Mario Kart 8 (Nintendo Wii U)

Great family game

Its as good as previous versions, with added bonus of anti gravity races, amiibo characters unlock racer costumes and new racer characters from other games, e.g. Ludwig and Rosalina. Buy it at a bargain price though, as RRP a little high for the game.

Arrived quickly and safely, thank you. A very popular present....for all MarioKart fans, they wont be disappointed....

it was in excellent condition and a perfect gift

Best Mario Kart Ive played! Worht ir!

My son absolutely loves this game. Definitely recommend. Just wish the games would come down in price

Arrived promptly the next day. Well packaged as always. Game itself is glorious graphically and although it will be very familiar to anyone whos played previous versions Im also finding this one more off a challenge when it comes to getting the perfect top score at the 150cc and reverse levels. More playable characters makes a nice change, new items and a much faster pickup from Lakitu all add to the style of the game. Takes elements of previous games such as multiple routes and carts that adapt to underwater, plus the new parts of MK7 (coins for speed and the kites) but adds a new idea of inverted tracks and a hover style that encourages you to crash into opponents for more crazy fun, oh and 12 racers each time.

Amazing. Graphics are stunning, gameplay is phenomenal and the Nintendo magic shines through. The track selection is great, with old and new shining with the increased power afforded by the new hardware. With a constant 60 frames per second the gameplay is incredibly smooth and fast. Character and kart selection is also varied and fun with plenty of combinations keeping the action fresh and exciting. And with two DLC packs on the way will only get better. Online is fast and fun, with reliable connections helping keeping things running smoothly and freely. The ability to play the game purely with the Wii U Gamepad is a fantastic addition and means you can free up the telly and play whenever you choose. Will update this review as i play the game more. Update: The first of the 2 download packs are out and for a little over £7 offers fantastic value for money expanding the game with additional characters, karts and 8 tracks! With exciting crossovers from other nintendo worlds such as The Legend of Zelda and F-Zero.

Its really good game My son like it a lot

Ive followed this series since I was a kid. I spent many hours on Super Mario Kart on the SNES, and many more on the N64 edition. Mario Kart 8 builds on the excellent Wii effort, and delivers arguably the finest game in the series. Quite the achievement! I think its fair to state the main attraction here is the multi-player. The online mode is thrilling (if infuriatingly unfair - as any Mario Kart stalwart knows), and the tournament/free play options add an incredible longevity to this title. Its one which youll still be playing in five years, presumably until Mario Kart 9 on the Wii Z. This is the real joy of Nintendos exclusives - they pack so much in its impossible not to be charmed. Dont miss out - this is one of the best games of 2014.