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TAG Heuer Teams Up Again For Their 2 New Watch Series

May 31, 2025October 19, 2022 by Doli Yolanda

A large part of the function of the TAG Heuer Connected x Super Mario watch is to unify the activities and movements of the user. Uniquely, users can interact with Super Mario characters displayed on the dial. Priced at around $2,150, the TAG Heuer Connected x Super Mario quickly sold out in the market. Reportedly, all pre-ordered units sold out in less than 10 minutes! “We are excited to reveal two new series from of our collaboration with Nintendo. The spirit of TAG Heuer’s Formula 1 collection is the perfect match for the limited edition Mario Kart mechanic, thanks to its modern and fun personality, driven by speed and friendly competition. Both watches are designed for lovers of fine watchmaking who keep their outlook on life fresh and fun,” said Frédéric Arnault, CEO of TAG Heuer.As a result, the price of this watch itself rose to $6,000 which is three times the official price. The Second Brand Follow-Up Project Recently, TAG Heuer once again teamed up with Nintendo to create a video game-themed watch for the Mario Kart series. Unlike previous projects that combined elements of a classic clock with a digital clock, for these two Mario Kart references, TAG Heuer presents a very different look from analog watches. TAG Heuer Formula 1 x Mario Kart Chronograph The first collection of this brand is a chronograph watch which is only available in as many as 3,000 units. The case is made of 44mm diameter stainless steel and features a Mario character silhouette on the back. Another detail that is similar to the collaboration between the watchmaker and the video game series is again seen in the black ceramic bezel that bears the white “Mario Kart” logo. There are three subdials on the face that are placed at the 6 o’clock position, 9 o’clock, and 12 o’clock respectively. One subdial is at 9 o’clock in the Mario character section of the racer. The date window at 3 o’clock displays classic items in Mario Kart, including bananas and Bullet Bill. Both items serve as a substitute for date numbers. The set price for this TAG Heuer Formula 1 x Mario Kart Chronograph is $4,300. TAG Heuer Formula 1 x Mario Kart Chronograph Tourbillon Next is a watch equipped with a chronograph function and a tourbillon mechanism, which TAG Heuer produces far fewer, with only 250 units.This timepiece has a 45-millimeter case made of grade 5 titanium, and sapphire crystal glass on the back case engraved with the words “Mario Kart”. Through the crystal glass, users can see the movement of the clock which shows three silhouettes of characters from the video game.The tourbillon movement at the 6 o’clock position displays Mario and two power-up items in the game, Spiny Shell and Bullet Bill. The listed price for this TAG Heuer Formula 1 x Mario Kart Chronograph Tourbillon series is $25,600. Both watches come with black cowhide straps sewn in red thread on the edges, as well as strap locking clasps featuring the Mario “M” symbol. Buyers of this watch will get a black watch case and a series travel pouch.

Mario Kart Finally Makes Battle Mode Available Again!

May 31, 2025October 5, 2022 by Doli Yolanda

Mario Kart Tour recently updated their game to version 3.0.0 by bringing back Battle Mode on October 4, 2022. The game, which has just celebrated its third anniversary, can be downloaded via the App Store and Google Play Store. Mario Kart Tour itself is a mobile companion to Mario Kart, which has proven to be one of the most popular games on iOS and Android allowing fans to race on the move.Mario Kart Tour has surpassed more than 200 million downloads and $200 million players since the game was released in 2019. The dynamic racing game series, featuring familiar characters, and cool course designs, make it very interesting. Although the game seems easy to play, the developer always makes sure to include features that make players addicted to it. Mario Kart Tour Adds Battle Mode Battle Mode is a multiplayer game from the Mario Kart series such as Grand Prix and VS Mode. As opposed to the usual racing mode, this mode involves driving karts while throwing objects at other players to earn points. The arrival of the Mario Kart Tour battle itself comes with battle arenas. The Cookie Land GCN map is coming and will definitely reopen the Gamecube era. Meanwhile, the SNES Battle Course will display green, yellow, blue, and red courses. In addition to eliminating features that are felt to make the game unbalanced, Mario Kart Tour developers also provide additional features for this game. Later, there will be several Battle Modes that will appear in Mario Kart and each mode will focus on a different goal other than being the first in the race. One of the available modes is Balloon Battle, where players must use items to pop three balloons that are above the heads of other players or above the heads of NPCs. Players can take advantage of various unique items such as shells, banana peels, bombs, and so on to paralyze players. The player who is able to lead the team or the player who still has balloons will be the winner.

