Nintendo's decade-old franchise gets the dual-screen treatment. Is this sequel as Super as the original?
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Hint - DK Pass and Yoshi Circuit
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Hint - DK Pass and Yoshi Circuit
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IGN Presents: The History of Super Mario Bros.
It's-a Mario! A look back at the greatest franchise in gaming.
It's-a Mario! A look back at the greatest franchise in gaming.
Yoshi: Evolution of a Dinosaur
A 20-year retrospective chronicling how Mario's steed was born, grew and became a star of his own.
A 20-year retrospective chronicling how Mario's steed was born, grew and became a star of his own.
Latest Mario Kart DS News & Updates
Which is the Best Mario Kart Ever?
Dec 2, 2011 - Mario Kart's been with us for nearly 20 years. But which one delivered the best items, tracks, etc? And which is the best of all? Read on to find out!
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Mario Kart 7 - The Full Track List
Nov 22, 2011 - Want to know what tracks will be included in Nintendo's new Mario Kart game for the 3DS? We have a full listing - and footage of the later courses.
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The 7 Steps to Mario Kart 7
Oct 18, 2011 - As the series' next sequel approaches we look back on the evolution of the franchise so far.
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Nintendo's History at E3: 2005
May 13, 2011 - Revolution was revealed, Game Boy went micro and Wi-Fi was live in this year of transitions. Come and revisit the GameCube's final moments in the sun.
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Donkey Kong Country Returns Sells 4.2 Million
Feb 1, 2011 -
People love 2D games. Amidst news of of revised revenues and Wii sales slowing from their record setting levels, Nintendo announced their top selling Wii and DS games through the end of 2010. If you're a Donkey Kong fan, peel yourself a banana--Retro...
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About this Game
Time to race ... no wires attached. The acclaimed Mario Kart series has gone wireless, letting players race and battle with up to eight karts at once, regardless of whether everyone has a game card. An all-star cast that includes Mario, Luigi, Peach, Yoshi, Donkey Kong, Wario, Bowser and Toad will round out a truly all-star lineup of more than 30 courses drawn from every Mario Kart game. That's right – players will tour courses from Super Mario Kart, Mario Kart 64, Mario Kart: Super Circuit and Mario Kart: Double Dash!!, not to mention brand-new tracks and arenas. With all the crazy items and frantic speed players have come to expect, this game is a Mario Kart fan's dream. Players can battle others around the world by connecting to Nintendo's wireless gaming service, Nintendo Wi-Fi Connection, via Wi-Fi.
Release Date: November 14, 2005
MSRP: $34.99
Exclusively on: Nintendo DS
E for Everyone: Suitable for Persons Ages Six and Older
MSRP: $34.99
Exclusively on: Nintendo DS
E for Everyone: Suitable for Persons Ages Six and Older
Mario Kart DS Ranking
Ranked #2 out of 3473 Nintendo DS rated games.
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