1 – Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
Platforms: Nintendo Switch | Release: April 27, 2017 | Website: Page of Mario Kart 8 Deluxe
What is Mario Kart 8 Deluxe? Mario Kart has been around since 1992 when the first part of the fun racer series was released for the Super Nintendo. You take on the role of one of the many cute characters from the Nintendo universe and compete in fun races against each other. You collect bonuses like banana peels to outsmart your opponents.
How complicated is the game? Mario Kart 8 Deluxe plays quickly and easily. You steer the vehicle, brake, accelerate, and occasionally use one of the bonus items. It is a simple racer that impresses precisely because it is not complicated.
For which age group is Mario Kart 8 Deluxe suitable? Even younger kids can have a lot of fun with this racing game. Once the understanding of video games is there and one can handle a controller, a child may enjoy a round of Mario Kart. From four years onwards, Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is already recommended – as long as it’s not played excessively!
How is social interaction in the game? Nintendo’s games are aimed at families, especially younger players. So parents don’t need to worry when their kids play Mario Kart. Sure, there may be some cursing if one doesn’t finish in first place, but that’s just like go-karting on the road.
Who writes this? Andreas Bertits has been writing about video games since 2003. He is the father of 3 children aged 15, 11, and 9. He regularly plays with them on the Switch and PS4 and has been a passionate gamer since childhood.
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