Suprisingly fun, with a mixture of old classic tracks and new exciting tracks, and with a great steering wheel.
GRAPHICS:
Now obviously being a wii game this does not have amazing graphics, but all this is made up for in the art style. The cartoony look really gives this game a feel that no other racer has. It does look noticably better than the other versions though. Plus the old retro thracks have had a makeover. But to be honest graphics dont matter much in this game, they are good enough, its the gameplay that you are looking for.
GAMEPLAY:
this game is very fun, extremely fun! The steering wheel for it is very well made, light enough to use for a long time, but not too light if you know what I mean. It takes some getting used to but it definately add to the whole experience. the single player races are fun but the split screen is more fun.
there are more vehicles than ever before with small karts like toads, to the monster vehicles like bowsers and donkey kongs. there are also bikes which makes the game a little more interesting.
the battle mode is still great. it has some of the great N64 tracks on there plus many new ones. It is fast paced and suprisingly difficultfor newcomers, and the new weapons certianly make tthe game feel a little fresher.
DIFFICULTY:
This game is easy to start with, you will find yourself winning almost every time but this does not make it any less fun. but unlike many racers if you do end up getting hit multiple times in a row ending up last you can still make it up to first place. though this will change s you go further into the game.
driving can be a little difficult though, it is difficult using the wheel (though it is fun) and to start with you will find yourself going in a direction you did not mean to once in a while.
the steering wheel is very good thoug, i bought a steering wheel for the PS2/3 for £40 but I actaully like this better! Plus its easy to set up, no wires, no complications, just slot the controller in and you are set.
CONCLUSION:
if you are a fan of the series you will love this. In fact most people will lke this, its a very fun game and I would say its near perfect. if hyou are thinking of getting this do it, the miultiplayer is so fun you wont want to stop!