Game · Medium risk
Is Mario Kart 8 Deluxe safe for your child?
Age guide
6+
We advise Mario Kart 8 Deluxe from age 6 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk).
- 5-8
- Younger players can enjoy Mario Kart 8 Deluxe using Smart Steering and Auto-accelerate, which help them stay on the track and focus on the fun of racing.
- 9-12
- Children in this age range will likely begin to master the anti-gravity sections and use the double item boxes strategically to improve their race positions in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
- 13-15
- Teenagers may engage in online multiplayer battles and races within Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, competing against players globally and experimenting with different vehicle combinations for optimal performance.
- 16+
- Older players often explore the 200cc speed class for a greater challenge and participate in online tournaments, aiming for precision driving and advanced item management in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a popular kart racing game featuring characters from the Super Mario franchise, where players race on various tracks using power-ups. It offers both single-player and multiplayer modes, including local and online play.
- Age guide
- 6+
- Overall risk
- 4/10
- Violence
- 1/10
- Toxic behaviour
- 2/10
- Stranger contact
- 3/10
- Addiction risk
- 8/10
- Language
- 1/10
- Influence
- 2/10
What parents should know
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a popular racing game on the Nintendo Switch, offering a wide array of characters, tracks, and vehicle customization options. It includes local and online multiplayer, allowing for both family play and competition with others worldwide. The game is free from in-app purchases beyond optional track expansions, and communication in online play is limited to pre-set phrases, reducing interaction risks.
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Mario Kart 8 Deluxe age rating and parents guide: common questions
What age rating is Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?
Parentwise puts Mario Kart 8 Deluxe at 6+. We advise Mario Kart 8 Deluxe from age 6 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). Violence scores 1/10, language 1/10, stranger contact 3/10 and addiction risk 8/10.
Can a 10 year old play Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?
Yes, 10 is at or above the age we advise for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (6+). Children in this age range will likely begin to master the anti-gravity sections and use the double item boxes strategically to improve their race positions in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Can a 12 year old play Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?
Yes, 12 is at or above the age we advise for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (6+). Children in this age range will likely begin to master the anti-gravity sections and use the double item boxes strategically to improve their race positions in Mario Kart 8 Deluxe.
Can a 13 year old play Mario Kart 8 Deluxe?
Yes, 13 is at or above the age we advise for Mario Kart 8 Deluxe (6+). Teenagers may engage in online multiplayer battles and races within Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, competing against players globally and experimenting with different vehicle combinations for optimal performance.
Is Mario Kart 8 Deluxe appropriate for kids?
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a popular racing game on the Nintendo Switch, offering a wide array of characters, tracks, and vehicle customization options. Parentwise rates Mario Kart 8 Deluxe overall as medium risk (4/10), with stranger contact at 3/10 and addiction risk at 8/10.
Is Mario Kart 8 Deluxe family friendly?
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe sits in the middle: fine with settings changed and an occasional check-in. It includes local and online multiplayer, allowing for both family play and competition with others worldwide.
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe parents guide: what should a parent know first?
Mario Kart 8 Deluxe is a popular racing game on the Nintendo Switch, offering a wide array of characters, tracks, and vehicle customization options. The parts that most often catch parents out are stranger contact (3/10) and how hard it pulls for more time (8/10).
Is Mario Kart 8 Deluxe safe for kids?
We advise Mario Kart 8 Deluxe from age 6 and up. Overall risk 4/10 (medium risk). It includes local and online multiplayer, allowing for both family play and competition with others worldwide.
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