The Japanese site is up and running, some previews of courses, items, controls, and a Q&A. Will be released on 4/10/2008 as scheduled in Japan, and late April in the USA.
lordwow
03-21-08, 07:30 AM
Probably my most anticipated Wii title!
Though, that wheel looks stupid.
steebo777
03-21-08, 10:09 AM
Here's a couple videos of the WiiWheel used in MK Wii (http://multiplayerblog.mtv.com/2008/03/18/videos-of-new-mario-kart-wii-wheel-vs-remote/)
I'll be using classic controller or the Wavebird.
Goldberg74
03-21-08, 11:43 AM
I might buy an extra wheel... just to have the option for another player.
steebo777
03-21-08, 12:50 PM
You can just use the WiiMote instead if you want to be cheap like me :)
All the wheel does is hold the WiiMote.
DaveNinja
03-21-08, 01:33 PM
I'm going to replace the steering wheel in my Honda with a Wiimote just to get practiced up for this game
FatTony
03-21-08, 01:51 PM
Hopefully I'll have run SSBB into the ground before this hits. The MK games always have more replay value for me anyway.
Also, does anyone think Nintendo's going a bit crazy with putting out all their high-profile first-party games early in the console's life? If history repeats, there probably won't be any sequels to these games. The system's been out less than 2 years and already we have our Mario platformer, Legend of Zelda, Smash Bros, soon Mario Kart, and the (supposedly) last game in the Metroid Prime series. Don't get me wrong, I'm glad we haven't had to wait forever for some of these to come out, but at the same time, they all seem to have come out very close to each other.
steebo777
03-21-08, 02:14 PM
Hopefully I'll have run SSBB into the ground before this hits. The MK games always have more replay value for me anyway.
Also, does anyone think Nintendo's going a bit crazy with putting out all their high-profile first-party games early in the console's life? If history repeats, there probably won't be any sequels to these games. The system's been out less than 2 years and already we have our Mario platformer, Legend of Zelda, Smash Bros, soon Mario Kart, and the (supposedly) last game in the Metroid Prime series. Don't get me wrong, I'm glad we haven't had to wait forever for some of these to come out, but at the same time, they all seem to have come out very close to each other.
Hopefully the Big N is re-evaluating how it used to release titles on N64 and GCN (1 or 2 AAA titles a year) and we'll see more like 3 or 4 AAA titles a year like we are now. I certainly am not complaining as I am one happy Wii owner (have been since day 1).
Michael Corvin
03-21-08, 03:00 PM
Also, does anyone think Nintendo's going a bit crazy with putting out all their high-profile first-party games early in the console's life? If history repeats, there probably won't be any sequels to these games. The system's been out less than 2 years and already we have our Mario platformer, Legend of Zelda, Smash Bros, soon Mario Kart, and the (supposedly) last game in the Metroid Prime series. Don't get me wrong, I'm glad we haven't had to wait forever for some of these to come out, but at the same time, they all seem to have come out very close to each other.
As I posted in another thread there are still plenty of others still unaccounted for.
Starfox
Pikmin
Donkey Kong
Animal Crossing
Waverace
F-Zero
Mario Golf
Mario Tennis
Luigi's Mansion
Or digging into the well:
Pilotwings
Kid Icarus
Sure, none are as big as the Big 3(Mario, Metroid, Zelda) but all are huge and still highly anticipated franchises.
tanman
03-21-08, 03:32 PM
I'm sure Zelda will have another outing on the Wii. Remember Twilight Princess was really a GC game. Mario might have another outing, it came out within a year of the system debuting. Metroid is more questionable, unfortunately.
Michael Corvin
03-21-08, 03:39 PM
I can see another Zelda and even a Metroid set in a different universe. I doubt we will se another Mario though.
The Bus
03-21-08, 03:54 PM
I'd be happy with New Super Mario Bros. 2 on Wii Ware. :)
CreatureX
03-21-08, 04:22 PM
CVG's Hands-On impressions (http://www.computerandvideogames.com/article.php?id=185273):we're pleased to report that the controversial Wii Wheel is in fact a pretty pleasing peripheral to hold in your hands; it feels sturdy, not at all cheap and is really quite satisfying to use...Playing Mario Kart with the wheel feels strange at first (especially when we finally worked out we'd set power sliding to "automatic") but once you get the hang of it, it's obvious that a lot of work has gone into fine-tuning the tilt mechanics to make the wheel feel great.
Goldberg74
03-22-08, 08:11 PM
You can just use the WiiMote instead if you want to be cheap like me :)
All the wheel does is hold the WiiMote.I know that. ;)
I got one of the black wheel holders from a friend when I first got Excite Truck and I love playing ET with it.
The look of the Wii Wheel has me intrigued... and I'd like to have another around just in case I fall in love with it and don't wnat to give it up so an opponent can use it. :D
tanman
03-23-08, 03:31 PM
Good news on the Wii Wheel. I really like how they really are utilizing the flexibility in controls with the Wii and developing games so they can utilize all of them.
For me though MK Wii has an uphill climb in topping MK DS. I'm sure it will be good but MK DS was just awesome.
uncle-frank
03-23-08, 04:35 PM
ill use my wavebird, i just can see myself enjoying it with the wheel
superdeluxe
03-23-08, 06:00 PM
Hopefully I'll have run SSBB into the ground before this hits. The MK games always have more replay value for me anyway.
Also, does anyone think Nintendo's going a bit crazy with putting out all their high-profile first-party games early in the console's life?
Had to do something since Xbox was coming out with a bunch of heavy hitters. The casual gamers will still be around..until the next big wii game.
lordwow
03-23-08, 06:29 PM
I'll try the wheel, but I can't imagine it working better than a controller, for me at least.
As I posted in another thread there are still plenty of others still unaccounted for.
Starfox
Pikmin
Donkey Kong
Animal Crossing
Waverace
F-Zero
Mario Golf
Mario Tennis
Luigi's Mansion
Or digging into the well:
Pilotwings
Kid Icarus
Sure, none are as big as the Big 3(Mario, Metroid, Zelda) but all are huge and still highly anticipated franchises.
Never going to happen... but I'd kill for a sequel to earthbound.
steebo777
03-27-08, 08:57 AM
http://www.slipperybrick.com/2008/03/thrustmaster-t-gokart/
I might get that as a second wheel.
dvd182
03-27-08, 09:36 AM
Never going to happen... but I'd kill for a sequel to earthbound.
I'd also kill for that...but it'd be a nice gesture if they'd just port over Mother 3.
As for Mario Kart Wii, I'll be using the Wavebird or picking up a classic controller. Using the Wiimote for this would drive me nuts.
RichC2
03-27-08, 09:54 AM
As I posted in another thread there are still plenty of others still unaccounted for.
Starfox
Pikmin
Donkey Kong
Animal Crossing
Waverace
F-Zero
Mario Golf
Mario Tennis
Luigi's Mansion
Or digging into the well:
Pilotwings
Kid Icarus
Sure, none are as big as the Big 3(Mario, Metroid, Zelda) but all are huge and still highly anticipated franchises.
I put Crystalis on that list since Nintendo now owns it. Sure it isn't in the same league as some Nintendo first party creations, but man I would kill for a 3d remake of that. Never did get into Luigi's Mansion, Pikmin, or Animal Crossing though.
steebo777
03-28-08, 03:58 PM
Did they announce how the player will do the trick/bike wheelie if the Classic or GC controller is used? Right now those are using the gyro from the WiiMote :hscratch:
According to a recent weekly ad from GameStop (pictured above), the Wii Wheel will end up costing $14.99 in the U.S. (Note: Although this price for a standalone Wii Wheel has yet to be confirmed by Nintendo, GameStop tends to be accurate about these things.)
That seems like a lot of money for a plastic shell, don't you think? It's true that the Wii Zapper costs more, but at least that comes with a Link's Crossbow Training pack-in. Plus, we don't think we're being too hypocritical, considering we haven't bough ourselves a Zapper, either.
Mario Kart Wii will come with a Wii Wheel, so if you find the experience of playing with it to be incredibly awesome, you might decide to fork over the extra cash to buy some more. Being the cheapskates we are, though, we'd much rather get used to playing with the Wiimote alone, or just hook-up our GameCube or Classic controllers.
Why the hell would a piece of plastic cost $14.99? I guess I will only have the one wheel that comes with the game! :mad2:
I don't see why it wouldn't. I already have two of the black wheels that originally came out, so I will probably just fork over the extra cash for the stand-alone Wii-Wheel, so I can have four wheels.
IDrinkMolson
04-01-08, 06:42 PM
You can get the GT Pro Series with wheel for $19.99 at a lot of places.
tanman
04-02-08, 01:10 AM
I wonder if that wheel will work on Excite Truck.
Actually I don't think that it will. For one you hold the remote differently. If you use the wheel it will be bus driver style.
I never really understood why excite truck did it that way but I did get used to it.
harrydoyle
04-03-08, 04:17 PM
My co-workers and I were talking about Kart for some reason, and we're all looking forward to playing it. With any luck we'll get a Wii at the office and play Kart during lunch breaks. :D
mnfps
04-03-08, 11:59 PM
I can't wait for this game to come out, I bet my son would like it a lot.
If you were worried that you'd have to give up your first-born child (which we at Nintendo Wii Fanboy calculate is worth about $15) for the Wii Wheel, we have some reassuring news. Although GameStop recently posted an ad which gave us the impression that the Wii Wheel would retail for $14.99, Nintendo Power has us thinking differently. According to the scan seen above, the wheel's MSRP will actually be five dollars less, costing a more reasonable $9.99.
So, if you're planning on getting a few extra of these, we recommend doing so at stores that don't charge above the suggested retail price.
Chris
steebo777
04-08-08, 10:07 AM
GS probably raised the price to make some more bucks.
redbill
04-08-08, 10:23 AM
GS probably raised the price to make some more bucks.
that doesnt sound like something they'd do...