Mario Kart Just Turned 30! How Cool is That?

May 31, 2025September 1, 2022 by Doli Yolanda

Mario Kart was officially released on August 27, 1992. Created by Shigeru Miyamoto, now this game is available on various consoles, from Super Nintendo, Game Boy Advance, Gamecube, Nintendo Wii, Nintendo 3DS, Wii U, Nintendo Switch, to Android iOS. This game has a pretty unique cover, with Mario as the mascot, his brothers, friends, and enemies on go-karts wrapped in pseudo-3D tracks in Mario’s world. In this game, each kart is given a choice of various weapons, ranging from turtle shells, sparks, to bananas. They are part of the Mario Kart experience, which was once considered a ridiculous and fun feature. The game is gaining commercial market speed very quickly, with multiplayer features and battles available for the four controller ports. Nintendo has continued to evolve its series over three decades and 14 games, offering different vehicles, copilots, handheld versions, and various tracks. Tokyo Arcade and the Shell of the Floating Tortoise. Mario Kart Arcade GP DX is the third edition of Mario Kart in collaboration with Bandai Namco, which includes Pac-Man and other third-party characters. Many people are also new to the excitement of playing Mario Kart from the original Super Mario Kart game with Battle Mode. Even old fans can play in this mode for years because of the experience and fun in it. Although the Grand Prix mode is no less interesting, where players will pop each other`s balloons with red shells and banana peels. The difference is in Battle Mode, players will compete to get as many weapons as possible, especially to get red shells. This mode is not only about the ability to race, but also strategy. Because this mode is so random, it’s actually its biggest attraction. Battle Mode provides a gaming experience for those of you who really want to have fun with friends, even more so with the fact that Nintendo already has royal-style games like Tetris 99 and Super Mario Bros. There’s Something Unique About Rainbow Road There are already many tracks that have graced Mario Kart’s 30-year career. But one track stands out more than the others, and that is Rainbow Road. If other tracks -such as Wario Stadium, Baby Park, or Koopa Troopa Beach, are more pure gameplay; then Rainbow Road gives a different vibe. When Nintendo re-created Rainbow Road for Mario Kart 64, the track evolved beyond just a race; it is a celebration. The added elevation and reduced gravity make it feel as if players are floating down a rollercoaster while enjoying a woodwind soundtrack mixed with the synth guitar. It might take a new generation to make Mario Kart games can evolve again into something new. A change in which designers worked to break through various hardware limitations and issues thus further developing this legendary racing game.

Is Getting Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Course and Booster Ticket Worth It?

