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Mario Kart: Double Dash!! – GameCube
A few months ago I managed to review Mario Kart 64 while trying to keep all nostalgia off my mind, and today I am going to do the same by re-visiting Mario Kart: Double Dash!! This title adds quite a bit to the Mario Kart series, so much so that I don’t really know where to begin.
Super Mario Kart – SNES
The Mario Kart series is one of video gaming’s most popular franchises, and it all started here, with Super Mario Kart. Critics have heaped on loads of superlatives to this initial installment: best SNES graphics, top console game, one of the greatest of all time. However, I am of a slightly different persuasion…
Mario Kart 64 – Nintendo 64
Nerd Bacon’s Justicescooby pushes past his nostalgia to judge whether or not Nintendo’s Mario Kart 64 is actually the amazing game he remembers it as. Can Mario Kart 64 pass the test? Find out now!
Mario Kart 8 Version 4.0 DLC – Wii U
The latest update to Mario Kart 8, rebranding the game as Mario Kart 8 Version 4.0, completes the duo of DLC packages that went on sale back in August of 2014. For those who purchased the DLC, this Animal Crossing pack includes 3 new characters, 4 new karts, and 4 reworked courses plus 4 brand new courses spread across 2 new cups. For those who can handle it, a special 200cc difficulty level has been added as well!
Mario Kart DS – Nintendo DS
Mario Kart DS is the first-ever Mario Kart game released on the DS, and it was an immediate hit. The revolutionary multiplayer, the sheer number of options, and the feasible yet challenging unlockables made this game extremely addictive and rarely boring, especially when played with friends.
Mario Kart 8 to get Free Mercedes-Benz DLC
Players will soon be able to add some style and luxury to their Mario Kart 8 experience because Nintendo has announced that they will be releasing new Mercedes-Benz themed DLC for the Wii U racer. Starting on August 27th, Mario Kart 8 owners will be able to download three different Mercedes-Benz karts; the GLA, the… Continue reading Mario Kart 8 to get Free Mercedes-Benz DLC
Mario Kart: Super Circuit – GBA
Platform: Game Boy Advance Release Date (NA): August 27th, 2001 Developer: Intelligent Systems Publisher: Nintendo Genre: Racing Nerd Rating: 6.5 out of 10 Mario Kart: Super Circuit is the series’ third installment as well as the first appearance of Mario Kart on a handheld. My feelings on the game are somewhat mixed, though it is a clear improvement… Continue reading Mario Kart: Super Circuit – GBA
Mario Kart Arcade GP – Arcade
Platform: Arcade – Emulated on Wii via QuadForce Release Date (NA): October 2005 Developer: Namco Publisher: Nintendo Genre: Racing Nerd Rating: 7 out of 10 Note: I’ll go ahead and admit that by emulating this game on my Wii, I was unable to experience several of the features as intended, such as the steering wheel… Continue reading Mario Kart Arcade GP – Arcade
Mario Kart 8 – Wii U
Platform: Wii U Release Date (NA): May 30th, 2014 Developer: Nintendo Publisher: Nintendo Genre: Racing Nerd Rating: 7 out of 10 Don’t forget to check out the updates to the game as well: 2.0, 3.0, 4.0, and 4.1! Does Mario Kart 8 beat out Super Mario 3D World for most anticipated Wii U game? I don’t know, but one… Continue reading Mario Kart 8 – Wii U
Mario Kart 7 – Nintendo 3DS
Mario Kart 7 comes blazing onto your 3DS! And Nerd Bacon is here to give you our official “Nerd Rating.”
Sonic R – Sega Saturn
Platform: Sega Saturn Developer: Sonic Team / Traveller’s Tales Publisher: Sega Release Date (NA): October 31st, 1997 Genre: Racing Nerd Rating: 4.5 out of 10 Reviewed by NerdBerry Sonic R was the first exclusive Sonic title released on the Sega Saturn. Released almost a full year after Sonic 3D Blast made its way from the… Continue reading Sonic R – Sega Saturn
Mario Kart 8: Round Table Discussion
Nerdberry and The Cubist share their thoughts in a discussion on the upcoming Mario Kart 8 and the Mario Kart series in general.
Mario Kart 64 – N64
Where does one begin when trying to review one of the best recognized games of all time in one of the most popular racing franchises of all time? With a simple and straightforward statement, maybe: Mario Kart 64 took America by storm instantly and remains close to the hearts of so many people, even those who haven’t played it in 10+ years.
Mario Kart Double Dash!! – GameCube
Platform: Nintendo GameCube Release Date (NA): November 17th, 2003 Developer: Nintendo Publisher: Nintendo Genre: Racing Rating: 7 out of 10 Mario Kart Double Dash is the fourth installment in the series and to me feels like the first “modern” Mario Kart. True to its name, this is the first and so far only Mario Kart to include a… Continue reading Mario Kart Double Dash!! – GameCube