Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
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- April 28, 2017
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46% of scored reviews fell within the range of 86 to 92 / 100
Jose Otero (IGN)
9.3/10
“Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is an amazing game for all the same reasons I mentioned in our original review. It’s still a gorgeous kart racer and every bit as addictive as it was in 2014. This is the best entry in the series so far, and it has all the content you’ll need. Returning players have seen a lot of this game before, but the overhauled Battle mode and its five additional ways to play are a great reason to pick it up. Nintendo didn’t do enough to make the online experience better, but the rest of this game holds up well.”
Martin Robinson (Eurogamer)
Recommended
“Nintendo fixes one of Mario Kart 8’s only shortcomings in a generous port of a modern masterpiece.”
Griffin Vacheron (Game Revolution)
4/5 stars
“Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the definitive edition of a franchise-defining kart racer, no longer constrained by Wii U’s teensy install base and poised to dish out hours of enjoyment from its new hybrid home. Not everyone will be tempted, but if you missed the original Mario Kart 8, it’s an absolute must-buy.”
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| Outlet | Author | Score | Date | Quote | Read |
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| Areajugones | Álvaro Giménez | 8.5 / 10 | 05-03-2017 | Mario Kart 8 returns with a ‘Deluxe' that comes with new features for this entertaining game. With better graphics and gameplay thanks to the Nintendo Switch, this is one of the best Mario Kart games ever made. | Read review |
| Atomix | Alberto Desfassiaux | 95 / 100 | 04-24-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the definitive edition of one of the best games ever created by Nintendo. You must play this title no matter what. | Read review |
| Attack of the Fanboy | Dean James | 4.5 / 5 stars | 04-20-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe performs better than it ever has, this time with a crisper look that really shines both in docked and handheld forms. While it is disappointing that no new race tracks were added, the completely overhauled Battle Mode complete with eight arenas makes up for that easily, making Mario Kart 8 Deluxe the definitive Mario Kart experience to date. | Read review |
| Cerealkillerz | Gabriel Bogdan | 8.5 / 10 | 04-23-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the next must have for Nintendo Switch Owners, if you haven't played the Wii U Version. The amount of new characters and race tracks is great and also the new battle modes are finally delivering some variety. If this isn't enough for you, the new multiplayer possibilities with the Switch will surely convince you. | Read review |
| CGMagazine | Phil Brown | 9 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | Mario Kart 8 remains one of the highlights of the franchise and while it would have been nice for The Switch to get a new title rather than a Deluxe repackage, this thing plays like a dream and is overflowing with content. | Read review |
| Chalgyr's Game Room | Nick Herber | 9.3 / 10 | 05-16-2017 | We loved Mario Kart 8 when it released. We scored it a nine out of ten and felt that was the start of the Wii U's strongest run. With so few titles released for the Switch so far, I admit I was a bit wary about one of Nintendo's biggest early games being a rehash. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is more than just some graphic tweaks and a couple of pieces of DLC however, and fans of Nintendo's premier racing franchise will find plenty to like about this new iteration. | Read review |
| Cheat Code Central | Jenni Lada | 5 / 5 stars | 04-20-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a game that rekindles a fire you may not have even realized was fading. This racing game is absolutely incredible. It takes Mario Kart 8, an absolutely fantastic game, then improves upon it by offering the sort of Battle arenas and experiences we adored in previous games, the ability to play it anywhere in any way, and various quality of life adjustments. Everything has been tightened, fine tuned and is firing on all cylinders. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe isn't just here to help you coast through the launch window, it is a game that will offer comfortable cruising for years to come. | Read review |
| COGconnected | Alexander Thomas | 89 / 100 | 04-20-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is one of the greatest multiplayer experiences Nintendo has produced in a long time. | Read review |
| Critical Hit | Geoffrey Tim | 8.5 / 10 | 05-02-2017 | With improved visuals, accessibility, more content and a newly invigorated Battle Mode, Nintendo has demonstrated a masterclass in spiffing up an older game | Read review |
