Mario Kart Mania!

Mario Kart Mania! was a 2017 racing, platforming adventure game published and developed by Nintendo and directed by Super Mario 64 director Shigeru Miyamoto. The game released on the Nintendo Switch, Nintendo #ds/2ds,Xl consoles on July 19th, 2017 and had a temporary Mobile release on September 18th, 2017. This game is confirmed to be the sequel to Mario kart 8, the prequel to Mario Kart 9: Mario's Grand Adventures, Spike's Game and Watch and Super Wario Brothers 28!. The game delivered such an impact to Mario Kart fans that it received a sequel 6 years later on December 31st, 2023. 
=== History: ===
The game's development first started on April 1st, 2016 after Shigeru Miyamoto wanted another colorful and cheery Mario Kart adventure so he hired a special team of directors who started producing the cutscenes, dialogue, soundtrack and credit score for the game as well as a good team of level designers.
On April 14th, 2016 several game teasers could be found in it's files such as a new Toad monster truck, Yoshi SUV and more.
On April 20th, 2016 a Donkey Kong concept art leak could be found in the game's files.
On September 9th, 2016 a reveal trailer releases showcasing the new Yoshi SUV and the Toad Monster Truck. 
On September 12th, 2016 Shigeru Miyamoto asked fans which characters they would like to see for this next Mario Kart installment, with the 4 highest voted characters in order being:
1. Golden Coin Mario {NSMB2}
2. Cappy {SMO}
3. Goku {DBZ}
4. Sonic {SONIC FRANCHISE}
On December 10th, 2016 a Youtuber posted a new leaked image of what appears to be him playing the game from inside Nintendo HQ.
On February 16th, 2017 a YouTube video showcasing Mario and a brand new racer racing a new track called "Fairy Tale Heights" was uploaded.
On February 19th, 2017 the game's official Facebook page showcased the demo's roster.
On February 22nd, 2017 the demo had a confirmed release date of May 6th, 2017.
On May 6th, 2017 the game's demo finally released with 5 new tracks, 5 playable characters and 2 modes.
On May 27th 2017, an official launch trailer was released showcasing new kart customizations, an Upgrade Dock, Toad's Refill Station, MKBR, Balloon Rush!, Coin Drop, Waluigi's Greedy Heist and Wario and Waluigi's Haunted Mansion!.
On June 7th, 2017 The game received it's third trailer since "Launch Trailer" and "Teaser".
On July 19th, 2017 the game released receiving mixed to positive reviews from critics who like the game's charm, new and old playable characters from Mario Kart history and the game's wacky sense of humor.
On September 18th, 2017 the game had a limited mobile release which lasted until April 8th, 2018.
On April 8th, 2018 the game's mobile version has ended it's run but 8 new DLC Packs featuring new tracks, characters and Karts came out on the following day.
Category:Mario Kart (series)
Category:Mario Kart Games
Category:Nintendo Games
Category:Racing Games
Category:Nintendo Switch Games
Category:Mobile Games
Category:Sequels
Category:Prequels
Category:Platforming Games
Category:Adventure Games
Category:Mario Games
Category:Super Mario Games