Mario Kart 8 Deluxe gets new characters, Battle Mode, and more; trailer + pics

13 January 201713 January 2017 Lite_Agent Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

During the Nintendo Switch Presentation, Nintendo revealed Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, an enhanced version of the Wii U classic. As many expected, it includes all the contents from the Wii U version (including all the DLC and updates), but also a new Battle Mode with new and returning battle courses, new characters (including the Inkling), new vehicles, and more.

You can play with:

Up to 4 players on TV (in 1080p at 60fps with 1-2 players, 30fps with 3 to 4 players)
Up to 8 players Local Wireless
Up to 12 players Online Multiplayer

Here’s the trailer for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe:

And here’s the main features:

Race your friends in the definitive version of Mario Kart 8, only on Nintendo Switch!
Race as every character on every track from the Wii U version, including DLC characters and tracks.
Pop some balloons in the revamped Battle mode, complete with Balloon Battle and Bob-omb Blast.
Battle on new courses, like Urchin Underpass and Battle Stadium, or returning ones, such as GCN Luigi’s Mansion and SNES Battle Course 1.
Inkling Girl & Inkling Boy from Splatoon, King Boo, Dry Bones, and Bowser Jr. join the roster!
Players can choose a new Smart Steering feature which makes driving and staying on the track easy for novice players and kids even at 200cc.
Three new vehicles have been added, two are even inspired by Splatoon
Carry two items at the same time.
Returning items include Boo, the item stealing ghost, and the Feather, which gives you a high jump in battle mode.
Play your friends in local wireless multiplayer with up to 8 players.
Drive through in 1080p HD quality in TV mode.
Play on the go with handheld mode and play anytime, anywhere.