| Cubed3 | Adam Riley | 9 / 10 | 04-21-2017 | Online play for up to 12 people, local multiplayer for up to eight players | Read review |
| Destructoid | Chris Carter | 9.5 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is straight-up a better version of the game without compromise. It looks crisper, there's more to do, it's portable, and it might even outsell the Wii U version to ensure a healthier long-term community. With battle mode firmly in place, it's one of the best kart racers ever made. | Read review |
| Digiato | Shayan Ziaei | 100 / 100 | 05-21-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is exactly the kind of experience that Nintendo Switch needs and switch-buyers want; compact, seamless and neverendingly fun. | Read review |
| Digital Chumps | Steve Schardein | 9.5 / 10 | 02-24-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is absolutely the best game currently available for the Nintendo Switch apart from Zelda: Breath of the Wild. For players who have never had the pleasure of experiencing the original Wii U title, this is a must-own and could be qualified as yet another killer app (even though it technically is a port). On the other hand, even if you own the original, this is the definitive Mario Kart 8 experience; in fact, it is the best Mario Kart game to date period. | Read review |
| Digital Spy | Matt Hill | 5 / 5 stars | 04-15-2017 | At its heart, playing Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a completely different experience to playing Mario Kart 8 precisely because of how, and where, you play it. The feel and fun of the thing is an intrinsic part of gaming and there's just so much fun to be had when you throw portability and local multiplayer into the fray. | Read review |
| Digital Trends | Jeffrey Van Camp | 4 / 5 stars | 04-27-2017 | 'Mario Kart 8 Deluxe' bring racing chaos, and great multiplayer to the Switch. | Read review |
| Digitally Downloaded | Matt Sainsbury | 4.5 / 5 stars | 04-20-2017 | As Nintendo's second big release on the Switch following on from The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild, I have no trouble believing that this will solidify the console's rapidly-growing reputation of offering far more than people thought it would prior to launch. It might be a flawed experience, but that's almost irrelevant when you consider just how much of it there really is on offer. This is how you do a "HD remaster". | Read review |
| DualShockers | Lou Contaldi | 8 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | At the end of the day, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a Mario Kart game and (predictably) fantastic. With a fully upgraded Battle Mode and all the portability that comes with Nintendo Switch, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is undoubtedly the definitive version of the game — maybe even the series. However, with limited offerings for Mario Kart veterans who shelled out nearly $100 on the last experience, the title will be significantly less rewarding. | Read review |
| Easy Allies | Michael Damiani | 4.5 / 5 stars | 05-22-2017 | Video Review | Read review |
| EGM | Emma Schaefer | 9 / 10 | 05-01-2017 | With a fresh coat of paint and a couple of tune-ups, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe makes itself a great definitive edition of an already pretty-good game. Smart Steering, though awkwardly on by default, is a godsend for those who play with younger and less-skilled racers, and the revised Battle Mode fills a hole in the game's heart. A lack of additional race courses and content may deter those who already own the original Wii U version of the game, however. | Read review |
| Eurogamer | Martin Robinson | Recommended | 04-21-2017 | Nintendo fixes one of Mario Kart 8's only shortcomings in a generous port of a modern masterpiece. | Read review |
| FNintendo | Manuel Morais | 9 / 10 | 04-27-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe improves on everything that made the original an excellent game and reinforces its status as the greatest game in the Mario Kart series. Increasing on its content and bringing back the battle mode as it once was, this edition also adds technical improvements to make it fit with the Nintendo Switch. This all adds up to a magnificent entry that no player should overlook. | Read review |
| Forbes | Erik Kain | 10 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | This is the best Mario Kart game ever made, expanding an already great Wii U title into a near-perfect racing game. Even so, players who have the original on Wii U may want to wait for a sale. | Read review |
| Game Informer | Brian Shea | 9.3 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | With multiple new additions and important improvements, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the definitive version of one of the Wii U's best games | Read review |
