Mario Kart Wii

April 10, 2008 Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.1 Nintendo
Racing
Wii
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Mario Kart Wii is a multiplayer-oriented racing game for the Wii, and the sixth main installment in the Mario Kart series. Mario Kart Wii retains the traditional item-based weaponry familiar with the franchise, where players can select a Mario franchise driver and themed vehicles. As with most racing games, the overarching goal is to place first among other competitors, through the usage of such items and taking the fastest routes to secure the leads. Several new key elements introduced to Mario Kart Wii include increasing the number of racers to 12 racers from 8 racers from previous entries in the series, as well as introducing a new type of vehicle to the franchise: bikes. The game takes advantage of features unique to the Wii, most notably its motion control capabilities. A Wii Wheel is included in most Mario Kart Wii packages, though the game is still compatible with other controllers. Game modes are also present such as the traditional Grand Prix, Versus, Battle, and Time Trial modes.
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            "id": 512994,
            "trusted": true,
            "url": "https://www.twitch.tv/directory/game/Mario%20Kart%20Wii",
            "type": 6
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    "developers": [
        "Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.1"
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    "publishers": [
        "Nintendo"
    ],
    "release_date_formatted": "April 10, 2008",
    "release_year": "2008",
    "rating_rounded": 79.9,
    "rating_percent": 80,
    "aggregated_rating_rounded": 71.3,
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}
Ratings & Metrics

User Score
71.3
Critic Score
75.6
Total Score
601
Reviews
Game Info

Release Date April 10, 2008
Developer Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.1
Publisher Nintendo
Game Modes Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen
Perspective Third person
Themes Action, Comedy, Party