dec 26, 2019
    0
    The computer racers cheat in this game. Big time, cheat. The AI racers team up against all human players in order to make sure that it's really hard to win. My brother and I were playing 100cc Grand Prix, and I can point out a few instances where the AI racers cheated. They had faster speed than my brother and I, and we had to rely on mini turbos and mushrooms to pass them. Even when IThe computer racers cheat in this game. Big time, cheat. The AI racers team up against all human players in order to make sure that it's really hard to win. My brother and I were playing 100cc Grand Prix, and I can point out a few instances where the AI racers cheated. They had faster speed than my brother and I, and we had to rely on mini turbos and mushrooms to pass them. Even when I shook the controller, the game still wouldn't let me do tricks, and the AI racers were smart enough to drive almost perfectly on the tracks. They also always weigh more than human racers no matter what character or vehicle combo you pick, so AI racers almost always knock you off the track when they bump you. Ai racers also always get better items. I've had instances where I was last place and all I get is triple mushrooms, and even when I'm near the front, all I get is a mushroom when I need a banana or a shell the most for defense against red, green, and blue shells, which AI racers always get, and then they wait till I'm the one in front of them when they all aim for me. Ai racers never hit each other with their items. They always target my brother and I, and it's totally unfair. If you love clear graphics and don't mind playing an unfair game, then go for Mario Kart 8. If you want to play a game where the computer doesn't cheat, then don't play this game because it's very unfair and favors computer racers over actual human players.… Expand
  19. tom974
    Dec 22, 2019
    9
    Briefly : the best Mario Kart opus for me. I didn't play it since MK Wii, and well they did pack a solid game here : awesome content, dynamic gameplay, 200cc mode, everything is here for fun and only for it.
  20. VideofulJoe
    Dec 17, 2019
    10
    Una experiencia inigualable. Si te quejas diciendo que este juego es solo un port de la versión de Wii U, hay dos cosas que debes saber:

    1- Esta versión mejora cada aspecto del juego además de incluir un Modo Batalla SUBLIME. 2- La sola experiencia de poder disfrutar con amigos en cualquier lugar es algo que no vas a entender hasta que no lo vivas por tu cuenta. Lo Bueno: -    Una experiencia inigualable. Si te quejas diciendo que este juego es solo un port de la versión de Wii U, hay dos cosas que debes saber:

    1- Esta versión mejora cada aspecto del juego además de incluir un Modo Batalla SUBLIME.
    2- La sola experiencia de poder disfrutar con amigos en cualquier lugar es algo que no vas a entender hasta que no lo vivas por tu cuenta.

    Lo Bueno:

    - Infinitas horas de diversión gracias a la gran cantidad de modos de juego.

    Lo Malo:

    - El 90% del contenido está desbloqueado desde el principio.    … Expand
  21. madsmmlaursen
    Dec 17, 2019
    8
    it is a really good party game with friends or familie its an absolute blast but as for single player content you can only do so much but it doesnt really matter when i only play it for the party aspect
  22. vodkaffee
    Dec 13, 2019
    9
    a total must have, one of the best, the graphics are also amazing, but why is this not a 10:
    - i preffer the wii u version because u only have one power slot, having 2 is too op and distracting,
    - add dlc nintendo, new maps and characters, some new content, why you support smash so much but not mario kart, everyone loves mario kart
  23. SwitchParty
    Dec 10, 2019
    10
    Great new features for casual and experienced racers, as well as the most expansive battle mode in series history. This sequel is well worth your time and money.

    **SwitchParty focuses on reviewing the hottest multiplayer Switch games and uncovering the system's hidden gems. For great recommendations on the best games to play with family and friends, take a look at our profile!**
  24. Nevermber
    Nov 22, 2019
    7
    This is a cool game for parties, but after a few tens of hours it just got bored - the bots do not surprise you at all, you already know the tactics of the rest of the company, and different machine options do not really help to diversify the game in which you already know every turn. the game is good, but it lacks something.
  25. ragnarokandroll
    Nov 18, 2019
    10
    This is the best Mario Kart game to-date IMO and the "Must Play" tag is spot on. My feelings towards the Mario Kart franchise are similar to those of the platforming Mario franchise. How does Nintendo keep producing such high quality games over and over?
  26. SquareMaskBoi
    Nov 17, 2019
    8
    Es muy buen juego para pasarselo bien solo o con amigos con controles muy faciles de aprender, buena jugabilidad, buenos mapas solo que los CPU a veces son un poco molestos, se pasan de caparazones rojos y azules pero eso no quita que sea uno de los mejores Mario Kart de la serie.
  27. PokeProX
    Nov 17, 2019
    9
    This is one of the greatest Mario Kart games and playing this game on the go is such a treat.

    Mario Kart 8 Deluxe offers a lot of race tracks, different types of cars and a variety of characters, battle mode comes with 5 modes with 8 tracks and they are a lot of fun! The game looks great with really good frame rate and really great graphics. This game is great with friends and family!    This is one of the greatest Mario Kart games and playing this game on the go is such a treat.

    Mario Kart 8 Deluxe offers a lot of race tracks, different types of cars and a variety of characters, battle mode comes with 5 modes with 8 tracks and they are a lot of fun! The game looks great with really good frame rate and really great graphics. This game is great with friends and family!

    Although I prefer Mario Kart Wii or Double Dash, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe does give you a lot of content and will keep you hooked on for a long time. This game is really great, but it doesn't convince me to give it a ten. So, it deserves a 8.7! [9]    … Expand
  28. Tirian
    Nov 13, 2019
    10
    Tomaron un excelente juego de Wii U y mejoraron algunas de sus malas implementaciones, como el multijugador, y lo hicieron el juego mas vendido de la Nintendo Switch hasta la fecha (2019). Un juego muy divertido que garantiza muchísimas horas de diversión en solitario o en compañía.
  29. ProfesorAbeto
    Nov 13, 2019
    9
    Es un juego muy divertido perfecto para unos piques con los amigos, lo único que creo que podría mejorar el juego sería algo como las misiones secundarias del Mario kart de la DS que tenía misiones casi en forma de modo historia lo cual era muy divertido
  30. SKonung
    Nov 11, 2019
    10
    Сравнимо с радостью от игры на консоли в далёком детстве, спасибо за чудесную игру! Один из лучших эксклюзивов платформы Nintendo.
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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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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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