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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Mario Kart is one of the games you have to have in your Wii library. This is at the heart, the same Mario Kart that has been great for so many years. The plastic wheel is meant for you to dock the wiimote in it, but it's frustrating if you have a grip on your wiimote, and once you do start playing with the wheel you find it's not the most perfect way to play. I've found it's best to attach a nunchuck and play with the joystick.
What's great about it: Extremely fun, lots of levels, online play.
What's not so great: The plastic wheel could be better.