| Game Rant | Riley Little | 4.5 / 5 stars | 04-20-2017 | The blockbuster Mario Kart series makes its debut on the Nintendo Switch with an upgraded port, albeit one filled with a bunch of new and noteworthy content for fans. | Read review |
| Game Revolution | Griffin Vacheron | 4 / 5 stars | 04-19-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the definitive edition of a franchise-defining kart racer, no longer constrained by Wii U's teensy install base and poised to dish out hours of enjoyment from its new hybrid home. Not everyone will be tempted, but if you missed the original Mario Kart 8, it's an absolute must-buy. | Read review |
| Gameblog | Thomas Pillon | 10 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | The Nintendo Switch version of Mario Kart is quite possibly the best in the series. Mario Kart 8 was already fantastic on the Wii U and the way the game uses the Switch's features genuinely transcends it. | Read review |
| GameCrate | David Jagneaux | 9 / 10 | 05-03-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the definitive Mario Kart experience. It's got the most complete roster of characters, tons of tracks, a litany of game modes, and an ultra-polished presentation mixed with pitch-perfect gameplay. A must play for all Switch owners. | Read review |
| GameGrin | Oliver Smith | 9 / 10 | 05-09-2017 | For a port of an older Wii U title, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe feels like a brand new game that everyone can enjoy. Whether this is your first Mario Kart or your eighth, there's enough here to satisfy your thirst for racing. | Read review |
| GameMAG | Chris Kain | 9 / 10 | 04-28-2017 | Original Mario Kart 8 made gameplay almost perfect, but Mario Kart 8 Deluxe goes even further and improves the game to the masterpiece, offering a full set of arcade fun and allowing you to play at home and on the road, enjoying deep mechanics, bright graphics and phenomenally thoughtful and really interestingly designed tracks. It's hard to imagine what Nintendo should do in order to make the next game even better. Without a doubt, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the best installment in the series and just an ideal arcade racing that will brighten up the expectation of a full new ninth game. | Read review |
| Gameplanet | Baz Macdonald | 9 / 10 | 05-12-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe takes the franchise to a new level, and makes further argument that the Switch is a fantastic portable console. | Read review |
| GamePro | Tobias Veltin | 92 / 100 | 04-20-2017 | Thanks to small but fine adjustments, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the best version of a great fun racer. | Read review |
| GamesBeat | Mike Minotti | 90 / 100 | 04-20-2017 | This is how you spiff up an older game. What could have been a cynical attempt to double-dip into Nintendo fans' wallets actually turns out to be the Mario Kart series' definitive entry. The racing looks and feels just as great as it did on the Wii U, but the addition of battle modes finally makes it feel like a complete package. | Read review |
| GameSpot | Kallie Plagge | 9 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe makes significant updates to the original that make its racing chaos the definitive version. | Read review |
| GameXplain | GameXplain | Recommended | 04-20-2017 | Video Review | Read review |
| GameZone | Mike Splechta | 9.5 / 10 | 04-28-2017 | There's enough content here even if you've already played Mario Kart 8, thanks to its impressive and addicting new Battle Mode, or even the four additional Cups in case you've never bothered to buy the DLC for the Wii U game. | Read review |
| GamingBolt | Pramath | 9 / 10 | 05-04-2017 | If you are just jumping in for the very first time, prepare to have your mind blown away. A true modern multiplayer classic, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe stands as one of the greatest games that Nintendo has ever made. | Read review |
| GamingTrend | Matt Welsh | 90 / 100 | 04-23-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe plays exceptionally well and its pick-up-and-play nature feels right at home on Nintendo Switch. There may not be any game-changing additions, but new items and characters, as well as an insanely fun Battle mode, help round out an already-impressive package. | Read review |
| GBAtemp | Austin Trujillo | 8.5 / 10 | 05-09-2017 | Nearly impossible to put down, chock full of content yet hindered by an archaic online system. Mario kart 8 Deluxe is another phenomenal game in the growing switch library, yet an ominous precedent for the future of Switch online games. | Read review |
| Geeks Under Grace | John Campbell | 9.4 / 10 | 06-24-2017 | Nintendo has hit a home run with their re-release, knowing exactly which elements to fix and which to keep. This game is a must-have for your library. | Read review |