Groucho
04-08-08, 10:25 AM
I consider the extra $5 that GS frequently adds to the prices of accessories well-worth it considering how friendly their staff is -- not to mention their roomy, well-organized stores.
redbill
04-08-08, 11:24 AM
plus you can easily make that $5 back and much much more with the great prices they offer you for selling used games...
mrpayroll
04-08-08, 11:39 AM
I consider the extra $5 that GS frequently adds to the prices of accessories well-worth it considering how friendly their staff is -- not to mention their roomy, well-organized stores.
I like the 'funny' Groucho, better! :(
Chris
manicsounds
04-10-08, 09:00 AM
I just got this today, and I've been using the wheel. You will get used to it very easily, but I wish there was a way to switch the button controls. There isn't on this one. I've so far unlocked 1 hidden character.
EDIT: 3 Hidden characters
Diddy Kong, Rosetta, King Boo
lordwow
04-10-08, 09:34 AM
Can't wait, I'm glad to hear apparently snaking is gone/minimized, I hated that in the DS version.
manicsounds
04-12-08, 04:49 AM
Have unlocked quite a few, but nowhere near all the hidden characters. There are still 2 Question marks on the character select screen, but I know there is much more than that which are going to be playable, as you can see many on the time attack ghosts.
As for Wi-Fi, i've played a little, and its frustrating when you get disconnected, but overall, really fun.
Edit: Hidden Character Spoilers
Daisy, complete 150cc Wii Level cup, all Gold trophies,
Baby Daisy, complete 50cc Wii level cup, all gold trophies at star rating
Brent L
04-13-08, 01:27 PM
I haven't been following this game at all, other than checking out a few videos. Can any of you help me with a few battle mode questions? Can you do a one-on-one battle with someone online? Can you do battle against cpu? How is it set up this time, etc.?
I love the racing, but the one-on-one battle mode from MK64 is quite possibly my favorite multi-player mode of all time, and I simply want something like that, online.
steebo777
04-14-08, 09:55 AM
I love the racing, but the one-on-one battle mode from MK64 is quite possibly my favorite multi-player mode of all time, and I simply want something like that, online.
Totally agree, I spent countless hours in college playing that.
CreatureX
04-14-08, 01:07 PM
Some disappointing news regarding battle mode. Nintendo decided to make the battle mode teams only. It is no longer a free-for-all last man standing battle like in past Mario Karts.
Teams only. So if you have three players, it will have to be 2 vs. 1 (unless you add CPU opponents). Why Nintendo?
discostu1337
04-14-08, 02:58 PM
So I just beat the first 2 GP's at 50cc and must say, this game is pretty stupid. I loved the SNES MarioKart, and even liked the N64 one quite a bit. I skipped Double Dash, so maybe thats where the series got ruined and it just continued into this one? There are way too many racers first of all, and so much shit flying around the screen you can't possibly avoid anything. I find myself leading every lap, then in 12th place 4 seconds later due to getting nailed by 5 powerups in a row with no chance to even move. There should be an option to turn off all powerups, or leave some on, like Smash Bros. Anyways, just another case of Nintendo going back to the well for a lackluster game. Also, works better with the Gamecube controller...ironic that all the "good" Wii games don't use the Wiimote :)
steebo777
04-14-08, 03:29 PM
Some disappointing news regarding battle mode. Nintendo decided to make the battle mode teams only. It is no longer a free-for-all last man standing battle like in past Mario Karts.
Teams only. So if you have three players, it will have to be 2 vs. 1 (unless you add CPU opponents). Why Nintendo?
LAME.
MadonnasManOne
04-14-08, 06:52 PM
Also, works better with the Gamecube controller...ironic that all the "good" Wii games don't use the Wiimote :)
There are plenty of games that play well using the Wiimote. I would say that it's really each persons preference of which controller works better for them, than saying that the Wiimote doesn't work well for the "good" games.
Michael Corvin
04-14-08, 07:15 PM
Also, works better with the Gamecube controller...ironic that all the "good" Wii games don't use the Wiimote :)
Odd. Shane who blasts Nintendo IPs at every chance he gets was praising the Wiimote/nunchuck combo over the Gamecube or CC setups on Kart. The wheel option, well, isn't an option. :lol:
And by "all the good Wii games" you mean Brawl and Kart? Two games out of the whole library? Galaxy, Zelda & Metroid say hello and welcome to last year.
lordwow
04-14-08, 08:14 PM
On the CAGCast this week, Cheapy discussed a friend of his impressions. He said overall it was very good, but online people playing with the Wiimote consistently were coming in last place (it puts an icon next to your name). I will stick with the Wavebird myself.
Michael Corvin
04-15-08, 01:56 AM
^ 1up said it only shows an icon next to those using the wheel. :shug: I guess we find out in a couple of weeks.
I'll definitely give each method a fair shake before jumping to the Wavebird.
lordwow
04-15-08, 09:02 AM
I think you're right Corvin, I think I just got the two confused.
Brett
04-15-08, 10:40 AM
Has anyone seen any good preorder deals for this (besides the trade-in deal at Game Stop)?
I was hoping that CC would have a deal similar to what they had for SSBB, where you got a $10 GC, but haven't seen anything yet. There is a 10% off "Friends and Family" coupon (online code: BCAS9D4AZB) that is good Thursday through Saturday of this week, so trying to decide if I'll order it with that. It'd be 49.99 - 4.99 (coupon) - $10 (SSBB GC) = $35.00
Brett
04-18-08, 03:24 PM
Just got an email from newegg, they have it for a pre-order price of $46.99 w/ free shipping (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16878190087&nm_mc=EMC-IGNEVG041808&cm_mmc=EMC-IGNEVG041808-_-NintendoWii-_-L1B-_-78190087).
Not a great deal, but it saves you a few of bucks.
manicsounds
04-18-08, 08:37 PM
It appears there are some people in the United States who already have this game, as I see people from the US playing on the WiFi mode. I've almost unlocked all the characters and machines, but really, I havent gotten used to all the machines yet....
dx23
04-18-08, 10:18 PM
I was in Greenville, NC this past week, and a local Sam's Club had it for sale.
MadonnasManOne
04-23-08, 01:57 AM
IGN.com gives it an 8.5 rating!
They say that Nintendo has delivered one of the best console Karts in years, and they are very impressed with the online play!
http://wii.ign.com/articles/868/868012p1.html
I'm so excited for this game! I can't wait!
Michael Corvin
04-23-08, 07:50 AM
They say that Nintendo has delivered one of the best console Karts in years,
Well, it's been 5 years since Double Dash so technically they are right. :lol: Personally I wasn't a fan of DD but am looking forward to the new one. Still unsure if I will pick it up now or down the line.
Chris_D
04-23-08, 08:33 AM
Edge hit it with a 6/10. One of their complaints was the increased wideness of the tracks (including the classic tracks) and another was the use of items to balance the difficulty of the games. In general, they thought that the 4 player split screen had been sacrificed for the sake of online 12 player mode in terms of the way the tracks were designed.
Michael Corvin
04-23-08, 08:45 AM
One of their complaints was the increased wideness of the tracks (including the classic tracks)
:sad: Damn. That's the biggest problem I had with DD. The tracks seem to be getting wider with each new release.
Chris_D
04-23-08, 10:49 AM
I guess it makes sense. They're trying to reach a bigger market with the game including all the casual gamers who bought the Wii. So part of that is the generally more forgiving tracks and making power sliding relatively automatic.
harrydoyle
04-23-08, 05:20 PM
It's weird though, the tracks were wider in DD, but Rainbow road didn't have rails in some parts and was more brutal than any N64 course. I hope they actually have a balance of hard and easy tracks. I'm getting it either way.
runner001
04-24-08, 10:34 AM
I'd also like to know if anyone has info on the best place to do a preorder and get something back for it. I've done a preliminary search and come up with nothing.
Ravenous
04-24-08, 03:28 PM
Fuck. I really wanted this game but that AI shit and how its so FULL OF CRAP! Pisses me off. I cant believe how they let it go to ruin games like this.
steebo777
04-24-08, 03:46 PM
Fuck. I really wanted this game but that AI shit and how its so FULL OF CRAP! Pisses me off. I cant believe how they let it go to ruin games like this.
:hscratch:
Am I missing something? What is so messed up about the AI? The tracks are just wider.
mezcla
04-24-08, 04:11 PM
Am I missing something? What is so messed up about the AI? The tracks are just wider.
I'm pretty sure he is referring to the ol' "barrage you with blue shells just as you are about to get 1st" trick. I have lost many a gold trophy due to cheap shots from the AI in MK : DD. Once I learned to snake I was so far ahead it wouldn't matter, though.
slop101
04-24-08, 04:49 PM
Rubber-band AI, huh? I thought we were done with this shit.
lordwow
04-24-08, 11:34 PM
Ya IGN smacked the rubber band AI saying it's more frustrating than fun on harder difficulties.
MadonnasManOne
04-25-08, 01:57 AM
Anyone wanting to buy extra official Wii Wheels, it does appear that Best Buy will have them for $9.99 each. That's better than the $14.99 I had read that one particular game store was selling them for. Oh, and it looks like Best Buy will have Wii's on Sunday morning, as well
There was an article saying that $9.99 is SRP. The GS price was wrong.
PerryD
04-25-08, 08:45 AM
Amazon is also selling them for $14.99
steebo777
04-25-08, 01:23 PM
I'm pretty sure he is referring to the ol' "barrage you with blue shells just as you are about to get 1st" trick. I have lost many a gold trophy due to cheap shots from the AI in MK : DD. Once I learned to snake I was so far ahead it wouldn't matter, though.
Gotcha. I'll be playing mine against friends at home and online so I'm not too concerned about the cheap AI.
