Mario Kart Wii

Mario Kart Wii is a multiplayer-oriented racing game, and the sixth main installment in the Mario Kart series. It retains the traditional item-based weaponry familiar with the franchise, where players can select a Mario franchise driver and themed vehicles. As with most racing games, the overarching goal is to place first among other competitors, through the usage of such items and taking the fastest routes to secure the leads. Several new elements include increasing the number of racers to 12 from 8 in previous entries, as well as a new type of vehicle for the franchise: bikes. The game takes advantage of the motion controls of the console, and a Wii Wheel is included in most packages, though other controllers also work. Game modes include the traditional Grand Prix, Versus, Battle and Time Trial modes. The game has 32 courses, 16 new and 16 retro. Players can use their Mii characters as drivers. Doing a trick off a ramp gives a speed boost. Online races over the Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection support up to 12 players.