| God is a Geek | Adam Cook | 10 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | Deluxe may be the wrong word for it, but this is the definitive Mario Kart 8 experience, which ultimately makes it one of the best kart-racers ever made. | Read review |
| Guardian | Jordan Erica Webber | 5 / 5 stars | 04-20-2017 | Nintendo's karting franchise is designed to get everyone racing together no matter what their individual ability. This Switch remaster achieves that and more | Read review |
| Hardcore Gamer | Kirstin Swalley | 4.5 / 5 stars | 05-02-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has taken all the best parts from the Wii U version and improves quite a bit upon where it needed some adjustments. | Read review |
| Hey Poor Player | Anthony Spivey | 5 / 5 stars | 05-08-2017 | Not only are you getting everything that Mario Kart 8 had to offer, you also get a few new characters, a greatly enhanced Battle mode, and the ability to play wherever you go. | Read review |
| Hobby Consolas | David Martinez | 90 / 100 | 04-20-2017 | It seems that Nintendo Switch was made for a game like Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Racing is fun and multiplayer (8 local/ 12 online) is unbeatable. Nevertheless, the only improvements from the Wii U game are 6 new characters, new items and some batte modes, and that is not enough. | Read review |
| IBTimes UK | Ben Skipper | 5 / 5 stars | 04-20-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe takes the best game in the series and improves it. It looks better, plays better, the soundtrack remains an utter joy and the inclusion of a fully-featured and fiendishly fun Battle Mode is the cherry on top. This is the best Mario Kart game ever, and it's hard to see exactly how Nintendo will ever be able to improve upon it. | Read review |
| IGN | Jose Otero | 9.3 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is an amazing game for all the same reasons I mentioned in our original review. It's still a gorgeous kart racer and every bit as addictive as it was in 2014. This is the best entry in the series so far, and it has all the content you'll need. Returning players have seen a lot of this game before, but the overhauled Battle mode and its five additional ways to play are a great reason to pick it up. Nintendo didn't do enough to make the online experience better, but the rest of this game holds up well. | Read review |
| IGN Italy | Mattia Ravanelli | 9.5 / 10 | 04-24-2017 | The best Mario Kart game ever is back... even better, with a Battle Mode that has finally been fixed. Playing Mario Kart 8 Deluxe anywhere, anytime is (almost) priceless. | Read review |
| IGN Spain | Juan García | 9 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | An excellent game that's still as good as it was 3 years ago... And now with every DLC and some subtle changes on its gameplay. If you haven't played Mario Kart 8 before this Deluxe version is a must buy. | Read review |
| Impulsegamer | James Wright (Impulsegamer) | 5 / 5 stars | 04-25-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is another must have title for the Nintendo Switch and is a racer that is accessible by everyone, whether a veteran gamer, casual gamer or even someone who has never played before. So if you're looking for some great racing fun on the Switch, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on all levels… it's a me, Mario Kart! | Read review |
| KnowTechie | Jonathan White | 9.5 / 10 | 04-24-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a lot more than just the “complete edition” – it’s the only edition that exists from this point forward. | Read review |
| Kotaku | Mike Fahey | Recommended | 04-28-2017 | Mario Kart 8 is an excellent game. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is even better. | Read review |
| LevelUp | Daniel Dehesa | 9 / 10 | 04-25-2017 | Unless you're the ultimate fan of Mario Kart, there's no reason to get the Switch version if you have the original for Wii U. That's because even if Battle Mode was the missing piece in this puzzle, you're paying full price for an extra mode and the access to play additional characters. ¿You never had a Wii U and Switch is you're first Nintendo console since a long time? Don't hesitate to get Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, altogether with Breath of the Wild is the best that the console has to offer and it will give you tons of entertainment. | Read review |
| Luis Alamilla | Luis Alamilla | 9 / 10 | 04-21-2017 | Video Review | Read review |
| M3 | Chris Martin | 10 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | We had a ton of fun with Mario Kart 8 for Wii U. And even if Mario Kart 8 Deluxe doesn't add that much of news (except for the re-designed battle mode), it's still one of the best racing games ever made. | Read review |
