I'm not sure if a true 'Mario Kart 9' will hit the Switch...
...Mario Kart Maker would be my guess...if we get anything.
...Mario Kart Maker would be my guess...if we get anything.
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Mario Kart 9 Switch: will it happen or not?
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Haha true. But I believe Miyamoto or Kimishima mentioned one time that Nintendo's mobile releases are part marketing for the big releases (?) so based on that a mainline Mario Kart can't be far off.
Since Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is just a port we're definitely going to see Mario Kart 9 on Switch. But I have a feeling the Wii U version of Smash that will inevitably be coming will be more substantial and have a new name and therefore will be considered Super Smash Bros. 5 and be the only Smash on Switch.
The first game is only a port, and they have done at least one new Mario Kart game for every generation, so yeah I would totally expect a new one.
On the other hand, I wouldn't hold my breath for it releasing anytime soon.
On the other hand, I wouldn't hold my breath for it releasing anytime soon.
Depends on how their plans to support the Switch pan out in the end. If it's a traditional 5-6 years lifespan, there's probably no need to cap the sales of MK8D when they can instead prepare 9 for the Switch successor.
Out of interest what games are people expecting in 2019 considering 2017 and 18 cover almost all of Nintendo's IP's.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe selling like a new entry almost had me doubting it, but Kimishima saying they would like to support the Switch for a longer period than normal has me voting yes. It would be interesting if it came in the form of Super Smash Kart or something similarly unique, though, considering Mario Kart already is on the system.
That's assuming all their announced games are even slated for 2018, which they obviously aren't. And outside of those, there are plenty of untapped IPs that could show up later. Not to mention nothing is stopping them from another game in IPs that are already on the Switch.
That's assuming all their announced games are even slated for 2018, which they obviously aren't. And outside of those, there are plenty of untapped IPs that could show up later. Not to mention nothing is stopping them from another game in IPs that are already on the Switch.
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Of course they will, Switch will have at minimum a 5 year lifespan, perhaps as much as 7, Nintendo isn't going 8-10 years without a new Mario Kart entry because of a port or a mobile game. That franchise is too important for them.
I'm more-so curious about Mario.
It's normally one game per system (right?), but since Odyssey came out so soon after launch I would be very happy to see another entry in the life-span of the switch.
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It's normally one game per system (right?), but since Odyssey came out so soon after launch I would be very happy to see another entry in the life-span of the switch.
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I don't think it will published for Switch, and I don't think they should do it.
Maybe a new dlc with new tracks for MK8.
I really hope that ex-ead1, after mk8 and arms, will create a new single player game.
The last one they did was Luigi's Mansion (2001!).
Oh well they did Nintendogs. I mean a new "traditional" single player game
Maybe a new dlc with new tracks for MK8.
I really hope that ex-ead1, after mk8 and arms, will create a new single player game.
The last one they did was Luigi's Mansion (2001!).
Oh well they did Nintendogs. I mean a new "traditional" single player game
MK9 will be a launch game for the Switch 2 or whatever. I wouldn't expect another one on the current Switch unless they do a cross generation release (maybe adopting a n3DS/PS4 pro model of successor systems). MK8D is selling too well for them to release MK9 anytime soon.
I certainly hope so. It'd be a real bummer if the Switch was the first Nintendo platform without a Mario Kart title of its own. (NES and Virtual Boy notwithstanding)
I wouldn't bet on it. I'd love a new Mario Kart, don't get me wrong, but I wouldn't bet on it.
Outside of Virtual Console games, there has never been a Nintendo platform with two new Mario Kart games.
In my opinion which, admittedly, will probably be controversial, I think the reason the series has been able to evolve and get progressively better rather than stagnate and lose popularity is because of Nintendo's restraint in terms of releasing new sequels. Sequels should be reserved for when they have great new ideas.
Outside of Virtual Console games, there has never been a Nintendo platform with two new Mario Kart games.
In my opinion which, admittedly, will probably be controversial, I think the reason the series has been able to evolve and get progressively better rather than stagnate and lose popularity is because of Nintendo's restraint in terms of releasing new sequels. Sequels should be reserved for when they have great new ideas.
I am very conflicted on this, but I don't think it will happen.
Mario Kart shipped an enormous amount of units on Wii and DS. Both of these platforms existed for a long time, and both of them got Mario Kart games very early into their lifetimes. Despite this fact, neither Mario Kart DS nor Mario Kart Wii received updates or sequels.
HD development is extremely costly. If Nintendo released a new Mario Kart on Switch, perhaps total Mario Kart sales on the platform may increase by a double-figure percentage, but one would definitely displace the other. Setting aside the point that there will be some confusion and frustration (unless the titles are compatible), the value proposition of Mario Kart 9 would have to be *exceptionally high* in order to win parents and kids alike over.
