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| Mario Kart 8 Nintendo Direct 4.30.14 Summary; A perfect boost | |
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| Brendan | Apr 30 2014, 09:36 AM Post #1 |
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![]() ![]() Nintendo has pulled another Nintendo Direct rabbit out of the hat with its Mario Kart 8 videos, which were released straight onto YouTube. There were subtle regional differences, including the range of titles available in the undoubtedly attractive free Wii U game Club Nintendo promotion, while the North American broadcast had a few extra doses of humor. What the videos do achieve, most importantly for those desperate to learn more about Mario Kart 8, is lift the lid on a number of features that have been cause for speculation or leaks. There are, actually, a few details that remain mysteries, but we did learn a lot. ![]() Online Gameplay The following details were given regarding online races: - Four different modes Worldwide, Regional, Friends and Tournaments, - Voice and text chat are now available in lobbies, the former utilising the GamePad microphone this is in addition to the standard set messages. - Tournaments An intriguing new option, this allows you to set up tournaments for specific times, days and with customisable rules. This includes setting speed class, teams, items, vehicles, control methods, frequency of tournament (such as weekly) and who can take part. It looks to be integrated with Miiverse, and appears to be an extended option of an equivalent mode in Mario Golf: World Tour. - Ghost data download data to race against, including friends, the top 10 players in the world or the development team; beating the latter will reward you with stamps. ![]() - Mario Kart TV It was confirmed previously that you can view a highlight reel, with options to rewind or use slow-mo, and then upload to Miiverse. It was shown how it'll be possible for others to download and watch your highlights and vice-versa while there'll be a display of most popular replays. It'll be an option to comment on videos through Miiverse, while racers can also directly upload their videos to their YouTube accounts by using a Google login, all from in the game. Vehicle Customization Rather like in Mario Kart 7, vehicles can be customised in three key areas body, tires and glider wing. These will all influence different aspects, and the idea is that Mario Kart 8 will offer the most flexible options yet. The broadcast did show some particular combos, details below: Body Circuit Special Tires High-performance Slick Tires Glider Super Glider Performance (out of 6 stars) Speed at 5 stars, Acceleration at 2 stars, Weight at 4 stars, Cornering at 3 stars, Grip at 3 stars Body Sport Bike Tires High-stability Slim Tires Glider Super Glider Performance (out of 6 stars) Speed at 4.5 stars, Acceleration at 4 stars, Weight at 4 stars, Cornering at 4 stars, Grip at 2 stars Body Standard ATV Tires Shock absorbing Monster Tires Glider Wild flying-squirrel Waddle Wing Performance (out of 6 stars) Speed at 4 stars, Acceleration at 1 star, Weight at 5 stars, Cornering at 1.5 stars, Grip at 5 stars Body Prancer Tires Elegant Wood Tires Glider Graceful Peach Parasol Performance (out of 6 stars) Speed at 3 stars, Acceleration at 3 stars, Weight at 3 stars, Cornering at 3.5 stars, Grip at 4.5 stars ![]() New Items Some new items were shown off, some that had been available in preview builds and others that are brand new. Details are below, with the new reveals and information at the top: Super Horn Could be hugely useful: it's a one-hit item that can hit nearby rivals with a burst of noise, but can also take out approaching shells and even the blue Spiny Shell. Crazy Eight An upgrade on the MK7 equivalent, this provides the following weapons: Invincibility Star, Ink Blooper, Coin, Mushroom, Bob-omb, Banana Peel, Red Shell and a Green Shell. Boomerang This can be thrown three times, and is useful for pulling off hits as it's thrown and as it returns. Piranha Plant A favourite of ours in hands-on time, this powerful weapon flips over other racers, eats bananas and grabs items. New Challengers Some new racers were shown, with a confirmed 30 making up the roster, along with the option to play as Mii characters. Two were new reveals, while the Koopalings were shown once again: ![]() - Baby Rosalina ![]() - Pink Gold Peach - Larry - Roy - Iggy - Lemmy - Morton - Wendy - Ludwig Bike vs. Kart In a humorous but fairly interesting segment, MK8 director Kosuki Yabuki showed off his skills while taking equivalent bike and kart setups on multiple laps around Moo Moo Meadows and Mario Circuit, in order to demonstrate the strengths of each vehicle. With multiple laps and remarkably close times, it was shown that the bike was a little quicker on the turn-heavy Moo Moo Meadows, while the kart was a quicker option on Mario Circuit due to the longer straights. The summary was that karts have an advantage on a straight, but bikes are faster around corners. ![]() Anti-Gravity Features While not particularly new information for those that have been following the game closely, series producer Hideki Konno did explain the reasoning behind the anti-gravity feature and explained the Spin Turbo skill. The origins of these anti-grav sections came from the desire to introduce a new mechanic, with rejected ideas including races that go underground. It was explained that the option of flipping the camera when upside down was considered, but rejected in favour of having the best playable experience, a decision that absolutely makes sense for a game targeting gamers of all skill levels. As for Spin Turbo, it's a boost that can be triggered when bumping other racers in anti-gravity mode. It was demonstrated how it could shift the dynamics of play, in which opposing racers could actually bump each other repeatedly for multiple boosts that benefit both players. Courses will also have environmental objects that, when hit, trigger a Spin Turbo boost. Live Music Mario Kart 8 continues the fine work of games like Super Mario 3D World in using music performed by a live band. ![]() Buy Mario Kart 8, Get 1 Free Game All copies of Mario Kart 8 come with a free download code for one of four Wii U games. If users register the game on Club Nintendo before July 31, they get a code for their choice of New Super Mario Bros. U, The Wind Waker HD, Pikmin 3, or Wii Party U. And Finally... The Nintendo Direct closed with a new gameplay trailer, which in itself along with snippets throughout the main broadcasts, shows some new courses. We get a good look at a new Rainbow Road course involving an outer space base, and a spectacular new Bowser's Castle track. Edited by Brendan, May 2 2014, 11:43 AM.