| Marooners' Rock | Adam Bankhurst | 9.4 / 10 | 05-17-2017 | Mario Kart 8 is a hallmark title and should be added to your Switch without a second thought. | Read review |
| Metro GameCentral | GameCentral | 10 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | The definitive version of one of the greatest multiplayer games ever, with a vast array of courses, characters, and the best Battle mode since the SNES days. | Read review |
| MMOGames | Laguna Levine | 9 / 10 | 05-12-2017 | Even for those who own the original Mario Kart 8, after re-evaluating my score, I'd still give the game an 8 overall, and I think that says a lot about what's actually in the game. Plus, we have the Splatoon inklings, Zelda's Link, and Animal Crossing characters available altogether now, without being in a Smash Bros game. Really, what more do you want? | Read review |
| Nexus | Garth Kaestner | 9 / 10 | 05-04-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is about getting the most out of an already stellar game. Whether it be faster loading times, more convenient online lobby and gameplay, or a handful of new characters. The Souped Up Battle Mode is now far more compelling and content driven than before. | Read review |
| Nintendo Enthusiast | Elia Pales | 9 / 10 | 04-26-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is still that same gorgeous game filled with great courses, characters, and karts. There are a few new game elements that augment the game slightly, and an awesome battle mode that is instantly addicting, but on the whole, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is almost too similar to the game we fell in love with on the Wii U. | Read review |
| Nintendo Life | Thomas Whitehead | 10 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | When it comes to passing final judgement on a re-release like this it's tricky | Read review |
| NintendoWorldReport | Daan Koopman | 8.5 / 10 | 04-25-2017 | I might still carry a torch for quality single-player content and progression in Mario Kart, but there's no denying that Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a step in the right direction for just about every other element. | Read review |
| NZGamer | Reagan Morris | 9.2 / 10 | 05-15-2017 | Everything the Wii U version was, plus a lot of what was missing. | Read review |
| Paste Magazine | Jon Irwin | 8.5 / 10 | 05-02-2017 | But that's the thing with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on Nintendo Switch. On Wii U, the game was over when you stepped away from your television. As the saying goes: You can't take it with you. But now you can. Now, the game is only over when you—or the baby—says so. | Read review |
| PCMag | Will Greenwald | 4.5 / 5 stars | 04-21-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the second must-buy game on the Nintendo Switch (after The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild), and it's the most comprehensive Mario Kart game to date. | Read review |
| Pittsburgh Post-Gazette | Max Parker | 9.5 / 10 | 04-21-2017 | "Mario Kart 8 Deluxe" is so complete that it made me wonder how the original Wii U release even made it to shelves in its original state. This is everything kart fans could want from the series: fast action that can be enjoyed by beginners and seasoned veterans, plenty of unlockables, an assortment of tracks and fun modes for parties. This is the new pinnacle for the "Mario Kart" series. Nintendo was smart to take us on another lap around the track. | Read review |
| Post Arcade (National Post) | Chad Sapieha | 8.5 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | A better Battle mode and new ways to play with friends are great perks, but perhaps not enough to make some fans buy the same game twice | Read review |
| PowerUp! | Leo Stevenson | 9.5 / 10 | 05-09-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, not Breath of the Wild, is the absolute best reason to own the Switch. | Read review |
| Press Start | Shannon Grixti | 9 / 10 | 04-26-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the perfect follow up to The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild. It's fun regardless of whether you're playing alone, with friends on the couch or taking the race online. It lends itself perfectly to the portability of the Nintendo Switch and there's just enough new content to warrant a purchase for those that owned the original game on the Nintendo Wii U. | Read review |
| pressakey.com | Tim Bissinger | Recommended | 05-08-2017 | Auch auf der Nintendo Switch ist Mario Kart 8 ein Garant für monatelangen Spielspaß sowohl offline als auch online | Read review |
