Mario Kart Wii: Gameplay, Platforms and Key Facts

Mario Kart Wii (2008) is a racing video game developed by Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development, available on Wii. It holds an aggregated critic and player score of 76/100 on IGDB.

What is Mario Kart Wii about?

Mario Kart Wii is a multiplayer-oriented racing game for the Wii, and the sixth main installment in the Mario Kart series. Mario Kart Wii retains the traditional item-based weaponry familiar with the franchise, where players can select a Mario franchise driver and themed vehicles. As with most racing games, the overarching goal is to place first among other competitors, through the usage of such items and taking the fastest routes to secure the leads. Several new key elements introduced to Mario Kart Wii include increasing the number of racers to 12 racers from 8 racers from previous entries in the series, as well as introducing a new type of vehicle to the franchise: bikes. The game takes advantage of features unique to the Wii, most notably its motion control capabilities. A Wii Wheel is included in most Mario Kart Wii packages, though the game is still compatible with other controller

Key details

Mario Kart Wii was released in 2008 and supports single player, multiplayer, split screen. Platforms: Wii. Developer: Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development.

Should you play Mario Kart Wii?

A solid 76/100 aggregate score makes Mario Kart Wii a safe pick for fans of racing.