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Mario Kart 8: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

Mario Kart 8 (2014): what the game is about, platforms, developer and rating, in one evergreen guide.

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Mario Kart 8 (2014) is a racing, arcade video game developed by Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.1, available on WiiU. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 89/100 on IGDB.

What is Mario Kart 8 about?

Turn your racing experience upside down! Nintendo’s Mario Kart franchise comes to the Wii U console in full HD, introducing new racing circuit designs and anti-gravity karts that will have players driving upside down. And for the first time, all of Bowser’s seven Koopalings are playable characters-- get a taste of being bad on the race track by playing as Iggy, Larry, Lemmy, Ludwig, Morton, Roy and Wendy. Players will also enjoy a variety of series-favorite features, including the return of 12-player online competitive play, hang-gliders, underwater racing and motorbikes.

Key details

Mario Kart 8 was released in 2014 and supports single player, multiplayer, split screen. Platforms: WiiU. Developer: Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.1.

Should you play Mario Kart 8?

With a 89/100 aggregate score, Mario Kart 8 ranks among the best-reviewed games in its genre and is widely considered a must-play.

Frequently asked questions

What kind of game is Mario Kart 8?

Mario Kart 8 is a racing, arcade game by Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.1, released in 2014.

What platforms is Mario Kart 8 on?

Mario Kart 8 is available on WiiU.

Is Mario Kart 8 good?

Mario Kart 8 has an aggregate score of 89/100 from critics and players on IGDB.

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