Brace yourself for a new set of tricks, tracks and ways to race. The included Wii Wheel transforms your Wii Remote into a steering wheel that feels great in your hands, while the Wii Remote and Nunchuk controller supply a classic control style for veterans of this racing series. Either way, you'll be able to perform impressive speed-boosting tricks, such as jumps, flips and wheelies.You can zip through brand-new tracks and arenas, and also tour classic courses from Super Mario Kart, Mario Kart 64, Mario Kart: Super Circuit, Mario Kart: Double Dash and Mario Kart DS. There are even options for trying all-new motorbikes that have their own special tricks and techniques. The action gets fast, furious and funny when you race in Mario Kart Wii.
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This is probably the best playing mario kart to date. It has a comprehensive track listing with a good collection of classics and great new tracks. The online and local multiplayer will keep people coming back. The simple trick system and integration of motorcycles really add to the experience in a good way. The one downfall is the rubberband effect when too many good items appear that completely change the race and, at times, punish a solid driving performance by hitting the first place person repeatedly. Multiplayer is great, as usual and there are plenty of tracks and characters to unlock. A great playing, comprehensive entry into the long running series.
What's great about it: Best of New and Old Tracks, most upgrades the series has seen yet
What's not so great: 150cc comeback is annoying, too frequent items