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Mario Kart

Mario Kart is one of the many video game franchises that see Mario take a break from platforming to bring his friends, and even his enemies, for some sporting competition.? The kart racing series has been going strong since the original?Super Mario Kart in 1992, largely thanks to how enjoyable the games are to pick up and play for casual and hardcore gamers alike.

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7 Old Race Courses That Should Be Included In Mario Kart 9

Mario Kart 9 is coming to Nintendo Switch 2 sometime in 2025, and these are the best old-school tracks that should make a comeback.

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Mario Kart 9: 8 Things The Sequel Needs To Keep From Mario Kart 8

Here's what Mario Kart 8 did right, that Mario Kart 9 should keep as part of the formula.

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Mario Kart 9: 10 Changes The Game Should Make From Mario Kart 8

Here's what players want to see in the first Mario Kart game in over a decade.

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10 Games That Could Release In The Launch Year Of The Switch 2

With the Nintendo Switch 2 releasing in 2025, expectations are high for the console's first year when it comes to stellar launch titles.

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Mario Kart Switch 2 Has 22 Characters Confirmed So Far

The Mario Kart Switch 2 footage seems to confirm at least 22 characters that will be a part of the playable roster come launch.

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New Mario Kart Switch 2 Game Seems to Bring Back a Feature from MK8

Nintendo fans spot a popular Mario Kart 8 feature that may return in the new Mario Kart game featured in the Switch 2’s reveal trailer.

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Switch 2's Mario Kart is Rumored to Have a Feature That Would Be Huge For Its Roster

Nintendo Switch 2 has been officially revealed alongside a new Mario Kart, and it's rumored to have a feature that could greatly impact its roster.

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Mario Kart Switch 2 Game Has Rosalina Driving a Unique Vehicle

Although the new footage shared of Mario Kart for the Nintendo Switch 2 is brief, players have noticed an interesting detail about Rosalina's kart.

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Mario Kart Switch 2 Game Makes Big Change to Donkey Kong

The Nintendo Switch 2 reveal shows Donkey Kong's next Mario Kart appearance and highlights a particular change for the character.

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Nintendo Switch 2 Mario Kart Game Seems To Feature a Big Improvement

The newly confirmed Mario Kart game for the Nintendo Switch 2 seems to feature a big improvement compared to its predecessor.

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Rumor: Mario Kart 9 Release Date Revealed

A recent leak suggests that Mario Kart 9 is in development for the Nintendo Switch 2, with a potential release date now rumored.

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Nintendo Reveals Release Date for New LEGO Set

Two of Nintendo's franchises and LEGO are collaborating again for several new themed sets that will release later in January 2025.

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Gamers Said: What's Your Dream Nintendo Switch 2 Launch Game?

From Metroid Prime 4: Beyond to Mario Kart, we read over what you the players want to see most from the Nintendo Switch 2’s launch game.

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Rumor: Another Switch 2 Accessory Has Leaked Online

An alleged Nintendo Switch 2 accessory surfaces online, and fans think that it is giving a hint about a possible launch title for the console.

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Gamers Said: What Game Springs To Mind When You Think Of Local Co-Op?

This week on Gamers Said, we asked you what's the first game you think of when you hear local co-op, and you provided a ton of great answers!

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Fortnite's Rumored Mario Crossover Should Be The Tip of The Iceberg
Fortnite's Rumored Mario Crossover Should Be The Tip of The Iceberg

If Fortnite's Mario Crossover turns out to be true, it may be just the beginning of Nintendo's characters joining the battle royale's world.

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Some Wii U Games Will Make History Thanks to Nintendo Switch 2

No fewer than 36 Wii U games are poised to make history once Nintendo finally releases its much-anticipated successor to the Switch.

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Mario Kart Toys Are Officially Back at McDonald's

Mario Kart toys are once again available in McDonald's Happy Meals, this time with a few new characters and gimmicks for collectors young and old.

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Super Mario Party Jamboree Should Follow In Mario Kart 8 Deluxe's Footsteps

Super Mario Party Jamboree has the potential to balance both old and new content through years worth of DLC, similar to Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.