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| Togeshroob | Apr 30 2014, 09:42 AM Post #2 |
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...There was a Direct?! Why are they so secretive about these things? The Smash Direct was advertised something like 4 days before the event, but all the other Directs are usually just out of the complete blue. Anyway, I read for summary, and I will have to watch it later. Crazy good news, though! I totally FREE WiiU game with the purchase of MK8?! I will be spreading the news. |
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| LK | Apr 30 2014, 11:05 AM Post #3 |
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Dude, I'm totally going to register my copy and get Pikmin 3 for free. That's a pretty good deal!
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| Togeshroob | Apr 30 2014, 11:18 AM Post #4 |
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I JUST WATCHED THE DIRECT, OH MY GOSH That was so amazing! Hilarious! Why is it that Nintendo is putting out so many quirky and hilarious videos these days? I'd really recommend watching it, for those of you who haven't yet! It's really fantastic. The Directs just keep getting better and better. Live music recordings? For Mario Kart?! Those performances they showed were a real treat! Seriously, though, everything about this game just looks so good. The courses, the graphics, the customization, the online, the items... The roster is a little weird, but I'm not complaining! @LK That's exactly what I was thinking. |
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| IceCatraz | Apr 30 2014, 01:30 PM Post #5 |
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Yeah, I woke up and a saw a screen shot of Baby Rosalina and Pink Gold Peach this morning on GoNintendo. I went and woke up Alani and we watched the whole thing over breakfast. It was a pleasant surprise. Not fond of the fact that we have 7 Koopalings, another baby, and another Metal character, yet they dropped Diddy, Birdo, King Boo, Bowser Jr., Dry Bowser, Funky, and Dry Bones. That's kind of lame. But I do like Baby Rosalina. I just think it'd would've been cool to have Metal Mario and PGPeach as costumes. Oh well. Is anyone else just like, stunned by how good this game looks? I watched a clip of one of the races on my 65inch in the living room and I'm super excited for it. |
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| VelvetLightning | Apr 30 2014, 06:06 PM Post #6 |
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So yea, now I can race as Peach in any weight class I want, SCORE! Question: I thought that the offer was only for Wii Party U, Zelda WW HD, Pikmin 3, and SMBU? So what is this 2-for-1 thing? How does that work exactly? Cause I have been wanting to get Game & Wario, but I never really wanted to buy it. |
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| LK | Apr 30 2014, 06:29 PM Post #7 |
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I'm not sure how it works, it's pretty confusing to be honest. I love how they added "2 NEW FEMALE CHARACTERS!" when it's a metal version of Peach and a baby version of Rosalina. |
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| IceCatraz | Apr 30 2014, 06:46 PM Post #8 |
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The "Two for One" deal is buy Mario Kart, get another game free. You're getting two games but only paying for one. |
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| Brendan | Apr 30 2014, 07:08 PM Post #9 |
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Sorry, I probably should have explained that before. The image that I posted is from the European Nintendo Direct. I personally don't live in Europe (I live in California) but I just put that image there because I couldn't find an image supporting the North American version of the Nintendo Direct. Only in Europe can you choose Nintendo Land, Game & Wario, Sonic Lost World, Mario & Sonic at the Sochi 2014 Olympic Winter Games, The Wonderful 101, or Monster Hunter 3 Ultimate. Sorry for the confusion. Oh, and like IceCatraz said, its two games for the price of one. You buy Mario Kart 8 (from your local retailer/game shop or digitally from the eShop) and register it on Club Nintendo. From there, you'll get a download code allowing you to download either Wii Party U, The Legend Of Zelda: The Wind Waker HD, Pikmin 3, or New Super Mario Bros U. |
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| LK | Apr 30 2014, 07:10 PM Post #10 |
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Duh, I was confused by the image Brendan mentioned. But I guess it's the European version so that's dumb as hell! I will still get Pikmin 3 probs, though. |
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| kjhg53 | Apr 30 2014, 08:40 PM Post #11 |
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That free copy of Wii Party U is mine. |
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| IceCatraz | Apr 30 2014, 10:34 PM Post #12 |
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I was talking to Alani. Though it's lame the games are different. |
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| Togeshroob | May 1 2014, 01:21 PM Post #13 |
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Yeah, strange that Nintendo of Europe is handing out 6 more games than NoA. Ah well, Pikmin 3 is still comin' my way, so you'll hear no complaining from me! Does anyone think there will be unlockable characters in MK8? Hasn't virtually every Mario Kart so far had unlockable racers? If that were the case, this might not be the final roster... unless some of the characters we know (like Pink Gold) ARE the unlockables. I just think the roster shown so far is a little strange. There are a few odd omissions. ALSO Thanks for reorganizing all the info into sections, Brendan! You're always so thorough! Edited by Togeshroob, May 1 2014, 01:22 PM.
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| LK | May 3 2014, 11:18 AM Post #14 |
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I watched a bunch of videos of it last night and man... it looks really good! I'm actually pretty excited about it. The track design looks super-intense. |
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