Mario Kart 8 Deluxe

Summary

If you own a Nintendo Switch and didn’t have the privilege of playing the magnificent Mario Kart 8 on Wii U, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is essential. The numerous gameplay improvements, revamped Battle Mode, and the ability to play in handheld mode without compromise prevent it from being the cynical cash-grab everyone expected it to be. That said, the steep £49.99 asking price makes it difficult to justify double dipping if you already own the Wii U original. Still, there’s no denying that Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the definitive version of one of the best kart racing games ever made that should be in every Nintendo Switch owner’s collection. It’s hard to imagine Mario Kart getting any better than this – Nintendo has a tough act to follow for the inevitable dedicated Switch sequel.