Mario Kart 64

Overview

Mario Kart 64 is the second main installment of the Mario Kart series. It is the first game in the series to use three-dimensional graphics, however, the characters and items in this game are still two-dimensional, pre-rendered sprites. The game offers two camera angles and three engine sizes: 50cc, 100cc and 150cc. Each kart has distinctive handling, acceleration and top speed capabilities. Shells that you fire at rival racers, Bananas that make them skid out and Lightning Bolts that make them small and very slow are just a few of the game's unique power-ups.

Developed by

Nintendo Entertainment Analysis & Development

Published by

Nintendo, iQue

Facts

Game modes

Single player, Multiplayer, Split screen

Player perspectives

Third person

Themes

Action, Kids, Party

Franchises

Mario Bros., Mario

Series

Mario Kart

Release dates

• Nintendo 64: Dec 14, 1996
• Wii: Jan 26, 2007
• Wii U: Jan 6, 2016