May 31, 2025August 23, 2022 by Doli Yolanda

Mario Kart 8 was released in 2014 on the Wii U console which was then re-released for Nintendo Switch a few years later through various updates to get a much larger audience. This game filled with car racing fun can be enjoyed by all ages and can be played with friends or family, or multiplayer against an online community. Not only is it easy to play, but you can also choose how to play through various control options you want such as adding Wheel Racing if you want. Once you know how to play Mario Kart 8, you’ll be surprised at what it has to offer. Not only does it offer courses that are easy to memorize and complex to enjoy, you can also play various classic characters from Nintendo such as Wario, Toadette, Yoshi, Rosalina, 7 Koopalings, Inklings, and even Animal Crossings villager. You can also play as Mii which can be customized by scanning the available amiibo numbers. The gameplay offered is also very good as you and your opponent race to the finish line while racing cars and utilizing items to improve and defeat your opponents. No matter how skilled you are, anything can happen here which makes every race interesting and every win even more exciting. Overall, it’s kart racing that everyone is sure to love. Differences between Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and the Original Wii U version At first glance, there may not be much of a striking difference between these two versions before trying it. But actually having Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is worth having, especially when coupled with the already available Booster Course Pass.In Mario Kart8 Deluxe, it includes all the DLC from the Wii U version of the game that may be relatively new to those who are new to it and the Battle mode has also been remade to take advantage of real arenas as well as fun modes such as Bob-omb Blast, Balloon Battle, and Shining Thief. In terms of gameplay, you can carry 2 items at once with 2 reintroduced power-ups (Feather and Boo) and there are accessibility options for players who may struggle with controls. Performance-wise, you’ll see more detailed and smoother visuals with fast load times. The only drawback of this game is that there is no Miiverse anymore. Is it worth buying a Booster Course Pass? In early 2022, Nintendo introduced the Booster Course Pass which can be purchased or accessed by subscribing to the Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Plan. Having this pass will unlock additional courses and Grand Prix tournaments which will be released in stages. Each wave includes 2 cup tournaments with 4 new specials and there will be 6 more waves to come to reach an additional 48 courses. Most of these courses come from previous games in the series. So for those of you who have played Mario Kart for a long time, you will look back on some old memories from the previous series. That way, there will be new courses and many new Mario Kart Tour games will be coming.

Tips For Choosing the Best Kart in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

May 31, 2025August 9, 2022 by Doli Yolanda

In Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, the kart is the most important part of determining the final outcome of the race. As with your choice with Mario Kart 8 Deluxe character, choosing the kart you want to race is also a matter of choice. However, it doesn’t stop there. You are faced with a big decision, namely the decision of whether you want to choose a kart that will be paired with the character’s strength to increase its status higher or you want to use it to balance the character’s weakness. Each kart has its own status, such as different speeds, acceleration, weight, handling, grip, and mini-turbo. So to choose the best kart in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, there are many things you should pay attention to. The details of this level may be quite surprising because, from the outside, this game is like a racing game and wins in general. Best Combinations in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe As previously mentioned, playing this game is not just a matter of which kart is the best. You also need to consider the weight of the character that is being used and what the strengths and weaknesses of the character are. For the glider itself, it doesn’t have a big impact on the performance of the race later. Then parachutes, paper, and flowers are the recommended options to choose from. As for the best combination in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, it is recommended to choose a kart with heavy wheels. Of course, there will be a speed penalty, but when combined with Donkey Kong, Bowser, or Morton, it will provide perfect handling and traction. Towing the Pipeframe, Biddybuggy, or Streetle is the perfect choice for karts where acceleration and speed lose too much traction and grip. There are twenty-two types of tires to choose from today. With the previous arrangement, then roller or leaf tires are the recommended tire choices. They are a great option for increasing higher acceleration as well as improving handling, which will make up for the shortcomings of the selected kart’s character flaws. What Are the Things That Can Improve Kart Performance in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe? In plain language, boosting (mini-turbo) is the answer. Racing in Mario Kart isn’t always about speed, but that kind of help. Because there are different options for improving performance in the game, which, if used properly, can give you an advantage over other players.First, there is the original line boost. From the offset, you can use the boost from the word go. To do this, you press and hold the accelerator when the number two appears at the origin of the countdown. If successful, then you will be faster than other opponents. If you don’t do it correctly, you will stall and it might make you a little behind your opponent. There is also a drift boost. To do this, hold down the R button while driving with the analog stick and release it by releasing the R button to leave your opponent behind. The mini-turbo has three levels: mini-turbo, super mini-turbo, and ultra mini-turbo, all of which depend on how well you perform with it. Then there is also a jump boost. When finding a ramp or bump in the path, players can also press the R button to attack higher which will give them an extra boost. And if you want, you can take advantage of the slipstream by positioning yourself behind other players long enough to get a boost from the air that forms behind them. Although not a big boost, this is something that you can use to support your rate with your kart.OK, that’s all we’ve got for the best karts in this Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. As has been mentioned many times before, the choice of character will also present its own strengths and weaknesses in character performance and is one of the most important things in the Nintendo Switch game.

