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Would a New Mario Kart Have Been Better Than the Expansion Pack?

by
yoshi8

As the days roll by and we finally come into March, we wait impatiently for the expansion pack to release for the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, as announced in the latest Nintendo Direct held on the 9th of February 2022. Even though we have covered the Nintendo Direct in detail (You can read it here if you want), fans of the game were surprised that a new Mario Kart wasn’t announced instead. Some were happy to see 8 Deluxe remain and added on to however, most were a tad bit disappointed that Nintendo didn’t inject new life into the franchise by announcing a new game. The expansion comes on Nintendo’s online service called the Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion pack and can be played on it for free if you have paid for the subscription that came out last year. Fans have debated all these technicalities since the news broke out, but our question is, wouldn’t it have been better if a new game had come out? Or is the expansion a great way to expand the life of one of the most famous Nintendo Switch games right now? A game that has sold 43.35 million copies till date. Could the company be waiting to drop the new Mario Kart edition only when it upgrades the Nintendo Switch hardware? Or is it just a way to increase the number of subscriptions to their online service, which hasn’t been the best? Either way, it leaves us wondering what the future of Mario Kart and the Nintendo Switch looks like considering the 48-track DLC drop has been confirmed to last till 2023. Will the Switch also not get an update till then? Seems unlikely. What are your thoughts on this? Do you prefer the expansion pack and Nintendo’s online service, or would you rather have had a new Mario Kart game?

Best Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Track

by
toad4

The popularity of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe and its other predecessors on all of Nintendo’s gaming platforms is hardly surprising, given that the Mario franchise is one of Nintendo’s most famous brand names. Becoming a household name due to its many games has meant that debates regarding the different elements and features of the game are heated and interesting, to say the least! So, this week, we thought we’d take a look at all the different tracks that Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has and which one is the best or is the ‘fan favorite’ so to speak. With lots of DLC coming to the game this very month, on the 18th in fact, that promises a bunch of new tracks which will continue to drop till 2023, we thought this would be a fitting activity. Players have found numerous tracks on the game immersive and exciting, some put it down to difficulty, others to the track’s graphical design and animation, some even choose a favorite based on the particular background music that it has. Whatever the choice, there are clearly some tracks that stand out over others that players love to play. Hyrule Circuit, Animal Crossing, Bowser’s Castle, and Mount Wario are coveted fan favorites that most Mario Kart 8 Deluxe players and fans of the franchise have greatly enjoyed. Most fans, however, chose the N64 version of Rainbow Road as their ultimate favorite track on the game. Which Mario Kart 8 Deluxe track is your favorite? We’d love to hear why!

Best Mario Kart Accessory Combinations

by
larry5

We’re back with some more Mario Kart content, and this Monday’s post is dedicated to all things accessories. That’s right, wheels, gliders, and karts! Plus, if there’s something that you guys are missing out on by not choosing the proper kart customization. Kart combinations, characters, wheels and gliders all have a certain level of personal preference that comes into play when the selection is made, but what do avid gamers and Mario Kart players say when it comes to these choices? Some go for aesthetics, speed, handling or traction, and some don’t really care about these choices. The question is, should you care about them? Do they make a difference when you race? According to our research, there is some truth behind choosing the right combinations of kart, wheels and gliders. A combination of Donkey Kong: B Dasher Kart, Triforce Tires & Super Glider is a popular choice amongst some fans, who think it provides them with the right speed, balance, and traction. At the same time, others swear by Dry Bowser: B Dasher Kart, Metal Tires & Gold Glider to get their character to victory. Another popular choice is Wario, Bowser, or Morton with the Blue Falcon, Sneeker, or Prancer and Slick or Cyber Slick wheels. Lastly, even with the best kart optimizations, practice really does make a difference. So, if you choose a good combination from this article, make sure you play with it a few times to get your bearings right so that when you play against friends, you’re ready to go. What combinations do you use when you customize your Mario Kart? Please share with us your winning combination. We’d love to hear it!

Best Kart in Mario Kart 8

by
waluigi2

As we build our content on this Mario Kart website, we’ve spoken so far about the history of the game and which character is the best, but today we’ll shift our focus to the heart of the game: the karts. Is there a certain advantage to using one kart over another? Or is that all nonsense and good players can win with any kart? Let’s take a look! This is a particular topic that gamers have been debating since the first Mario Kart came out and many speculations about which kart can unleash the best and most unbeatable win streaks. This is unique to your style of racing in Mario Kart and probably based on what has worked for you personally in the past, but there can be some advantages according to experts and avid gamers that you can learn to incorporate into your own races to see some difference in your willing percentages. The first thing that our research pointed out was there certainly are some karts and bikes that provide some sort of competitive advantage, these are Flame Rider, Yoshi Bike and City Tripper, Pipe Frame, Cat Cruiser and Comet. Do you think the Karts make a difference? Or are you certain you would still win if handed a random Mario Kart to race in? Leave your thoughts in the comments below!