Ravenous
04-25-08, 04:41 PM
I'm pretty sure he is referring to the ol' "barrage you with blue shells just as you are about to get 1st" trick. I have lost many a gold trophy due to cheap shots from the AI in MK : DD. Once I learned to snake I was so far ahead it wouldn't matter, though.
Yea like, youre in first and NO MATTER what its predetermined a certain character will get 2nd, 3rd etc. They can fall to 8th and you can see their little picture moving faster than anyone else on that map, getting to where theyre programmed to be.
mezcla
04-25-08, 08:48 PM
If this is like previous editions, for one to enjoy many of the tracks/unlockables you will have to beat those harder cups.
As an aside, when we had Mario Kart 64 my brother and I used to each take a kart and one would race while the other drove in reverse, taking out the opposition head on. Those were the days. I remember some of our more heated races waking my parents which birthed the immortal line, 'Shut it up- or I'll blow it up'
Just Lurking
04-25-08, 11:11 PM
Amazon is also selling them for $14.99
Amazon is now selling them for $9.99
slop101
04-26-08, 01:41 AM
I'm pretty sure he is referring to the ol' "barrage you with blue shells just as you are about to get 1st" trick.http://www.penny-arcade.com/images/2008/20080425.jpg
manicsounds
04-26-08, 04:53 AM
I'm surprised at the negative reactions the wii-wheel is getting in the reviews.
I personally love using the wheel, but then again, since I've gotten so used to it that I haven't even tested the other options....
Finally got all the hidden characters, but still missing a few vehicles after 2 weeks of playing.
As for you Americans out there, competition in the wi-fi is going to be tough. Japan and Europeans have had quite a lot of experience. Do you dare play with the worldwide option the first day?
International players have their calendars marked Sunday 4/27 as the day the Americans will get the game, and time that international players can get easy points beating the unskilled competition.....
Chris_D
04-26-08, 07:52 AM
EGM review was outed on 1UP yours. C+,C+,B+
Michael Corvin
04-26-08, 09:28 AM
As for you Americans out there, competition in the wi-fi is going to be tough. Japan and Europeans have had quite a lot of experience. Do you dare play with the worldwide option the first day?
International players have their calendars marked Sunday 4/27 as the day the Americans will get the game, and time that international players can get easy points beating the unskilled competition.....
Sound like some people need to get out more. :lol:
MadonnasManOne
04-26-08, 10:00 AM
Sound like some people need to get out more. :lol:
rotfl I agree! I say that we "unskilled" players give those wimpy Japanese and European players a big ass beating!
Ravenous
04-26-08, 03:14 PM
I just saw this game comes out tomorrow? When the hell does a game come out on a sunday? This kinda pisses me off :mad:
I wont even go online that much to play this game; mainly cause of those people who dont go out and live for video games.
lordwow
04-26-08, 06:41 PM
Nintendo always releases large 1st Party stuff on a Sunday:
- The DS/DS Lite
- The Wii
- Zelda
- SSB
- Mario Kart
- Mario Galaxy
etc.
dvdsteve2000
04-26-08, 06:57 PM
My son was playing this at Best Buy today. Seems the same as all of the other Karts to me. Mario's car looked alot cooler, and I noticed there were at least 12 racers in his race. He liked the steering wheel, but wasn't real good at using it. Graphically, looks like the GC version (to me).
manicsounds
04-26-08, 09:45 PM
rotfl I agree! I say that we "unskilled" players give those wimpy Japanese and European players a big ass beating!
Online is a fun experience.
True, we do need to get out more....!
Matto1020
04-27-08, 09:18 AM
Maybe it's because I am not used to it, but I really hate the Wii Wheel.
The Kart games have always been about precision on things, and you don't get that with the Wii Wheel. I am sticking with the Wiimote and Nunchuck.
Otherwise it's a fun game!
discostu1337
04-27-08, 10:33 AM
ugh, getting up at 7am on a Sunday to go sell this stupid game at work...Mario better come give me a hand job.
Ravenous
04-27-08, 10:57 AM
So this is due today? The adds dont say a release date. Most importantly TRU, cause I have to use a $24 GC and they never get shit on time.
discostu1337
04-27-08, 11:05 AM
yeah it's been Sunday, April 27th for a few months now. Some of our other Gamestop's did midnight...I told my DM no thanks :)
Ravenous
04-27-08, 11:20 AM
Well Im about 15 miles from the closest TRU and Ill be in that area today so it better be available cause I dont want to waste gas making another trip another day :mad:
lordwow
04-27-08, 11:42 AM
I'll be heading to the BB in the city here. It's only a 10 minute walk though, so hopefully it'll be in stock no problem.
Draven
04-27-08, 11:43 AM
Maybe try the phone first?
Quack
04-27-08, 12:50 PM
I like using the wheel, makes you think you're actually driving.
MadonnasManOne
04-27-08, 01:08 PM
ugh, getting up at 7am on a Sunday to go sell this stupid game at work...Mario better come give me a hand job.
If you don't like your job, find something else. I'm sure there are plenty of other people who would be willing to fill your position. It doesn't mean this is a stupid game. Some people.
TheDude
04-27-08, 02:25 PM
Just picked up the game and spent a little while playing. I love the wheel, much easier to use than I had anticipated after reading the scuttlebutt online. Even my wife, who's normally not a huge gamer loved the wheel and has already stated how we need to get another one so we can race against each other.
I played a couple of games online; picked up a cheap win when I got a 'Bullet Bill' on the last lap, overall I've really enjoyed what I've seen.
mzupeman2
04-27-08, 02:38 PM
There's nothing really revolutionary about this game itself or the Wii wheel. I do have to say, as skeptical as I was, I found the Wii wheel to be quite easy to use. I had to do a few races to get used to it, and a few more to become accustomed to manually sliding again, but the Wii wheel is a hell of a lot of fun to use. And, this time around, we get to play each other online. You can't really beat that for a Mario Kart experience.
GizmoDVD
04-27-08, 03:13 PM
Anyone had any stock issues with this? I plan on going to Target soon to grab 2 copies and an extra wheel...
lordwow
04-27-08, 05:34 PM
Picked this up and an extra wheel. Pretty fun races except for the annoying elastic banding & ridiculous "hit with a blue shell right before the finish line" moments.
And the Battle mode is completely ruined with the teams, and it feels far slower than the old ones.
maingon
04-27-08, 05:47 PM
Just got it, wheels okay, Still like playing with the controller, Wy cant you jump to slide in this? I am so used to playing like that. I do agree, it does feel pretty slow. In the early easy races, it feels like you are going 15 mph.
Looking forward to playing online though.
Michael Corvin
04-27-08, 06:02 PM
Wy cant you jump to slide in this?
You must not have played DD. Another reason why I wasn't a fan of that game.
MadonnasManOne
04-27-08, 06:10 PM
I just got home with it! I'm getting ready to play for the first time!
maingon
04-27-08, 06:26 PM
You must not have played DD. Another reason why I wasn't a fan of that game.
nope last Mario Kart Game that I played was on the DS
MadonnasManOne
04-27-08, 06:36 PM
Wow! I just played the 50cc Mushroom Cup Grand Prix, and I barely made first place, by one point! I'm using the Wii Wheel, and it actually works much better than I expected. Although, there is a learning curve, of course, which offers a challenge. All in all, I'm very pleased, so far!
mzupeman2
04-27-08, 07:32 PM
There very much is a learning curve, which isn't bad at all because you're going from 'doing alright as just a beginner' after a couple of races to get the feel for it, to become awesome at it. I'm finding myself to be highly efficient with the wheel now and I don't want to even attempt to try another control scheme... as this is the most fun I've had playing a Mario Kart game due to online stuff, and also using the wheel. Once you learn how to master the slide by controlling your curve from turning in or out of your turn when you need to, you'll have a ball.
tanman
04-27-08, 08:48 PM
So a lot of people seem to like the wheel we get it is kind of feels like driving. But I want to know does the wheel really add that much compared to just holding the remote itself? I can't really see how it could make that much of a difference.
MadonnasManOne
04-27-08, 09:03 PM
So a lot of people seem to like the wheel we get it is kind of feels like driving. But I want to know does the wheel really add that much compared to just holding the remote itself? I can't really see how it could make that much of a difference.
The wheel does make a difference, compared to just holding the Wii remote sideways. It feels more sturdy, and helps you to actually steer the correct way. I'm quite enjoying playing with the wheel! It's MUCH better than I imagined it would be!
dvd182
04-27-08, 09:32 PM
Does anyone know how to access your overall online wins/losses? Someone posted this screen on GAF that has it, but I can't figure out the path in either the game or the MKWii Channel to get there.
http://i26.tinypic.com/20fp44x.jpg
lordwow
04-27-08, 10:05 PM
I could not imagine just holding the wiimote without the wheel.
SmackDaddy
04-27-08, 10:19 PM
Just picked this up a few hours ago and my question is:
How did they get the online sooo right with this (especially the random matchmaking) and go so wrong with SSBB??
I'm still getting dodgy random matches with SSBB, but with MK Wii it's been smooth sailing! Sweet game, and yeah, there is a slight learning curve with the wheel (espcially if you've played Excite Truck for any length of time).
JChaos
04-27-08, 10:29 PM
Does anyone know how to access your overall online wins/losses? Someone posted this screen on GAF that has it, but I can't figure out the path in either the game or the MKWii Channel to get there.
http://i26.tinypic.com/20fp44x.jpg
From the Main Menu, go to License Settings up in the top right corner. Then go to Check Records, and it's the 4th screen in.
FatTony
04-27-08, 10:30 PM
Add me to the list of people who are falling in love with the wheel. I figured I'd try it out and pass it off to my gf when I decided it was time to move back to the wiimote-nunchuck/wavebird configuration. But I can see myself sticking with the wheel and possibly picking up another one.
