Nickelodeon Kart Racers

 Switch
Metascore
41

Generally unfavorable reviews - based on 8 Critic Reviews

Critic score distribution:
  1. Positive: 0 out of 8
  2. Mixed: 2 out of 8
  3. Negative: 6 out of 8
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  1. NintendoWorldReport
    Oct 23, 2018
    60
    Nickelodeon Kart Racers has no online function, and its unlockable Grand Prix cups are just different combinations of tracks from the base cups. There is a decent progression and cart customization system here, but bland visuals and uninspired gameplay mean you can probably sit this race out.
  2. Nintendo Force Magazine
    Feb 26, 2019
    50
    In the end, Nickelodeon Kart Racers is just kind of passable (and compared to others, I'm being generous with it). [Issue #37 – January/February 2019, p. 75]
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  3. Nintendo Enthusiast
    Oct 23, 2018
    45
    You would need to be a really hardcore SpongeBob SquarePants, Rugrats, Hey Arnold!, or Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles fan to prefer this. I don’t doubt that there is a really good game that could be made with the Nickelodeon license, but it needs to have much better core mechanics. And with such a great library of Nickelodeon properties available, you can’t help but feel it should be using more of them.
  5. Nintendo Insider
    Oct 25, 2018
    40
    On the bright side, Nickelodeon Kart Racers is the kind of game you can buy for a nephew that you can’t stand. Just think. On the surface, his parents will give you brownie points for such an appealing looking gift. The nephew, on the other hand, will know full well that you have completely screwed him over. Furthermore, you can shamelessly watch in glee as he gets chastised for being an ungrateful and spoilt little brat after complaining about such a generous present. A win, win situation if you ask me, and well worth your money.
  6. Switch Player
    Nov 12, 2018
    30
    Save your money on this one and opt for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Nickelodeon Kart Racers is not an enjoyable racer to play and whilst it has some interesting ideas adding an RPG element to the mix, it doesn't make up for the rest of this half baked package.
  7. FNintendo
    Nov 11, 2018
    30
    With a disappointing selection of series and characters available, a poor visual environment, faulty controls and a soundtrack that would need a complete overhaul, this is a passable game that will not satisfy anyone.
  8. Nintendo Life
    Nov 6, 2018
    30
    Unfortunately, Nickelodeon Kart Racers is simply not good; derivative mechanics, a pathetic character roster and awful performance make this a bargain bin experience that you’ll be glad you missed. If you absolutely have to play a racing game with Nickelodeon characters, then by all means, go ahead, but we’d highly recommend you take a pass on this sorry effort.
  9. DualShockers
    Oct 23, 2018
    20
    I wish I were joking in saying that the game’s horrid music and sound quality has been haunting me every night while trying to sleep—I cannot get that damned music menu out of my head.

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User Score
4.8

Generally unfavorable reviews- based on 40 Ratings

User score distribution:
  1. Positive: 15 out of 40
  2. Mixed: 6 out of 40
  3. Negative: 19 out of 40
  1. Tekneiner
    Oct 23, 2018
    5
    The game looks and plays very well, however for a crossover game like this, characters are the most important thing. So far we only have 2The game looks and plays very well, however for a crossover game like this, characters are the most important thing. So far we only have 2 characters representing 4 franchises. For a crossover game in 2018, that's pathetic. Compare that to Nicktoons Nitro which had only 6 characters but each character represented a different franchise.
    Now I am grateful that they included Rugrats characters alongside SpongeBob and don't get me wrong I think the Turtles are a welcome addition to Nicktoons but how could they not include classics like Jimmy Neutron or the rest of the Nicktoons Unite team? Especially considering they were all represented extremely well in Nicktoons Nitro.
    I would have given this game a much smaller rating if not for the fact there's still potential to add characters through updates, like what Street Fighter 5 did. However if that's not the case, then this may be the most disappointing Nicktoons game ever.    … Full Review »
  2. Erick561
    Jun 10, 2020
    2
    I simply don't like it. Played it once. Never played it again. Get Mario Kart 8 Deluxe instead.
  3. su92
    Oct 24, 2018
    8
    The game may lack some polish, but the solid gameplay is there. If you happen to like any of the shows represented, it's plenty of fun for the price.
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