{"product_id":"mario-kart-8-deluxe-nintendo-switch-n01","title":"Mario Kart 8 Deluxe","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"rgm-v2-summary\"\u003e\u003cp class=\"rgm-v2-lead\"\u003eBring fast, readable Mario Kart racing to the TV or handheld screen with a physical Switch edition built for quick competition and long-term mastery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eA racing package that works at every skill level\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMario Kart 8 Deluxe is immediate enough for a first race, yet its drifting, shortcuts, vehicle setups, and item timing leave room to improve. Smart Steering can help newer drivers stay on the course, while experienced players can focus on tighter lines and advanced boost timing. The base game brings together 48 courses drawn from the original Mario Kart 8 release and its included Wii U-era add-on content. Each cup changes the rhythm with underwater routes, gliding sections, anti-gravity turns, and recognizable locations from across Nintendo's game worlds.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eItems and Battle Mode keep every session lively\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRacers can hold two items at once, creating more decisions about defense, timing, and when to commit to an attack. Boo and the Feather return, with the Feather reserved for Battle Mode. The revised Battle Mode uses dedicated arenas rather than repurposed race tracks, so Balloon Battle and the other rule sets feel built for close competition. Inkling Girl and Inkling Boy join the character roster alongside their Splatoon-inspired vehicles and Urchin Underpass arena. These additions give the Deluxe edition its own identity even for players familiar with Mario Kart 8 on Wii U.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- rgm:story --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-story\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlay together on one system or take the race online\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn one Nintendo Switch system, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe supports one to four players in TV or tabletop play. Local wireless supports two to eight players across systems, and online play supports two to twelve; additional systems, games, accounts, and Nintendo Switch Online membership can be required for those modes. Handheld mode keeps the full racing package portable, and the game supports several control approaches for different players. The standard physical US edition comes as a Nintendo Switch game card. The separate Booster Course Pass is downloadable content and is not part of the base physical game.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003c!-- rgm:details --\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-facts\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct facts\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlatform\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNintendo Switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eEdition\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStandard physical US edition\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eGenre\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKart racing \/ party racing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003ePlayers on one system\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 to 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eLocal wireless\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 to 8 players across systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOnline play\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 to 12 players; Nintendo Switch Online required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eESRB\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEveryone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth scope=\"row\"\u003eOriginal release date\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApril 28, 2017\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e\u003csection class=\"rgm-v2-faq\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eQuestions about this product\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs this a physical Nintendo Switch game?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. This is the standard physical US edition of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe for Nintendo Switch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow many people can play on one Switch?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNintendo lists support for one to four players on one system in TV or tabletop mode.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes Mario Kart 8 Deluxe support online racing?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Nintendo lists online play for two to twelve players. Internet access, Nintendo Accounts, and Nintendo Switch Online membership are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs the Booster Course Pass included?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This is the standard base-game physical edition; the Booster Course Pass is separate downloadable content unless a specific bundle says otherwise.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan it be played in handheld mode?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Nintendo lists TV, tabletop, and handheld play modes for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Nintendo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52396140233000,"sku":null,"price":41.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1003\/9263\/2616\/files\/rgm-catalog-mario-kart-8-deluxe-nintendo-switch-n01-01-primary-white.jpg?v=1789621424","url":"https:\/\/www.rgmretrogames.com\/products\/mario-kart-8-deluxe-nintendo-switch-n01","provider":"RGM Retro Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}