Underplayed Gems

Mario Kart DS (2005)

Mario Kart DS cover
Developer
Nintendo EAD Software Development Group No.1
Publisher
Nintendo
Platforms
Wii U, Nintendo DS
Genres
Racing, Arcade
Rating
4.1 of 5, 408 player ratings
Main story
about 15 hours
Completionist
about 22 hours
Where to get it
Nintendo eShop

How it feels

Classic chaotic kart racing with iconic Nintendo characters, power-ups, and a mix of new and retro tracks.

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About

Mario Kart DS is the continuation of the long running racing game series that began on the Super Nintendo. It features 16 new tracks as well as 16 tracks from the previous 4 games, with each set split up into the Nitro and Retro Grand Prix respectively. Eight racers are initially available, each with two go-karts to choose from. A number of characters and additional karts are also available to unlock. New items have been added to the arsenal, including a Blooper squid that squirts ink onto the screens of other players and a Bullet Bill power up that transforms the player into a giant, fast-travelling bullet on autopilot.

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Screenshots

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