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What is the difference between Mario Kart Standard and Deluxe?

It was rereleased on the Nintendo Switch in April 2017 as Mario Kart 8 Deluxe. Deluxe includes all of the original DLC, as well as a revamped battle mode and other gameplay alterations. Nintendo has continued to add downloadable circuits and characters.
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Is Mario Kart Deluxe worth it?

Now that I've been playing it for a while, I can easily say that Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is worth owning as well, especially with the Booster Course Pass being available but I'll get to that in a bit.
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Is Mario Kart Deluxe the same as Mario Kart?

The game is largely the same and includes all characters and tracks (including DLC) from the original release, but there are actually many smaller changes as well as one big addition Battle Mode.
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What is the difference between Mario Kart 8 and 8 Deluxe?

Mario Kart 8 has been a fan-favorite since its initial release on the Wii U. Now, Nintendo is looking to continue the game's success on the Nintendo Switch. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is the definitive edition of the game and includes all the DLC and items added to the original game over its life on Wii U.
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What do you get with Mario Kart Deluxe?

Mario Kart 8 Deluxe Item List - Every Item Ranked, Plus How To Use Them
  • Boo (Defence + extra item)
  • Triple Bananas (Defence) ...
  • Banana (Defence) ...
  • Piranha Plant (Offence / Speed) ...
  • Bob-omb (Offence) ...
  • Blooper (Offence) ...
  • Coin (Speed) ...
  • Feather (Agility) A bit of a blast from the past, first seen in Super Mario Kart. ...
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Mario Kart 8: Deluxe Graphics Comparison - Wii U vs. Switch

Does Mario Kart 8 Deluxe come with all characters?

Pauline, Funky Kong, Petey Piranha, Wiggler, Diddy Kong, Donkey Kong Jr, Honey Queen, Koopa Paratroopa, and R.O.B are the only characters not yet included in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
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Does Mario Kart 8 Deluxe have everything?

Over the years players have had to win championships in order to unlock new courses, but in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe all the content is available from the moment you start the game (no doubt a decision made because this is a re-release of sorts following the Wii U version).
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What is the point of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

Deluxe includes five new battle mode-exclusive courses, and three battle courses adapted from previous entries in the Mario Kart series. These battle courses are designed specifically for the mode, featuring layouts that allow for easier item play, rather than repurposing standard race courses like Mario Kart 8.
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Which Kart is best in Mario Kart 8?

Mario Kart 8: Best Kart Combo Builds, Ranked
  • 3 Rosalina, P-Wing, Cyber Slick Tires, & Bowser Kite.
  • 4 Bowser, Landship, Azure Roller Tires & Hylian Kite. ...
  • 5 Bowser, B Dasher, Gold Tires, & Super Glider. ...
  • 6 Toadette, Flame Rider, Ancient Tires & Flower Glider. ...
  • 7 Baby Daisy, Biddybuggy, Azure Roller Tires, & Paper Glider. ...
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Why should I buy Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

Bottom line: Mario Kart 8 Deluxe brings together all the best pieces from previous Mario Kart games while adding enough extra to make it worth the buy. If you enjoy variety, this Mario Kart is the best yet with many character options, kart customizations, battle modes, versus settings, and more.
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What version of Mario Kart for Switch?

Enjoy the biggest Mario Kart yet and race anytime, anywhere, with anyone in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, only on Nintendo Switch. Whether you're racing your family on the big screen in your living room, playing in the park, or visiting a friend's place, Nintendo Switch lets you play Mario Kart any way you like!
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Are all Mario Karts the same?

All 30 playable Characters fall into different weight classes. Each of the seven weight classes feature different stats. Lower weight classes have better Acceleration, Handling, and Traction. Heavy tiers have higher Speed and Weight.
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What is the difference between karts in Mario Kart?

Lighter karts get knocked around more. Heavier karts drift farther off course. Handling - How close you stick to a corner. Bikes have much better handling than karts.
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Is the standard kart good in Mario Kart?

It offers good speed and weight, but bad acceleration and traction in both of the games. Its handling gives no effect.
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What is the best for Mario Kart?

Every Mario Kart Game, Ranked
  1. 1 Mario Kart 8/Deluxe (Nintendo Wii U/Nintendo Switch)
  2. 2 Mario Kart: Double Dash (GameCube) ...
  3. 3 Mario Kart Wii. ...
  4. 4 Mario Kart DS. ...
  5. 5 Mario Kart 7 (Nintendo 3DS) ...
  6. 6 Mario Kart 64 (Nintendo 64) ...
  7. 7 Super Mario Kart (SNES) ...
  8. 8 Mario Kart: Super Circuit (GameBoy Advance) ...
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What is the recommended age for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

This game has received a PEGI 3. Suitable for all ages.
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Who is the fastest character in Mario Kart?

You might not believe it, but Bowser has the fastest speed stat in the game along with Wario.
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Which Mario Kart is the fastest?

Wario, Circuit Special Kart, Metal Tires & Wario Wing

At 4.75, Wario has the highest possible character speed in the game, making him a go-to for speed-focused kart configurations. Adding the Circuit Special kart and the Metal tires adds an extra 1.0 speed at the cost of acceleration, handling, and traction.
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What is the rarest kart in Mario Kart 8?

In Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, the Boo item cannot steal the Crazy 8. It is the rarest item in the game.
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How many hours of gameplay is Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

When focusing on the main objectives, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is about 6 Hours in length. If you're a gamer that strives to see all aspects of the game, you are likely to spend around 50½ Hours to obtain 100% completion.
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Can you avoid attacks in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

Defense is the best form of attack

Certain items can be used as shields to block attacks coming from the rear – just hold down the L trigger and the item will hover magically behind your kart, ready to intercept any incoming ordinance.
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Do you have to pay for every wave in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

The DLC costs $24.99 USD / $32.99 CAN / £22.49 but comes at no additional cost if you own a paid Nintendo Switch Online + Expansion Pack membership. If you're buying the pass, this is a one-off cost; once you've paid the cash, you'll get access to every wave of tracks as they're released until the end of 2023.
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How much stuff do you need to unlock Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

Once the total reaches 1500 coins, parts will only unlock for every 100 coins collected. This means 3100 coins are required to unlock (almost) every part. It's also worth mentioning that any vehicle parts that were DLC for the original Mario Kart 8 are included in the base game and will be unlocked naturally.
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How many different karts are there in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?

Mario Kart 8 features 14 different karts to pick from, each with its own set of stats. In addition to Karts, players can also pick from a bike or an ATV.
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