Customer Ratings & Reviews

If you own a Switch, you need to own this game. Seriously, even if you owned MK8 on the Wii U, it's still worth picking this up. All DLC in one package, slightly improved graphics, it's not very demanding on the Switch hardware (so the battery lasts longer playing this than with Zelda), improved battle mode, and you can play it on the go! What more could you ask? Well...I guess you could always ask for more...but that just goes without saying.

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

Great game! Good for any age. My different circuits and lots of fun

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a masterpiece of fun, combining exhilarating racing with iconic Nintendo characters and vibrant tracks. The game offers a variety of modes, from Grand Prix to Battle, ensuring endless entertainment for solo or multiplayer gaming sessions. The graphics are stunning, and the controls are tight, making every race a thrilling experience. With a wide selection of characters, vehicles, and tracks, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe offers endless replay value. Whether you're a veteran racer or a newcomer to the franchise, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a must-have for any Nintendo Switch owner.

The wife and I love playing this together. I wasn't so sure if I'd be into it, since I haven't played a Mario Kart game in long time. How wrong I was. Everything in this game is just fun and colorful and beautiful to look at. The mechanics are super simple so anyone can pick up and play. The best part is you don't even need to buy an extra controller to play this, as the game works with just half a joy con as a controller.

I owned this game for WiiU prior purchasing the Switch version. The Deluxe version comes with a lot of extra neat features that make it so much fun. The added portability of being able to play Mario Kart on the go, especially split screen with friends makes this a no brainer. Battle mode and Cops and Robbers adds new game modes and now that the DLC is included in the base game, online players are not split apart based on what DLC they own.

Very fun game. Has a setting where your driver can't fall off the edges as well as a setting to automatically accelerate which is perfect for the casual player or the smaller kids. So many tracks and characters and ways to play. Battle mode is addicting especially online against other real people.

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.

If you were never able to play Mario Kart 8 on Wii U (and I wouldn't blame you if you didn't) this is the definitive version of the game and an overall better version. You get the battle mode you want and expect as well as new characters to play as. Add to this the portability of the Switch and it's better than any Mario Kart to come before it. If you own a Switch and have any love for Mario Kart you owe it to yourself to own this game.

Great game kids love it. We enjoy playing it as a family and the graphics are great too

We are first time gamers and didn’t want violence games so we chose the Mario Kart. My 11-year old girls are loving every Second of this game. I myself joined them for a round or two and found the game to be fun and exciting! Crisp clear images, twisty routes and multi-player capability makes this game a must have! A bit pricey but then it’s a Nintendo game so no surprises there.

Great game my wife loves playing all the stages. Most fun playing with others. Will recommend for family fun. Got this game at a discount for Black Friday buy it when it’s on sales in my opinion not a $60 game should be $30 because it came out when the switch did few years back.

My children love the game. I was a little skeptical since I'm not familiar with games.

This game is great for everyone. Lots of characters to choose and lots of tracks and vehicles.

Very fun game Eazy to play Can play two players 5 stars

There are enough upgrades here (including the ability to take it with you wherever you go) to make it worth a second look even if you own the Wii U version. And for those who never played MK8, it's an absolute must buy. The best racing the series has ever seen, tons of characters and tracks, revamped battle modes, two items at once, new modes for beginners to join in the fun, and more. Most fun I've had on the Switch after Zelda.

Mario Kart isn't feeding you a big story; it's not breaking new ground on the Internet with multiplayer; it's not the best racing game. It's just the easiest game to pick up, have fun, with a room full of people. It's easy to learn, tough to master, with various karts, wheels, gliders - all of which affect kart stats, as does rider weight - throwing shells, dropping bananas, shooting lightning bolts. And it's crazy crazy fun.

Really fun game for family and friends! Or even playing solo online is fun, but beware it’s a lot harder playing online. You will struggle at first but along the way it’ll get a lot easier ! And will have fun with the kids! I rate the game 9/10 overall, it’s really fun, a lot of courses, maps, characters, customization etc.

I have put off getting this game because I didn't see it as a big enough upgrade from Mario Kart 8 on the Wii U. Well there are some subtile upgrades within the game that keep things interesting. The biggest positive you will notice is the improved graphics detail you get since this is a title for the Nintendo Switch. I think this game is overpriced but it is one that we will have and play with the family for years.

For those who loved MK on the Wii you will love this and see a huge upgrade. The new courses are great, the computer is much more challenging now and it's even more fun for kids because going off the road is a lot harder in this version. The graphics are awesome and design is top notch. I haven't done the online multiplayer so can't comment there.