Mario Kart Wii Review

Mario Kart Wii has received mostly positive reviews because Nintendo stayed true to the series. ¹ Video game critics praised the game's depth, which includes a massive online network, 32 tracks, characters and vehicles. It was also praised for its ability to be simple for newcomers, yet challenging for veterans of the series. ² There's some disappointment in regard to the game's Battle Mode, which can only be played under a team format. ³ Metacritic gave Mario Kart Wii a score of 82. GameRankings has given the game a rating of 83 percent based on several reviews; based on GameRankings' stats, it is the 12th greatest Nintendo Wii game of all time, and the fifth-greatest Wii game released this year. Overall, it is 909th for all games released.

Fast Facts

1. Developer: Nintendo
2. Genre: Racing
3. Successor to Mario Kart DS
4. Includes motorbikes and support for up to twelve racers
5. Features online battles with characters from prior Mario games
6. Will be packed in with the recently announced Wii Wheel
7. Uses Nintendo's free online service: Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection
8. Release Date: April 27, 2008

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