Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Review – The Ultimate Party Racer on Nintendo Switch
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Review – The Ultimate Party Racer on Nintendo Switch
⭐ Gameplay: Fast, Smooth & Seriously Fun
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe keeps everything that made the series great and adds a polished, modern feel.
The controls are tight, drifting feels clean, and each race feels like a perfect blend of skill and chaos.
Highlights:
48+ beautifully designed tracks (with the Booster Course Pass adding even more)
42 characters to choose from, including classics like Mario, Luigi, and Bowser
200cc mode for players who want real speed
Smart Steering for beginners and kids
Local & online multiplayer that works flawlessly
Whether you're a casual player or a competitive racer, there’s a mode that fits your style.
🏁 Graphics & Performance
Even though the Switch isn’t the most powerful console, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe shines.
The graphics are colourful, crisp, and full of personality. Every course feels unique — from the neon vibes of Electro drome to the nostalgia-loaded Mario Circuit tracks.
Most importantly:
It runs at a buttery-smooth 60 FPS, even in multiplayer.
🎶 Sound & Music
Nintendo absolutely nailed the soundtrack.
Every track has its own music style, and the sound effects — drifting, item hits, Lakitu pulling you out of danger — all feel satisfying and iconic.
It’s one of those games where you catch yourself humming the music long after you stop playing.
🎉 Multiplayer: Best on Switch? Absolutely.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is easily one of the best party games on Nintendo Switch.
You can play:
4-player split-screen
Wireless local play
12-player online races
Battle Modes like Balloon Battle, Shine Thief, and Bob-omb Blast
If you want a game that gets everyone shouting, laughing, and trying to sabotage each other — this is the one.
🧩 Booster Course Pass – Worth It?
If you want even more content, the Booster Course Pass adds dozens of extra remastered tracks from older Mario Kart games, plus brand-new ones.
For long-term fans, it’s absolutely worth it.
It breathes new life into the game and makes Mario Kart 8 Deluxe feel fresh again.
📦 Is It Worth Buying in 2025?
Yes. Absolutely.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe remains the definitive racing game for the Switch. It’s easy to pick up, hard to master, and perfect for players of all ages.
If you own a Nintendo Switch, this should be one of the first games in your collection.
⭐ Gaming Giz Rating: 9.5 / 10
Perfect for families, friends, and competitive players
Loads of tracks and characters
Smooth gameplay and great visuals
Tons of replay value
The only downside?
You’ll lose friends over Blue Shells. But that’s all part of the fun.
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