Race and battle your friends in the definitive version of Mario Kart 8.Hit the road with the definitive version of Mario Kart 8 and play anytime, anywhere! Race your friends or battle them in a revised battle mode on new and returning battle courses. Play locally in up to 4-player multiplayer** in 1080p while playing in TV Mode. Every track from the Wii U version, including DLC, makes a glorious return. Plus, the Inklings appear as all-new guest characters, along with returning favorites, such as King Boo, Dry Bones, and Bowser Jr.! Biggest Mario Kart roster ever: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has 42 characters to choose from—the biggest roster in the series! Tons of tracks: Race for the cup on 48 courses, including ones inspired by Excite Bike™ and the Legend of Zelda™ series. Pack a punch with power-ups: Get the edge on the competition with 23 powerful items. You can even hold two items at a time! Bigger, better Battle Mode: With five types of battles, there are more ways than ever to wreck the competition. Smart Steering: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe has new options to help out rookie racers, like Smart Steering. 200cc TIME TRIALS: Do you have the need for speed? Try to beat your best time in the insanely fast 200cc mode. Race Online: With a paid Nintendo Switch Online membership, you can play the Grand Prix, VS Race, and Battle modes online*—and you can match with up to 12 friends. Plus, you can access voice chat with friends and cloud backup for your save data. Supported Play Modes: TV MODE, TABLETOP MODE AND HANDHELD MODE. “...it's one of the best kart racers ever made.” – 9.5/10 - Destructoid “... an absolute must for Switch owners.” – 4.5/5 - GameRant* Internet access and Nintendo Switch Online Membership (sold separately) required for online play. **Additional accessories may be required for multiplayer; sold separately.