Customer Ratings & Reviews

It's fun. Good tracks. Fun with other people. Lot's of characters to choose from.

Doesn’t quite have the old school vibe as the old Mario cards but if you like racing in weird zero gravity like maps then this is the game for you. Even though the game pretty much drives for you I can still beat my kid. 3 decades later, I still got it

You can't have a Nintendo console, exactly one so portable, without Mario Kart. I really like the Switch version of this game from the Wii U. The controls have been updated for the joy cons to make it super easy for young children to play. You can enable features that allow them to play without having to push any buttons and only need one joy com per person.

A lot of fun. More racing tracks plus bonus characters you don't need to buy

Bought this as a family friendly game to play on family game nights. Absolutely love it! The kids enjoy it and it is easy enough for everyone to play (as I had expected). Plenty of new additions to the MARIO Kart line which makes it exciting to find and use all the new features and drivers included in the game from previous versions.

This is the newest version of the classic Mario Kart series, redone for the switch. It's a great game as always, and my kids absolutely LOVE to play it (not gonna lie--I like to play it too, though they're better than me at it haha). If you've played 7 you've pretty much played this. So far as I can tell the difference is that there are some characters and races unlocked that weren't unlocked in previous versions. If you've never played you're in for a treat. This is a fun, fast, really cute racing game that is super kid-friendly, but is challenging enough for adults. My kids have never had a problem with the controls on other systems, and I'm happy to report it's easy to control on the switch as well. The designs of the tracks are well-themed, and choosing your car and racer is just a small part of what can be a pretty intricate game. The controls are simple enough that my 6-year-old has no problem with them. The tracks are fun to play and each presents it's own unique challenges. The graphics are great--everything is bright and fun. It's easy to make out what's going on at any given time, and the game itself is a lot of fun to watch! This is a fun, very family-friendly game that kids of all ages will enjoy! Now hopefully it won't be too long before Mario Kart 9 comes out...

I loved this game on the Wii U so I decided to pick it up for my Switch and it's even better. It comes with all of previously released DLC and a couple changes to the gameplay like being able to hold 2 items, smart steering which makes it harder to fall off and auto accelerate which makes the vehicle accelerate automatically, these are great for beginners and kids.

The game is great with friends I love playing it with others right next to me. Other than that, I agree with some of the other reviews that this game could use some major improvements. They have relegated the extra power ups so that you only get them if you are in certain positions. So if you are in first you never get shells or invincibility stars or anything like that. So, holding onto the first position puts you at a disadvantage? I would think everyone behind you gunning for your spot was enough of a disadvantage. Really, this does not affect the person in front as much as much as you would expect though because those behind him are now in a firing range where everyone has weapons and are busy slowing each other down. So, if you manage to get out front with a bit of headway its usually pretty easy to win otherwise if your stuck with the masses it can get pretty difficult. I would prefer a fully random draw of power ups. For the more battle royal missions they have added cheap gimmick spots into the maps such as one where there is a ramp onto the walls that players can just stop on top of and take a rest and others cant acually reach those players without going out of their ways to aim just for them.

We bought this mostly because there weren't that many games for the Switch and wanted to have something for the kids to play. The new modes, minor changes to game (2 items, auto driving features), and new characters really add a lot more than we expected to the enjoyment. Just as fast paced, just as fun - a must buy for the Switch even if you feel you've had your fill on the Wii U.

Mario Kart 8 was already among the best Mario Kart games ever with its original release on the Wii U. This enhanced Switch port has all DLC characters and tracks unlocked from the start, as well as additional characters and a completely revamped Battle Mode. If you are a Mario Kart fan, or even just a fan of arcade-style racing, you owe it to yourself to buy this game.

Mario kart has always been a crazy fun game. My girlfriend and I enjoy playing together, though it does feel difficult at times. I am using a joy con so that could be why, but in the older games I never had a hard time being first in every race, now I’m like 4th or 5th haha. All in all it’s a lot of fun.

Mario Kart 8 is less of a racing game and more of a chaotic family reunion where everyone brings banana peels and red shells instead of potato salad. One moment you’re gracefully drifting around corners like a professional racer, and the next—BOOM—a blue shell drops out of nowhere and reminds you that life is cruel, and Mario is laughing at your pain. The graphics? Beautiful. The tracks? Insanely creative. The friendships? Non-existent, because nothing says “love you, bro” like hitting your buddy with three green shells and then waving as you cross the finish line. This game has taught me two things: 1. Never trust someone holding a lightning bolt. 2. Luigi’s death stare is the scariest thing in gaming history. 10/10 would rage quit again.

It's Mario Kart. The same old Mario Kart. Race Nintendo characters in go carts or motorcycles. Throw items. Get wasted by a Blue Shell before you reach the finish line and end up in 6th. But dang is it ever fun... Playing with others and sharing the joy cons is a treat. It's awesome that you can play with anyone anywhere. And playing on the small screen is not a problem.

This is a great game for the Nintendo Switch. The new smart steering mode lets the less skilled players compete with the experts in your house. If you've played mario cart before, you know how fun it is. If this is your first go, you are in for a treat. Battle mode lets you take on others by collecting items which keeps the game interesting when you get tired of racing.

Mario kart has always been great, but other than 7 and the game boy version, it was all on console, and wasn't handheld. When it was on console it had great graphics, but wasn't portable. When it was on handheld before 8 deluxe, it was portable, but poor graphics. With this version you get the best of both worlds! A portable, visually stunning, experience of Mario kart. Perfect.

I recently bought a Switch and had been wanting to get this game as one of the first games for my Switch. Once I saw it on sale, I grabbed it up and play it weekly! I haven’t started multiplayer but I have enjoyed getting used to the tracks. If you have or are thinking of getting a Switch, add this to your list.

Great game. Not the best at it but overall goo game for the family and friends

Terrific game! Love this game on the 64 when my kids are small and you can play it with them when they’re all grown

It’s a fun game and has many characters. Great for new beginners.

Great game and a good game to have fun with friends and family