That said, I have a few gripes about the game:
- The "retro" tracks really only got a facelift, but didn't really change functionally (such as taking advantage of the new mid-air "trick" boosts). Ultimately, this makes the older tracks feel a lot slower than the new ones.
- While I love that the number of karts on a track has increased to 12, I absolutely hate how artificially difficult this makes the game with regard to items. I shit you not, I just played a race where I was in first for most of the time, and mere yards from the finish I was hit by a blue shell, followed by a lightning bolt, followed by a red shell, followed by another blue shell. I finished in 5th.
- I also don't like that the character-unique items have disappeared. It removes any distinction within the specific weight classes.
Ultimately, like SSBB, this game is just more of the same. While that's not an inherently bad thing ("if it ain't broke, don't fix it"), it is starting to get a bit stale. I can still see myself spending many evenings with this game, but at the same time it's hard to see myself buying into another one unless they really try to do something different next time around. The wheel is a nice addition, but I'd almost rather they'd gone for a nunchuck-wiimote setup where the wiimote is used for aiming your various attack items. The elimination of that goddamn blue shell would be welcome, as well.
Can't wait for Yahtzee to rip this game a new one, though.
mzupeman2
04-27-08, 10:45 PM
I definitely see what you're saying, but I feel this is the 'ultimate Mario Kart' in that it changed things up gameplay wise a little, added some new features, and added some really cool new courses, while throwing in facelifts of the best of the best courses from other games. If they made more Mario Kart which I'm sure in the future they will in some way shape or form, then at that point I'd kinda go 'ugh', but if this was the last Mario Kart we saw in a long time, this game is a great way to send it off.
dvd182
04-27-08, 11:00 PM
From the Main Menu, go to License Settings up in the top right corner. Then go to Check Records, and it's the 4th screen in.
Thanks a lot. Some pretty interesting stat tracking on that screen!
I agree with items being a pain with 12 players. If you're near the front of the pack and get caught out in the open it's not uncommon to face the wrath of the entire middle to the back of the group's weapon inventory.
This is still an absolute blast, though. Hopefully they do quite a few tournaments; those could end up being a ton of fun if done right and often.
lordwow
04-27-08, 11:05 PM
The one thing I really did enjoy was the "2D feel" of the old SNES tracks. They felt just like playing the original, where there's no height and you could never really figure out what was next unless you memorized the track.
MadonnasManOne
04-28-08, 12:58 AM
Loving this game! However, the damn Grumble Volcano track is KILLER!
Ravenous
04-28-08, 02:24 AM
I think the game sucks. I hate rubber band AI and I hate getting hit with 3 lightnings before the end of the first lap! Plus all Im getting are fucking bananas! And I despise that POW :mad:
The music is SOOOOOO annoying. Blech.
Thankfully I only paid $25
MadonnasManOne
04-28-08, 02:44 AM
I think the game sucks. I hate rubber band AI and I hate getting hit with 3 lightnings before the end of the first lap! Plus all Im getting are fucking bananas! And I despise that POW :mad:
The music is SOOOOOO annoying. Blech.
Thankfully I only paid $25
Well, you are always going to have a few sour grapes in the bunch. ;)
I'm a tasty grape! I can't put this game down, and I am not at all upset to have paid full price. This is just my type of game! Although, I do agree about that POW block. I'd like there to be a way to knock that sucker out!
Ravenous
04-28-08, 02:48 AM
Yea we cant put it down either and we will beat this game. ASAP. I love MK but I find myself cursing this game and its creators nonstop. I just dont like bullshit and games where luck counts and skill dont mean shit.
Also whats up with those stupid rankings at the end? I just got first on all 4 levels in lightening cup (60 score) and I get a B? WTF? Plus I see carts doing stunts in the air, why cant I do that?
MadonnasManOne
04-28-08, 03:01 AM
Yea we cant put it down either and we will beat this game. ASAP. I love MK but I find myself cursing this game and its creators nonstop. I just dont like bullshit and games where luck counts and skill dont mean shit.
Also whats up with those stupid rankings at the end? I just got first on all 4 levels in lightening cup (60 score) and I get a B? WTF? Plus I see carts doing stunts in the air, why cant I do that?
You can do the stunts. When you have the opportunity, like on a ramp, you actually flick the Wii Wheel (or Wii Remote) forward and backward, and you can perform those stunts. When you land, you'll get a mini boost. Of course, you have to set boost to manual, instead of automatic, in order to pull off the mini boosts.
Go here: http://guides.ign.com/guides/949580/page_10.html to learn about this!
kstublen
04-28-08, 03:29 AM
I got it earlier today but wasn't able to play it until just now (have term papers due tomorrow). I tried it with the wheel first, and it was actually quite intuitive. I wasn't a fan of the earlier games with the wheel, but they have definitely improved upon it. I tried it with the nunchuck, and it just didn't seem as fun as actually turning it myself. I'll be playing this nonstop in a few days, I can already tell.
lordwow
04-28-08, 06:36 AM
The POW Block is the same exact thing as the lightning bolt, only you don't end up small and slow after the fact.
C-Mart
04-28-08, 08:51 AM
I picked this up yesterday and I really like it so far. I like the wheel too. It took me a bit but I finally figured out that the "Manual" and "Automatic" choice was for drifting and not shifting as it is in most other games. I was having a hell of a time wondering why my "B" button was using items instead of hopping. Now I've got it set right and all is good.
I played a few games online, some races and some battles. My only observation about that is the voting to pick a track. Everyone puts up a track name, but then it seems randomly picked out of those tracks. I've seen it pick a track that only one person voted for when there were tracks with multiple votes on the screen. It isn't a bad thing, but they just shouldn't call it "Vote" if it isn't a true vote.
I can't wait for my friends to pick this up so we can play online.
steebo777
04-28-08, 09:42 AM
Add me to the list of surprised that the WiiWheel worked so well. I prefer to use the Classic Controller, but the WiiWheel isn't that bad. As for the game, I find it pretty easy so far until 150cc, although I feel fairly seasoned as I've owned and played all MKs. I am slightly disappointed by the graphics, but I was expecting it, so it definitely is not a deal breaker. Online is seamless (the invite a friend feature is AWESOME) with no lag. I love the MK Channel on the WiiChannel list. I despise the fact that there is no single player battle mode (wtf were they thinking?). My girlfriend literally said I am addicted to this game. It is the new WiiCrack for me, although SSBB is still played a ton too.
I am thinking about looking through this thread to see who I have on my Wii friends list and sending invites to join online. Anyone opposed to this?
You must not have played DD. Another reason why I wasn't a fan of that game.
All you have to do is set the power slide to 'Manual' instead of 'Automatic'. I prefer it that way myself.
MadonnasManOne
04-28-08, 11:14 AM
I am thinking about looking through this thread to see who I have on my Wii friends list and sending invites to join online. Anyone opposed to this?
I would love you to add me to your list of Wii Friends, so that we can add each other in Mario Kart Wii. I have you added to my Wii Friends list, so, it should be easy to invite me to join you online. Let me know if you add me!
steebo777
04-28-08, 11:16 AM
Cool, I'll do it tonight.
maingon
04-28-08, 11:31 AM
i love the fact in multiplayer is shows where the people that you are playing against are from.
played a race online this morning and there were people in the race from all over the world.
C-Mart
04-28-08, 12:01 PM
Do you need the MK code to invite friends (see sig) or can you just use the regular Wii friend code?
lordwow
04-28-08, 12:12 PM
you need the MK code.
C-Mart
04-28-08, 12:15 PM
That's what I thought, but some of the earlier discussions had me thinking otherwise.
MadonnasManOne
04-28-08, 12:19 PM
Actually, if you already registered your Wii Friend Code with someone else, and you have Mario Kart Wii, you can invite friends from within the game, and when the friend accepts, it will automatically register their Mario Kart Wii code. In other words, if they are already in your Wii Friends list, and they also have Kart, all you have to do is invite them (or vice versa), and then accept. You won't have to go through the process of entering their Mario Kart Wii code.
Quack
04-28-08, 12:21 PM
Tried using a motorcycle this morning online and I sucked bad with it.....
firteen88
04-28-08, 12:26 PM
My Review
First let me say that I've been anticipating this game since I got the Wii at launch. I loved double dash and have been looking forward to this ever since.
Gameplay
- I think the Wheel stinks. I used it for the first few hours, and while I agree that it is easy to use, it's just not very practical. I may need more practice with it (and i will give it some more time) but I couldn't turbo slide for anything.
- I then used the wiimote with the nunchuck.. A MILLION TIMES BETTER. The game was so much smoother this way and I had a lot more fun with it.
The Tracks
- I'm a bit dissapointed with the tracks. There aren't really any "wow" tracks for me (like the pinball track on the DS). Even the retro tracks aren't that good. They seem to have picked the worst tracks from older games. Like the DS tracks consist of Peach gardens, Yoshi falls, Delfinso square...Why not the pinball track?? And where the hell is BABY PARK!!!??? That was the best track in the game and I can't believe it was left out.
Graphics
- No better than the gamecube. but I don't really care about that.
Online
haven't tried it yet but I'm sure its awesome. I need more practice before I even attempt playing with others. Don't feel like getting my ass kicked.
All in all, I know I'm gonna have fun with this game. Especially trying to unlock everything. I am a bit dissapointed with the track selection and thought they could've come up with better ones than this. he wheel is def a gimmick right now (but i'll give it another try) anyone have any tips for sliding easier?
Right now I give the game a 7 out of 10...but that could def change the more I play it.
Kelkee
04-28-08, 12:51 PM
I played a few games online, some races and some battles. My only observation about that is the voting to pick a track. Everyone puts up a track name, but then it seems randomly picked out of those tracks. I've seen it pick a track that only one person voted for when there were tracks with multiple votes on the screen. It isn't a bad thing, but they just shouldn't call it "Vote" if it isn't a true vote.
