Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

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  1. spongeswift
    Oct 22, 2017
    7
    Mario Kart 8 Deluxe does a lot wrong. The item system has completely been flipped upside down for the worse and battle mode is only fun for a while into you find yourself only doing races. Yes it still offers the fun time that Mario Kart 8 does, but it's item system is not great and not enough new stuff was added. A 60 dollar purchase can't be justified for this game in my opinion, it's aMario Kart 8 Deluxe does a lot wrong. The item system has completely been flipped upside down for the worse and battle mode is only fun for a while into you find yourself only doing races. Yes it still offers the fun time that Mario Kart 8 does, but it's item system is not great and not enough new stuff was added. A 60 dollar purchase can't be justified for this game in my opinion, it's a good 40-50$ game but it's really just a port with some new bells and whistles.… Expand
  2. PrimalBanana
    Oct 17, 2017
    9
    I’m loving playing through Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and think it’s still quite possibly the best racing game out there if I’m being totally honest. The track design is frankly incredible right down to the themed detailing and the combination of bends and twists for you to power slide through. The music is just perfectly executed and catchy which can be a bit irritating when you’re at work orI’m loving playing through Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and think it’s still quite possibly the best racing game out there if I’m being totally honest. The track design is frankly incredible right down to the themed detailing and the combination of bends and twists for you to power slide through. The music is just perfectly executed and catchy which can be a bit irritating when you’re at work or something admittedly but considering I’m one of those who tends to turn off in game music it’s a compliment to Nintendo that I enjoy listening to their tracks (excuse the pun). There’s so many tracks (race tracks not music) to pick from ranging from new to SNES tracks that have been brought back to life. Fancy a challenge, then select Rainbow road from the SNES and N64 era, when they were much harder than the newer tracks are, it will give you a genuine challenge. I like the challenge this game can offer you. I think it’s something Nintendo used to be really good at but has weakened on in recent years across a variety of its games so it’s good to feel that competition again from the AI. Speaking of AI, they can be ruthless bastards if I’m honest and they can also be like that granny you see doing 20MPH down the country lanes on a Sunday. It does seem a bit erratic at times but for the most part once you progress from the 50CC category they begin to offer you a real challenge. I’ve been playing using the PRO pad, Tablet mode and with the single joy-cons and all felt good to us, although the PRO pad would obviously be my preferred choice given the price of the bloody thing! So what makes Mario Kart 8 Deluxe stand apart from the WiiU version except for that it includes its previous DLC? Well Nintendo have fashioned together some new characters to race as, a new power-slide boost tier, new vehicles, new control assists for the less capable players, the ability to hold two items and a triumphant return of the battle mode which has a variety of game modes for you and your friends to choose from. So, quite the list of new features and it makes the game feel worth buying and playing again. Mario Kart 8 is in conclusion the best racer of this generation, of that I have no doubt. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a must buy if you own a Switch. You’ll have to swallow the £49.99 price tag (that you paid for the game a few years ago if you remember) but all in all it's a price worth paying.… Expand
  3. TheAllJoeShow
    Oct 11, 2017
    8
    Yes its a re-release of the Mairo cart on WiiU... but I didnt buy a WiiU ( apparently not a lot of ppl did) so that dosent bother me...

    -Yes it has a mode that drives for you and holds the accelerate button for you if you want... but i have family that is BAD at video games, due to being grandparents, or small children... -so its more of a bonus then a negative as everyone in the    Yes its a re-release of the Mairo cart on WiiU... but I didnt buy a WiiU ( apparently not a lot of ppl did) so that dosent bother me...

    -Yes it has a mode that drives for you and holds the accelerate button for you if you want...
    but i have family that is BAD at video games, due to being grandparents, or small children...

