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The definitive version of Mario Kart 8 hits the Switch with new characters, all the tracks (including the DLC) and a host of new battle modes (including returning classics) that up to four players can enjoy locally. Race or battle your friends and relive the excitement at home or on the go.

05/02/2018 (0 of 0 found this helpful)

It May Not Be New, But It's Still A Great Game

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe takes all the features from the original Mario Kart 8 on WiiU, adds the DLC and a new battle mode to make it the definitive version of Mario Kart 8 to own.

First off I'm going to say that if you own and enjoy the WiiU version of Mario Kart 8 you may not need to get this game, especially if you bought the DLC. Minus a new battle mode, these games are practically identical. The one big change is that you can hold two items instead of one. This is helpful and goes back to Mario Kart's roots. If you love online multiplayer and a battle mode that was in previous games like Mario Kart 64 and Mario Kart: Double Dash than perhaps it's worth the money.

For those who are wondering what the new battle mode is like, I'll explain. It's arena based, much like older Mario K...

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