Just have to get used to the idea you are not voting a majority. You are only increasing your odds that your track gets picked if people choose the same track.
This way the most popular tracks don't dominate the schedule every race.
GizmoDVD
04-28-08, 12:58 PM
...So anyone want to play online? My friend code is...
1719-3582-5674
If anyone adds me please PM me with your code so I can you back.
C-Mart
04-28-08, 01:00 PM
Just have to get used to the idea you are not voting a majority. You are only increasing your odds that your track gets picked if people choose the same track.
This way the most popular tracks don't dominate the schedule every race.
That makes sense. So I've gone through this thread and pulled all the Wii codes I could find - I'm going to add these tonight (if they aren't already on the list):
Would anyone be interested in a DVD Talk MK tournament like the one we had with Strikers when it came out? I think it would be a lot of fun with races and battles, etc... If we had 24 people then we could have a series of races of 12 people each, with the top 6 being bumped from each to form the final 12, etc... Of course it was very difficult even to get 2 people to coordinate their time for the Strikers tournament... 12 people would be insane and would probably never happen.
Edited to add codes to list
Brett
04-28-08, 01:32 PM
That makes sense. So I've gone through this thread and pulled all the Wii codes I could find - I'm going to add these tonight (if they aren't already on the list):
Would anyone be interested in aDVD Talk MK tournament like the one we had with Strikers when it came out? I think it would be a lot of fun with races and battles, etc... If we had 24 people then we could have a series of races of 12 people each, with the top 6 being bumped from each to form the final 12, etc... Of course it was very difficult even to get 2 people to coordinate their time for the Strikers tournament... 12 people would be insane and would probably never happen.
C-Mart,
Great Idea!
I don't have Mario Kart yet, but I'll add your Wii Code (as well as the others you listed) so when I do get Mario Kart, I don't need to add a pile of Friend Codes as well.
Ocelot
04-28-08, 02:22 PM
Just ordered this game for $25 from buy.com ($25 off $75 coupon, i bought something else with the game, so it's not exactly fair to apply all of the $25 to the game).
pinata242
04-28-08, 02:25 PM
Is that a publicly available coupon code or just something they gave you? I suppose I could hunt the deal sites, but I'm feeling extra lazy this Monday afternoon...
kstublen
04-28-08, 02:59 PM
I'll be online in about a week. Going home for the summer. My dorm doesn't have wireless so I've been stuck without playing SSB online as well.
MadonnasManOne
04-28-08, 03:00 PM
That makes sense. So I've gone through this thread and pulled all the Wii codes I could find - I'm going to add these tonight (if they aren't already on the list):
Would anyone be interested in aDVD Talk MK tournament like the one we had with Strikers when it came out? I think it would be a lot of fun with races and battles, etc... If we had 24 people then we could have a series of races of 12 people each, with the top 6 being bumped from each to form the final 12, etc... Of course it was very difficult even to get 2 people to coordinate their time for the Strikers tournament... 12 people would be insane and would probably never happen.
Edited to add codes to list
This is a great idea, although I think it will be very difficult to coordinate. I am going to add the codes you've listed (some of them I already have), but, I won't get a chance to do so until very late this evening.
freakjae
04-28-08, 04:01 PM
i'd be up for some online...i don't have my mk code right now but my friend code is in my sig. i'll add the mk code when i get home from work
C-Mart
04-28-08, 04:03 PM
I've been thinking about it and I think the only way to do it is have a set date and time for everyone to meet up. If you're interested PM me and I'll start a new thread and set up the rules, etc...
When you PM indicate a day of the week and approximate time that would be the absolute best for you, along with 2 alternate days and times. We'll set up something for a couple of weeks from now. I'm envisioning a battle tournament and a race tournament at the same time.
steebo777
04-28-08, 04:43 PM
I've been thinking about it and I think the only way to do it is have a set date and time for everyone to meet up. If you're interested PM me and I'll start a new thread and set up the rules, etc...
When you PM indicate a day of the week and approximate time that would be the absolute best for you, along with 2 alternate days and times. We'll set up something for a couple of weeks from now. I'm envisioning a battle tournament and a race tournament at the same time.
Wicked good idea. PM sent.
And as we said earlier, all you need is someone's Wii system code. You just go to the MK Channel and go to the friends option. When you click on it, at the bottom there is an option to send someone your MK code. It is really easy and a slick way to exchange MK codes.
TheDude
04-28-08, 05:44 PM
Here's my MK code (do I need to give anything else?):
4854-6836-8925
C-Mart
04-28-08, 05:58 PM
I haven't added any friends to my list yet, but I know both people need to add the other's code to their list. I've added you to the main list, and I'll add you when I get home and am able to. Then you just need to add my code to your list and that should be it.
JChaos
04-28-08, 09:52 PM
Here's my MK friend code, I'd also be interested in any tournament put together:
MKWii: 0774-4654-7146
steebo777
04-28-08, 10:04 PM
That makes sense. So I've gone through this thread and pulled all the Wii codes I could find - I'm going to add these tonight (if they aren't already on the list):
Would anyone be interested in a DVD Talk MK tournament like the one we had with Strikers when it came out? I think it would be a lot of fun with races and battles, etc... If we had 24 people then we could have a series of races of 12 people each, with the top 6 being bumped from each to form the final 12, etc... Of course it was very difficult even to get 2 people to coordinate their time for the Strikers tournament... 12 people would be insane and would probably never happen.
Edited to add codes to list
I added everyone on this list tonight. Please add me with either my Wii System code of MK code in my sig. Cheers!
C-Mart
04-29-08, 01:01 AM
I'm getting ready to add everyone now.
FYI MadonnasManOne won't be able to post for a week, but he will be adding codes from this thread to play Mario Kart Wii.
Wick
04-29-08, 07:50 AM
I'm having a lot of fun with it. The online is a blast and the single player is relatively lengthy (I think it took me about 2 hours to do all of the 50cc cups, without losing any.) Overall, I'm impressed, but it's nothing revolutionary. It's a Hell of a lot of fun, though.
keit2208
04-29-08, 07:54 AM
my wii code is in my sig, i have several people on my flist from the threads we had closer to launch
C-Mart
04-29-08, 08:34 AM
I've added everyone in the list in post 134 (and that list is up to date down to the last post).
I hope to setup guidelines for a tournament soon and then I'll start a new thread just for that. I've only gotten 1 PM with availability. The sooner that information is given, the sooner we can get a tournament going.
I'm outside the rest of the day so I won't be able to check in till later. Man do I need an iPhone.
FatTony
04-29-08, 01:56 PM
Alright, I'm changing my verdict on the wheel. I enjoyed it while on the 50cc circuit, but as I've moved to 100cc and now 150cc, this thing has become the bane of my existence. The harder difficulties make it imperative that you pull off tricks on any/all jumps and I've found that the wheel just isn't very good for pulling off the mid-air tricks. I think I'm switching to the nunchuck-Wiimote configuration for the remainder of my time with the game.
I'm finding some of the tracks a bit too huge in scale when compared to the size of the karts/bikes as well. Maybe they designed it that way so that the track is literally wide enough to accomodate all 12 racers, but it really just makes it feel like I'm going really slow sometimes. The retro tracks are especially bad in this regard.
Overall, as I've spent more time with the game, I've realized it feels unfinished and lacks the polish and charm that I've grown to expect from MK games. I would much rather they'd sat on the game a few more months to refine the tracks and balance the combat a bit better. It would have given me more time to spend with SSBB, a game that actually delivered what I expected.
Also, has anyone else noticed that when you turn the system off during the game, for a brief moment the game says that the connection with the Wiimote has been lost before the system shuts down? I've never seen this happen with any other game.
Ocelot
04-29-08, 02:35 PM
Is that a publicly available coupon code or just something they gave you? I suppose I could hunt the deal sites, but I'm feeling extra lazy this Monday afternoon...
Unfortunately it's one of those they give you, sorry :(
pinata242
04-29-08, 03:00 PM
Yeah, I found it was an invite only sort of offer. Too bad because I would have gone in with a friend and got 2 13-month XBL subscriptions for $26.49 each.
firteen88
04-29-08, 03:31 PM
think I'm switching to the nunchuck-Wiimote configuration for the remainder of my time with the game.
This is the best setup. The wheel is just not practical at all. It's fun, but not for the serious racers.
Also, with all the time they had, they couldn't of come up with better weapons/powerups? They're pretty much the same exact ones as the last game with the exeption of the POW weapon and that dumb lightning cloud.
Oh well, I still enjoy the game alot.
Michael Corvin
04-29-08, 03:48 PM
Do the giant weapons make a return for this game? There was nothing more satisfying in DD than dropping a giant banana on a key turn.
chrisih8u
04-29-08, 05:15 PM
Fuck this game. No need for any skill, you just have to pray you don't get fucked over by bullshit weapons while I only pick up a banana. I can't count how many times I'v lost on the last lap due to some real cheap shit. I got pushed over the edge on Rainbow Rd, so when I got dropped off I was in 4th place. Before I could even move the 5th place guy knocked me back over the edge. Then the same thing happened with the 10th place person.
At least I get GTA tomorrow. This game sucks.
pinata242
04-30-08, 02:24 AM
Getting more and more happy that I learned my lesson after Strikers, MP8, and SSBB. Nintendo doesn't seem to be bringing it with these franchise-spanners lately. IMO, of course.
Tracer Bullet
04-30-08, 07:49 AM
Is the online as laggy as SSBB?
SmackDaddy
04-30-08, 08:26 AM
The online, for me so far, has been lag free. Even in games with the players maxed out. It's been the complete opposite of SSBB (at least for random matches).
