This really should have been a launch game, no question. But it's here now, and must surely mark a turning point for the system. Mario Kart 7 sets the graphical bar so high, it doesn't even look like a 3DS game, which means everyone else has a new standard to follow. Suddenly the platform feels new again.
Mario Kart 7
Nintendo · Dec 4, 2011
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The newest installment of the fan-favorite Mario Kart franchise brings Mushroom Kingdom racing fun into glorious 3D. For the first time, drivers explore new competitive kart possibilities, such as soaring through the skies or plunging to the depths of the sea. New courses, strategic new abilities and customizable karts bring the racing excitement to new heights.
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8.9
Critic reviews
- Evolutionary rather than revolutionary, Mario Kart 7 amounts to become the best in the series, if still not perfect. As with Super Mario 3D Land, it’s glaringly obvious that if these games were available at launch the Nintendo 3DS would have perhaps fared far better during its earlier months. Let’s just hope, as Nintendo are surely doing to, that it is enough to significantly aid the handheld both during and beyond the Christmas period.
- 9.0Mario Kart 7 comes to the 3DS with a bang. Nintendo has shown that they continue to make great games on their newest handheld system. From the great graphics, solid sound, to the even better gameplay, both offline and online, this game just displays quality from start to finish. Sure, there is some rubber band like AI features that may drive you nuts now and then, but in the end the addictiveness of this game will keep fans of the series and newbies alike coming back for more.
- 9.0Mario Kart 7 isn't a drastic departure from the series. However, it improves upon many of the facets we first saw in Mario Kart Wii, and includes enough new content and features to make it worth your while. It might be tempting to skip this one and wait for the inevitable Wii U Mario Kart, but any true Nintendo fan would be remiss to miss this one. Mario Kart 7 is a great game and one that should definitely be on the Christmas lists of 3DS owners this year.
- 8.0From a racing perspective, this is the best entry yet in the long-running series, and excellent track design pushes you to be inventive and smart in how you drive. However, the online structure has a few notable issues, and the removal of the mission mode is a big disappointment. Despite some problems, Mario Kart 7 is another explosive entry in the franchise.
- 9.0Nintendo may have taken its time producing the game – when doesn’t it? – but never has the wait for a new Mario Kart been so worth it.
Gamer reviews
One of my first 3ds games. It was fun, going against your friends was fun, although I don't suggest playing in 2021, if you already have a switch just get Mario car 8 deluxe. Anyways I love this game as a kid, 8/10 for the memories!
In my opinion one of the best mario karts out of the whole series... yes even 8 deluxe
Same old formula. New cups and tracks and others have ya revisiting favorite tracks in the franchise. It’s cool to have this game on the go. Online feature is addictive, since the community remains active.
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