{"product_id":"mario-kart-8-wii-u-2014-gb","title":"Mario Kart 8 [Wii U, 2014] - GB","description":"\u003ch1\u003eMario Kart 8\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eMario Kart 8\u003c\/em\u003e is a single-player and multiplayer kart racing game. The game follows the familiar structure of the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mobygames.com\/group\/1773\/mario-kart-series\/\"\u003eMario Kart series\u003c\/a\u003e, where characters from the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mobygames.com\/search\/?q=Mario+licensees\"\u003eSuper Mario universe\u003c\/a\u003e compete in high-speed races across fantastical circuits. Players choose a racer and vehicle before taking part in cup tournaments, time trials, or multiplayer battles, with the objective of finishing ahead of rivals by mastering drifting, speed boosts, and the strategic use of items.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe core gameplay includes 32 tracks, split evenly between 16 new circuits and 16 retro courses returning from earlier entries in the series. A major addition to this installment is anti-gravity racing: sections of tracks allow karts and bikes to defy physics by driving along walls and ceilings. During these segments, collisions with other racers or special track objects trigger spin boosts, rewarding aggressive maneuvering. Vehicles can also be customized with interchangeable parts, including bodies, wheels, and gliders, which alter performance attributes such as speed, acceleration, traction, and handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe roster consists of thirty characters at launch, with 21 veterans from previous titles and 9 newcomers. New racers include Baby Rosalina, Pink Gold Peach, and all seven Koopalings (Larry, Morton, Wendy, Iggy, Roy, Lemmy, and Ludwig) making their first playable appearance in the series. Items play a central role in shaping races, and \u003cem\u003eMario Kart 8\u003c\/em\u003e introduces several new power-ups: the Boomerang Flower, which can be thrown and returns; the Piranha Plant, which bites nearby opponents and obstacles; the Super Horn, capable of deflecting shells and other hazards; and the Crazy Eight, which grants eight items at once.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral game modes are available. Grand Prix allows players to race through themed cups, Time Trial focuses on racing against the clock, VS Race supports customized competitions, and Battle Mode repurposes tracks for item-focused skirmishes where players attempt to deplete opponents’ balloons. The game supports both local split-screen multiplayer and online play, with up to twelve participants in a single race.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eA notable new feature is Mario Kart TV, a replay system that records races and allows players to edit and share highlight reels showcasing overtakes, crashes, or item usage. The game also incorporates Miiverse and social sharing options for replays and screenshots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGame Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eClassic Wii U gameplay with original physical presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eGenre: Racing \/ Driving, Behind view, Arcade, Direct control, Motion control, Automobile, Motorcycle, Track racing, Fantasy\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eReleased in 2014 by Nintendo Co., Ltd.\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eIdeal for collectors building a physical Wii U library\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003eCondition and contents shown in listing details and photos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e MARIO-KART-8-WII-U-2014\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlatform:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wii U\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenre:\u003c\/strong\u003e Racing \/ Driving, Behind view, Arcade, Direct control, Motion control, Automobile, Motorcycle, Track racing, Fantasy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePEGI Rating:\u003c\/strong\u003e TBC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease Year:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2014\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/strong\u003e Nintendo Co., Ltd.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n","brand":"Retromart","offers":[{"title":"Preloved","offer_id":53312750387543,"sku":"PL-24126","price":7.98,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0895\/7870\/1143\/files\/0000__22a37dfd44ee4b0297d5e610a64a8c91.png?v=1776285479","url":"https:\/\/retromart.co.uk\/products\/mario-kart-8-wii-u-2014-gb","provider":"Retromart.co.uk","version":"1.0","type":"link"}