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 a 5 star kart racer. It does everything a kart racer should do. If you are trying to compare a 5 star racer to a 5 star rpg or shooter, this review isn't for you. Internet play is hobbled by Nintendo's WiFi friend codes, but to their credit this has kept parents from worrying so much about their children's online connections. Multiplayer split screen is really the same as it ever has been, but seems more clear and detailed than past versions. I haven't tried four way split screen yet, but I would expect the smaller display size would at least marginally diminish the experience.
What's great about it: fast and colorful gameplay, smooth and predictable input
What's not so great: powerups tend to favor the less skilled, producing gaming socialism