In all, it doesn't make financial sense to produce a new Mario Kart when it wouldn't significantly bolster either total franchise sales or the diversity of the platform's library. It would be more effective for the team to put their knowledge and resources into other projects.
However, with digital sales performing so well and online becoming an increasingly critical function of the game, perhaps Nintendo may try releasing additional DLC or Amiibos with the launch of the new online service. Perhaps additional tracks and characters? Missions? "Expansion packs"? The holy grail (Adventure Mode)?
Returning to Wii and DS – what we saw on these platforms was Nintendo attempting to release additional "Mario Kart-like" games to sell to the dedicated players – such as Diddy Kong Racing, Excite, and DK Barrel Blast – while the Mario Kart propers continued to sell.
Mario Kart shipped an enormous amount of units on Wii and DS. Both of these platforms existed for a long time, and both of them got Mario Kart games very early into their lifetimes. Despite this fact, neither Mario Kart DS nor Mario Kart Wii received updates or sequels.
HD development is extremely costly. If Nintendo released a new Mario Kart on Switch, perhaps total Mario Kart sales on the platform may increase by a double-figure percentage, but one would definitely displace the other. Setting aside the point that there will be some confusion and frustration (unless the titles are compatible), the value proposition of Mario Kart 9 would have to be *exceptionally high* in order to win parents and kids alike over.
In all, it doesn't make financial sense to produce a new Mario Kart when it wouldn't significantly bolster either total franchise sales or the diversity of the platform's library. It would be more effective for the team to put their knowledge and resources into other projects.
However, with digital sales performing so well and online becoming an increasingly critical function of the game, perhaps Nintendo may try releasing additional DLC or Amiibos with the launch of the new online service. Perhaps additional tracks and characters? Missions? "Expansion packs"? The holy grail (Adventure Mode)?
Returning to Wii and DS – what we saw on these platforms was Nintendo attempting to release additional "Mario Kart-like" games to sell to the dedicated players – such as Diddy Kong Racing, Excite, and DK Barrel Blast – while the Mario Kart propers continued to sell.
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You mean Galaxy 1 & 2, yes? I would love for there to be another 3d mario game for the switch along side odyssey but if this does happen it will be many years down the line.
Also would be pumped to see any new entry into the super mario franchise.
For me MK8D is the pinnacle of the formula. I can't imagine what they could do without going full Diddy Kong Racing or Modnation. I'm fine if they leave it alone for a while. If only Nintendo had some other racing franchise that is incredibly ripe for a modern game...
As long as they support Switch for longer than 5-6 years as they claimed, it would seem like it will definitely release on Switch.
I'm conflicted on this. On the one hand, MK8D is selling gangbusters and could easily keep doing so for the whole life of the Switch, so there might be some merit in keeping to one-per-platform.
On the other hand, it is technically a last-gen game, and a new Mario Kart could just as easily sell like crazy. And the Mario Kart team needs something to do (especially since ARMS was not as popular as perhaps was hoped).
So in the end, I think my reluctant conclusion is yes. Probably not until 2019 or 2020 though.
On the other hand, it is technically a last-gen game, and a new Mario Kart could just as easily sell like crazy. And the Mario Kart team needs something to do (especially since ARMS was not as popular as perhaps was hoped).
So in the end, I think my reluctant conclusion is yes. Probably not until 2019 or 2020 though.
I really hope so. I was super disappointed by MK8. I haven't played a Mario Kart since MK64 (and have no idea what the expected content has been), but I was expecting so much more. Gameplay feels top notch and tons of tracks is superb. But this game doesn't feel deep enough to me that I can just enjoy racing without cool challenges or progression. The online and multiplayer options, as with all things Nintendo, are laughable and barebones.
Some things I'd like to see. A proper single-player mode with some story involved. A bit like Crash Team Racing was on the PS? And competition challenges online (i.e. 4 tracks per multiplayer match). That should really be the bare minimum added.
Some things I'd like to see. A proper single-player mode with some story involved. A bit like Crash Team Racing was on the PS? And competition challenges online (i.e. 4 tracks per multiplayer match). That should really be the bare minimum added.
Yes! No way Nintendo leaves all that money and free promotion on the table that comes with announcing/releasing a brand new new Mario Kart, especially when you factor in how popular the switch seems to be. Plus, i already played enough MK8 on Wii U and want to play a new one with improvements.
I'm certain Mario kart 9 will not happen. Instead one of two things will. 1. Diddy Kong racing happens. It's been rumored for years. If that doesn't happen then I believe 2. Mario kart will turn into "Nintendo kart" and include all major Nintendo franchises. I think 8's rerelease really does foreshadow this pretty hard.