Racing · 2005
Mario Kart DS
Race along with Mario and his friends in five single-player modes and over 30 courses. Knock out the competition with your driving skills as you rocket-start the race, use drifting and turbos at critical points, and deploy crazy items to gain an advantage. Get ready for total shell-tossing mayhem! Choose one of 12…
Key facts
- Released
- 14 November 2005
- Genre
- Racing
- Length
- ≈ 15 h to beat
- Game modes
- Solo
- Platforms
- Nintendo
- Studio
- Nintendo
- Critics
- Metacritic 91
Why play it
- Metacritic 91 — critics loved it
- A 2005 classic that aged well
- "Adrenaline" vibe
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to beat Mario Kart DS?
Expect about 15 hours to reach the end (average reported by players).
Can you play Mario Kart DS with friends?
No, Mario Kart DS is a single-player experience.
What platforms is Mario Kart DS on?
Mario Kart DS is available on Nintendo.
Is Mario Kart DS a good game?
Critics give it Metacritic 91.
What games are like Mario Kart DS?
In the same spirit: Mario Kart 8, Wave Race 64: Kawasaki Jet Ski and Mario Kart: Double Dash.
