However, Mario Kart 7 is more than just a handheld version of Mario Kart Wii, and the game makes that clear. Notably, it introduces new mechanics such as underwater racing.

Mario Kart World ’s rendition of Mario Circuit 3 might be merely part of a larger track, but it is still a clever nod to one of the original Mario Kart courses that remains an active part of the ...

Overall, “Mario Kart Wii” isn’t much different from any of the other games in the series, despite new motion-sensitive controls. There are some new tracks and some other tweaks, but for the ...