| Reno Gazette-Journal | Jason Hidalgo | 9 / 10 | 05-10-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe puts the pedal to the metal by creating the most accessible racer in the series, or any racing game for that matter, to date. Smart steering and auto-acceleration lets little kids join in on the fun without being too overpowered. The return of a full-fledged battle mode also makes it a more complete Mario Kart experience. It might not have enough new features to entice folks who still own the Wii U version. Overall, though, this is arguably the best Mario Kart game to date. | Read review |
| Rice Digital | Kitsumeda | 5 / 5 stars | 05-28-2017 | If you own a Nintendo Switch there is absolutely no excuse to not go and pick up Mario Kart 8 Deluxe right now. Even if you put an insane amount of time into the game when it came out on the Wii U, just the fact that you can jump into a race wherever, whenever and with whoever you want makes this a no-brainer. The smart steering and auto acceleration mean everyone will be able to enjoy. If you are still deciding whether or not the Switch is for you, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe might very well be the system seller you are looking for. | Read review |
| Saudi Gamer | عصام الشهوان | 9 / 10 | 05-03-2017 | It might not enhance or add much to the Wii U version, but this is certainly the definitive version of the best game of its kind, and especially the best handheld racer. | Read review |
| Shacknews | Steve Watts | 9 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | In broad terms, I can understand why Mario Kart 8 might be hard to justify for some players. It's a re-release of a game Nintendo put out three years ago, and that Nintendo fans (who make up a large portion of the Switch audience) probably already played. That said, this is a fantastic addition to the Switch library, not just as a great game but as one that benefits from the system's core features. It adds the requisite new content and fixes the one large oversight of the original. Mario Kart 8 was already one of the best in the series. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is even better. | Read review |
| SpazioGames | Matteo Bussani | 9 / 10 | 04-24-2017 | Mario Kart 8 arrives to Switch in the Deluxe version: bigger, funnier and more beautiful than ever. | Read review |
| Stevivor | Steve Wright | 9 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is solid and enjoyable, with small tweaks that mean it easily surpasses the Wii U's original release. Should you get a Switch for it? Yes. Yes you should — especially if you've got friends who're up for a race themselves. | Read review |
| TechRaptor | Andrew Stretch | 7 / 10 | 05-25-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe gives players the full package right from the starting line. With an enormous roster of both characters and raceways to select from MK8 Deluxe brings over all of the content from the Wii U edition of the game and then goes and adds more content. While those wanting the single player experience might not find too much to race for, as a multiplayer title this is a great one to challenge your friends to. | Read review |
| Telegraph | Tom Hoggins | 5 / 5 stars | 04-26-2017 | Mario Kart 8 is as deliriously entertaining as it was when it was released three years ago. | Read review |
| The Digital Fix | Andrew Phillips | 9 / 10 | 05-04-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe on the Nintendo Switch is a no-brainer for fans and/or Switch owners | Read review |
| The Games Machine | Ivan Conte | 9.5 / 10 | 04-23-2017 | This is undoubtedly the biggest, funniest and best Mario Kart ever. If you already have the new Nintendo console, well, it's a no-brainer, really. If you don't, well, it could be the right time to Switch. | Read review |
| The Jimquisition | Jim Sterling | 9 / 10 | 05-02-2017 | It's a damn fine remaster of a truly magnificent game. | Read review |
| The Outerhaven Productions | Tyler Kelbaugh | 4.5 / 5 stars | 05-07-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe makes the small changes needed to differentiate itself from its inferior Wii U version. It's a worthy purchase regardless of the time you've spent playing the same tracks on the Wii U, as the battle mode will keep you entertained for years to come. For any fan of local Mario Kart multiplayer, this is a no brainer. Still, I can't fully recommend buying it for online play until Nintendo resolves poor connectivity issues. | Read review |
| TheSixthAxis | Stefan L | 10 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | Mario Kart 8 was already a simply sublime kart racer on Wii U, but Nintendo have managed to make it just that little bit better. From the new and improved Battle Mode to tweaks that add more depth for veterans and more accessibility for novices, a great deal of thought and effort went into Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, beyond simply porting it to Switch. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe continues to be the best in the business, and now you can play it on the train. | Read review |