Rumor: Mario Kart Tour Will Be Available on PC

May 31, 2025July 11, 2022 by Doli Yolanda

Nintendo is one of the most well-known developers who are still active with the Mario Kart Tour game. Of the current issues, the one that stands out the most is that Mario Kart Tour is currently in testing for the PC version. Nintendo usually has a tough situation when it comes to exporting games to different devices. Mario Kart Tour is a game that has tracks based on real-world locations and has a large fan base. It has supported many players who don’t have consoles to play this famous racing game using their mobile devices. A growing rumor about Mario Kart Within the developer, many fans of the game and information gleaned from various sites found that the game’s new “mouse support” feature was added as an alternative input in that Mario Kart Tour was making its way to PC. Some people think this is just an experiment for development purposes only. Because this year, Google will launch the Google Play Games application for PC, it’s no wonder that all existing Android games can be played using high-performance emulation. This will be a big project where the game will be structured in such a way that it produces a high-quality game that is different from other games in the lower middle market. Does this mean Mario Kart Tour can definitely be played on PC? Until now there has been no official confirmation, but Mario Kart Tour will be a perfect game as one of the applications on Google Play Games for PC. Given the changes Nintendo has made in recent years to announce its title on PC, there’s a lot of potential to be expected from this project and a lot of streamers will be eagerly waiting for the game to come out. Although it may happen, it will not happen in the near future. However, Nintendo has repeatedly added that they are always trying to increase engagement by connecting a wider audience using Nintendo IP via mobile. With the Mario Kart Tour series on the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Course Pass, there have been no changes to strategy and it’s only natural that they would develop this game to play on PC. In addition, the range of mobile games from this platform is also ready to be released on PC. One of the most awaited ones is Pokemon Unite, where it is already available on Nintendo Switch as well as free-to-play mobile devices. Then also Fire Emblem Heroes entered the headlines in 2022 for Nintendo’s mobile games division with a total income of up to $1 billion. Even though Nintendo is notoriously successful with their games being exclusive to their own consoles, it seems the platform doesn’t see any need for them to migrate from console to PC for these games.

Recap: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Comes With a Plot Twist

May 31, 2025July 4, 2022 by Doli Yolanda

Mario Kart Tour was released on mobile devices in 2019, and has seen a steady stream of updates ever since. The game continues to add new drivers, new karts, and new track mixes, as well as returns covering the history of the Mario Kart series.This kart racing game featuring Nintendo’s mainstay characters has reached its eighth series and has been updated with the title Mario Kart 8 Deluxe which has just launched on Nintendo Switch. The presence of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe seems to be a refresher in the Switch game line, besides The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild of course. As such, the game has become the ultimate celebration of all things Mario, and it’s easy to see why the game continues to find new players, while some of Nintendo’s other mobile endeavors have struggled. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Booster Pass On the other hand, in February, Nintendo just announced a Booster Pass for Switch games, which will add a few more from previous Mario Kart games, including Mario Kart Tour. As such, the Booster Pass will give console players their first chance to play tracks like Ninja Hideaway, Tokyo Blur, and Paris Promenade, all of which will debut in the game next month. Mario Kart Tour is currently available on iOS and Android devices.The game that will get multiple maps is Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. They brought a DLC that would bring old maps to play in the game.To get this DLC, gamers are required to buy the DLC which will arrive on March 18th. Engadget (10/2) reports several legendary maps, such as Coconut Mall from Mario Kart Wii, Choco Mountain from Mario Kart 6.4, and Tokyo Blue from Mario Kart Tour, and five other versions of the classic course are confirmed. On the other hand, they will add another eight circuits in six waves. The total circuit to be added is about 48 maps, which will be completed by the end of 2023. Meanwhile, Nintendo Switch Online Expansion Pack subscribers will get access to the remastered course at no additional cost. Of course, this is not a bad offer. Hit the Shortcut Racing in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe doesn’t just stick to the main track. You can take advantage of the shortcuts provided. To be able to pass this shortcut, you must be quite observant in finding and taking advantage of opportunities.It doesn’t guarantee you win either, but at least passing a shortcut can cut your time for a while. One of the perfect shortcuts is the last corner on the Cloudtrop Cruise track.