Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a kart racing game for the Nintendo Switch that expands on the Wii U original with new characters, tracks, and a revamped battle mode. Players race in colorful, physics-based courses, using power-ups and drifting to gain advantage. The game supports up to four local players and online multiplayer, and includes a robust online community. The Deluxe edition adds all previously released DLC, a new character, and a new track, making it the definitive version of the series.