| ThisGenGaming | ThisGenGaming Reviews | 10 / 10 | 05-31-2017 | I'm just going to say it right now, Mario Kart 8: Deluxe is a 10/10 game. Does it have its issues? Of course but I don't believe any game is issue free but if a game can keep you entertained for this long, and will continue to do so for many more years to come then it's a 10/10 game in my opinion. If you have never played Mario Kart 8 before then please go out and buy a Switch if you don't own one already, and enjoy playing one of the best games of the last decade. | Read review |
| TrueGaming | عمر العمودي | 9 / 10 | 04-30-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe comes with massive amount of fun, content and premium visual fidelity. It is, no doubt, an essential purchase for Switch owners at the moment and it is the best Mario Kart Nintendo had released to date. | Read review |
| Twinfinite | Hayes Madsen | 4.5 / 5 stars | 05-01-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe may be based off of a three year old game, but it feels fresh on Nintendo's hybrid console. Being able to take the excellent experience on the go is a huge draw, and there's a decent amount of new content at the same time. | Read review |
| USgamer | Mike Williams | 5 / 5 stars | 04-20-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a victory lap for an amazing entry in the series. The only place Mario Kart 8 faltered was in its Battle Mode and Nintendo has rectified that here with a full-fledged version. 48 courses, 42 characters, 8 battle arenas, 5 battle modes, extensive multiplayer action, and the ability to take console Mario Kart with you wherever you go. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is absolutely worth the asking price. | Read review |
| VGChartz | Evan Norris | Recommended | 05-05-2017 | This Deluxe version retains everything that made the original so spectacular: opulent, verdant visuals; a jazzy, animated soundtrack; and anti-gravity mechanics that provide spatial freedom uncommon to the genre. It's Nintendo's best racer, made better. | Read review |
| VGN | Jacopo Mungai | 9.2 / 10 | 04-24-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the most complete and rich version ever made by Nintendo for its racing game, thanks to the new Battle Mode and the graphic upgrade from the Wii U edition. The new characters and the endless online multiplayer capabilities make it a must-buy for any owner of the brand new Nintendo Switch console. | Read review |
| viewport | Tristan Jung | 9 / 10 | 05-14-2017 | At its core, not much has changed in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe; it's still the same hectic, rage-inducing karting experience from four years ago. The new additions make the game easier to access to those on the casual side of the spectrum while keeping things fresh for experts. | Read review |
| Washington Post | Michael Thomsen | Recommended | 05-04-2017 | "Mario Kart 8 Deluxe" feels like the most complete game in the series, with 23 remade tracks from earlier games and 25 originals, yet the racing feels like it's been tamed by the mild courses and gentle drifting system. | Read review |
| Wccftech | Dave Aubrey | 8.8 / 10 | 04-20-2017 | Ultimately, this might just be the best version of the very best Kart racer there is. If you're a Mario Kart 8 veteran then I'm not sure how much here will draw you in, but new players and multiplayer fanatics will find dozens of hours of fun. | Read review |
| We Got This Covered | Jowi Meli | 4.5 / 5 stars | 04-20-2017 | Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's improved Battle Mode is bound to bring out some people's inner child in the best way (this author very much included). As for the rest of the racing action, the tight and polished multiplayer action is as good as it's ever been | Read review |
| WellPlayed | Ash Wayling | 10 / 10 | 05-28-2017 | In the world of digital kart racing, Mario is king | Read review |
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Game Description / Storyline:
Hit the road with the definitive version of Mario Kart 8 and play anytime, anywhere! Race your friends or battle them in a revised battle mode on new and returning battle courses. Play locally in up to 4-player multiplayer in 1080p while playing in TV Mode. Every track from the Wii U version, including DLC, makes a glorious return. Plus, the Inklings appear as all-new guest characters, along with returning favorites, such as King Boo, Dry Bones, and Bowser Jr.!
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- Nintendo
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- Nintendo
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- Sports, Racing
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- Mario Kart
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- Multiplayer, Single player, Split screen
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