I don't really get all the complaints from everyone, I'm having a blast with it. Yeah, I was leading one of my races last night but ended up 6th since I got blasted with a blue shell, but so what? It was still fun. I made up for it the next few games (aah sweet revenge!).
kstublen
04-30-08, 09:03 AM
I loathe the blue shell. It is the bane of my Mario Kart Wii existence. And I agree with SmackDaddy...I don't get all of the complaints. It does take some degree of skill, the power-slide is wonderful. I like the ramps, tricks, etc. Not to mention the fact, the computer players are MUCH better (same goes for the computer players in Brawl), so it makes it more difficult. I think it's cool to win/lose a race literally 1 "inch" from the finish line.
superdeluxe
04-30-08, 09:15 AM
Fuck this game. No need for any skill, you just have to pray you don't get fucked over by bullshit weapons while I only pick up a banana. I can't count how many times I'v lost on the last lap due to some real cheap shit. I got pushed over the edge on Rainbow Rd, so when I got dropped off I was in 4th place. Before I could even move the 5th place guy knocked me back over the edge. Then the same thing happened with the 10th place person.
At least I get GTA tomorrow. This game sucks.
Welcome to mario kart :lol:
Ocelot
04-30-08, 10:06 AM
This is the best setup. The wheel is just not practical at all. It's fun, but not for the serious racers.
Also, with all the time they had, they couldn't of come up with better weapons/powerups? They're pretty much the same exact ones as the last game with the exeption of the POW weapon and that dumb lightning cloud.
Oh well, I still enjoy the game alot.
thanks for the info, i think i'll use the nunchuck setup and leave the wheel to the kids. Thank goodness i didn't buy any extra plastic wheels (it was $10 from Amazon and a lot of people bought three).
Baron Of Hell
04-30-08, 11:40 AM
Can you limit weapons during online? One of things I hated about MK DS was the weapons and power ups that didn't use any type of skill.
mezcla
04-30-08, 12:12 PM
It would take a lot for me to enjoy this more than MK: DD but the online component and the wheel have already got me hooked. I miss character specific items and karts and I think some of the items are kind of lame. I do love the bullet bill though. I get frustrated with the blue shell and the AI but as someone else said, welcome to Mario Kart. As hard as it might be to beat 100-150cc with the wheel I probably will stick with it out of sheer stubbornness. I love it.
C-Mart
04-30-08, 12:43 PM
I am also having a great time with this game. I haven't had the time to get through the 100 or 150cc GPs yet, but I am going to try it with the wheel and see how it goes. I bought an extra one, so when playing with friends or with my wife then I will definately use that, but for online and the harder skill levels I may just have to switch to nunchuck. I have a wavebird to so that's an option.
0073735963
04-30-08, 12:53 PM
Game is decent, loses a few points because of rubber-band AI and that battle mode now sucks. However, online is a million times better than Smash so that helps out a ton.
I never played DD so it may have ended there, but can you speed up your item selection? In MK64 as soon as the items started scrolling in your box, you could hit the button again to have it stop as opposed to waiting the three seconds or whatever for it to automatically choose your item. It seems like you can't do that in this version..unless I'm missing something??
C-Mart
04-30-08, 01:36 PM
I'm a little off on my game vocabulary. Is rubber band AI the fact that the people in the back go faster than those in the front? (Also enhanced by power ups that move you faster if you are behind, rather than power ups that you drop on the track if you are in front - hence the reason that the leader gets a lot of bananas and faux blocks.)
Also, I missed out on DD, and I've heard the term "snaking" a lot. What is snaking?
FatTony
04-30-08, 01:42 PM
I'm a little off on my game vocabulary. Is rubber band AI the fact that the people in the back go faster than those in the front? (Also enhanced by power ups that move you faster if you are behind, rather than power ups that you drop on the track if you are in front - hence the reason that the leader gets a lot of bananas and faux blocks.)
Also, I missed out on DD, and I've heard the term "snaking" a lot. What is snaking?
Snaking:
The execution of several consecutive mini-turbos, by drifting back and forth across a straightaway is a technique known as "snaking", but is officially called a "Mini-Turbo". Snaking was originally known as performing "Straight-Stretch Mini-Turbos" in the Mario Kart 64 era. Some people claim snaking as cheating, but others say this is a "skill" that is practiced on Wi-fi. A Nintendo of America official has personally described snaking as an intentional part of the game's design, considering that a similar technique could also be performed in Mario Kart: Double Dash!!.
Rubber-band AI
If an AI opponent falls far enough behind the rest of the drivers it suddenly receives an enormous boost in speed (and in the case of Kart Racers, such as Mario Kart, give them the items most effective at disabling the lead) enabling it to catch up and again become competitive. This technique is known as "rubber banding" because it allows the AI character to instantly snap back into competitive a position.
C-Mart
04-30-08, 02:25 PM
Cool, thanks.
Ravenous
04-30-08, 03:39 PM
Fuck this game. I hate wasting my time just to get fucked in the end. Whoever programmed this bullshit may their mother die of cancer of the eyes!
-End Tony mood.
DVDChris
04-30-08, 04:24 PM
Is anyone having trouble where the game freezes up on you? I cannot even do the Flower cup because the game goes to a black screen and never loads the first track.
sauce07
04-30-08, 04:38 PM
Fuck this game. I hate wasting my time just to get fucked in the end. Whoever programmed this bullshit may their mother die of cancer of the eyes!
-End Tony mood.
yeh I hate that too but I just remind myself that this is Mario Kart, not GT
C-Mart
04-30-08, 05:04 PM
I know some changes have been made to this game through it's many incarnations, but hasn't it been essentially the same game since its inception? As sauce07 put it, this is Mario Kart, not Gran Turismo.
One of the most fun things is to be in 2nd only to scream a shell into 1st place and take it at the last second. I can't fault the computer for that.
All of this stuff happens online against other people as well. When in first place you have to know that you're a target, and given enough practice, you can try to be prepared for at least a few of the attacks. If I'm in 1st on the last lap I try to keep a ring of shells or a trail of bananas behind me to block anything coming my way. Sure, a blue shell, pow, or lightning can get me, but more times than not I make it to the finish line untouched, and those times that I do get clobbered, I still win. I think its only been a few times that I have actually lost a race due to attack stacking from the AI or from the opponents online.
If you want a straight up racing game go buy GT because Mario Kart certainly is not it.
dvdhook
04-30-08, 05:22 PM
Can anyone tell me if this game has a Mission mode, similar to the one in Mario Kart DS?
C-Mart
04-30-08, 05:54 PM
All it has is GP, VS, Time Trial and online play... unless a mission mode is something that is hidden.
SmackDaddy
04-30-08, 05:55 PM
I've only played a little of the offline mode, but I see what people are complaining about. But really, most (not all) racing games have cheap AI. After all, what fun is it really to be out front for an entire race with no competition. Plus, it's not like you can't employ the same tactics against the AI opponents.
I tend to stay around middle of the pack. I don't really make a move until the last 2/3 of a lap. Makes it more fun to be back in the pack, also makes you a better player as you can observe the different strategies employed by the AI or human opponents (online).
Oh, and once again, WHY OH WHY couldn't SSBB be as lag free as MK??!!??
dvdhook
04-30-08, 10:38 PM
All it has is GP, VS, Time Trial and online play... unless a mission mode is something that is hidden.
Thanks for info. That's too bad, I really enjoyed the missions on the DS version.
My game is scheduled to arrive tomorrow... the wait is driving me crazy!
missingtoof
05-01-08, 03:41 PM
So on Monday and Tuesday, connecting to online games went pretty fast -- I'd select a character/vehicle then move quickly to the opponent selection screen and track selection screen. Then the match would start in a matter of seconds.
Yesterday, every time I tried to connect to a match, I got the "Please wait a moment..." notice and had to wait in spectator mode for something like 4 mins during an in-progess match that just got underway (like 10 secs in). I couldn't even back out to the main menu unless I hit the reset button!
Wouldn't it make more sense to have players immediately join matches that just get underway, rather than spectating a for God-knows-long? Even better: Allowing players to back out of an in-progress match while spectating?
It's at its absolute worst when a track that would normally take 3 mins to complete is extended to 6 mins or more, because some j/o decides to take his/her sweet time finishing the race despite the fact that they've been guaranteed last place.
C-Mart
05-01-08, 05:23 PM
It's at its absolute worst when a track that would normally take 3 mins to complete is extended to 6 mins or more, because some j/o decides to take his/her sweet time finishing the race despite the fact that they've been guaranteed last place.
I've never waited more than a minute or two for an in-progress match. And after the leader crosses the finish line the last place has 30 seconds to finish or the race is called. I've seen many races end with the last person not over the finish line. Also, they always have a countdown timer, and I've never actually seen the timer hit zero before the match ends.
To be honest, I've only played maybe 15 online matches since I got the game, so you probably have more examples than I do... but I did play online yesterday several times with none of these issues.
I agree that if you want to back out instead of waiting then you should be able to. I don't agree that if a match is already in progress (even for a few seconds) that you should be able to jump right in. There are probably logistical issues of spawning a new vehicle in the middle of a race. Spawning in the middle of a FPS is a bit different... there are no places, lap times, etc... being kept track of.
Waiting a few minutes isn't that big of a deal to me, but to each his own I suppose.
missingtoof
05-01-08, 06:24 PM
^ Yeah, I see your point about spawning in a racer vs an FPS. Guess I'm just too used to COD 4. But being able to back out while at the "Please wait" screen would be awesome. Hopefully it's a quick fix via patch. *crosses fingers*
C-Mart
05-01-08, 07:44 PM
^Great screen-name by the way.
gmerreighnjr
05-01-08, 09:59 PM
finally had a chance to break this open tonight--fun as hell....i'll be around tomorrow night if anyone wants to play--i'll add the people listed to my address book
Ravenous
05-01-08, 10:39 PM
According to a FAQ I have to do this:
TIME TRIAL
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Set times on 8 different courses - Magikruiser (Small Bike)
Set times on 16 different courses - Birdo (character)
Set times on 32 different courses - Toadette (character)
What the hell does that mean? I played 8 and got the best time. But it was solo. Do I have to race a ghost or online?