    -so its more of a bonus then a negative as everyone in the family can play it

    -a good amount of tracks, and online mode it has enough content to keep it interesting

    not perfect, but definitely worth a pick up!    … Expand
  4. h00ligan
    Sep 30, 2017
    10
    The best kart to date. What else is there to say? Yah it’s smirky a port but it looks great and has proper battle mode. It runs smoothly and quickly. If you love kart this is the definitive edition.
  5. BichoXD
    Sep 27, 2017
    10
    sensillamente es genial aunque ya tenia la vercion de wii u me sentí obligado a comprar de nuevo el juego ya que el pena de la portabilidad es una idea fantastica
  6. Nussi
    Sep 23, 2017
    10
    Für mich persönlich das beste Mario Kart aller Zeiten. Grafisch schön anzusehen - sowohl am TV als auch im Handheld-Modus. Es läuft flüssig, macht Spaß und ist auch problemlos von Anfängern spielbar. Sogar meine (Klein-)Kinder spielen gerne (mit Unterstützung der Schlausteuerung). Es wird eine große Auswahl an Spielmöglichkeiten geboten und wer noch immer nicht genug hat kann sich OnlineFür mich persönlich das beste Mario Kart aller Zeiten. Grafisch schön anzusehen - sowohl am TV als auch im Handheld-Modus. Es läuft flüssig, macht Spaß und ist auch problemlos von Anfängern spielbar. Sogar meine (Klein-)Kinder spielen gerne (mit Unterstützung der Schlausteuerung). Es wird eine große Auswahl an Spielmöglichkeiten geboten und wer noch immer nicht genug hat kann sich Online mit anderen Spielern messen.… Expand
  7. jbakes25
    Sep 18, 2017
    8
    Mario Kart 8 is very beautiful racing game. The graphics are top notch. The environments beg you to stop going fast and admire the scenery. The new tracks are stunning, and the classic tracks were given a nice touch. The music scores in each track compliment the scenery. Nintendo did not need to add as many racers as they did like the different babies and costumes for Mario and Peach, butMario Kart 8 is very beautiful racing game. The graphics are top notch. The environments beg you to stop going fast and admire the scenery. The new tracks are stunning, and the classic tracks were given a nice touch. The music scores in each track compliment the scenery. Nintendo did not need to add as many racers as they did like the different babies and costumes for Mario and Peach, but adding Link and Animal Crossing characters was a nice touch. With the deluxe version, you get all the added DLC from the Wii U version so all 16 of the new tracks are there with the original 32 tracks , and the price is good for what you get in a fun racing game. Online racing is still smooth as it was on Wii U, and you will have a lot of fun racing other real world players. Battle mode on the deluxe version has been fixed to give us the battle mode we all love. All the fun modes from Shine Runners to Bomb-Omb Blast are back and the new cops and robbers mode is a fun idea. Mario Kart may look like the same racing game every new entry, but it always draws you in to see all the new creativity put into each game, and this one is no different. RIP to all friendships lost because of the damn pesky blue shell.… Expand
  8. Artoriaswolf
    Sep 18, 2017
    8
    I would give this a 9 but it is the same as mario kart 8 for wii u but it is still a good game
  9. AldoNueve
    Sep 16, 2017
    9
    Well the game is solid as heck, enough to justify it, everything the previous game had has been expanded and polished, and the auto accelerate and smart steer are neat. I have not very much to said that has been said, but truly, a 9 because i admit the online goes worse than the original Wii U one, when they fix that ill give it a 10.
  10. ReviewGene
    Sep 14, 2017
    10
    The most expansive Mario Kart game to date. A revamped battle mode, full Wii U DLC , a large number of kart customization options, and the classic racing game-modes makes this one of the best racing games to pick up and play.
  11. shadow773
    Sep 13, 2017
    10