The Best Mario Kart Character?

by
tmario5

Mario Kart has been around for a while now and with more DLC making its way to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, it seems to have given the game a new lease on life. With fans expecting over 48 new tracks to race on, the game’s popularity is at an all-time high, with many new players also making their way to the racetrack because of the said expansion. However, if you’ve been following and playing Mario Kart since its SNES days back in 1992, then you have also probably been asked the penultimate question of which character is the best to race with. Whether it’s Wario, Mario, Luigi, Bowser or any of the other 36 current characters, this question has always been a rather difficult one to answer. Now, in this generation of Mario Kart, it’s even more of a dilemma due to all the other various customization options that one has to make to ensure their Kart is the best. Whether it’s the kart options that help to answer this question or your personal preference of which character you like or has brought you the most luck, the question always seems entirely objective. For this writer though, who has always played with Wario and one many a time, I feel like it’s Mario’s archrival that takes the cake. Or the trophy. Which player do you think is the best player in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe? Is it a personal favorite or do you have some reasoning for picking that particular character?

The Beginning of Mario Kart

by
inkling9

Mario is one of the most recognizable Nintendo characters of all time. Maybe, a toss-up between Mario and Pokémon, in my opinion, for the most famous gaming franchise from the Japanese gaming tycoons. Being so famous and having global appeal has meant that we’ve been blessed with many Mario content: games, merchandise, and now even an upcoming movie! While we wait for that to come out, we can still reminisce about the good ol’ days when the original Super Mario Kart came out. It truly is a game that stands out whenever all Mario games are discussed. The popularity of the game can never be overstated and is unmatched. Even though all Mario fans have loved every version of the racing game that has graced our screens, handheld and on TV, the first one was genuinely iconic and still holds a special place in the hearts of many gamers, retro and new. Super Mario Kart started a beautiful era that spurned many a remake. The original Mario Kart game, Super Mario Kart, was published in 1992 for the SNES. Other than Mario Kart Tour, it is the only game in which Donkey Kong Jr. is a playable character, yet it is the only game in which Donkey Kong and Wario (not yet developed) do not appear. The pixelated graphics and the simple sounds really hit a note of nostalgia unlike any other. Do you remember playing the OG Mario Kart? How old were you when it came out?

Certain Site Issues Fixed

by
drybones3

We’ve heard there were issues happening on the website and have fixed some of the problems. I have also gotten reports of images and parts of the website appearing differently in other resolutions and have fixed the problems. Please continue to let us know if there are other issues with the website through our contact form. Our site is still fairly new, and the current template may change in the coming months due to some of the problems that were found.

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe DLC Details

by
luigi7

If you’re a Nintendo fan, then chances are you were tuned into the Nintendo Direct that took place a few days ago. One of the most anticipated games that people thought Nintendo would unveil was the new Mario Kart 9. Since this blog will be looking at Mario Kart exclusively, that’s what we’ll be discussing today! While many speculated that this Direct would announce a new Mario Kart 9 video game, Nintendo had other plans. According to the Direct and what seems like Nintendo’s new strategy to promote its Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership and game DLC, we’re getting as many as 48 new tracks in Mario Kart 8 rather than a new Mario Kart 9. We know so far that these new tracks will be released in waves of 8 tracks and will be dropped now and then from March 2022 till the end of 2023. Could this possibly receive as much hype as the Smash Bros Ultimate DLC used to each time a new character was supposed to be released? Only time will tell. We also know that players and fans will have an option to either buy these for $24.99 or for free if they have a Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership. The people spending $24.99 on it will have access to all the waves that release, which will be a one-time cost. If you’re curious about which eight courses will make up the first wave, we have the exclusive loot for you all to feast your eyes on! You can look forward to these courses from the previous Mario games and history, available on March 18th, 2022: Golden Dash Cup Paris Promenade (Mario Kart Tour) Toad Circuit (Mario Kart 7) Choco Mountain (Mario Kart 64) Coconut Hall (Mario Kart Wii) Lucky Cat Cup Tokyo Blur (Mario Kart Tour) Shroom Ridge (Mario Kart DS) Sky Garden (Mario Kart Super Circuit) Ninja Hideaway (Mario Kart Tour) Are you excited for this DLC drop? Or would you rather have had Mario Kart 9? We’d love to know!

Events Update

by
isabelle3

In celebration of the Booster Course Pass DLC that is coming out on March 18th, there will be a tournament on March 20th at 1 PM EST. This tournament will not be streamed, but instead will be held in our chat room on MarioKarters. There will also be a prize for this tournament which will be one $60 game on any platform! The limit will be 22 racers so please sign up early if you intend on joining! UPDATE: The rules were changed to 11 racers.

Welcome To Mario Karting!

by
shyguy1

Hello and welcome to the grand opening of Mario Karting! We’re a new fansite that will be dedicated to bringing you the latest news in Mario Kart! As you may have heard, there will be more DLC coming to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe in waves for the next two years and we will be here to cover all the latest courses for the game! There will be a post detailing yesterday’s updates soon. We will also have events & tournaments from time to time so keep your eyes peeled! I would also like to take the time to thank everyone who had a helping hand in making this website a reality. There’s alot of names to list and I do not want to leave anyone out so thank you so much! Enjoy your stay!