I fucking loathe whoever designed/programmed this goddamn game.
manicsounds
05-02-08, 07:14 AM
Just race against the staff ghost player for each course, you don't have to win. Just as long as your time is recorded, then those characters will appear.
If you beat the staff ghost significantly, then you will be treated to the super-hard staff ghost.
dkny75
05-02-08, 01:57 PM
I added two friends yesterday night and they did the same. Unfortunately it still says that we weren't confirmed as friends. I was able to race regionally but does anyone know what I'm doing wrong? None of us can figure it out.
C-Mart
05-02-08, 02:23 PM
I added two friends yesterday night and they did the same. Unfortunately it still says that we weren't confirmed as friends. I was able to race regionally but does anyone know what I'm doing wrong? None of us can figure it out.
The only thing I can think of is if a code was input incorrectly. Have you verified all codes (including the one that you gave them to input)?
dkny75
05-02-08, 02:29 PM
Yeah both codes were correct. I tried inputting them manually and also through the mario kart invitation sent as a message between our Wiis. I'm thoroughly confused and so are my friends.
0rac
05-02-08, 05:37 PM
Maybe it's just me but anyone else hate that the game doesn't show your TIME after the race. I loved looking at very close races and see the time. I HATE that it's gone.
Also I am, not yet anyway, to happy with the new Battle games. I loved Battle Mode but the way it is now isn't has fun as before. Maybe I just have to get use to it. Over all I LOVE the game!
Just wish I could get that turbo start that EVERYONE else seems to get but me.
C-Mart
05-02-08, 06:46 PM
Maybe it's just me but anyone else hate that the game doesn't show your TIME after the race. I loved looking at very close races and see the time. I HATE that it's gone.
Also I am, not yet anyway, to happy with the new Battle games. I loved Battle Mode but the way it is now isn't has fun as before. Maybe I just have to get use to it. Over all I LOVE the game!
Just wish I could get that turbo start that EVERYONE else seems to get but me.
Push and hold the gas about halfway through the "2" beep.
BeanDip0001
05-03-08, 09:41 AM
i love this game; almost as much as i love making new mii guys! my code for this game is 3909-8070-1752 let me know if i need to add you :banana:
Michael Corvin
05-03-08, 11:46 AM
I picked this up last night and gave the first couple of cups. I don't get the gripes. The rubberband AI didn't seem any different than the other games in the series. Finished every race in first. Just gotta get so far out in the lead that a blue shell/lightning bolt don't phase you. So far it has a strong Mario Kart 64 vibe which is fine by me. That's my favorite in the series.
My only gripe is the graphics seem worse than Double Dash. I haven't owned DD in about 18 months so I can't compare but it seems very ugly.
Goldberg74
05-03-08, 12:08 PM
Picked it up last night and cleared the first two cups with Wario.
Tried my hand at the motorbikes. They'll take some getting used to. ;)
I'll post my code later today.
Tracer Bullet
05-03-08, 12:11 PM
My only gripe is the graphics seem worse than Double Dash. I haven't owned DD in about 18 months so I can't compare but it seems very ugly.
I don't know about that. There was a noticeable difference between the Wii tracks and the GC track.
mhg83
05-03-08, 12:16 PM
I also purchased and played it last night. Man this is a fun game! A nice diversion from all the killing I've been doing in gta4. I'm new to playing online and was wondering where can i locate my code?
Michael Corvin
05-03-08, 12:19 PM
Speaking of new owners. I thought the disc was supposed to install a new channel on the Wii main menu. Mine did not. Did I do something wrong or is it something I have to activate/download?
DVDChris
05-03-08, 12:39 PM
you have to activate it. When you are choosing the game modes, one is Mario Kart Wii Channel.
Jamezuva
05-04-08, 12:42 AM
I have added everyone in this thread.
My Mario Kart Friend Code is 0774-4799-2230
Please let me know either on this thread or via PM that you've added me and I will do likewise if you haven't posted your friend code yet
BeanDip0001
05-04-08, 04:32 AM
hey Jamezuva I added you both times your Wii friend code and the Mario Kart code :)
Ravenous
05-04-08, 05:19 AM
Little help
Ive unlocked EVERYTHING except this:
-Mii Outfit B-
Unlock all (32) Expert Staff Ghost Data in Time Trials
-Mii Outfit C-
Get 15,000 points in VS Mode
How do I know when I unlock all Ghost? I did everything and won that "you opened a faster ghost" or whatever bullshit. But I still didnt get the outfit. Also for the VS mode pts, do I have to do that online?
TheDude
05-04-08, 02:21 PM
Dip and Jamezuva, added both of you to my friends list.
manicsounds
05-04-08, 09:57 PM
Little help
Ive unlocked EVERYTHING except this:
-Mii Outfit B-
Unlock all (32) Expert Staff Ghost Data in Time Trials
-Mii Outfit C-
Get 15,000 points in VS Mode
How do I know when I unlock all Ghost? I did everything and won that "you opened a faster ghost" or whatever bullshit. But I still didnt get the outfit. Also for the VS mode pts, do I have to do that online?
It sucks that they don't tell you when you have opened the faster ghost.
You have to beat the regular ghost at a significant time, some by 7 seconds or so, some by 2 seconds, depends on the track.
I got the B suit, but not the C suit. I don't know anyone that has. I've never seen anyone with more than 10,000 points on VS
Ravenous
05-04-08, 11:55 PM
Yea I beat all the ghost. I noticed that when you dont beat them origianlly, theyre the first (1/2) ghost listed. But when you beat them, your Mii is pictured first and the faster time is moved to (2/2). So I thought I beat them all. I wish there was a way to find out. I guess its no big deal cause I unlocked everything else but I want everything open.
I hardly play online and Im at about 6000. Most people suck and I get about 100 pts each race. Itll be awhile.
I want to add people here but it seems like itll take along time. I dont even know my friend/MK wii number.
steebo777
05-05-08, 03:06 PM
I want to add people here but it seems like itll take along time. I dont even know my friend/MK wii number.
It's pretty much instantly to add a friend. Your Wii number is on your address book main page on the Wii main menu and the MK number is right where you add friends. You can't miss it.
runner001
05-05-08, 08:48 PM
has it already been discussed as to where one might purchase the Thrustmaster T-GoKart NW Wii Wheel? I've googled it but no one seems to be selling it.
Goldberg74
05-05-08, 09:58 PM
has it already been discussed as to where one might purchase the Thrustmaster T-GoKart NW Wii Wheel? I've googled it but no one seems to be selling it.It's bundled with a bunch of other crap here...
TIME TRIAL
----------
Set times on 8 different courses - Magikruiser (Small Bike)
Set times on 16 different courses - Birdo (character)
Set times on 32 different courses - Toadette (character)
What the hell does that mean? I played 8 and got the best time. But it was solo. Do I have to race a ghost or online?
I fucking loathe whoever designed/programmed this goddamn game.
I set times on 10 courses, but never got the Magikruiser bike. Do I actually have to beat the ghosts?
FatTony
05-06-08, 12:59 PM
I set times on 10 courses, but never got the Magikruiser bike. Do I actually have to beat the ghosts?
I didn't beat very many of the ghosts, but I unlocked Birdo, Toadette, and the Magikruiser. However, I found that it doesn't actually give you the "unlocked" notice until the next time you load your profile in the game. Annoying.
I'd like to punch Nintendo in the face for making me actually play time trial mode to unlock things. Then again, I've never been a fan of time trial gameplay.
mezcla
05-06-08, 01:57 PM
I didn't beat very many of the ghosts, but I unlocked Birdo, Toadette, and the Magikruiser. However, I found that it doesn't actually give you the "unlocked" notice until the next time you load your profile in the game. Annoying.
I'd like to punch Nintendo in the face for making me actually play time trial mode to unlock things. Then again, I've never been a fan of time trial gameplay.
I've got a lot of gripes with this game in terms of the way things are unlocked to the way profiles are set up to the lack of multiplayer while in GP mode. That said, I still played it for several hours yesterday and at one point woke up from wii-wheeling (flailing my arms about as if I were steering) in my sleep. I think I would be less interested in Time Trials were it not for the feature where you can compare your time with those of your friends, people in the region, and worldwide. That alone will have me playing Time Trial well after I've unlocked all of the bikes and characters. Of course, nothing beats racing them in real time, but if they're not logged on it's a nice alternative. The added benefit is that you don't have to get worried about being blue shelled into oblivion 5 kart lengths from the finish line.
yeah, i saw that one. i'm hoping to find it sold alone.
C-Mart
05-06-08, 06:01 PM
So far my biggest gripe with this game is that I can't find enough time to play it... that and it has no way to know if I've already sent an invitation to one of my Wii friends (vs. one of my MK friends).
squidget
05-07-08, 06:11 PM
So far I've just done local MP and yeah no GP sucks but that aside my diggin this version. My Kart addiction is satisfied.
Quick question - what is everyone using for voice chat? (those that use it) XBL, skype, phone conference? Can you do a chat room (like 2+) with XBL?
Michael Corvin
05-07-08, 06:59 PM
Quick question - what is everyone using for voice chat? (those that use it) XBL, skype, phone conference? Can you do a chat room (like 2+) with XBL?
For one on one chat just the chat function in XBL. For more than two people the Halo 3 party room.
MadonnasManOne
05-07-08, 08:18 PM
My suspension is finally lifted. I haven't been ignoring anyone. When I get home, I will let everyone know, who I've added, and make sure that they add me. I'll have to post my Mario Kart Wii code.
MadonnasManOne
05-08-08, 02:58 AM
My Mario Kart Wii code is: 1676-4088-2265
My Wii Code is in my signature.
Feel free to send an invite! I have added many of the people on this thread, but, I haven't gotten a response from a few. I'll try to PM those who haven't responded, and let you know that I've added you, and hopefully you'll add me!
