Mario Kart 9 should focus on making another fantastic racer that's fun to play instead of trying to shove crossovers in.
Following a report that Mario Kart 9 is in the works, fans have been sharing their hypothetical visions of what the game could be. While the game is still a rumor, it’s assumed that there will eventually be a sequel to the sales juggernaut that is Mario Kart 8, which released nearly a decade ago in 2014.
Mario Kart is a racing game, not a Mario game Mario Kart might seem like the perfect platform to introduce Super Smash Bros-sized crossovers thanks to its focus on characters, but it’s not really the series’ strength. Mario Kart has never been about the drivers, but the actual act of racing itself. On the other hand, Super Smash Bros. is built around the fantasy of smashing characters from different franchises together to see which would win in a battle.
Naturally, the Mario IP is huge in its own right and does a lot of heavy lifting in terms of marketing. Mario is one of the most recognizable characters in the world, and parents know they can grab a game with his face on the box for their kids without worry. But the series wouldn’t still be as popular as it is if the games themselves were bad. Each and every entry has maintained a level of quality that makes them easy to pick up, exciting, and fun year after year.
Similar debates are already sparking debate about Mario Kart 9 before we even officially know it exists. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe included Link, Isabelle, and an Inkling, which was enough to draw the expectations of a new Smash-style crossover. Without any news on the title, it already feels like fans are setting themselves up for disappointment. Super Smash Bros. is a celebration of the gaming industry, but one that had the joy sucked out of it due to high expectations that are hard to live up to.
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