    I did not play the original game so I don't have a point of reference... all I know is that this game runs like butter, is fun at parties, and is damn fun to play period.
  12. Sakamoto_San
    Sep 11, 2017
    8
    Así de simple Mario kart 8 GOTY, no mejora nada en comparación con la versión de Mario Kart 8 del WiiU es solo una forma de vender 2 veces el mismo juego, si Nintendo realmente pensara en el usuario hubiera regalado este juego a los usuarios de wiiU que se compraran la Switch
  13. Aozz101x
    Sep 8, 2017
    9
    welcome to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. adding battle mode back! and new charterers: like King Boo, Inkling etc.
    while it's a pretty good game. the game didn't add any new tracks. which is disappointing. but overall Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is still fun just like the original version on Wii U, i recommend both.
  14. IBARRAN
    Sep 3, 2017
    10
    Es el mejor juego de mario kart de la historia cubre los fallos del mario kart 8 y llena los huecos que le faltaban, una maravilla que vale cada euro que me e dejado
  15. luigicap
    Aug 22, 2017
    10
    Easily my favorite game on the Nintendo Switch so far. The graphics are as good as the original, still as fun and a great game for others to play to! I absolutely love playing 4 player multiplayer with family and friends. The online i great, i hardly ever fall out of matches due to lag. The battle mode is something special, Renegade Roundup is the best mode. This game is worth every penny,Easily my favorite game on the Nintendo Switch so far. The graphics are as good as the original, still as fun and a great game for others to play to! I absolutely love playing 4 player multiplayer with family and friends. The online i great, i hardly ever fall out of matches due to lag. The battle mode is something special, Renegade Roundup is the best mode. This game is worth every penny, i have put 80 plus hours into the game and will continue to do so. If you love Mario Kart, this is a must buy.… Expand
  16. Refreshment
    Aug 18, 2017
    8
    Mario kart 8 deluxe es una versión mejorada respecto a la de wii u. Al ser una edición deluxe como su propio nombre indica, incluye nuevas cracterísticas respecto al original como: La posibilidad de llevar dos objetos al mismo tiempo, un cuarto turbo al acelerar, nuevos corredores, nuevos vehículos y un modo de batalla en condiciones. Como extra, podemos encontrar los tres DLCs queMario kart 8 deluxe es una versión mejorada respecto a la de wii u. Al ser una edición deluxe como su propio nombre indica, incluye nuevas cracterísticas respecto al original como: La posibilidad de llevar dos objetos al mismo tiempo, un cuarto turbo al acelerar, nuevos corredores, nuevos vehículos y un modo de batalla en condiciones. Como extra, podemos encontrar los tres DLCs que aparecieron a la venta integrados en esta nueva versión; lo cual, hace al juego más atractivo para aquellas personas que no los adquirieron en su momento.
    Como todo juego de la nintendo switch aprovecha las nuevas funciones que ofrece como el poder llevartelo a cualquier parte o poder jugar de manera inalámbrica con otras personas que posean la consola.
    El mayor inconveniente que le veo es su elevado precio, los mario kart son un "must have" para las consolas de nintendo, sin embargo no nos olvidemos de que estamos hablando de una nueva versión mejorada de un juego que ya salió hace unos años y en mi opinión, no lo tendrían que vender a precio de novedad.    … Expand
  17. KingHeavy
    Aug 12, 2017
    9
    On the surface, this looks like a port of the Wii U version with a few extra bits sprinkled on. But there's a lot to enjoy, even if you've played the Wii U version before. There's a fun new boost system, the battle mode doesn't suck, and it has Inklings!
  18. SirMeowsAlot349
    Aug 8, 2017
    10
    This game is awesome! the courses are brutally fun, you can carry 2 items at once, there's no DLC (because you start with it!) and you can be Link!!!
  19. R7valero
    Aug 5, 2017
    8
    Como todos los Mario Kart, un gran juego, que a cada entrega se supera. Como no tuve Mario Kart 8 para Wii U, este juego lo valoraría como un juego "nuevo". Es divertido como todos, las nuevas funciones de 2 items, 200cc y modo batalla me parecen unos buenos añadidos sin lugar a dudas.
    Lo mejor que tiene es que es un juego que gusta a todo el mundo, y se echa muy buenas partidas en casa    Como todos los Mario Kart, un gran juego, que a cada entrega se supera. Como no tuve Mario Kart 8 para Wii U, este juego lo valoraría como un juego "nuevo". Es divertido como todos, las nuevas funciones de 2 items, 200cc y modo batalla me parecen unos buenos añadidos sin lugar a dudas.
    Lo mejor que tiene es que es un juego que gusta a todo el mundo, y se echa muy buenas partidas en casa con amigos. El plato fuerte debería estar en el online, pero en mi caso se queda a medio camino (por eso le doy un 8 y no un sobresaliente). Me hubiera gustado que sea más competitivo, me explico, añadir rangos o niveles como en la mayoría de juegos online, una manera para que vean cómo eres en ese juego. El simple hecho de mostrar una puntuación de por ejemplo 3000 puntos no quiere decir que seas un hacha en el online, ya que lo más fácil es puntuar en las carreras (por encima de la posición 9). Sé que está el modo torneo, pero no creo que eso equivalga a obtener rangos por así decirlo. También ese notable lo doy por se un juego de sesiones cortas, ya que no apetece estar jugando muchas horas seguidas, se hace monótono y fácilmente lo dejas de lado al cabo de semanas, jugando nuevamente tiempo después en ocasiones puntuales.
    De todas formas, es un gran juego que merece ser comprado sin duda.    … Expand
  20. The_EpicGamerYT
    Aug 4, 2017
    10
    This is the definitive version of the Mario Kart racing game franchise. Smooth 1080p graphics when docked and always keeping a solid 60fps. The number of tracks, kart combinations, and characters in this game make it the biggest and best Mario Kart to date. The battle mode is finally fixed, bringing five unique and returning modes to spice up the variety. The online connection is reliableThis is the definitive version of the Mario Kart racing game franchise. Smooth 1080p graphics when docked and always keeping a solid 60fps. The number of tracks, kart combinations, and characters in this game make it the biggest and best Mario Kart to date. The battle mode is finally fixed, bringing five unique and returning modes to spice up the variety. The online connection is reliable and I didn't have any lag in my hours of playtime. Overall, everyone who owns a Nintendo Switch should get this game.… Expand
  21. caZCircles
    Aug 1, 2017
    10
    This is the best Mario Kart ever! Love the new battle modes and te new characters. They nailed the controls and the courses are still as good as in MK8. Can't wait for an actual new Mario Kart!
  22. ali2005
    Jul 30, 2017
    10
    The definitive version of Mario Kart 8!Mario Kart 8 was one of the Best Mario Karts in history thanks to its stunning visuals,great gameplay,and easy to use controls,but most of the flaws in that game have been added in Deluxe!I am so glad to see a proper battle mode in this game and it sure is a lot of fun especially with multiplayer!Also,I am so glad to see Bowser Jr in thisThe definitive version of Mario Kart 8!Mario Kart 8 was one of the Best Mario Karts in history thanks to its stunning visuals,great gameplay,and easy to use controls,but most of the flaws in that game have been added in Deluxe!I am so glad to see a proper battle mode in this game and it sure is a lot of fun especially with multiplayer!Also,I am so glad to see Bowser Jr in this game.Although there are no new tracks,it includes all 48 tracks including the DLC which I didn't purchase on the Wii U version.And even for time trial fanatics,you can now do Time trials in 150 or 200cc,which is a neat addition.Other features like an ultra turbo boost,double items (a big plus for Double Dash fans),and much more!It even applies to beginners with Smart Steering and Auto-acceleration so in theory,you can race without pressing a single button!

    Overall,this game deserves a resounding 10/10,and is the best iteration in the series since Mario Kart DS!    … Expand
  23. Max_Sheedy
    Jul 30, 2017
    8
    All of this games key components craft a fantastic fun experience for any age.And from playing over 100 hours of this masterpiece I can say that I am very pleased, good original characters, lots of karts to choose from and one of the most important this game can run at a good 60 fps in a stable clear format. But i'm giving this game a sore of 8 because of some of the game features, so,All of this games key components craft a fantastic fun experience for any age.And from playing over 100 hours of this masterpiece I can say that I am very pleased, good original characters, lots of karts to choose from and one of the most important this game can run at a good 60 fps in a stable clear format. But i'm giving this game a sore of 8 because of some of the game features, so, you hop into a game with 11 other players, then you race for 3 laps, but one of the worst features is that if you are in first place all the items you can get are the bananas which are completely useless and the coin, but the most annoying thing in this game is that you are about to finish 1st then you get hit by a blue shell then several other objects, i wish Nintendo could stop this but its just how this game was designed. So my final conclusion is that this game is ALMOST perfect yet it can be perfected so my advice is if you see this game in a store definitely pick it up.… Expand
  24. Raxumotra
    Jul 29, 2017
    8
    A must have for Switch owners, I just wish there were more cars and un-lockables, but the game is excellent and the multiplayer battles and races are top of the line. Please enjoy all video games.
  25. MatthewRock
    Jul 29, 2017
    10
    It's quite amazing that they made 8 games in this series, and they just keep getting better and better. The best Mario Kart game with some new mechanics like double bonus, this is definitely one of must-haves on the Nintendo Switch platform. The gameplay is great, the game is not boring and the game fits into the portable mindset really well. With its pure gameplay, this game is a greatIt's quite amazing that they made 8 games in this series, and they just keep getting better and better. The best Mario Kart game with some new mechanics like double bonus, this is definitely one of must-haves on the Nintendo Switch platform. The gameplay is great, the game is not boring and the game fits into the portable mindset really well. With its pure gameplay, this game is a great thing to have.… Expand
  26. Handtorch
    Jul 25, 2017
    8
    It’s Mario Kart with some new tweeks. If you played Mario Kart before there aren’t any huge surprises. The game is great fun playing in split-screen with the family. The game looks great even on a 75” screen. Most of the games fun is in multiplayer.
  27. BluesBrothers
    Jul 25, 2017
    9
    Mario Kart 8: Deluxe is a great example of a remastered port done right and it was a blast to play this on the big screen as well as on the go. The sheer variety of courses, karts, characters, and battle modes is stunning. Although the battle mode is vastly improved, I feel that the could still could have much more with it. The visuals are crystal clear and don't suffer as you undock theMario Kart 8: Deluxe is a great example of a remastered port done right and it was a blast to play this on the big screen as well as on the go. The sheer variety of courses, karts, characters, and battle modes is stunning. Although the battle mode is vastly improved, I feel that the could still could have much more with it. The visuals are crystal clear and don't suffer as you undock the console. It's very enjoyable to test your skills online even if you occasionally get booted out. It's awesome to play as new characters from other franchises such as Link and Isabelle. Very solid!… Expand
  28. jikflet
    Jul 22, 2017
    10
    Not only the best Mario kart, but probably the best racing game ever! it deserves a solid 10 score for the co-op play, the tense situations, the laughs with your friends when you trow a red shell and make them loose first place when race is about 5 seconds to finish, the anger when you slip with a banana after getting hit by a green shell, after getting hit by the blue shell. if you areNot only the best Mario kart, but probably the best racing game ever! it deserves a solid 10 score for the co-op play, the tense situations, the laughs with your friends when you trow a red shell and make them loose first place when race is about 5 seconds to finish, the anger when you slip with a banana after getting hit by a green shell, after getting hit by the blue shell. if you are reading this, and having toughs about buying it.... why is that? why are you still here? go now and get it! a must have on the switch. period.… Expand
  29. MaxiRE123
    Jul 22, 2017
    8
    I played the wii U version (and It's DLC) a lot, so this is more a comparasion. If you didn't had a Wii U, get this now! If you own a Wii U, then It's still worth it in my opinion, because the battle mode has been revamped into a real battle mode this time! Also, inklings from Splatoon have joined the fray as well! But the biggest change is the double item! Yes, this was originally onI played the wii U version (and It's DLC) a lot, so this is more a comparasion. If you didn't had a Wii U, get this now! If you own a Wii U, then It's still worth it in my opinion, because the battle mode has been revamped into a real battle mode this time! Also, inklings from Splatoon have joined the fray as well! But the biggest change is the double item! Yes, this was originally on Double Dash, have now arrived in Mario Kart 8! And It's a game changer! It's created races that are even more intense! And there is a couple of little improvements as well to make it even more enjoyable, so yeah, It's a pretty good port!… Expand
  30. Nestiray
    Jul 21, 2017
    9
    I had already bought this game on the Wii U version a couple of years back when it first came out. I liked a lot and played almost every day, it was the first "good" first party game the Wii U had so obviously I was playing the whole time. It was an amazing game and I loved it, but the version of the Switch is a bit different.

    The game, graphics wise, is really good. All the popping    I had already bought this game on the Wii U version a couple of years back when it first came out. I liked a lot and played almost every day, it was the first "good" first party game the Wii U had so obviously I was playing the whole time. It was an amazing game and I loved it, but the version of the Switch is a bit different.

    The game, graphics wise, is really good. All the popping colors on your face at high speeds feels and looks really, really great. Content wise it's just amazing, you already get so many characters, stages and modes off the go, plus the revamped battle mode is **** brilliant. With online service and multiplayer features this game is an instant 10/10 for me since I didn't buy any of the DLC on the Wii U version. But even thought this game is so good it just gets overshadowed by the masterpiece that is Breath of the Wild. The game is missing something to make me play it more. Right now this is something you could play when you had enough of Zelda or just want to play Switch with your friends. if you have a Switch this is a must buy though, it's a really good game, better than Forza by a long run.
    Final Rating: 9.5/10, "Great game"    … Expand
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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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