Michael Corvin
05-08-08, 07:39 AM
you have to activate it. When you are choosing the game modes, one is Mario Kart Wii Channel.
So the channel is only accessible through the game disc? I thought I read that it installs a new channel in the Wii dashboard.
C-Mart
05-08-08, 08:36 AM
So the channel is only accessible through the game disc? I thought I read that it installs a new channel in the Wii dashboard.
It does, you just have to tell it to. So, from the game go to the MK Channel and it should ask if you want to install it to the Wii, or if it doesn't ask, then you have to find the command that does it.
SmackDaddy
05-08-08, 08:52 AM
Oops....wrong thread!!
Michael Corvin
05-08-08, 09:01 AM
It does, you just have to tell it to. So, from the game go to the MK Channel and it should ask if you want to install it to the Wii, or if it doesn't ask, then you have to find the command that does it.
Hmmm... I poked around and didn't see that option.
steebo777
05-08-08, 09:31 AM
Hmmm... I poked around and didn't see that option.
Look at the settings in the upper right hand corner in your profile.
Scott_Lecter
05-09-08, 07:32 PM
My MK code is 3351-4782-9195
My Wii Friend Code is 8000 7210 6137 1816
I added a bunch of ya'll. Add me back. :)
Jadzia
05-10-08, 06:52 AM
My MK code is 2578-3851-3188
My Wii Friend Code is 8433 2342 3377 3994
Please add me, I am adding you. :)
Michael Corvin
05-10-08, 08:44 AM
Look at the settings in the upper right hand corner in your profile.
Got it. Thanks.
Finally played some [old school-local] 4-player last night. The game definitely has more of a Mario Kart 64 vibe than a Double Dash feel. I have to unlock everything still, but I have to say I'm severly disappointed in the Classic Track selections. There are far better courses than what they chose to include.
It's definitely MOTS though. I think Nintendo needs to retire the franchise for a while and turn it into a 'Nintnendo-Kart' spanning all their franchises like Smash Bros. It would bring something fresh to the game. Think of Samus picking up a morph ball to roll around the track, or Icarus picking up wings to fly over areas. Link using a boomerang on enemies. How about racing around on character themed levels?
Jamezuva
05-10-08, 12:49 PM
I've added you both, Jadzia and Scott Lecter
My codes are in my sig
lordwow
05-10-08, 01:03 PM
Got it. Thanks.
Finally played some [old school-local] 4-player last night. The game definitely has more of a Mario Kart 64 vibe than a Double Dash feel. I have to unlock everything still, but I have to say I'm severly disappointed in the Classic Track selections. There are far better courses than what they chose to include.
It's definitely MOTS though. I think Nintendo needs to retire the franchise for a while and turn it into a 'Nintnendo-Kart' spanning all their franchises like Smash Bros. It would bring something fresh to the game. Think of Samus picking up a morph ball to roll around the track, or Icarus picking up wings to fly over areas. Link using a boomerang on enemies. How about racing around on character themed levels?
I agree with both points Corvin. I had the same thought yesterday abotu a Nintendo-Kart, there's no reason not to.
Jadzia
05-10-08, 08:55 PM
Ok, a couple dumb questions here from a newbie. (Well, I have had my Wii for awhile but this is the first game I have ever used the online feature with.)
How do you add friends with the Wii Code? I added all the MK Codes I could find in Mario Kart. Can you also add the Wii codes in Mario Kart or do you add that separately on the Wii Menu? And if you add friends using the Wii Code/Wii menu then will they also show up in your Mario Kart friends?
Thanks for any help!
MadonnasManOne
05-10-08, 11:12 PM
What happened, Jadzia? We were crusing along, and just got kicked out.
MadonnasManOne
05-10-08, 11:36 PM
Thanks for the online matches, Jadzia! It was fun. We'll have to do it, again! I'm going to veg out for the rest of the evening, and watch some television.
Jadzia
05-11-08, 01:30 AM
Thanks for the online matches, Jadzia! It was fun. We'll have to do it, again! I'm going to veg out for the rest of the evening, and watch some television.
Thank you! Sorry I'm probably boring to play since I am so easy to beat. :) You were about a half lap ahead of me the whole time.
I was proud of myself earlier because I finally won a few online races. I must have been paired with people worse than me. :lol:
What happened, Jadzia? We were crusing along, and just got kicked out.
I suddenly got an error message that the connection was lost. Must have been an internet hiccup?
Qrusher14242
05-11-08, 03:01 PM
hey, just got mario kart and here's my mario kart friend code: 1289-8924-5125
Man its so fun online, having a blast heh
rocketsauce
05-11-08, 07:41 PM
just got mario kart as well, my codes are in my sig...
Jadzia
05-11-08, 07:48 PM
hey, just got mario kart and here's my mario kart friend code: 1289-8924-5125
Man its so fun online, having a blast heh
I will add you, please add me, my # is upthread. I am really enjoying the online playing as well.
My young son loves to play Mario Kart on the DS and I finally set up the DS on the Nintendo WFC. He's playing right now -- I bet the people he is playing against have no idea they are racing against a 3 year old. :lol:
Michael Corvin
05-12-08, 07:56 AM
So, what's the difference between getting the best ratings in Circuit mode? I finish a circuit with all 60 points (1st in all 4 races) and I have a A on one, a * on another and on a third, **. What gives? Is it based on lap times? Number of laps completed in 1st place? Any ideas?
lordwow
05-12-08, 08:31 AM
So, what's the difference between getting the best ratings in Circuit mode? I finish a circuit with all 60 points (1st in all 4 races) and I have a A on one, a * on another and on a third, **. What gives? Is it based on lap times? Number of laps completed in 1st place? Any ideas?
From what I can tell, it has to do with how far ahead you are, how often you go off the track, stunts, and possibly items used.
Michael Corvin
05-12-08, 08:37 AM
From what I can tell, it has to do with how far ahead you are, how often you go off the track, stunts, and possibly items used.
:eek: That's a lot of factors. So is ** the highest rating?
lordwow
05-12-08, 09:22 AM
:eek: That's a lot of factors. So is ** the highest rating?
I assumed there was a 3 * by the way the 2 * is formatted, but I've never gotten it.
The Bus
05-12-08, 10:07 AM
:eek: That's a lot of factors. So is ** the highest rating?
No, *** is the highest rating, considering a similar rating system was used in the "Mission Mode" on MKDS.
tanman
05-13-08, 04:05 AM
So far I've gotten gold in all the GP races but there really are some MAJOR disapointments with this game.
The rubberbandness is MUCH worse then any MK before. I've been a big fan since the beginning but never has it gotten to the point where some races just feel like luck rather then skill. At first with previous MK's you would feel like that but after you got really good you could keep a far enough distance that you could still factor in skill instead of luck. Not anymore.
One big thing they could do to fix it is not have so many freakin' items that make you lose your saved item. I absolutely hate that.
The course design is sporadic. There are a couple that are really good while others, including a sizable portion of classic tracks, are just so-so.
The Wii wheel is not very good. I think one of the major problems with motion controls is that there is no center. You can't just let go and go straight.
I don't understand why you can't play 2 player GP?
Battle Mode should be a free for all.
All that being said I still like the game and everyone needs to add me so we can race :)
hey, just got mario kart and here's my mario kart friend code: 1289-8924-5125
Man its so fun online, having a blast heh
My MK Code # 5198-3237-4176 Added Qrusher...in process of adding others.
Jadzia
05-15-08, 05:31 PM
I won trophies in all the 100cc Grand Prix cups, and it said I unlocked the ability to play both karts and bikes in the 100cc, but now when I go there it still says "Bikes only" and I don't see any option to choose a kart. Am I missing something?
C-Mart
05-15-08, 05:34 PM
If I remember correctly off to the right of the class selection (50cc, 100cc, 150cc) there should be an icon that says "swithc" or something like that. When you click on that then you can use both karts and bikes in that class.
dvd182
05-15-08, 05:38 PM
Not sure if this was posted yet, but Gamecrazy is selling the wheels that came with their/Hollywood Video's rental copies for $4.99 each, or $12.99 for 3. If you're looking for a few more, give your local store a look.
rocketsauce
05-15-08, 08:18 PM
A couple Q's:
Is the unlocked mii a better character to use attributes wise?
Also what combo of characters and bikes/karts is everyone using? I'm having a tough time figuring out what is good to use
John Slider
05-15-08, 09:38 PM
Also what combo of characters and bikes/karts is everyone using?
Depends on the track.
TheDude
05-15-08, 11:02 PM
Also what combo of characters and bikes/karts is everyone using? I'm having a tough time figuring out what is good to use
Mainly heavy characters with their heavy bikes, but please, keep in mind that I am terrible at the game. It just seems easier to me to drift with those characters. I also mainly use the nunchuck/wii-mote control as opposed to the wheel, so take that for what it's worth.
Michael Corvin
05-15-08, 11:45 PM
Depends on the track.
I haven't played a ton but I've stuck with Koopa Troopa and the third car down, not sure what it's called. Haven't gotten used to any of the bikes yet.
tanman
05-16-08, 06:55 PM
A couple Q's:
Is the unlocked mii a better character to use attributes wise?
Also what combo of characters and bikes/karts is everyone using? I'm having a tough time figuring out what is good to use
There hasn't really been a stand out combination like Dry bones and the tank in the DS.
I've been using Dry Bones and the bike.
Jtnguyen12
05-16-08, 07:57 PM
Game Rush Block Buster Sale Preowned Wii Wheel for $9.99. the wheel is totally brand new.
lordwow
05-16-08, 07:58 PM
I use koopa too, usually the first kart, for the best handling.
C-Mart
05-16-08, 08:07 PM
Game Rush Block Buster Sale Preowned Wii Wheel for $9.99. the wheel is totally brand new.
Buy: